# 5654 GARDENS DRIVE, SARASOTA, FL 34243

> **TL;DR:** 2bd/2ba condo, $235,000 ($218/sqft), built 1985, 1,080 sqft.
> Pool, Waterfront. Est. $1,018/mo. Listed 44 days.

## Property at a Glance

| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| Price | $235,000 |
| Price/sqft | $218 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 2 full |
| Square Feet | 1,080 |
| Year Built | 1985 |
| Lot Size | 105,415 sqft (2.42 acres) |
| Property Type | Condo (Condominium) |
| Status | For Sale |
| Days on Market | 44 |

## Why This Home Stands Out

- **Pool** - Private pool
- **Waterfront** - Direct water access

## Estimated Monthly Costs

| Category | Amount |
|----------|--------|
| Mortgage (20% down, 6.5%) | $1,018 |
| **Total** | **$1,018** |

## Nearby Schools

- **Elementary:** Robert H. Prine Elementary
- **Middle:** Braden River Middle
- **High:** Braden River High

## Key Amenities

- Pool
- Waterfront

## Property Highlights

- Built in 1985
- 2.42 acre lot
- Private pool
- Waterfront

## Description

### Agent Description
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. The unit is being offered fully furnished, with existing furniture, décor, and household items included in the sale, providing a move-in-ready opportunity for the next owner. 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.

## Location

- **Address:** 5654 GARDENS DRIVE, SARASOTA, FL 34243
- **County:** Manatee
- **Neighborhood:** GARDENS AT PALM-AIRE COUNTRY CLUB II
- **Coordinates:** 27.391627, -82.489763
- **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=27.391627,-82.489763

## Listing Agent

- **Name:** John Nowicki
- **Brokerage:** CHARLES RUTENBERG REALTY INC
- **Phone:** 7277935150
- **Email:** Jnowicki02@gmail.com

## Primary Photo

![5654 GARDENS DRIVE - Primary Photo](http://lh.rdcpix.com/a69ee37553ec42e71becb6c26f2ab01al-f4153049084r.jpg)

*41 total photos available on [listing page](https://www.propertysimple.com/listing/5654-gardens-drive-sarasota-fl-34243-b8479707)*

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**MLS#:** TB8479707 | **Updated:** 2026-04-25
**Source:** listhub

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