$199,900
966 La Costa Circle
Sarasota, FL 34237
Property type
Year built
Lot size
Price / sq ft
HOA dues
Days on market
Flood zone
About this home
Now is the time for you to purchase this property that is so close to downtown, you could walk. Fine restaurants, the arts, theater, shopping, and the beautiful, award-winning beaches are all minutes away from this community. Legacy Trail is a minute away for biking, running or just meandering on a beautiful day. Or stay in your own gated community and enjoy the acres of park-like setting, swim in one of the two pools (one is heated), exercise in the private gym or just sit in the shade at the clubhouse and read a book. This is one of the best values so convenient to all that the downtown lifestyle. Ed Smith Stadium, home for the Orioles during Spring Training, is just around the corner. Residents have been known to walk to baseball games, it is so close! This two-bedroom, one bath unit is located on the first floor and is an end unit with beautiful views of the park. Stainless Steel appliances and granite countertops accent the solid wood cabinets. Hurricane windows and slider are added protection and security. New railings along the fronts of the buildings have been replaced, the lanais are being replaced and most are completed, and the buildings are scheduled to be painted a new, updated color in 2024 with current style light fixtures to add to the update look. A new gate entry system has been implemented. Improvements continue to be made to increase the value of the property. This area is definitely in the gentrification process with lots of added future value just around the corner. This is the perfect property for personal use or invest in it as a rental. Schedule your appointment today!
Local Insight
At under $200k for a two-bedroom in Sarasota, you're looking at a seriously dated unit from 1972 that'll likely need updates, but the no-HOA structure and those 9 acres of land could appeal if you're thinking long-term value or development potential rather than immediate move-in condition. The price-per-square-foot is genuinely competitive for the area, though you'll want to scrutinize flood zone AE closely—that's an active flood plain that could affect insurance costs and resale appeal down the road. This is the kind of property where the bones might be worth it if you're handy or have a contractor relationship, but passing buyers should factor in realistic renovation costs before getting excited about the headline price.
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Estimated monthly payment
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Price & listing history297 days on market
- Status: ActiveApr 14, 2025
- Listed$199,900Apr 14, 2025
- Price increased$199,900
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Facts & features
- Property type
- Residential
- Sub type
- Condominium
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 297
- Subdivision
- Park View
- County
- Sarasota
- Year built
- 1972
- Living area
- 865 sq ft
- Price/sq ft
- $231
- Building area
- 955 sq ft (Public Records)
- Lot size
- 395,309 sq ft
- Lot category
- 5 to less than 10
- Flood zone
- X,AE
- Annual taxes
- $764 (2024)
- Parcel #
- 2028031093
- MLS #
- A4640593
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Interior Details
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Full bathrooms
- 1
- Flooring
- Ceramic Tile
- Appliances
- Built-In Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Interior features
- Ceiling Fans(s), Crown Molding, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Wood Cabinets, Stone Counters, Window Treatments
- Laundry
- Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Washer Hookup
- Stories / Levels
- One
- Direction faces
- South
Heating & Cooling
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
HOA & Financial
- Total monthly fees
- $534/mo
- Total annual fees
- $6,408
- HOA name
- Dylan Clements
- CDD
- No
- Homestead exemption
- Yes
- Min lease term
- 6 Months
- Ownership
- Condominium
- Available for lease
- Yes
- Lease restrictions
- Yes
- Additional lease restrictions
- See
Exterior & Construction
- Exterior features
- Private Mailbox, Rain Gutters, Sidewalk, Sliding Doors, Storage
- Construction materials
- Block, Concrete, Stucco
- Roof
- Shingle
- Foundation
- Slab
- Road surface
- Asphalt
Utilities
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water source
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Phone Available, Public, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community
- Pets allowed
- Cats OK, Dogs OK
Schools
Letter grades: Florida DOE 2024–25 school grades (Orange, Seminole, Lake, Osceola, Brevard). Assigned schools from the listing agent — verify enrollment with the district.
Room Details
| Room | Level | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Living Room | First | 20x12 |
| Dining Room | First | 8x12 |
| Kitchen | First | 7x10 |
| Primary Bedroom | First | 11x13 |
| Bedroom 2 | First | 11x12 |
Listing Details
- Listing date
- 2025-02-13
- On market date
- 2025-04-14
- Original list price
- $199,900
- Occupant type
- Owner
- MLS area
- 34237 - Sarasota
- Listing AOR
- Sarasota - Manatee
- Status changed
- 2025-04-14
- Tax legal description
- UNIT 1, BLDG 966, PARK VIEW
Flood risk
See FEMA for this zone’s designation and insurance requirements.
Source: FEMA flood zone reported on the listing. Confirm current designation at FEMA Flood Map Service Center.
Location
Directions
Go north on Lime off of Frutiville Rd. Complex is on right about .25 of a mile.
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