Front elevation1853 Fiesta Drive, Sarasota, FL 34231
As of September 17, 2026, 1853 Fiesta Drive in Whit Acres, Sarasota is listed at $1,300,000 (3,216 sq ft, about $404 per sq ft). That is 304% above Whit Acres's median closed sale of $321,700 over the last 12 months (312 recorded sales). Per square foot it is above the community's recent $226/sq ft by about 79%. It came to market within the past week. Listing facts: built in 1998, waterfront, no HOA. Figures are from the MLS record and county data; deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
- No CDD assessment on record
- Built 1998 · 28 yrs
- 3,216 sq ft of living area
- 2-car garage
- Active listing
- HOA ~$50/mo (estimate; confirm)
Pricing & the SOUTH VENICE market
How this home is priced against recent nearby sales, and where SOUTH VENICE has been over 25 years. Momentum Research analysis of Stellar MLS records; closed sales, deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Estimates only; see data notes.
Price vs. size in SOUTH VENICE
Each dot is a closed sale since 2004 (4806 total). This home is the gold marker.
Sale price (y) by living area in sq ft (x). Stellar MLS closed sales.
Median $/sq ft by year
Community sold $/sq ft, 2012–2026. This home lists at $404/sq ft.
Median sale price by year
12-month median closed price, 2012–2026.
Market Heat by year (0–100)
Momentum Market Heat, 2013–2026. Now 34 (cold).
This home’s history
- 1998BuiltPer public record
- NowActiveCurrently for sale
Build year is from public record. Listing milestones reflect movewithmomentum.com’s own observations since we began tracking this listing and are not the MLS listing history; dates and prices are deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Estimated monthly payment
- Principal & interest $6,752/mo 79%
- Taxes $1,138/mo 13%
- Insurance $596/mo 7%
- HOA $50/mo 1%
$8,536/mo at 20% down, 30-yr @ 6.76% · edit any field to update.
Editable estimate — not a loan offer. Estimates only; see data & estimate notes.
Property taxes
✓ Based on certified county tax rollMany first-time Florida buyers are surprised when property taxes jump after closing. This estimate helps you budget before you make an offer.
Most of this comes from Florida’s Save Our Homes assessment cap resetting when the home sells — the current owner’s protected assessment doesn’t transfer to a new buyer.
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A market / assessed / taxable trend chart appears here once the prior-year rolls are ingested.
Sources: Florida DOR certified tax roll (2025), Stellar MLS. County public record, not MLS data — matched to this home by parcel ID. Estimates are not a tax bill.
Momentum Property Score
40/100 is below average across the objective indicators below. It reflects only those measures — not the home’s quality, condition, or desirability.
A 0-100 score built from objective property and market data: flood risk, insurance, pricing, supply, affordability, and recent sales. Higher means more measures line up in a buyer’s favor. It reflects only the factors below.
Momentum Scores are objective, rules-based indicators computed from listing facts, public records, and recent nearby sales. They are not appraisals, valuations, investment advice, or judgments about a neighborhood or who should live there. Verify independently.
The Momentum read
🟡 Asking $404 per square foot, about 79% above the community’s $226 median. SOUTH VENICE’s 12-month median sold price per square foot is $226. Median sold price per square foot is down 3.0% year over year. Confidence: Very High · 312 closed sales in 12 monthsMLS facts: Stellar MLS closed sales. A per-square-foot gap is context, not an appraisal; condition, lot, and view set the final number here.
Recent SOUTH VENICE sales closed near 93.5% of original asking.Why it matters: the community’s own record shows how far opening prices typically move, and how often buyers compete without financing.Momentum Research analysis of Stellar MLS records, community-level, 12 months ending September 12, 2026. Aggregates only; deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
What’s unique here: one of only 2906 active listings in SOUTH VENICE, no CDD assessment.
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Updated September 17, 2026 · MLS facts carry their source; interpretation lines are Momentum Research · Data sources & freshness
About this home
Under contract-accepting backup offers. Distinctive Mediterranean inspired architecture, exceptional craftsmanship and a peaceful waterfront setting define Casa de Sueños, meaning “House of Dreams,” a one of a kind custom designed Sarasota home. Substantial wood doors from Mexico, striking spiral columns, rich millwork and custom cabinetry are among the many details that give this 3 bedroom, 3 bath residence its remarkable character.
Designed for both entertaining and comfortable everyday living, the spacious interior features beautifully defined yet connected living areas. Engineered hardwood flooring is complemented by travertine marble in the entry and elevated formal dining room, while the living room and den feature distinctive faux finished concrete slabs accented with stained wood. The kitchen is a standout with extensive custom cabinetry, granite countertops, an oversized contrasting island with seating, wonderful natural light, views of the pond, Wolf gas range, Thermador double wall ovens, built in refrigerator, wet bar and a spacious walk in pantry.
A welcoming dining area overlooking the water provides the perfect setting for lingering over meals with family and friends. Each of the three bedrooms is en suite, offering privacy for owners and guests alike. The spacious primary suite features custom closet cabinetry and a bath with dual vanities, jetted soaking tub and separate shower.
French doors from the primary suite open to a private front patio finished in travertine marble. Additional French doors from the family room create an easy connection to the long covered and screened lanai, with separate dining and sitting areas overlooking the tranquil pond. A travertine marble driveway adds another distinctive touch to the home’s exterior.
Additional features include hurricane glass and a tankless water heater. Located in Landings Woods, Casa de Sueños enjoys a quiet residential setting with exceptional convenience. The Landings Shopping Center is right nearby, offering shopping, dining, fitness, banking and everyday services.
Phillippi Shores Elementary and Riverview High School are also remarkably close, while Siesta Key Beach and vibrant downtown Sarasota are just a short drive away. Casa de Sueños offers an exceptional combination of custom architectural character, waterfront living and a location that puts so much of the Sarasota lifestyle within easy reach. (Electric fireplace is not included.)
Description provided by COLDWELL BANKER REALTY and reproduced from the MLS; not independently verified.
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Listing data, public records, our calculations, and what to verify — each fact shown once. Estimates and calculations shown are for general information only, are not appraisals or advice, and should be independently verified.
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Provided via the Stellar MLS Internet Data Exchange, as distributed by MLS GRID · Listings courtesy of Stellar MLS as distributed by MLS GRID · Listings courtesy of Stellar MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. · deemed reliable but not guaranteedIDX 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 by the MLS to be accurate.The Messtimate
This is a deliberately dumb estimate — living area times a range of recent neighborhood $/sq ft, and nothing else. It is not an appraisal, not market value, and not a valuation of this home. Even a tight range from comparable sales can’t price a specific home — here’s why.
Actual list price: $1,300,000 — compare it against the range above. The Messtimate is a blind sqft estimate; the list price reflects this specific home.
A 27% spread on the same house — and that gap is exactly what an automated guess can't see:
- Condition & updates — a 1998 home may have had its roof, kitchen, or HVAC replaced since, or not; sq ft can't see either.
- The lot — this listing is waterfront; water frontage is priced far off a per-sq-ft average of the neighborhood.
- Outliers skew it — one flip or distressed sale in the comps drags the whole $/sq ft up or down.
- Carrying costs & concessions — CDD, HOA, insurance, and seller-paid buydowns change what a buyer actually pays.
And here's what the live market is doing — which the number above ignores entirely:
- 2896 active listings competing, 1074 under contract
For reference, this home is listed at $1,300,000 ($404/sq ft) — a number set with analysis a Messtimate can't do.
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Methodology: 3,216 sq ft × $199–$253/sq ft from recent nearby closed sales (public records). Estimate for general information only; not an appraisal, valuation, or offer. Updated September 17, 2026.
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Flood zone & elevation
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Approximate parcel elevation from USGS; confirm exact elevation with a survey.
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Recent sales activity in WHIT ACRES
Recent comparable closed sales near this home, from public records. Summary figures are for general reference only and are not a valuation of this property. See the WHIT ACRES neighborhood guide for more.
Recent nearby closings in the data set.
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Canonical 12-month median $/sq ft. Reference only.
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Comparable recent sales
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No closely comparable recent sales were found in this data set.
Investment snapshot
Objective rental and cash-flow estimates for a buyer weighing this as an investment. Rough figures for general information only — not a guarantee of rent, an appraisal, or investment advice. Verify independently.
Buyer research checklist
Items worth confirming for 1853 Fiesta Drive, chosen from what the record shows. This is general guidance, not advice about this specific property.
- Built in 1998 (28 years): ask for the roof and HVAC replacement dates — insurers commonly ask for roof age on homes this old, and it changes the premium.
- The listing reports no HOA: confirm with the county record that no deed restrictions or mandatory association apply to this parcel.
- Look up the parcel on FEMA's Flood Map Service Center and confirm with your insurer whether flood insurance is required.
- Get a homeowners insurance quote for this specific address in Sarasota County; a wind-mitigation inspection and, on older homes, a four-point inspection can change the premium.
- Waterfront: confirm seawall or dock condition and permits, and ask who owns and maintains the shoreline.
- Listed living area is 3,216 sq ft: verify it against the property appraiser's record and measure before relying on it.
- Order a survey to confirm lot boundaries and easements.
- Review permit history with the county.
- Property taxes: the estimate on this page (about $13,650/yr) assumes reassessment at the list price; the seller's homestead cap does not transfer, so their current bill is not a guide.
- School zoning shown here comes from district data and changes; confirm the assigned schools directly with the district before relying on them.
Approximate distances
Approximate drive times for general reference only.
Data sources & freshness
| Listing record | Stellar MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: September 17, 2026) |
| Community market stats | Stellar MLS closed sales, as of September 12, 2026 |
| Flood zone & elevation | Not verified for this address — look it up at msc.fema.gov |
| Taxes & monthly cost | Estimated from county rates; not a quote |
| Insurance figure | Modeled estimate; obtain a real quote before offering |
| Schools | 2025-26 district assignments; verify with the district |
Momentum Research lines are our own analysis of Stellar MLS records; MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Estimates are informational, not appraisals or advice. Methodology: how Momentum scores are computed.
Frequently asked questions
How big is 1853 Fiesta Drive and when was it built?
Per the listing record, 1853 Fiesta Drive was built in 1998 and has 3,216 sq ft of living area, 3 bedrooms and 3.0 bathrooms. Living area and lot size come from the MLS record and should be verified against the county property appraiser.
What community is 1853 Fiesta Drive in?
1853 Fiesta Drive is in Whit Acres in Sarasota, Sarasota County. The community section on this page shows recent closed sales, days on market, and active inventory for Whit Acres from the same MLS data.
Does 1853 Fiesta Drive have an HOA?
The listing reports no HOA. Confirm with the county record that no deed restrictions or mandatory association apply to the parcel.
Why might property taxes on 1853 Fiesta Drive differ from the current owner's?
The estimate on this page (about $13,650 per year) assumes reassessment at the list price. Florida's Save Our Homes rule caps annual assessment increases for homesteaded owners, and the assessment resets after a sale, so a new owner's bill may differ from the seller's. Any tax figure shown here is an estimate, not the actual bill — confirm with the county property appraiser and tax collector.
Is 1853 Fiesta Drive in a flood zone?
A flood designation has not been verified for this address. Look up the parcel on FEMA's Flood Map Service Center (msc.fema.gov) and confirm with your insurer.
Can I rely on the figures on this page?
No. Estimated taxes, insurance, payments, and any market or comparable-sales summary are opinions and estimates for general information only and should not be relied upon. Verify all information independently before making any decision.
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