1509 FLOWER DRIVE, SARASOTA, FL, 34239
Active199 days on marketListed Jan 6, 2026MLS #A4665815
About this home
1509 FLOWER DRIVE
Under Construction. Allegra Homes presents the custom-built Southside IV in Harbor Acres—one of Sarasota’s signature bayfront enclaves. Designed for elevated everyday living, this 5BR/4.5BA residence balances drama and comfort with a soaring great room, intricate millwork, and seamless indoor–outdoor flow to a covered lanai with summer kitchen and pool. An open chef’s kitchen with Wolf Professional appliances and stone countertops anchors the great room and dining area to create one cohesive gathering space. The main level offers a serene primary suite with expansive walk-in closets and a spa-style bath, a private guest suite, a dedicated office, and a bonus room that opens to the pool. Upstairs, three additional bedrooms are joined by a game room and loft for versatile living. Three-car garage on a large lot. Harbor Acres hugs Sarasota Bay just south of downtown—a long-established community known for convenience, comfort, and an elegant blend of classic and newer homes along beautifully landscaped, winding streets. Enjoy a short stroll to Southside Village (Morton’s Market, dining, and shops) and close proximity to Sarasota Memorial Hospital and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens; approximately 2 miles to downtown/bayfront and about 5.5 miles to St. Armands Circle, Lido Beach, and Siesta Key. Highly sought-after Southside Elementary School is roughly 1 mile away.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
5
Bedrooms
4.5
Bathrooms
4,989
Sqft
0.34 ac
Lot size
3
Garage
2026
Year built
Two
Levels
$1,077
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.
$32,141 /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
$32,141/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
+82.1%
$/sqft vs Sarasota actives
$1,077 vs $328
Days on market
199 vs 58 typical
Where $1,077/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 Harbor Acres
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Get to know Sarasota. See the full Sarasota guide →
Harbor Acres — neighborhood snapshot
Population
353
Median age
65
Median income
$139,659
Median home value
$1,145,800
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
23%
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)
147 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 756% above the SARASOTA 34239 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 1509 FLOWER DRIVE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Jul ’26$1,325,700
1740 S ORANGE AVENUE · same community
4 bd · 4.5 ba · 3,168 sqft · $418/sqft · 124 DOM
Sold · Aug ’25$1,350,000
1509 FLOWER DRIVE · same community
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,915 sqft · $463/sqft · 147 DOM
Sold · Jul ’25$1,850,000
1735 FLOWER DRIVE · same community
3 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,840 sqft · $651/sqft · 117 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 1509 FLOWER DRIVE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 1509 FLOWER DRIVE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
1509 FLOWER DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 1509 FLOWER DRIVE?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $32,141/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 1509 FLOWER DRIVE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $11,550. 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 1509 FLOWER 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 $5,375,000, this home is listed about 843% above the Sarasota median of $570,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 1509 FLOWER DRIVE?+
Sarasota High School (high), Southside Elementary School (elementary), Brookside Middle School (middle) — 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
$5,375,000 runs 756% above the SARASOTA 34239 median — but at 4,989 sqft it's also nearly 3 times 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
199 days on market against a Sarasota median of 58 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
04Strong assigned schools
Sarasota High School, Southside Elementary School, Brookside Middle School — Southside Elementary School rates 5 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
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Listing courtesy of GRECO REAL ESTATE · Karen Greco. MLS #A4665815.
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