5143 SANDY BEACH AVENUE, SARASOTA, FL, 34242
Active5 days on marketListed Jul 30, 2026MLS #TB8533327
About this home
5143 SANDY BEACH AVENUE
Just bring your wardrobe! Welcome to this beautifully updated and fully furnished and equipped 4-bedroom, 3-bath cottage-style home in one of Siesta Key’s most sought-after neighborhoods - just a short stroll to public beach access at top-rated Siesta Key Beach. Meticulously renovated in 2025, this true turnkey entertainer's paradise offers a vacation-every-day lifestyle complete with thoughtful upgrades and everything you need to move right in. Inside you’ll find all-new tile flooring, fresh paint throughout, storm-rated windows, a new 310 Lennox air-conditioning system with a 10-year warranty, updated plumbing and electrical, a reverse-osmosis water system, a whole-house generator (gas or propane), and a newer roof (2021). The backyard oasis features a 50-foot saltwater pool, spa, and sundeck surrounded by elegant Italian marble, plus pool floats, basketball hoops, and a volleyball net for endless fun. Enjoy the outdoor shower, raised gardens, a Napoleon Prestige gas grill, fire table, electric vehicle charger, and a louvered pergola that opens or closes for perfect sun or shade, a 75-inch TV, and a Sonos outdoor surround sound system - ideal for outdoor movie nights. Ultimate privacy is provided by an 8-foot vinyl fence. The artificial turf in the front and backyard creates a clean and maintenance free living with a coastal feel. The gourmet kitchen is fully stocked and ready for entertaining, featuring 2025 Thermador appliances (refrigerator, stove top, dishwasher, and oven) plus a new LG washer and dryer. Practical extras include a Shark vacuum, clothes steamer, iron and board, and even towels, and washcloths already stocked in every bathroom. The home comes completely furnished with all shown décor, lamps, linens, and towels. Two of the bathrooms include bidets and large walk-in showers. Beach days are effortless thanks to the included beach chairs, towels, beach cart, and umbrella shade. A Ring camera system conveys with the home sale, offering peace of mind. Bonus: This home includes an assumable flood insurance policy for just under $4,700 annually. This is the fully equipped Siesta Key lifestyle you’ve been dreaming of. Call today to schedule your private showing!
Facts & features
The home at a glance
4
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2,244
Sqft
0.22 ac
Lot size
1966
Year built
One
Levels
$800
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 — not generic estimates.
$11,336 /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
$11,336/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
+11.8%
$/sqft vs SIESTA BEACH
$800 vs $1,033
Days on market
5 vs 62 typical
Where $800/sqft sits among the 11 homes for sale in SIESTA BEACH
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 Siesta Beach
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Siesta Beach — neighborhood snapshot
Population
651
Median age
64
Median income
$172,745
Median home value
$930,563
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
19%
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 → $495K
Sarasota median sold, yr/yr
95.2%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
2 of 11
SIESTA BEACH have cut their price
Median sold price, Sarasota, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 269% above the SARASOTA 34242 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 5143 SANDY BEACH AVENUE
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$1,595,000
5121 OXFORD DRIVE · same community
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,270 sqft · $703/sqft · 1 DOM
Sold · Jul ’26$1,022,000
5151 SAINT ALBANS AVENUE · same community
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,314 sqft · $442/sqft · 128 DOM
Sold · May ’26$1,600,000
700 TROPICAL CIRCLE · same community
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,341 sqft · $683/sqft · 37 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 5143 SANDY BEACH AVENUE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 5143 SANDY BEACH AVENUE — before you fall in love.
See it in person
Schedule a tour
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Straight answers
5143 SANDY BEACH AVENUE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 5143 SANDY BEACH AVENUE?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $11,336/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 5143 SANDY BEACH AVENUE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $9,805. 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 5143 SANDY BEACH AVENUE?+
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 $1,795,000, this home is listed about 212% above the Sarasota median of $574,900. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 5143 SANDY BEACH AVENUE?+
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
Four things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$1,795,000 runs 269% above the SARASOTA 34242 median — but at 2,244 sqft it's also 33% larger than the typical Sarasota listing.
02Your own pool
A private pool — the feature Florida buyers ask for first, already in the ground and included in the price.
03Fresh on the market
Only 5 days on market in a Sarasota market that averages 62 — if it fits, move quickly.
04Strong 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.
Keep looking
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Listing courtesy of VREELAND REAL ESTATE LLC · Hannah Thorn. MLS #TB8533327.
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