$217,000

5654 Gardens Drive Sarasota, FL 34243 Residential - Condominium Active

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LAKEFRONT LIVING WITH NEW UPGRADES! Wake up to beautiful, unobstructed lake views and enjoy the best of the Florida lifestyle from this exceptional, fully furnished second-floor 2-bedroom, 2-bath residence in Gardens at Palm-Aire. A private screened lanai and lake views from both bedrooms create a peaceful retreat, while recent updates add a fresh, modern feel, including a brand-new GE stainless steel refrigerator and range, a new ceiling fan with lighting in the primary bedroom, and new stairwell lighting. The bright, open living and dining area is ideal for relaxing or entertaining, with a convenient kitchen pass-through that keeps the space open and inviting. The spacious primary suite features a walk-in closet, and in-unit laundry adds everyday convenience. Additional peace of mind comes from an A/C system installed in September 2023 and a water heater installed in October 2025. Enjoy the relaxed, resort-style atmosphere of Gardens at Palm-Aire with its heated pool, clubhouse, tennis and shuffleboard courts, sauna, game room, and barbecue area. Conveniently located near I-75, University Town Center, downtown Sarasota, St. Armands Circle, and some of Florida's most celebrated beaches, including Siesta Key, Lido Key, and Longboat Key. Turnkey, lakefront, beautifully positioned, and thoughtfully updated, this is an inviting opportunity to enjoy a peaceful Sarasota lifestyle with resort-style amenities and the area's most desirable destinations close by.

Property Highlights

Property Type: Residential - Condominium
Cooling: Central Air
Fenced: Yes
Heating: Central, Heat Pump
Lot Size: 2.42 Acres
Roof Type: Concrete, Tile
Stories: 2.0
Taxes: $3,118
Year Built: 1985

General Information

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 2 Full
Sqft: 1,080
County: Manatee
High School: Braden River High
Subdivision: GARDENS AT PALM-AIRE COUNTRY CLUB II
Listed By:
John Nowicki CHARLES RUTENBERG REALTY INC 727-538-9200

Amenities

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
Lighting
Outdoor Grill
Private Mailbox
Sidewalk
Tennis Court(s)

Room Information

Living Room: 20x18
Kitchen: 12x11
Dining Room: 12x10
Primary Bedroom: 18x15
Bedroom 2: 16x14
Balcony/Porch/Lanai: 17x7

Property Features

Additional Rooms: Storage Rooms
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Association Amenities: Cable TV, Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Pool, Sauna, Shuffleboard Court, Tennis Court(s)
Community Features: Buyer Approval Required, Clubhouse, Community Mailbox, Fitness Center, Irrigation-Reclaimed Water, Pool, Sidewalks, Tennis Court(s), Street Lights
Days on Site: 198
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 t
Energy Efficient: Lighting, Thermostat
Exterior: Block, Concrete, Stucco
Fencing: Masonry
Flood Zone Code: X
Flooring: Ceramic Tile
Foundation: Slab
Frontage Lake: 300
HOA Fee: 1345/ Quarterly
HOA Y/N: Yes
Home Warranty Y/N: No
Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional
Lot: City Limits, Landscaped, Near Golf Course, Sidewalk
Lot Dimensions: 2.42
Number of Pets: 1
Other Equipment: Irrigation Equipment
Other Structures: Tennis Court(s)
Ownership: Condominium
Parking: Assigned, Guest
Parking Notes: Assigned, Guest
Patio/Porch: Covered, Rear Porch, Screened
Pets Allowed: Dogs OK
Pets Restrictions: Buyer/Buyer's agent to verify.
Pets Size: Small (16-35 Lbs.)
Pets Weight (Max): 20
Pool: Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Lighting
Property Attached Y/N: No
Property Sub-Type: Condominium
Sewer: Public Sewer
Showing Instructions: Appointment Only, Call Listing Agent, Combination Lock Box, Lockbox, ShowingTime
Special Sale Provisions: None
Swimming Pool: Yes
Utilities: Cable Connected, Public, Sprinkler Well, Underground Utilities
Vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Oak Trees, Trees/Landscaped, Wooded
Water: Public
Water Access Y/N: No
Waterfront Features: Lake Front
Water View: Lake
Windows: Blinds
Zoning: PDR/WPE
$217,000
2beds
2.0baths
1,080sqft
Active
BEDS2 BATHS2 full SQUARE FEET1,080 MLS#TB8479707
STATUSActive PROPERTY TYPEResidential - Condominium SUBDIVISIONGARDENS AT PALM-AIRE COUNTRY CLUB II

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