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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Prime location
- Open floor plan
- Paver pool deck
Location
638 S Owl Dr, Sarasota, FL 34236, USA|Bird Key
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Rent Sarasota, LLC
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Property Overview
Located in a prime area, this property features an open floor plan and a paver pool deck, providing attractive living space. Its exceptional convenience is highlighted by nearby public transport and grocery stores, as well as amenities like high-speed internet and outdoor spaces that cater to pet owners. With ample natural light and a quiet environment, it is well-suited for those who work from home.
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
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Great for
Work-from-home
Pet owners
Amenities for 638 S Owl Dr, Bird Key
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
| Refrigerator, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer/Dryer & Disposal |
Tech
| Cable/Internet |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Water/Sewer |
Grounds
| Boat Dock | Landscape and Pool Maintenance |
| Swimming Pool |
Services
| Pest Control |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
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Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 638 S Owl Dr
Short term only home on the water on BIRD KEY. This comfortable and cozy 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom pool home is situated directly on a canal with no bridges to the bay, able to accommodate a 26' boat. The open floor plan is flooded with natural light and features a living room that opens directly onto a huge covered lanai. Your lanai offers comfortable seating and dining, and right thru the door you'll find a paver pool deck surrounded by a beautiful garden with chaise lounges for enjoying the some fun in the sun. The kitchen has solid wooden cabinetry, custom tile back splash, breakfast bar and stainless steel appliances. The main bedroom has a king bed, easy access to the pool, large walking closet and en suite bathroom with dual vanities and water closet. Parking is one garage space available and a spacious circular driveway. This home's prime location offers easy access to Bird Key Park, St. Armand's Circle, Lido Beach and downtown Sarasota is just over the bridge for theater, museums, and the opera. High season is $8500/month Dec thru April and off season (rest of the year) is $6900 + tax. Now rented June thru October 2026. Call today for a really memorable vacation in the Florida sunshine in a very special location-BIRD KEY!
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 638 S Owl Dr compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 2 miles away
- 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 2 miles away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Bird Key |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 34236 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Bird Key
Median rents as of Jan 17 2026.
Bird Key
Sarasota
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $3,000 |
| March 2024 | $3,010 |
| April 2024 | $3,076 |
| May 2024 | $2,996 |
| June 2024 | $3,000 |
| July 2024 | $2,933 |
| August 2024 | $2,920 |
| September 2024 | $2,987 |
| October 2024 | $2,921 |
| November 2024 | $2,879 |
| December 2024 | $2,851 |
| January 2025 | $2,830 |
| February 2025 | $2,800 |
| March 2025 | $2,799 |
| April 2025 | $2,746 |
| May 2025 | $2,714 |
| June 2025 | $2,673 |
| July 2025 | $2,695 |
| August 2025 | $2,650 |
| September 2025 | $2,695 |
| October 2025 | $2,664 |
| November 2025 | $2,600 |
| December 2025 | $2,637 |
| January 2026 | $2,662 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $9,710 |
| July 2024 | $9,800 |
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Can I afford to live at 638 S Owl Dr?
Bedrooms
4+ bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$340,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $340,000 annually to afford this 4-bedrooms monthly rent price of $8,500.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Last month | $8,500 |
Schools near 638 S Owl Dr
Southside Elementary School
1901 webber st
sarasota, FL, 34239
PK, K-5Public
A
Sarasota Virtual School
1960 landings blvd
sarasota, FL, 34231
K-12Public
B-
Children First
1723 n orange ave
sarasota, FL, 34234
PKPublic
Oak Park School
7285 hand rd
sarasota, FL, 34241
K-12Public
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Neighborhood
Bird Key | Sarasota, FL
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Sarasota near 638 S Owl Dr
Walking
2/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
5/10
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 638 S Owl Dr, Sarasota
Groceries
1/10
Closest supermarket further than a 30-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
3/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
0/10
Closest elementary school further than a 30-minute walk
High schools
0/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Parks
5/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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