
161 GOLDEN GATE POINT, SARASOTA, FL, 34236
Active43 days on marketListed Jun 11, 2026MLS #A4696806
About this home
161 GOLDEN GATE POINT
One of the Last Remaining Legacy Properties on Golden Gate Point | Rare Trophy Ownership, Redevelopment & Strategic Hold Opportunity A truly rare offering in one of Sarasota’s most exclusive and rapidly evolving luxury enclaves. With no true single-family homes currently remaining on Golden Gate Point and only a small handful of original legacy properties left, 161 Golden Gate Point represents one of the final opportunities to control a meaningful piece of “old Golden Gate” before the peninsula is fully transformed. Positioned in the heart of downtown Sarasota, across from the Ritz-Carlton and adjacent to Marina Jack, the property currently consists of a fully updated Four-unit building featuring newer central A/Cs, five-piece stainless kitchens, quartz countertops, new roof (2025), separate electrical meters, gated courtyards, hot tub, and gazebo — offering immediate usability and meaningful interim income while future plans are explored. Located within the City of Sarasota weekly vacation rental zone, this creates a rare opportunity not commonly found in downtown Sarasota — operate the property similarly to a boutique hotel. For the visionary buyer, this may represent a once-in-a-generation opportunity to create what could become Golden Gate Point’s only true single-family estate — a one-of-one trophy residence in the heart of downtown Sarasota. The property also presents compelling redevelopment potential. Golden Gate Point benefits from alternative development standards intended to support a more urban, pedestrian-friendly environment, including reduced setbacks, increased building coverage allowances, and flexible dimensional standards — enhancing redevelopment possibilities in this highly sought-after peninsula location. Similar RMF-5 sites on Golden Gate Point have supported boutique luxury residential concepts, while the adjacent rear assemblage totaling approximately 21,600 SF is also available, creating a rare opportunity for a larger strategic assemblage in one of Sarasota’s most supply-constrained luxury micro-markets. 161 also represents a compelling long-term hold opportunity. As Golden Gate Point continues its luxury transformation — and remaining legacy properties disappear — the opportunity to control irreplaceable downtown Sarasota land becomes increasingly rare. Just moments to Marina Jack, downtown Sarasota dining, St. Armands Circle, Lido Beach, and Sarasota’s transformative bayfront destination, The Bay. Whether envisioned as: • Rare short-term rental building where you control the entire property • One of Golden Gate Point’s final legacy holdings • A future one-of-one single-family estate • A boutique luxury redevelopment site • A strategic assemblage opportunity • A family office or long-term scarcity hold • Or a rare downtown Sarasota land play with meaningful interim income potential …opportunities of this nature are becoming increasingly difficult to replicate.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
0.17 ac
Lot size
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.
$25,043 /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
$25,043/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.
Where it sits
Inside Sarasota
Drive times from this address
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SARASOTA 34236 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
13,916
Median age
66.6
Median income
$96,400
Median home value
$917,100
Avg household
1.63
Households w/ children
460
The numbers that matter
The Sarasota market
$470K → $470K
Sarasota median sold, yr/yr
95.1%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
Median sold price, Sarasota, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 371% above the SARASOTA 34236 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 161 GOLDEN GATE POINT
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Dec ’25$6,513,760
223 GOLDEN GATE POINT UNIT 9A Penthouse · same community
3 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,832 sqft · $2,300/sqft · 101 DOM
Sold · Dec ’25$3,472,052
253 GOLDEN GATE POINT UNIT 501 · same community
3 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,832 sqft · $1,226/sqft · 36 DOM
Sold · Jul ’26$2,650,250
253 GOLDEN GATE POINT UNIT 303 · same community
3 bd · 3.5 ba · 3,068 sqft · $864/sqft · 0 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 161 GOLDEN GATE POINT — start here.

Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 161 GOLDEN GATE POINT — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
161 GOLDEN GATE POINT FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 161 GOLDEN GATE POINT?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $25,043/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $2/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 161 GOLDEN GATE POINT?+
The association fee works out to $2 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 161 GOLDEN GATE POINT?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $21,915. 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 161 GOLDEN GATE POINT?+
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 $3,995,000, this home is listed about 601% above the Sarasota median of $570,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
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Listing courtesy of AMY ROBINSON REAL ESTATE LLC · Amy Robinson. MLS #A4696806.
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