5654 GARDENS DRIVE, Sarasota, FL 34243

• 2 beds |
• 2 baths |
• 1,080 sqft

Property 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.

Listing Status:

Active

Date Added:

February 25, 2026

Data Last Updated:

July 28, 2026 at 7:22AM

Listing Office:

CHARLES RUTENBERG REALTY INC : 727-538-9200

Listing Agent:

John Nowicki : 727-793-5150

MLS ID:

TB8479707

Interior

• General: Ceiling Fans(s)High CeilingsLiving Room/Dining Room ComboSolid Surface CountersSolid Wood CabinetsSplit BedroomStone CountersThermostatWalk-In Closet(s)Window Treatments
• Rooms: Storage Rooms
• Appliances: DishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRangeRefrigeratorWasher
• Laundry: Electric Dryer HookupLaundry ClosetWasher Hookup
• Flooring: Ceramic Tile
• A/C: Central Air
• Heating: CentralHeat Pump
• Eco/Green Feature: LightingThermostat

Exterior

• General: LightingOutdoor GrillPrivate MailboxSidewalkTennis Court(s)
• Other Structures: Tennis Court(s)Rear PorchScreenedCovered
• Pool: GuniteHeatedIn GroundLighting
• Parking: AssignedGuest

Construction

• Roofing: ConcreteTile
• Windows: Blinds
• General: BlockConcreteStuccoOneSlab

Location

• Road/Access: Asphalt
• HOA Amenities: Cable TVClubhouseFitness CenterPoolSaunaShuffleboard CourtTennis Court(s)Cable TVPoolEscrow Reserves FundFidelity BondInsuranceMaintenance StructureMaintenance GroundsManagementPest ControlSewerTrashWater1345.0Quarterly
• Originating MLS: Stellar MLS
• County: Manatee

Lot

• Zoning: PDR/WPEUNIT 203 BLDG 20 GARDENS AT PALM-AIRE COUNTRY CLUB SEC II CONDO PI#20517.4770/32051747703
• View: Water
• Fencing: Masonry

Utilities

• Utilities: Cable ConnectedPublicSprinkler WellUnderground Utilities
• Water: Public
• Sewer: Public Sewer

Financial

• Source: Stellar MLS
• Ownership: Condominium