5400 OCEAN BOULEVARD UNIT 8-05, SARASOTA, FL, 34242
Active266 days on marketListed Nov 13, 2025MLS #A4670371
About this home
5400 OCEAN BOULEVARD UNIT 8-05
BEACH TERRACE - STUDIO GULF-FRONT RESIDENCE: YOUR PERFECT SIESTA KEY PIED-À-TERRE Discover your ideal coastal escape at Beach Terrace, perfectly positioned at the end of Siesta Key Village with direct Gulf of Mexico frontage. This charming studio residence offers the perfect pied-à-terre for those seeking an effortless weekend getaway to paradise. Whether you call Sarasota or Lakewood Ranch home, imagine having your own Siesta Key retreat just moments away, a place to unwind, recharge, and embrace the coastal lifestyle whenever you need it. The private balcony frames stunning Gulf views, while the thoughtfully designed interior maximizes space and comfort. Covered parking provides convenient, weather-protected access to your beach escape, while the residence's prime location puts you steps from all the dining, shopping, and entertainment that Siesta Key Village has to offer. No need to drive once you arrive, everything is at your fingertips. Resort-style amenities elevate the experience: enjoy the elevated heated saltwater pool with its spectacular sunset views (truly the best amenity besides the unbeatable location), stay active in the fitness center, gather in the community room, and access the world-renowned Siesta Key Beach directly from the property. The powdery white sand and crystal-clear waters are quite literally your backyard. More than a weekend residence, this is your personal gateway to the Gulf-front lifestyle. Whether it's a spontaneous Friday escape or a planned coastal retreat, your Siesta Key sanctuary awaits. This is the effortless beach lifestyle you've been dreaming of, close to home, yet worlds away.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
1
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
522
Sqft
1970
Year built
One
Levels
$1,207
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.
$4,376 /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
$4,376/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
+127.1%
$/sqft vs Sarasota actives
$1,207 vs $343
Days on market
266 vs 61 typical
Where $1,207/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
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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The numbers that matter
The Sarasota market
$475K → $493K
Sarasota median sold, yr/yr
95.2%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
159 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 32% above the SARASOTA 34242 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 5400 OCEAN BOULEVARD UNIT 8-05
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Apr ’26$900,000
5400 OCEAN BOULEVARD UNIT 8-04 · same community
1 bd · 1 ba · 928 sqft · $970/sqft · 70 DOM
Sold · Jul ’26$1,100,000
5400 OCEAN BOULEVARD UNIT 6-4 · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,187 sqft · $927/sqft · 262 DOM
Sold · Mar ’26$3,600,000
5400 OCEAN BOULEVARD UNIT 12-2 · same community
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,374 sqft · $1,516/sqft · 92 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
Gavin Hatcher
REALTOR® · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 5400 OCEAN BOULEVARD UNIT 8-05 — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 5400 OCEAN BOULEVARD UNIT 8-05 — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
5400 OCEAN BOULEVARD UNIT 8-05 FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 5400 OCEAN BOULEVARD UNIT 8-05?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $4,376/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 5400 OCEAN BOULEVARD UNIT 8-05?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $6,969. 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 5400 OCEAN BOULEVARD UNIT 8-05?+
The listing reports pets: Size Limit. 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 $630,000, this home is listed about 11% above the Sarasota median of $569,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
The brief
Four things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$630,000 runs 32% above the SARASOTA 34242 median.
02Move-in furnished
The furniture conveys — a genuine head start for a second home or rental, and one less five-figure line item after closing.
03Time on market is leverage
266 days on market against a Sarasota median of 61 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
04The price has already moved
Listed at $690,000, now $630,000 — a $60K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY · Mickey Kiernan. MLS #A4670371.
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