5618 BRITANNIA DRIVE, SARASOTA, FL, 34231
Active117 days on marketListed Apr 8, 2026MLS #A4688782
About this home
5618 BRITANNIA DRIVE
Virtually Staged. Brand new build in 2017. No HOA Fee or restrictions. Tucked away on nearly an acre in the desirable Phillippi Gardens area, this private 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath estate offers a rare blend of space, security, and classic Florida charm. Enclosed by a full concrete perimeter wall with an electronic gate, the property provides exceptional privacy and peace of mind in a prime location just minutes from Siesta Key, downtown Sarasota, shopping, dining, and top-rated schools. Designed for both comfort and efficiency, the home features hurricane-impact windows and doors, a durable metal roof, and solar panels with net metering available for energy savings. Additional upgrades include propane service, plantation shutters, and a comprehensive exterior security system with 11 surveillance cameras. Inside, the home offers a warm and inviting layout with spacious living areas, custom details, and seamless indoor-outdoor flow ideal for everyday living and entertaining. Step outside to your own private retreat featuring a sparkling pool surrounded by mature landscaping and expansive yard space. Car enthusiasts, hobbyists, and those needing extra storage will appreciate the detached, air-conditioned garages along with an RV hookup. Ample room to store your boat or RV. Set on nearly an acre with room to expand or simply enjoy the space, this unique property boasts privacy and convenience.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
3.5
Bathrooms
3,163
Sqft
0.94 ac
Lot size
3
Garage
1956
Year built
One
Levels
$451
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.
$9,310 /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
$9,310/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
−31.1%
$/sqft vs Sarasota actives
$451 vs $343
Days on market
117 vs 58 typical
Where $451/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 Phillippi Gardens
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Get to know Sarasota. See the full Sarasota guide →
Phillippi Gardens — neighborhood snapshot
Population
902
Median age
53
Median income
$68,715
Median home value
$380,300
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
73%
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
$470K → $470K
Sarasota median sold, yr/yr
95.1%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
152 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 588% above the SARASOTA 34231 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 5618 BRITANNIA DRIVE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Feb ’26$499,000
7160 RUE DE PALISADES UNIT 4
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,228 sqft · $224/sqft · 374 DOM
Sold · Jan ’26$504,000
7164 RUE DE PALISADES UNIT 5
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,060 sqft · $245/sqft · 229 DOM
Sold · Dec ’25$350,000
7156 RUE DE PALISADES UNIT 3
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,858 sqft · $188/sqft · 298 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
Eric Chery
Real Estate Agent · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 5618 BRITANNIA DRIVE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 5618 BRITANNIA DRIVE — before you fall in love.
See it in person
Schedule a tour
Pick a day that works — this goes straight to Eric's phone and CRM.
Straight answers
5618 BRITANNIA DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 5618 BRITANNIA DRIVE?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $9,310/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 5618 BRITANNIA DRIVE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $11,111. 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 5618 BRITANNIA DRIVE?+
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 $1,425,000, this home is listed about 150% above the Sarasota median of $570,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 5618 BRITANNIA DRIVE?+
Riverview High School (high), Phillippi Shores Elementary School (elementary), 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
$1,425,000 runs 588% above the SARASOTA 34231 median — but at 3,163 sqft it's also nearly twice the size of 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.
03Time on market is leverage
117 days on market against a Sarasota median of 58 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
04Strong assigned schools
Riverview High School, Phillippi Shores Elementary School, Brookside Middle School — Riverview High School rates 4 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
05The price has already moved
Listed at $1,500,000, now $1,425,000 — a $75K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY · Denise Mei. MLS #A4688782.
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