SARABAY ROAD, OSPREY, FL, 34229
Active24 days on marketListed Jun 26, 2026MLS #A4698213
About this home
SARABAY ROAD
RARE OPPORTUNITY – WEST OF TRAIL -- OVERSIZED 0.32-ACRE CORNER HOMESITE in the sought-after Waterfront Community of Bay Acres in Osprey. Zoned RSF-2, the property offers the flexibility to build a custom home of approximately 4,500 square feet with a pool or design a smaller residence with a detached guest house or ADU. The lot is served by public water and sewer and includes a private well for a future irrigation system. Survey available. Bay Acres offers optional HOA access to a private 12-slip marina, community boat ramp, kayak and paddleboard launch, and dockage for qualifying vessels up to 22 feet. Surrounded by luxury homes and new construction, this prime location is just minutes from Nokomis Beach, Casey Key, Oscar Scherer State Park, the Legacy Trail, Pine View School, Downtown Venice, and downtown Sarasota. Vacant homesites west of the Trail are increasingly hard to find—don't miss this exceptional opportunity to build your dream home.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
0.32 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.
$2,023 /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:
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$2,023/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. 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 Sarabay Acres
Sarabay Acres — neighborhood snapshot
Population
1,075
Median age
65
Median income
$54,735
Median home value
$363,400
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
14%
For the school run
Sarasota County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Osprey market
$710K → $530K
Osprey median sold, yr/yr
93.5%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
Median sold price, Osprey, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 49% below the OSPREY 34229 median. See the full Osprey market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near SARABAY ROAD
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$479,000
26 BAY ACRES AVENUE · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,904 sqft · $252/sqft · 6 DOM
Sold · Jun ’26$400,000
32 BAY AVENUE · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 2,148 sqft · $186/sqft · 177 DOM
Sold · Feb ’26$527,500
315 BAYSHORE DRIVE · same community
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,384 sqft · $221/sqft · 72 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 SARABAY ROAD — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for SARABAY ROAD — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
SARABAY ROAD FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for SARABAY ROAD?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $2,023/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 SARABAY ROAD?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $1,921. 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 SARABAY ROAD?+
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 Osprey?+
At $269,000, this home is listed about 61% below the Osprey median of $692,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to SARABAY ROAD?+
Laurel Nokomis School (elementary), Venice Senior High School (high) — Sarasota County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
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Listing courtesy of GENEROUS PROPERTY · Mark Lyda. MLS #A4698213.
IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by Stellar MLS.
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