# 5654 GARDENS DRIVE, Sarasota, FL 34243

> **TL;DR:** 2bd/2ba condo, $225,000 ($208/sqft), built 1985, 1,080 sqft.
> Pool, Waterfront. Est. $975/mo. Listed 121 days.

## Property at a Glance

| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| Price | $225,000 |
| Price/sqft | $208 |
| 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 | 121 |

## Why This Home Stands Out

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

## Estimated Monthly Costs

| Category | Amount |
|----------|--------|
| Mortgage (20% down, 6.5%) | $975 |
| **Total** | **$975** |

## 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
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

- **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)

*44 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:** 2026-06-25
**Source:** listhub

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