225 HOURGLASS WAY UNIT 103, SARASOTA, FL, 34242
Active306 days on marketListed Oct 6, 2025MLS #A4664460
About this home
225 HOURGLASS WAY UNIT 103
Virtually Staged. GREAT PRICE IMPROVEMENT! Welcome to this RARE, 2 bed/2 bath, double lanai corner residence with peaceful lagoon views in the premiere Gulf front property of Whispering Sands! Nestled in the desirable Sunset House building, this freshly painted, updated unit offers a quiet, private setting, with serene views of lush landscaping and the shimmering lagoon with its abundant fish, turtles, and aquatic life. A wonderful entry hall leads into a spacious OPEN CONCEPT floor plan, where the kitchen, living and dining areas flow together to create a wonderful, flexible gathering space. The living space has been extended into what was originally an enclosed 24' x 7' lanai, resulting in the creation of additional valuable interior living space under air, flanked on all sides with floor to ceiling sliders. Sliders open into a private, sunny brick paver patio, perfect for grilling, gardening, or simply relaxing in the surrounding natural beauty. You'll enjoy hosting friends and family in your NEW 2025 kitchen featuring granite countertops, LG stainless appliances, soft-close cabinetry, tile backsplash, breakfast bar, & tray ceiling. The primary and guest bedrooms each include a set of charming French doors that open into the tiled, screened and glassed lanai with direct views into the lagoon. Updated in 2024, both bathrooms include new granite countertops, soft close vanities & fixtures, and recessed lighting. All of the sliders in this unit are Miami Dade hurricane impact rated. 2024 HVAC system. 2025 water heater. Whispering Sands is a 55+ Gulf front community ideally situated just steps to the colorful shops & restaurants of Siesta Key Village offering two heated pools, clubhouse with catering kitchen and fitness rooms currently undergoing complete remodeling, canoe/kayak storage, beachside Tiki Hut & grills, and 800’ of its own beach access on the Gulf! Thoughtfully updated, inviting, and perfectly private, this peaceful corner retreat offers the perfect blend of indoor/outdoor living on beautiful Siesta Key.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,271
Sqft
1.89 ac
Lot size
1969
Year built
One
Levels
$393
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.
$3,619 /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.
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Estimated payment
$3,619/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.
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
−39.1%
$/sqft vs WHISPERING SANDS
$393 vs $427
Days on market
306 vs 62 typical
Where $393/sqft sits among the 8 homes for sale in WHISPERING SANDS
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 Sarasota
Drive times from this address
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The numbers that matter
The Sarasota market
$475K → $493K
Sarasota median sold, yr/yr
95.2%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
5 of 8
WHISPERING SANDS have cut their price
Median sold price, Sarasota, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 10% above the SARASOTA 34242 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 225 HOURGLASS WAY UNIT 103
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Apr ’26$570,000
199 WHISPERING SANDS DRIVE UNIT 201 · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,271 sqft · $448/sqft · 100 DOM
Sold · Jul ’26$400,000
101 WHISPERING SANDS DRIVE UNIT 301 · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,271 sqft · $315/sqft · 22 DOM
Sold · Jun ’26$965,000
19 WHISPERING SANDS DRIVE UNIT 1104 · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,282 sqft · $753/sqft · 69 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
Steeve Cadeau
REALTOR® · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 225 HOURGLASS WAY UNIT 103 — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Straight answers
225 HOURGLASS WAY UNIT 103 FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 225 HOURGLASS WAY UNIT 103?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $3,619/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 225 HOURGLASS WAY UNIT 103?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2024) was $3,529. 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 225 HOURGLASS WAY UNIT 103?+
The listing reports pets: No. 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 $500,000, this home is listed about 12% below the Sarasota median of $565,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
The brief
Four things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$500,000 runs 10% above the SARASOTA 34242 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
306 days on market against a Sarasota median of 62 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
04The price has already moved
Listed at $650,000, now $500,000 — a $150K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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