8144 STERNWAY ROAD, SARASOTA, FL, 34240
Active9 days on marketListed Jul 28, 2026MLS #A4700077
About this home
8144 STERNWAY ROAD
Why wait to build when you can move into this beautifully upgraded, better-than-new 2024 home in the highly sought-after LakeHouse Cove at Waterside? Thoughtfully enhanced well beyond builder grade, this meticulously maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath residence offers the perfect blend of luxury, comfort, modern technology, and the vibrant Sarasota lifestyle. Designed for effortless Florida living, the bright open-concept floor plan features soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, and a chef-inspired kitchen with quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, a gas range, generous cabinetry, and a large center island overlooking the spacious living and dining areas. The extended 12-foot covered lanai with a panoramic screen enclosure creates an exceptional outdoor living space with peaceful water views and seamless indoor-outdoor entertaining. A natural gas connection is already in place, making it easy to add the outdoor kitchen or grill you’ve always wanted. Thoughtful upgrades continue throughout the home, including smart ceiling fans in every room and on the lanai, TV-height electrical outlets with Cat6 wiring at every television location for a clean, modern entertainment setup, remote-controlled roller blinds in every bedroom, a dedicated 240V/60-amp garage connection ready for electric vehicle charging, a driveway security camera, and a video doorbell camera for added convenience and peace of mind. The private owner’s suite offers a spacious walk-in closet, dual vanities, and a beautifully appointed walk-in shower, while two additional bedrooms provide flexibility for guests, a home office, or hobbies. Life at LakeHouse Cove at Waterside extends far beyond your front door. Residents enjoy a spectacular lakefront clubhouse, resort-style pool and spa, state-of-the-art fitness center, pickleball and bocce courts, kayak launch and storage, scenic walking and biking trails, dog parks, and an active social calendar. Even better, you're just a short walk or golf cart ride to Waterside Place, where waterfront dining, boutique shopping, live music, a weekly farmers market, and year-round events create one of Sarasota's most desirable lifestyle destinations. Downtown Sarasota, UTC, SRQ Airport, and the area's award-winning Gulf beaches are all just a short drive away. Luxury, location, lifestyle—and all the premium upgrades are already done. This is a rare opportunity to own a truly move-in-ready home in one of Waterside's most desirable communities.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,810
Sqft
0.17 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
2024
Year built
One
Levels
$343
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 and the real association fee — not generic estimates.
$4,772 /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
$4,772/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
+12.1%
$/sqft vs Sarasota actives
$343 vs $343
Days on market
9 vs 61 typical
Where $343/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 Waterside
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Waterside — neighborhood snapshot
Population
768
Median age
57
Median income
$133,608
Median home value
$753,200
Avg household
3
Households w/ children
57%
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 → $493K
Sarasota median sold, yr/yr
95.2%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
160 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 4% below the SARASOTA 34240 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 8144 STERNWAY ROAD
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Jun ’26$535,000
8113 STERNWAY ROAD · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,810 sqft · $296/sqft · 3 DOM
Sold · Apr ’26$560,000
1027 WATERLINE COURT · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,784 sqft · $314/sqft · 36 DOM
Sold · Jan ’26$570,000
8148 STERNWAY ROAD · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,764 sqft · $323/sqft · 188 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
Darrick Cook
REALTOR® · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 8144 STERNWAY ROAD — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 8144 STERNWAY ROAD — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
8144 STERNWAY ROAD FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 8144 STERNWAY ROAD?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $4,772/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $422/mo association fee 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.
How much are the HOA fees at 8144 STERNWAY ROAD?+
The association fee works out to $422 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 8144 STERNWAY ROAD?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $7,340. 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 8144 STERNWAY ROAD?+
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 $619,999, this home is listed about 9% above the Sarasota median of $569,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 8144 STERNWAY ROAD?+
Tatum Ridge Elementary School (elementary), McIntosh Middle School (middle), Booker High School (high) — Sarasota County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
Keep looking
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Listing courtesy of EXP REALTY, LLC · Jennifer Kenna. MLS #A4700077.
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