243 COOLIDGE DRIVE, SARASOTA, FL, 34236
Active121 days on marketListed Apr 4, 2026MLS #A4688712
About this home
243 COOLIDGE DRIVE
Create your modern coastal residence just moments from the sugar-sand shoreline on this rare, cleared homesite in the heart of Lido Beach. Measuring approximately 60-by-115, this property is ideally positioned for an effortless island lifestyle with access to the Gulf, the boutiques and dining of St. Armands Circle, and a short drive to vibrant downtown Sarasota. Zoning that allows seven-day rentals provides exceptional versatility for a future luxury home or investment-minded design. Architectural plans available. Build a three-story contemporary coastal residence featuring a rooftop deck, owners can capture both Gulf and Sarasota Bay sunset views, an elevated vantage point that defines the Lido Beach lifestyle. This is a premier opportunity in one of Sarasota’s most sought-after beach communities.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
0.16 ac
Lot size
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.
$9,663 /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
$9,663/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.
Where it sits
Inside Lido Key
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Lido Key — neighborhood snapshot
Population
1,257
Median age
68
Median income
$250,001
Median home value
$1,127,100
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
18%
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
$475K → $495K
Sarasota median sold, yr/yr
95.2%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
Median sold price, Sarasota, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 64% above the SARASOTA 34236 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 243 COOLIDGE DRIVE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Feb ’26$2,150,000
144 HARRISON DRIVE · same community
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,743 sqft · $784/sqft · 77 DOM
Sold · Dec ’25$4,100,000
200 GARFIELD DRIVE · same community
6 bd · 7 ba · 3,459 sqft · $1,185/sqft · 143 DOM
Sold · Jul ’26$5,300,000
161 S POLK DRIVE · same community
5 bd · 5 ba · 4,617 sqft · $1,148/sqft · 175 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
John Carpenter
CFO/Broker · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 243 COOLIDGE DRIVE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 243 COOLIDGE DRIVE — before you fall in love.
See it in person
Schedule a tour
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Straight answers
243 COOLIDGE DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 243 COOLIDGE DRIVE?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $9,663/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 243 COOLIDGE DRIVE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $17,435. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
How does the price compare to other homes in Sarasota?+
At $1,395,000, this home is listed about 145% above the Sarasota median of $569,945. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 243 COOLIDGE DRIVE?+
Southside Elementary School (elementary), Booker High School (high), Booker Middle School (middle) — Sarasota 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
$1,395,000 runs 64% above the SARASOTA 34236 median.
02Strong assigned schools
Southside Elementary School, Booker High School, Booker Middle School — Southside Elementary School rates 5 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
03The price has already moved
Listed at $1,800,000, now $1,395,000 — a $405K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of PREMIER SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY · Kathleen Wingate. MLS #A4688712.
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