$279,000

5826 DRIFTWOOD PLACE, Sarasota, FL 34231

2 beds |
2 baths |
1,155 sqft

Single-Family Home
Built in 1973
—— sqft lot
—— car garage
$242/sqft
Listed 18 days ago

Property Description

Welcome to an exceptional opportunity to own a beautifully updated villa in one of Sarasota's most desirable location West of Trail in Baywood Colony. Offering an outstanding combination of location, value, and peace of mind, this may be the best-priced villa available in this sought-after area. This well-maintained residence has been thoughtfully updated with many of the big-ticket items already taken care of. The home has never flooded and features hurricane impact windows installed in 2025, a new HVAC system from 2025, and a new water heater installed in 2026. The kitchen was renovated in 2023, the electrical panel was updated in 2021, and the sewer lines were updated in 2018. The property also features a durable rubber membrane roof, plenty of storage and a quaint brick paved patio for grilling out and sunbathing! Inside, the villa offers a comfortable Florida lifestyle with an inviting layout and modernized finishes, making it easy to move right in and enjoy. With so many important improvements already completed, you can spend less time worrying about major maintenance and more time enjoying everything Sarasota has to offer. Located in Baywood Colony, this home puts you in the heart of the highly desirable West-of-Trail area, close to Phillippi Estate Park, shopping, dining, downtown Sarasota, and the world-famous beaches of Siesta Key.

Listing Status:: Active
Date Added:: September 14, 2026
Data Last Updated:: September 28, 2026 at 4:22PM
Listing Office:: MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY : 941-966-8000
Listing Agent:: Adrian Mociran : 941-302-8603
Contact:: 941-966-8000
MLS ID:: A4705993

General: Ceiling Fans(s)Eat-in KitchenSolid Surface CountersThermostatWalk-In Closet(s)
Appliances: DishwasherDryerRangeRefrigeratorWasher
Laundry: Electric Dryer HookupLaundry RoomWasher Hookup
Flooring: Ceramic TileLaminate
A/C: Central Air
Heating: Electric
Eco/Green Feature: Windows

General: Storage
Style: Other
Other Structures: EnclosedPatio
Parking: CoveredDriveway

Roofing: Membrane
Windows: ENERGY STAR Qualified WindowsInsulated Windows
General: BlockStuccoOneSlab

Road/Access: Asphalt
HOA Amenities: MaintenancePoolRecreation FacilitiesSaunaCommon Area TaxesPoolEscrow Reserves FundMaintenance StructureMaintenance GroundsRecreational FacilitiesSewerTrashWater
Originating MLS: Stellar MLS
County: Sarasota

Zoning: RMF2UNIT 34 BAYWOOD COLONY VILLAS SEC 20105021034
View: Trees/Woods

Utilities: Cable AvailablePublicSewer ConnectedWater Connected
Water: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Source: Stellar MLS
Ownership: Condominium

This listing courtesy of Adrian Mociran , MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY

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