1849 BAYWOOD DRIVE, SARASOTA, FL, 34231
Active468 days on marketListed Apr 26, 2025MLS #C7509071
About this home
1849 BAYWOOD DRIVE
Welcome to 1849 Baywood Drive in Sarasota, Florida 34231 Situated on a .26-acre lot with an impressive 92-foot seawall, this cleared and ready-to-build property offers direct canal access to little Sarasota bay with no fixed bridges and just minutes from the Gulf of Mexico. The property is also walking distance to Siesta Key Beach, consistently ranked as America’s #1 beach, celebrated for its powdery white quartz sand and turquoise water. Whether you’re an avid boater, fisherman, or simply love being near the water, this property is your gateway to the quintessential Florida lifestyle. Imagine stepping out of your custom-built home and cruising through the open waters of Sarasota Bay in minutes, or exploring the turquoise waters near Midnight Pass, less than ten minutes away by boat. Living on a deep-water canal offers year-round enjoyment, from sunrise paddle boarding and kayaking to evening fishing and dolphin watching right from your own backyard. Local marine life includes snook, redfish, tarpon, mangrove snapper, and even gentle manatees that frequent these calm channels. This highly desirable area of Sarasota has county-approved residential construction, saving you time and streamlining the path to building your custom coastal retreat. Custom builders in the area are well-versed in designing elevated, contemporary, and Key West–inspired homes to complement the waterfront setting—perfect for showcasing panoramic canal views and breathtaking sunsets. Enjoy proximity to some of Sarasota’s finest amenities. Just 15 minutes to vibrant downtown Sarasota, residents can savor world-class dining, cultural attractions, and entertainment venues like The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, and St. Armands Circle. From tranquil canal living to convenient access to Sarasota’s cultural and coastal attractions, 1849 Baywood Drive presents a rare opportunity to design your dream home and live the ultimate Gulf Coast lifestyle in one of Florida’s most prestigious waterfront neighborhoods.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
0.26 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 — not generic estimates.
$6,832 /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
$6,832/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 Bay View Acres
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Bay View Acres — neighborhood snapshot
Population
385
Median age
60
Median income
$133,709
Median home value
$382,267
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
27%
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)
Median sold price, Sarasota, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 350% above the SARASOTA 34231 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 1849 BAYWOOD DRIVE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Oct ’25$440,000
1758 BAYWOOD WAY · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,472 sqft · $299/sqft · 10 DOM
Sold · Nov ’25$580,000
1723 LARAMIE STREET · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,693 sqft · $343/sqft · 113 DOM
Sold · Aug ’25$925,000
1724 CHEYENNE STREET · same community
5 bd · 3 ba · 2,278 sqft · $406/sqft · 77 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 1849 BAYWOOD DRIVE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 1849 BAYWOOD DRIVE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
1849 BAYWOOD DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 1849 BAYWOOD DRIVE?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $6,832/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill 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.
What are the property taxes on 1849 BAYWOOD DRIVE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2024) was $10,884. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
How does the price compare to other homes in Sarasota?+
At $999,000, this home is listed about 76% above the Sarasota median of $569,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 1849 BAYWOOD DRIVE?+
Gulf Gate 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.
The brief
Five things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$999,000 runs 350% above the SARASOTA 34231 median.
02Waterfront living
This home sits directly on the water — the single scarcest feature in Florida inventory and the strongest long-term value anchor.
03Time on market is leverage
468 days on market against a Sarasota median of 61 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
04Strong assigned schools
Gulf Gate Elementary School, Riverview High School, Brookside Middle School — Riverview High School rates 4 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
05The price has already moved
Listed at $1,399,000, now $999,000 — a $400K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of SELLSTATE VISION REALTY · Savannah Zarris. MLS #C7509071.
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