5865 TIDEWOOD AVENUE UNIT 8, SARASOTA, FL, 34231
Active23 days on marketListed Jul 16, 2026MLS #A4699384
About this home
5865 TIDEWOOD AVENUE UNIT 8
Enjoy the best of Florida living in this beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom villa located in a desirable maintenance-free community. This inviting home has been thoughtfully renovated throughout, featuring updated flooring, a modern kitchen, refreshed bathrooms, and contemporary finishes that create a bright and comfortable living space. The community offers exceptional amenities, including a clubhouse and sparkling community pool, providing the perfect setting to relax and enjoy the Florida lifestyle without the hassle of exterior maintenance. Ideally situated just a short distance from world-famous Siesta Key Beach, you’ll also be close to an abundance of restaurants, shopping, entertainment, and everyday conveniences. Whether you’re looking to spend your days at the beach, dine at local favorites, or explore nearby boutiques, everything you need is within easy reach. Don’t miss this opportunity to enjoy maintenance-free living in one of Sarasota’s most sought-after locations. Schedule your private showing today!
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,155
Sqft
6.68 ac
Lot size
1973
Year built
One
Levels
$2
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Principal and interest plus estimated taxes and insurance. Run your own numbers below.
$176 /mo · 3.5% down FHA, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
FHA is the default here because it gets you in the door with just 3.5% down. Switch to Conventional or VA below.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
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Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$176/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Estimates only — taxes at 1.1%/yr and typical insurance; 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.
$/sqft vs Sarasota actives
$2 vs $344
Days on market
23 vs 62 typical
Where $2/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 Baywood Colony
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Baywood Colony — neighborhood snapshot
Population
484
Median age
68
Median income
$111,731
Median home value
$485,800
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
11%
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
$475K → $493K
Sarasota median sold, yr/yr
95.2%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
161 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 99% below the SARASOTA 34231 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 5865 TIDEWOOD AVENUE UNIT 8
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Sep ’25$550,000
139 VISTA HERMOSA CIRCLE
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,165 sqft · $472/sqft · 76 DOM
Sold · Aug ’25$1,170,000
6312 MIDNIGHT PASS ROAD UNIT 102S
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,166 sqft · $1,003/sqft · 23 DOM
Sold · Mar ’26$1,125,000
6342 MIDNIGHT PASS ROAD UNIT 423
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,214 sqft · $927/sqft · 47 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 5865 TIDEWOOD AVENUE UNIT 8 — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 5865 TIDEWOOD AVENUE UNIT 8 — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
5865 TIDEWOOD AVENUE UNIT 8 FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 5865 TIDEWOOD AVENUE UNIT 8?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $176/mo — principal and interest, estimated property taxes 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.
Are pets allowed at 5865 TIDEWOOD AVENUE UNIT 8?+
The listing reports pets: Number Limit, Pet Deposit, Size Limit, 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 $2,250, this home is listed about 100% below the Sarasota median of $565,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 5865 TIDEWOOD AVENUE UNIT 8?+
Phillippi Shores Elementary School (elementary), Riverview High School (high), Brookside Middle School (middle) — Sarasota County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
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