8363 VELDA TRAIL, SARASOTA, FL, 34241
Active62 days on marketListed May 24, 2026MLS #A4694698
About this home
8363 VELDA TRAIL
Welcome to this beautifully upgraded Anastasia model in highly sought-after Skye Ranch, perfectly situated on a premium oversized lakefront lot with exceptional privacy and stunning water views. Offering nearly 3,000 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, this 4-bedroom plus office, 3.5-bath home combines luxury upgrades, functionality, and modern design throughout. The open-concept floorplan features soaring ceilings, beautiful railing details, expansive living spaces, and abundant natural light showcasing serene lake views from the main living areas. This home has been extensively upgraded beyond builder standards, including luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout the entire home with no carpet, upgraded oak staircase, 8-foot solid wood interior doors, matte black upgraded hardware throughout, custom lighting fixtures, ceiling fans throughout the home, and custom shades throughout including motorized shades over the expansive triple pocket sliding glass doors. The gourmet gas kitchen is beautifully appointed with upgraded Café Series appliances, generous entertaining space, and seamless flow into the dining and living areas overlooking the private backyard and lake. The dedicated front office/flex room was upgraded to provide an ideal work-from-home space with privacy and functionality. Upstairs, an additional open loft/den seating area provides flexible living space perfect for a secondary living room, media space, playroom, or relaxation area. One of the standout features of this property is the oversized premium homesite, approximately 20% larger than many Anastasia lots within the subdivision, offering a rare sense of openness and privacy. The backyard features aluminum privacy fencing, lush mature privacy landscaping, tranquil lake views, and ample room to add a custom pool while still maintaining generous green space. Designed for indoor-outdoor Florida living and entertaining, the covered lanai features a fully equipped outdoor kitchen complete with vent hood for grilling and backyard entertaining, creating the perfect space to enjoy lakefront sunsets and gatherings year-round. Additional upgrades include whole-home Ethernet wiring in every room, whole-house water filtration system, reverse osmosis system at the kitchen sink, freshly painted exterior, and gutters installed around both the first and second stories for added functionality and protection. Located within the highly desirable Skye Ranch community, residents enjoy resort-style amenities including pools, parks, trails, fitness amenities, playgrounds, and top-rated Sarasota schools, all conveniently located near shopping, dining, Siesta Key Beach, and I-75. This is a rare opportunity to own a premium upgraded lakefront home with privacy, technology upgrades, designer finishes, outdoor entertaining space, and one of the most desirable lots in Skye Ranch. Seller willing to contribute toward closing costs or interest rate buydown with acceptable offer.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
4
Bedrooms
3.5
Bathrooms
2,582
Sqft
0.19 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
2021
Year built
Two
Levels
$263
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record and the real association fee — not generic estimates.
$5,100 /mo · 10% down Conventional, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
Above the FHA loan limit for our service areas, so Conventional is the default. VA buyers: switch below — $0 down.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Run your own numbers
FHA isn’t available at this price — the loan would exceed the $541,287 FHA limit for our service areas.
Estimated payment
$5,100/mo
Includes estimated PMI — it drops off once you reach 20% equity. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. Your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
Value check
Is the price right?
The internet’s favorite home-value number comes from a single automated model that has never seen the street, the finishes, or the view — which is why it routinely misses by tens of thousands of dollars. The edgeAI estimate combines multiple independent data sources with our team’s on-the-ground expertise in this exact market.
vs edgeAI estimate
+2.5%
$/sqft vs Sarasota actives
$263 vs $330
Days on market
62 vs 58 typical
Where $263/sqft sits among the 400 Sarasota actives
The edgeAI estimate is a starting point, not an appraisal or a broker price opinion. It is generated from public records, listing data and market modeling, and is subject to change once a licensed real estate professional personally inspects the property. Condition, floor, view and lot are not fully captured by any model — ask us for a full comparative market analysis.
Where it sits
Inside Sarasota
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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SARASOTA 34241 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
15,651
Median age
51
Median income
$113,114
Median home value
$479,700
Avg household
2.62
Households w/ children
1,633
For the school run
Sarasota County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Sarasota market
$470K → $470K
Sarasota median sold, yr/yr
95.1%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
151 of 400
Sarasota actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Sarasota, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 13% above the SARASOTA 34241 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 8363 VELDA TRAIL
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Aug ’25$540,000
8262 VELDA TRAIL · same community
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,487 sqft · $217/sqft · 132 DOM
Sold · Aug ’25$1,108,500
8264 SUMMER NIGHT ROAD · same community
5 bd · 4.5 ba · 3,481 sqft · $318/sqft · 34 DOM
Sold · Dec ’25$1,388,000
9048 LUNA LANE · same community
3 bd · 3.5 ba · 3,626 sqft · $383/sqft · 146 DOM
Closed-sale data from the MLS, last 12 months, selected for similarity in size and location. No two homes are identical — ask us for a full comparative analysis.
Your home team
The pros in your corner
Buying a home is two conversations — the home and the money. Here’s who handles each, side by side, already working together.
Your agent
David Ramirez
Real Estate Agent · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 8363 VELDA TRAIL — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 8363 VELDA TRAIL — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
8363 VELDA TRAIL FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 8363 VELDA TRAIL?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $5,100/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $251/mo association fee and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
How much are the HOA fees at 8363 VELDA TRAIL?+
The association fee works out to $251 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 8363 VELDA TRAIL?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $9,249. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
Are pets allowed at 8363 VELDA TRAIL?+
The listing reports pets: Yes. Communities often layer on breed or weight rules — we'll verify the specifics with the association before you commit.
How does the price compare to other homes in Sarasota?+
At $679,000, this home is listed about 19% above the Sarasota median of $570,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 8363 VELDA TRAIL?+
Lakeview Elementary School (elementary), Sarasota Middle School (middle), Riverview High School (high) — Sarasota County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Three things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$679,000 runs 13% above the SARASOTA 34241 median — but at 2,582 sqft it's also 54% larger than the typical Sarasota listing.
02Strong assigned schools
Lakeview Elementary School, Sarasota Middle School, Riverview High School — Lakeview Elementary School rates 5 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
03The price has already moved
Listed at $712,500, now $679,000 — a $34K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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