5+ Days Ago
Highlights
- Air conditioner
- Ceiling fans
- Gas range
- Windows upgraded
- Several fitness centers
- Spacious formal living room
Location
2831 Post Rd, Sarasota, FL 34231, USA|Gulf Gate
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Property Overview
Located near a top-rated elementary school and standing out for value per square foot, this Sarasota home combines everyday convenience with strong local appeal. Notable touches include upgraded windows, air conditioning, ceiling fans, a gas range, several fitness centers, and a spacious formal living room, while nearby dining, mixed-use spaces, and on-site amenities support an active and connected lifestyle.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
More space- Elementary school nearby
Great for
Wellness
Social life
Amenities for 2831 Post Rd, Gulf Gate
Features
| Air Conditioning | Ceiling Fan |
| Central Air | Electric Heating |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
Community
| Fitness Center |
Grounds
| Garage Parking | Outdoor Space |
| Swimming Pool |
Other
| Seven Rooms |
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About 2831 Post Rd
Property Status: Active Vacation Rental. This updated home offers an open floor plan and gives you plenty of space to entertain your friends & family. A spacious formal living room joins together with a dining room and then the light & bright kitchen flows into a Florida Room that overlooks the covered lanai/pool area. The heated 24 x 12 pool & spa is heated with propane & is caged. A nice patio area awaits you in the backyard as well. The Sellers have maintained this home & it shows with some of the updates/features listed: Ductwork & Blue Light '21*Beautiful Vinyl Plank Flooring throughout '21*Interior & Exterior Paint '22*Hurricane Garage Door '22*Pool Light '22*Hayward Pool Heater '22*Air Conditioner '18*Chain Link Fence in the Back Yard '21*Artificial Pet Friendly Turf '21*Pavers & Patio '22*Leaf Guards on Gutters '22*Hurricane Shutters for all Windows*Oversized 22 x 17 Garage*Propane Water Heater*Propane Range*Ceiling Fans in most rooms '18*Windows upgraded in '07 & '17*Roof replaced '18*Newer Propane Water Heater*Disposal '21*Kitchen Cabinets refaced '21*Gas Range & Much More! This home is minutes away from our World Famous Siesta Key Beaches, Cultural Downtown, Legacy Trail, Several Fitness Centers, Costco, Movie Theaters, The Gulf Gate Shops & Fine Restaurants and only 20 minutes to the UTC Mall and St. Armands Circle~Lido Beach. Sarasota has much to offer and is a fabulous place to call home. This home is truly a gem in sought after Gulf Gate so make it yours today and don't wait! EZ Show but by appointment only. Season Rates apply Office Phone: (941) 782-0000 Copyright © 2026 Stellar MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 2831 Post Rd compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 361 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 1 mile away
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 3 miles away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Gulf Gate |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 34231 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Gulf Gate
2-bedroom apartments at 2831 Post Rd cost about 83% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Gulf Gate Estates.
Median rents as of Jun 13 2026.
Gulf Gate
Gulf Gate Estates
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $2,950 |
| July 2024 | $2,500 |
| August 2024 | $2,384 |
| September 2024 | $2,266 |
| October 2024 | $2,466 |
| November 2024 | $2,713 |
| December 2024 | $3,212 |
| January 2025 | $5,000 |
| February 2025 | $4,123 |
| March 2025 | $2,530 |
| April 2025 | $2,955 |
| May 2025 | $2,787 |
| June 2025 | $2,987 |
| July 2025 | $3,575 |
| August 2025 | $3,642 |
| September 2025 | $3,550 |
| October 2025 | $3,792 |
| November 2025 | $3,998 |
| December 2025 | $2,900 |
| January 2026 | $2,784 |
| February 2026 | $2,828 |
| March 2026 | $2,800 |
| April 2026 | $3,500 |
| May 2026 | $2,975 |
| June 2026 | $2,975 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $2,950 |
| August 2024 | $2,350 |
| September 2024 | $2,350 |
| October 2024 | $2,713 |
| November 2024 | $2,713 |
| December 2024 | $3,212 |
| February 2025 | $3,247 |
| March 2025 | $2,530 |
| April 2025 | $2,955 |
| May 2025 | $2,787 |
| June 2025 | $2,987 |
| July 2025 | $3,575 |
| August 2025 | $3,642 |
| September 2025 | $3,550 |
| October 2025 | $3,675 |
| November 2025 | $3,998 |
| December 2025 | $2,900 |
| January 2026 | $2,784 |
| February 2026 | $2,828 |
| March 2026 | $2,800 |
| April 2026 | $3,000 |
| May 2026 | $2,975 |
| June 2026 | $2,975 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 2831 Post Rd
Gulf Gate Elementary School
6500 s lockwood ridge rd
sarasota, FL, 34231
PK, K-5Public
B+
Riverview High School
1 ram way
sarasota, FL, 34231
PK, 9-12Public
A
Sarasota Virtual Academy
4748 beneva rd
sarasota, FL, 34233
K-12Public
Sarasota Virtual School
1960 landings blvd
sarasota, FL, 34231
K-12Public
B-
Oak Park School
7285 hand rd
sarasota, FL, 34241
K-12Public
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Neighborhood
Gulf Gate | Gulf Gate Estates, FL
Getting around Sarasota near 2831 Post Rd
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
0/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.
Points of interest for 2831 Post Rd, Sarasota
Groceries
3/10
No grocery stores within walking distance
Shopping
5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
3/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
3/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk
High schools
0/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Parks
5/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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