5654 GARDENS DRIVE
SARASOTA, FL, 34243
Price$235,000
Beds2
Baths2
SqFt1,080
Baths2
SqFt1,080
Status:Active
Property Type:Residential
School:
Property Type:Residential
School:
Experience breathtaking, unobstructed lake views from your private screened lanai and both bedrooms — a rare opportunity in the highly desirable Gardens of Palm-Aire, where lakefront units are extremely limited and seldom available. This beautifully maintained second-floor, maintenance-free two-bedroom, two-bath condo is ideally located just steps from the heated pool, clubhouse, tennis and shuffleboard courts, offering the perfect balance of relaxation and entertaining. The open-concept living and dining area features a convenient kitchen pass-through, abundant natural light, and tranquil water views that create a serene backdrop to everyday living. The spacious primary suite includes a walk-in closet, and in-unit laundry adds convenience. Fresh interior paint enhances the clean, modern feel, while major updates provide peace of mind, including a complete A/C system replacement (9/24/23) and a hot water heater replaced in October 2025 — offering added peace of mind. Community improvements include a tile roof (2014), pool resurfacing (2019), asphalt driveways (2022), and building painting (2025) — all with no assessments. The maintenance fee covers basic cable, water, sewer, trash, exterior and grounds maintenance, common area taxes, on-site management, and full access to amenities including the clubhouse, sauna, game room, pool, barbecue area, tennis, and shuffleboard, delivering truly carefree Florida living. Located just 20 minutes from world-renowned Gulf beaches with easy access to I-75, University Town Center, downtown Sarasota, St. Armands Circle, and Siesta, Lido, and Longboat Key, this is a seldom-available lakefront opportunity you won’t want to miss.
| Price | $235,000 | |
| Bedrooms | 2 | |
| Full Baths | 2 | |
| Half Baths | 0 | |
| Total Baths | 2 | |
| Lot Size Area | 2.4202 | |
| Lot Size Area Units | Acres | |
| Acres | 2.42 | |
| Property Type | Residential | |
| Sub type | Condominium | |
| MLS Sub type | Condominium | |
| Features | Ceiling Fan(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 | |
| Exterior Features | Irrigation System, Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Private Mailbox, Sidewalk, Tennis Court(s) | |
| Year Built | 1985 | |
| Subdivision | GARDENS AT PALM-AIRE COUNTRY CLUB II | |
| View | Water | |
| Roof | Concrete, Tile | |
| Heating | Central, Heat Pump | |
| Foundation | Slab | |
| Lot Description | City Lot, Landscaped, Near Golf Course, Sidewalk | |
| Laundry Features | Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Closet, Washer Hookup | |
| Pool features | Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Lighting | |
| Parking Description | Assigned, Guest | |
| Association Name | Civix Property Management | |
| Association Fee | 1345 | |
| Association Amenities | Cable TV, Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Pool, Sauna, Shuffleboard Court, Tennis Court(s) | |
| Directions | From University Parkway, turn North onto Whitfield Avenue. Turn Left at Gardens of Palm Aire (Gardens Dr.). Building 20 is located on the left side with a view of the lake across the street from the ?swimming pool and tennis court. Unit is in the back of the building on the left side. | |
| County | Manatee | |
| Latitude | 27.391627 | |
| Longitude | -82.489763 | |
| Market Area | 34243 – Sarasota | |
| Address | 5654 GARDENS DRIVE, SARASOTA, FL 34243 | |
| Postal Code | 34243 | |
| City | SARASOTA | |
| State | FL | |
| Country | United States | |
| Listing Office | CHARLES RUTENBERG REALTY INC | |
| Listing Office Phone | 727-538-9200 | |
| Listing Agent | John Nowicki | |
| Listing Agent Phone | 727-793-5150 | |
| Special listing conditions | None | |
| Ownership | Condominium | |
| Terms | Cash, Conventional | |
| Virtual Tour URL | https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview/stellar/TB8479707 | |
| Elementary School | Robert H. Prine Elementary | |
| Middle School | Braden River Middle | |
| High School | Braden River High | |
| Days on market | 2 | |
| MLS Status | Active | |
| Listing Date | Feb 25, 2026 | |
| Listing Last Modified | Feb 27, 2026 | |
| Tax ID | 2051747703 | |
| Tax Year | 2024 | |
| Tax Annual Amount | 3118 | |
| MLS Area | 34243 – Sarasota | |
| MLS # | TB8479707 | |
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