5654 GARDENS DR, Sarasota, FL 34243
5654 GARDENS DR, Sarasota, FL 34243
5654 GARDENS DR, Sarasota, FL 34243
5654 GARDENS DR, Sarasota, FL 34243
5654 GARDENS DR, Sarasota, FL 34243
5654 GARDENS DR, Sarasota, FL 34243
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Angie Gooden

Angie Gooden

+1(843) 576-9551
$ 215,000
Est. payment | /mo

2 Beds

2 Baths

1,080 SqFt

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$ 215,000
Est. payment | /mo
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2 Beds

2 Baths

1,080 SqFt

Key Details

Property Type Condo

Sub Type Condominium

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 1,080 sqft

Price per Sqft $199

Subdivision Gardens At Palm-Aire Country Club Ii

MLS Listing ID TB8479707

Bedrooms 2

Full Baths 2

Construction Status Completed

HOA Fees $1,345/qua

HOA Y/N Yes

Annual Recurring Fee 5380.0

Year Built 1985

Annual Tax Amount $3,118

Lot Size 2.420 Acres

Acres 2.42

Property Sub-Type Condominium

Source Stellar MLS

Property Description

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.

Location

State FL

County Manatee

Community Gardens At Palm-Aire Country Club Ii

Area 34243 - Sarasota

Zoning PDR/WPE

Rooms

Other Rooms Storage Rooms

Interior

Interior Features Ceiling Fans(s), High Ceilings, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments

Heating Central, Heat Pump

Cooling Central Air

Flooring Ceramic Tile

Furnishings Unfurnished

Fireplace false

Appliance Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Laundry Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Closet, Washer Hookup

Exterior

Exterior Feature Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Private Mailbox, Sidewalk, Tennis Court(s)

Parking Features Assigned, Guest

Fence Masonry

Pool Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Lighting

Community Features Buyer Approval Required, Clubhouse, Community Mailbox, Fitness Center, Irrigation-Reclaimed Water, Pool, Sidewalks, Tennis Court(s), Street Lights

Utilities Available Cable Connected, Public, Sprinkler Well, Underground Utilities

Amenities Available Cable TV, Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Pool, Sauna, Shuffleboard Court, Tennis Court(s)

Waterfront Description Lake Front

View Y/N Yes

Water Access No

View Water

Roof Type Concrete,Tile

Porch Covered, Rear Porch, Screened

Exposure North

Garage false

Private Pool Yes

Building

Lot Description City Limits, Landscaped, Near Golf Course, Sidewalk

Story 2

Entry Level One

Foundation Slab

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Public

Unit Floor 1

Structure Type Block,Concrete,Stucco

New Construction false

Construction Status Completed

Schools

Elementary Schools Robert H. Prine Elementary

Middle Schools Braden River Middle

High Schools Braden River High

Others

Pets Allowed Dogs OK

HOA Fee Include Cable TV,Pool,Escrow Reserves Fund,Fidelity Bond,Insurance,Maintenance Structure,Maintenance Grounds,Management,Pest Control,Sewer,Trash,Water

Senior Community No

Pet Size Small (16-35 Lbs.)

Ownership Condominium

Monthly Total Fees $448

Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional

Membership Fee Required Required

Listing Terms Cash, Conventional

Num of Pet 1

Special Listing Condition None

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Stellar MLS
© 2026 My Florida Regional MLS DBA Stellar MLS. All Rights Reserved.
Listed by John Nowicki CHARLES RUTENBERG REALTY INC

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