6482 WATERCREST WAY UNIT 204, LAKEWOOD RANCH, FL, 34202
Active618 days on marketListed Dec 4, 2024MLS #A4631327
About this home
6482 WATERCREST WAY UNIT 204
One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. **MOTIVATED SELLER** Located behind the gates of Watercrest at Lakewood Ranch, this preserve-facing condominium offers exceptional privacy, spacious living, and the ease of a true lock-and-leave lifestyle. Situated in Flood Zone X and featuring a private two-car garage, this second-floor residence encompasses more than 2,200 square feet with a thoughtfully designed three-bedroom, three-bath floor plan. Overlooking a tranquil preserve, the home provides a peaceful backdrop rarely found in condominium living, while the split-bedroom layout offers excellent separation of space, with each bedroom enjoying convenient access to a full bath. A private ensuite guest bedroom makes the home ideal for seasonal residents, full-time living, or hosting family and friends. The spacious primary suite serves as a private retreat, complete with dual vanities, a dedicated makeup area, soaking garden tub, separate walk-in shower, and private water closet. Filled with natural light and finished in a timeless neutral palette, the home feels bright, inviting, and move-in ready. The kitchen has been tastefully updated with GE Café appliances (2020-2024), reverse osmosis, and whole-home water filtration, combining everyday functionality with modern style. Significant updates provide added value and peace of mind, including a new water heater (2025), garage door replacement (2019), and an HVAC system maintained under a biannual service contract. The oversized private two-car garage offers generous storage, an increasingly rare feature in condominium living. Watercrest residents enjoy a gated, maintenance-free lifestyle with resort-style amenities including a heated pool and spa, fitness center, clubhouse, beautifully maintained grounds, and on-site management. A scenic walking path provides direct access to Lakewood Ranch Main Street, placing dining, shopping, entertainment, and community events just moments away. Ideally located minutes from University Town Center, downtown Sarasota, world-renowned Gulf beaches, and I-75, this residence offers the perfect combination of privacy, convenience, and low-maintenance living in one of Lakewood Ranch's most desirable communities.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2,287
Sqft
0 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
2006
Year built
One
Levels
$278
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.
$5,410 /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
$5,410/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
+1.5%
$/sqft vs Lakewood Ranch actives
$278 vs $276
Days on market
618 vs 51 typical
Where $278/sqft sits among the 264 Lakewood Ranch 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 Lakewood Ranch
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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LAKEWOOD RANCH 34202 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
27,237
Median age
54.2
Median income
$123,210
Median home value
$620,700
Avg household
2.51
Households w/ children
2,347
For the school run
Manatee County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Lakewood Ranch market
$577K → $600K
Lakewood Ranch median sold, yr/yr
97.0%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
123 of 264
Lakewood Ranch actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Lakewood Ranch, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 6% above the LAKEWOOD RANCH 34202 median. See the full Lakewood Ranch market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 6482 WATERCREST WAY UNIT 204
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Mar ’26$575,000
6465 WATERCREST WAY UNIT 404 · same community
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,287 sqft · $251/sqft · 249 DOM
Sold · May ’26$625,000
6450 WATERCREST WAY UNIT 402 · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,917 sqft · $326/sqft · 226 DOM
Sold · Oct ’25$295,000
6552 MOORINGS POINT CIRCLE UNIT 201
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,344 sqft · $126/sqft · 115 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
Nicholas Giaccone
Director of Agent Success · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 6482 WATERCREST WAY UNIT 204 — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 6482 WATERCREST WAY UNIT 204 — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
6482 WATERCREST WAY UNIT 204 FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 6482 WATERCREST WAY UNIT 204?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $5,410/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $1,216/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 6482 WATERCREST WAY UNIT 204?+
The association fee works out to $1,216 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 6482 WATERCREST WAY UNIT 204?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2024) was $4,446. 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 6482 WATERCREST WAY UNIT 204?+
The listing reports pets: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit, Size Limit, 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 Lakewood Ranch?+
At $634,900, this home is listed about 6% above the Lakewood Ranch median of $599,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 6482 WATERCREST WAY UNIT 204?+
Robert Willis Elementary School (elementary), R. Dan Nolan Middle School (middle), Lakewood Ranch High School (high) — Manatee County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Five things that matter here
01Trees/Woods views
The trees/woods view is part of what you're buying — views hold value independently of the structure.
02Know the monthly fee
The association fee is $1,216/mo. That usually buys real services — verify what's covered before comparing this home against fee-free alternatives.
03Time on market is leverage
618 days on market against a Lakewood Ranch median of 51 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
04Strong assigned schools
Robert Willis Elementary School, R. Dan Nolan Middle School, Lakewood Ranch High School — Robert Willis Elementary School rates 4 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
05The price has already moved
Listed at $675,000, now $634,900 — a $40K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of LOYD ROBBINS & CO. LLC · Ali Marks. MLS #A4631327.
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