530 MAGELLAN DRIVE, SARASOTA, FL, 34243
Active78 days on marketListed May 12, 2026MLS #A4692098
About this home
530 MAGELLAN DRIVE
Experience the pinnacle of Florida’s mid-century charm in this impeccably maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom residence with a side entry garage, perfectly situated on a premier golf course lot. Lowest price on the 7th tee! This home has a private, resort-style oasis feel featuring a newly remodeled heated pool and spa, complete with modern Wi-Fi automation, outside security cameras & lighting, and a freshly re-screened cage—all framed by the lush, manicured fairways of the historic Sara Bay Country Club. Inside, the home shines with 2022 upgrades, including Luxury Vinyl Plank flooring and a comprehensive Trane HVAC system with new ductwork. Whether you are enjoying a morning coffee with panoramic golf course views or hosting an alfresco dinner under the mature palms, this property offers a rare move-in-ready lifestyle. For the golf enthusiast, an optional private membership to Sara Bay Country Club may provide access to the legendary Donald Ross-designed course and exclusive social amenities, allowing you to tailor your country club experience to your own pace. There is no mandatory HOA, but there are some special rules that apply to the neighborhood in the Manatee County Development Code that apply specifically to Whitfield. There is a voluntary Neighborhood Association for an annual fee of $30. The Sara Bay Country Club currently grants neighborhood association members a free culinary membership to the club, which grants limited dining privileges at the clubhouse. Schedule your showing today!
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,720
Sqft
0.32 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
1972
Year built
One
Levels
$348
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.
$4,127 /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
$4,127/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
+4%
$/sqft vs Sarasota actives
$348 vs $329
Days on market
78 vs 58 typical
Where $348/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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SARASOTA 34243 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
31,773
Median age
51.4
Median income
$79,799
Median home value
$395,000
Avg household
2.26
Households w/ children
2,313
For the school run
Manatee 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)
165 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 84% above the SARASOTA 34243 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 530 MAGELLAN 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$420,000
7205 ALDERWOOD DRIVE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,723 sqft · $244/sqft · 35 DOM
Sold · Jun ’26$330,000
6909 9TH COURT E
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,709 sqft · $193/sqft · 8 DOM
Sold · Mar ’26$449,000
7135 QUEEN PALM CIRCLE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,708 sqft · $263/sqft · 3 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
Kat Bonelli
REALTOR® · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 530 MAGELLAN DRIVE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 530 MAGELLAN DRIVE — before you fall in love.
See it in person
Schedule a tour
Pick a day that works — this goes straight to Kat's phone and CRM.
Straight answers
530 MAGELLAN DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 530 MAGELLAN DRIVE?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $4,127/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 530 MAGELLAN DRIVE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $6,126. 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 530 MAGELLAN 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 $599,000, this home is listed about 5% above the Sarasota median of $570,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 530 MAGELLAN DRIVE?+
Braden River High School (high), Braden River Middle School (middle), Robert Willis Elementary School (elementary) — Manatee County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Four things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$599,000 runs 84% above the SARASOTA 34243 median.
02Your own pool
A private pool — the feature Florida buyers ask for first, already in the ground and included in the price.
03Strong assigned schools
Braden River High School, Braden River Middle School, Robert Willis Elementary School — Robert Willis Elementary School rates 4 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
04The price has already moved
Listed at $625,000, now $599,000 — a $26K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
Keep looking
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Listing courtesy of REDFIN CORPORATION · Shaune Harper Kimbler. MLS #A4692098.
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