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861 Mecca Dr, Sarasota, FL 34234, USA|Bayou Oaks
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Overseas Realty, Inc.
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Property Overview
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Things you’ll love
Less expensive- Images Available
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 861 Mecca Dr, Bayou Oaks
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Grounds
| Community Pool | Swimming Pool |
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Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
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About 861 Mecca Dr
Two(2) bedroom (2) bath unit. Nice size Kitchen features Stove, Refrigerator, Dishwasher and breakfast bar. Dining room, great room combo. Plenty of room for large furniture. Unit also features 12x14 screened lanai, washer & dryer INSIDE unit. Master suite with separate bath, his and hers closets. Unit is all tile. Upstairs unit with vaulted ceiling. Community Pool. Walking distance to New College, USF and the Ringling Museum. Fantastic location. All tile unit. https overseasrealty com rental-properties sarasota-florida
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 861 Mecca Dr, Sarasota, FL 34234, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Bayou Oaks |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 34234 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Bayou Oaks
2-bedroom apartments at 861 Mecca Dr cost about 9% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Sarasota.
Median rents as of Jan 31 2026.
Bayou Oaks
Sarasota
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $2,500 |
| March 2024 | $2,500 |
| April 2024 | $2,498 |
| May 2024 | $2,500 |
| June 2024 | $2,500 |
| July 2024 | $2,400 |
| August 2024 | $2,400 |
| September 2024 | $2,410 |
| October 2024 | $2,426 |
| November 2024 | $2,482 |
| December 2024 | $2,474 |
| January 2025 | $2,462 |
| February 2025 | $2,499 |
| March 2025 | $2,440 |
| April 2025 | $2,278 |
| May 2025 | $2,217 |
| June 2025 | $2,200 |
| July 2025 | $2,144 |
| August 2025 | $2,175 |
| September 2025 | $2,177 |
| October 2025 | $2,165 |
| November 2025 | $2,167 |
| December 2025 | $2,175 |
| January 2026 | $2,265 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $1,646 |
| March 2024 | $1,902 |
| April 2024 | $1,796 |
| May 2024 | $1,678 |
| June 2024 | $1,664 |
| July 2024 | $1,695 |
| August 2024 | $1,701 |
| September 2024 | $1,723 |
| October 2024 | $1,630 |
| November 2024 | $1,655 |
| December 2024 | $1,765 |
| January 2025 | $1,803 |
| February 2025 | $1,668 |
| March 2025 | $1,617 |
| April 2025 | $1,602 |
| May 2025 | $1,768 |
| June 2025 | $1,778 |
| July 2025 | $1,759 |
| August 2025 | $1,810 |
| September 2025 | $1,688 |
| October 2025 | $1,619 |
| November 2025 | $1,522 |
| December 2025 | $1,581 |
| January 2026 | $1,728 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Last month | $1,550 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $1,795 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $1,695 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 3 years ago | $1,695 | 2 bed | 2 bath |
Schools near 861 Mecca Dr
Children First
1723 n orange ave
sarasota, FL, 34234
PKPublic
Emma E. Booker Elementary School
2350 dr martin luther king way
sarasota, FL, 34234
PK, K-5Public
B-
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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Getting around Sarasota near 861 Mecca Dr
Walking
4/10
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
6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 861 Mecca Dr, Sarasota
Groceries
3/10
At least one grocery store within a 30-minute walk
Shopping
3/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
2/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk
High schools
1/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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861 Mecca Dr, Sarasota, FL
861 Mecca Dr Sarasota, FL
Occupied
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2 Beds
2 Baths
$1,550
Air Conditioning • In-Unit Laundry • Dishwasher • High Ceilings • Balcony
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