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5654 Gardens Dr, Sarasota, FL, 34243

$201/sqft·Gardens At Palm-aire Country Club II

2 bd2 ba1,080 sqftCondominium
Listed by CHARLES RUTENBERG REALTY INC· Last updated · MLS# TB8479707

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Est. monthly payment
$1,949/mo
Down payment (20%)
$43,400
Property taxes
$260/mo
HOA
$1,345/qtr
Rate assumed
6.8% · 30 yr
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At a glance

Condo
Built 1985
Waterfront
Lake Front
Private pool
Heated
Assigned parking
1,080 sqft
Living area

About this home

Ceiling Fans(s)High CeilingsLiving Room/Dining Room ComboSolid Surface CountersSolid Wood CabinetsSplit BedroomStone CountersThermostat

5654 Gardens Dr is a 1985-built home in Gardens At Palm-aire Country Club II, Sarasota. Inside you'll find 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,080 square feet of living space. Listed at $217,000 (about $201/sqft), 197 days on market. Flood zone X - outside the FEMA high-risk areas, which keeps insurance manageable. HOA runs $1,345 quarterly.

From the listing

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.

The essentials

Built
1985
Price / sqft
$201
On market
201 days
Annual tax
$3,119
HOA
$1,345/qtr
Flood zone
X · Low risk
Lot
105,425 sqft
Type
Condominium

Location

5654 Gardens Dr
Sarasota, FL, 34243·34243 - Sarasota
Type
Condominium
Year Built
1985
Lot
105,425 sqft
Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Central, Heat Pump
Parking
Assigned, Guest
Pool
Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Lighting
Waterfront
Lake Front
Days on Market
201
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)
Buyer Approval Required
Clubhouse
Community Mailbox
Fitness Center
Irrigation-reclaimed Water
Pool
Sidewalks
Street Lights
Dishwasher
Disposal
Dryer
Microwave
Range
Refrigerator
Washer

Elementary

Robert H. Prine Elementary

Middle

Braden River Middle

High

Braden River High

Districts can re-zone, so verify directly with the district before relying on these.

Flood Zone X

Annual Tax (2024)

$3,119

Parcel #

2051747703

Taxes reflect the most recent assessment in the MLS feed. Actual tax owed can vary, so confirm with the county property appraiser before closing.

Subdivision

Gardens At Palm-aire Country Club II

County

Manatee

MLS Area

34243 - Sarasota

Lot Size

105,425 sqft

City LimitsLandscapedNear Golf CourseSidewalk
HOA
$1,345/qtr
Civix Property Management
Date
Event
Price
9/9/2026
Price change
Source: Stellar MLS #TB8479707
$217,000+0.9%
$201/sqft
Price change
Source: Stellar MLS #TB8479707
$215,000-8.5%
$199/sqft
2/25/2026
Listed for sale
Source: Stellar MLS #TB8479707
$235,000
$218/sqft
Est. monthly payment$1,948/mo
Principal & interest$1,132
Property taxes$260
Insurance$109
HOA$448
Down payment20% · $43,400
Interest rate6.80%
Loan term

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List price: $217,000
$212,500 – $217,000
97.4% – 100% of listTops out right at the list price
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24 of the last 47 condo closings in 34243 landed at this number or higher (51%). The median one sat 66 days before it went under contract, and this one is on day 201 after a $18,000 cut.

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