5654 Gardens Drive, Sarasota, FL 34243
Local realty services provided by:Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Synergy
Listed by: john nowicki
Office: charles rutenberg realty inc
MLS#:TB8479707
Source:MFRMLS
Price summary
- Price:$215,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$199.07
- Monthly HOA dues:$448.33
About this home
Breathtaking Lakefront Condo in Gardens at Palm-Aire. Discover serene Florida living in this beautifully maintained second-floor 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo offering unobstructed lake views from your private screened lanai and both bedrooms—an exceptional feature in the highly desirable Gardens at Palm-Aire. Fully furnished and move-in ready, this light-filled home features an open-concept living and dining area designed for comfort and easy entertaining. A convenient kitchen pass-through enhances flow and functionality, while the spacious primary suite includes a walk-in closet for ample storage. In-unit laundry adds everyday convenience. Major system updates provide peace of mind, including a new A/C system (9/24/23) and water heater (10/25). This well-maintained residence allows for true maintenance-free living. Enjoy resort-style community amenities including a heated pool, clubhouse, tennis and shuffleboard courts, sauna, game room, and barbecue area. Ideally located just minutes from I-75 and close to University Town Center, downtown Sarasota, St. Armands Circle, and the Gulf’s world-famous beaches—including Siesta Key, Lido Key, and Longboat Key—this lakefront opportunity blends tranquility with convenience. Now newly priced for improved value, this turnkey lakefront condo offers one of the best opportunities in one of Sarasota’s most established and convenient communities....
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Home facts
- Year built:1985
- Subdivision & Development:GARDENS AT PALM-AIRE COUNTRY CLUB II
- Listing ID #:TB8479707
- Added:162 day(s) ago
- Updated:August 07, 2026 at 12:14 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:2
- Total bathrooms:2
- Full bathrooms:2
- Flooring:Ceramic Tile
- Dining Description:Living Room/Dining Room Combo
- Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Stone Counters
- Bedroom Description:High Ceilings, Split Bedroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Living area:1,080 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air
- Heating:Central, Heat Pump
- Central air:Yes
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Concrete, Tile
- Year built:1985
- Building area:1,080 sq. ft.
- Lot area:2.42 Acres
- Lot Features:Landscaped, Near Golf Course, Sidewalk
- Construction Materials:Block, Concrete, Stucco
- Exterior Features:Covered Porch/Patio, Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Private Mailbox, Rear Porch, Screened, Sidewalk, Tennis Court(s)
- Foundation Description:Slab
- Levels:1 Story
Schools
- High school:Braden River High
- Middle school:Braden River Middle
- Elementary school:Robert H. Prine Elementary
Utilities
- Water:Public
- Sewer:Public, Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$215,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$199.07
- Tax amount:$3,119 (2024)
Features and amenities
- Appliances:Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Irrigation Equipment, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry features:Dryer, Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Closet, Washer, Washer Hookup
- Amenities:Cable Connected, Cable TV, Ceiling Fans(s), Clubhouse, Fitness Center, High Ceilings, Irrigation Equipment, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Pool, Sauna, Shuffleboard Court, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom, Sprinkler Well, Stone Counters, Tennis Court(s), Thermostat, Underground Utilities, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
- Pool features:Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Pool, Private Pool
Parking
- Parking description:Assigned, Guest
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