5948 SANDSTONE AVENUE, SARASOTA, FL, 34243
Active2 days on marketListed Aug 6, 2026MLS #O6431323
About this home
5948 SANDSTONE AVENUE
SELLERS MOTIVATED!! Welcome to this beautifully remodeled 2,051-square-foot home—the largest floor plan in the neighborhood—offering spacious living, quality upgrades, and exceptional outdoor living in the highly sought-after Mote Ranch community. Major updates provide peace of mind, including a new tile roof and gutters (within the last two years) and a new A/C system installed in 2017. Step inside to discover a completely updated interior featuring: Luxury ceramic tile flooring throughout, freshly painted rooms, elegant crown molding, spacious walk-in closets, an updated primary bathroom, as well as an updated kitchen with new cabinetry, granite countertops, and abundant storage! The generous floor plan offers larger rooms than most homes in the neighborhood, making it ideal for entertaining, working from home, or simply enjoying extra living space. One of this home's standout features is the expansive, screened and covered lanai overlooking a peaceful conservation area—with no rear neighbors. Whether you're hosting family gatherings around the large table, enjoying morning coffee, or relaxing in the comfortable wicker seating, this outdoor living space truly feels like an extension of the home. Best of all, all lanai furniture is included with the sale! Additional furniture inside the home is also negotiable. As a resident of Mote Ranch, you'll enjoy outstanding community amenities, including a Junior Olympic-sized swimming pool, a neighborhood park, scenic walking trails, and A FISHING PIER ON THE BRADEN RIVER and a CANOE and KAYAK LAUNCH into the Braden River! This move-in-ready home combines modern updates, an exceptional floor plan, a private backyard setting, and outstanding community amenities—all in one of the area's most desirable neighborhoods! Don't miss this opportunity—schedule your private showing today and experience everything this beautifully appointed home has!
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2,051
Sqft
0.16 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
1997
Year built
One
Levels
$280
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.
$3,983 /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
$3,983/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
+12.1%
$/sqft vs Sarasota actives
$280 vs $344
Days on market
2 vs 62 typical
Where $280/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 Chaparral
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Chaparral — neighborhood snapshot
Population
459
Median age
64
Median income
$66,532
Median home value
$453,600
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
26%
For the school run
Manatee 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)
162 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 74% above the SARASOTA 34243 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 5948 SANDSTONE AVENUE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · May ’26$421,000
6011 CHAPARRAL AVENUE · same community
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,063 sqft · $204/sqft · 79 DOM
Sold · May ’26$470,000
6835 WINSLOW STREET · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,591 sqft · $295/sqft · 21 DOM
Sold · Oct ’25$522,500
5854 FAIRWOODS CIRCLE
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,059 sqft · $254/sqft · 31 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
Rui Ma
REALTOR® · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 5948 SANDSTONE AVENUE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 5948 SANDSTONE AVENUE — before you fall in love.
See it in person
Schedule a tour
Pick a day that works — this goes straight to Rui's phone and CRM.
Straight answers
5948 SANDSTONE AVENUE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 5948 SANDSTONE AVENUE?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $3,983/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $118/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 5948 SANDSTONE AVENUE?+
The association fee works out to $118 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 5948 SANDSTONE AVENUE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $4,636. 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 5948 SANDSTONE AVENUE?+
The listing reports pets: Cats OK, Dogs OK. 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 $575,000, this home is listed about 2% above the Sarasota median of $565,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 5948 SANDSTONE AVENUE?+
Braden River High School (high), Braden River Middle School (middle), Robert Willis Elementary School (elementary) — Manatee 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
$575,000 runs 74% above the SARASOTA 34243 median — but at 2,051 sqft it's also 22% larger than the typical Sarasota listing.
02Fresh on the market
Only 2 days on market in a Sarasota market that averages 62 — if it fits, move quickly.
03Strong assigned schools
Braden River High School, Braden River Middle School, Robert Willis Elementary School — Robert Willis Elementary School rates 4 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
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Listing courtesy of CHARLES RUTENBERG REALTY ORLANDO · Karen Jorgensen. MLS #O6431323.
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