5451 SHADOW LAWN DRIVE, SARASOTA, FL, 34242
Active16 days on marketListed Jul 9, 2026MLS #A4699270
About this home
5451 SHADOW LAWN DRIVE
Virtually Staged. Live the ultimate island life in the highly sought-after waterfront community of Siesta Isles. Perfectly positioned just 0.8 miles from the public parking lot of world-famous Siesta Beach, you can easily stroll to the powdery white sands that make this area America's number one beach. Enjoy a short, breezy bike ride to the charming shops and incredible dining of Siesta Village, all without ever having to step foot on the main roads. This three-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bathroom single-family home presents an incredible opportunity to design your ideal coastal retreat. Serving as a true artist's blank canvas, the residence invites you to bring your creative vision and reimagine every room into a custom masterpiece. You will have piece of mind knowing the roof and AC are only 2 years old! The newer kitchen and updated appliances shine. The exterior boasts lush, mature landscaping with a gorgeous canopy of trees and gardens, providing a beautifully serene and shaded oasis for outdoor living. For boating enthusiasts, you are merely fifteen minutes by water to the spectacular Sarasota Bay, featuring direct Gulf access with just a single bridge. When you are ready for a change of pace, a quick fifteen-minute drive transports you to the vibrant heart of downtown Sarasota, rich with cultural and urban amenities. This is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to craft a dream home in an absolutely unbeatable location.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
2.5
Bathrooms
2,172
Sqft
0.24 ac
Lot size
1966
Year built
Two
Levels
$395
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.
$5,391 /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
$5,391/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
−6.4%
$/sqft vs Sarasota actives
$395 vs $330
Days on market
16 vs 58 typical
Where $395/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 Sarasota Beach
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Sarasota Beach — neighborhood snapshot
Population
1,618
Median age
66
Median income
$128,627
Median home value
$1,096,296
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
91%
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)
158 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 72% above the SARASOTA 34242 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 5451 SHADOW LAWN DRIVE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Dec ’25$1,500,000
1038 CONTENTO STREET · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,217 sqft · $677/sqft · 169 DOM
Sold · Jul ’26$1,350,000
5560 SHADOW LAWN DRIVE · same community
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,124 sqft · $636/sqft · 511 DOM
Sold · Jul ’26$1,100,000
5569 SHADOW LAWN DRIVE · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,074 sqft · $530/sqft · 35 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 5451 SHADOW LAWN DRIVE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 5451 SHADOW LAWN DRIVE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
5451 SHADOW LAWN DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 5451 SHADOW LAWN DRIVE?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $5,391/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $17/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 5451 SHADOW LAWN DRIVE?+
The association fee works out to $17 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 5451 SHADOW LAWN DRIVE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $3,083. 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 5451 SHADOW LAWN 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 $859,000, this home is listed about 51% above the Sarasota median of $570,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 5451 SHADOW LAWN DRIVE?+
Phillippi Shores Elementary School (elementary), Brookside Middle School (middle), Sarasota High School (high) — Sarasota County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
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