7816 Sanderling Road, Sarasota FL 34242, SARASOTA, FL, 34242
Active103 days on marketListed May 4, 2026MLS #B26024170
About this home
7816 Sanderling Road, Sarasota FL 34242
Experience coastal luxury at its finest at 7816 Sanderling Road, an exceptional residence nestled within the prestigious Sanderling Club on Siesta Key. Perfectly positioned in one of Sarasota's most exclusive beachfront communities, this property offers private beach access, unparalleled water views, timeless architecture, and a serene Gulf Coast setting. Set on an expansive 0.8-acre homesite, the residence spans approximately 4,015 square feet and features 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. Originally built in 1970, the home has an effective year built of 2015, reflecting significant updates and enhancements, including the addition of the entire second story in 2018. Designed to embrace indoor-outdoor living, the home captures beautiful Gulf views while offering spacious living and entertaining areas. Major improvements include a new roof (2021), updated HVAC system (2024), and electrical and plumbing updates completed in 2024. The property also includes a generator for added peace of mind. The pool, rebuilt in 2019, remains in working condition following the hurricane, complementing the lush tropical landscaping and outdoor living spaces. The second story showcases the home's newer construction, while the first floor presents a rare opportunity for customization—allowing a buyer to bring their own vision to life and complete renovations to their exact specifications. This flexibility creates a unique value-add opportunity within a premier location. Just moments from the powdery sands of Siesta Key Beach, this is a rare chance to secure and personalize a luxury coastal retreat in one of Florida's most sought-after beachfront enclaves.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
4
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
4,015
Sqft
0.8 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
2015
Year built
2
Levels
$1,868
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.
$48,416 /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
$48,416/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.
$/sqft vs Sarasota actives
$1,868 vs $345
Days on market
103 vs 63 typical
Where $1,868/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 Sanderling Club
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Sanderling Club — neighborhood snapshot
Population
377
Median age
68
Median income
$106,038
Median home value
$990,500
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
13%
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)
169 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 1489% above the SARASOTA 34242 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 7816 Sanderling Road
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Aug ’26$2,562,500
7647 SANDERLING ROAD
4 bd · 4 ba · 4,006 sqft · $640/sqft · 100 DOM
Sold · Aug ’25$1,115,000
7618 MIDNIGHT PASS ROAD
4 bd · 4.5 ba · 4,078 sqft · $273/sqft · 205 DOM
Sold · Jun ’26$2,000,000
7755 HOLIDAY DRIVE N
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 4,381 sqft · $457/sqft · 3 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 7816 Sanderling Road — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 7816 Sanderling Road — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
7816 Sanderling Road FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 7816 Sanderling Road, Sarasota FL 34242?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $48,416/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $467/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 7816 Sanderling Road, Sarasota FL 34242?+
The association fee works out to $467 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 7816 Sanderling Road, Sarasota FL 34242?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2024) was $54,155. 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 7816 Sanderling Road, Sarasota FL 34242?+
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 $7,499,000, this home is listed about 1251% above the Sarasota median of $555,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 7816 Sanderling Road, Sarasota FL 34242?+
Phillippi Shores Elementary School (elementary), Brookside Middle School (middle), Sarasota 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
$7,499,000 runs 1489% above the SARASOTA 34242 median — but at 4,015 sqft it's also nearly twice the size of the typical Sarasota listing.
02Waterfront living
This home sits directly on the water — the single scarcest feature in Florida inventory and the strongest long-term value anchor.
03Strong assigned schools
Phillippi Shores Elementary School, Brookside Middle School, Sarasota High School — Phillippi Shores Elementary School rates 5 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
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