For sale

Price cut: $15.9K (7/29)

$434,000

5325 GARDENS DR, SARASOTA, FL 34243

3beds

1,685sqft

$2,886/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1993

9,104 Square Feet Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$258/sqft

$70/mo HOA

What's special

Peaceful lake viewsSpacious laundry roomAbundant storagePeaceful settingFilled with natural lightOpen and airy feelThoughtfully designed floor plan

Virtually Staged. Enjoy the perfect blend of comfort, space, and a convenient Sarasota location in this beautifully maintained home with peaceful lake views. Filled with natural light, the thoughtfully designed floor plan offers inviting living and dining areas, an open and airy feel, abundant storage, Generac whole home generator that provides added peace of mind during power outages and a spacious laundry room for everyday convenience. Step outside to a tranquil backyard overlooking the lake, with plenty of room to create your own outdoor retreat. Whether you're enjoying your morning coffee or relaxing at the end of the day, this peaceful setting is sure to impress. Ideally located near parks, walking and biking trails, shopping, dining, Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport, UTC, and some of Florida's most renowned beaches, this home offers easy access to everything the area has to give. Don't miss the opportunity to make this exceptional property your next home!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Primary bedroom

Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Level: First
Area: 168 Square Feet
Dimensions: 12x14

Bedroom 2

Features: Built-in Closet
Level: First
Area: 121 Square Feet
Dimensions: 11x11

Bedroom 3

Features: Built-in Closet
Level: First
Area: 110 Square Feet
Dimensions: 10x11

Dining room

Level: First
Area: 121 Square Feet
Dimensions: 11x11

Family room

Level: First
Area: 272 Square Feet
Dimensions: 17x16

Kitchen

Level: First
Area: 117 Square Feet
Dimensions: 13x9

Living room

Level: First
Area: 286 Square Feet
Dimensions: 13x22

Heating

Heat Pump

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range
Laundry: Inside, Washer Hookup

Features

Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Doors: Sliding Doors
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 2,472
Total interior livable area: 1,685 sqft

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Garage - Attached
Attached garage spaces: 2

Features

Levels: One
Stories: 1
Exterior features: Irrigation System, Lighting, Rain Gutters

Lot

Size: 9,104 Square Feet

Details

Parcel number: 2052901952
Zoning: PDR/WPE/
Special conditions: None

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Block, Stucco
Foundation: Slab
Roof: Shingle

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1993

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

Community & HOA

Community

Pet fee: $0 monthly
Subdivision: PALM WEST

HOA

Has HOA: Yes
HOA fee: $70 monthly
HOA name: Ayers Association Management
HOA phone: 941-326-2777

Location

Region: Sarasota

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $258/sqft
Tax assessed value: $400,811
Annual tax amount: $6,251
Date on market: 7/15/2026
Cumulative days on market: 27 days
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Ownership: Fee Simple
Total actual rent: 0
Electric utility on property: Yes
Road surface type: Paved

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
7/29/2026	Price change	$434,000-3.5%$258/sqft
Source: Stellar MLS #TB8529419 Report a problem
7/15/2026	Listed for sale	$449,900-10%$267/sqft
Source: Stellar MLS #TB8529419 Report a problem
4/25/2023	Sold	$500,000$297/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
3/22/2023	Pending sale	$500,000$297/sqft
Source: Stellar MLS #C7471910 Report a problem
3/21/2023	Price change	$500,000-3.4%$297/sqft
Source: Stellar MLS #C7471910 Report a problem
3/7/2023	Price change	$517,500-0.1%$307/sqft
Source: Stellar MLS #C7471910 Report a problem
2/27/2023	Listed for sale	$517,900+72.6%$307/sqft
Source: Stellar MLS #C7471910 Report a problem
8/7/2020	Sold	$300,000+87.5%$178/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
1/30/2012	Sold	$160,000-5.8%$95/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
12/6/2011	Listed for sale	$169,900$101/sqft
Source: SarasotaSunset LLC dba Sunset Realty #A3952625 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$6,251 -0.9%	$400,811 -0.9%
2024	$6,307 +25.5%	$404,494 +37.9%
2023	$5,028 +10.5%	$293,253 +10%
2022	$4,550 +11.4%	$266,594 +10%
2021	$4,086 +96%	$242,358 +56.5%
2020	$2,085 +2.3%	$154,893 +2.3%
2019	$2,039	$151,411 +1.9%
2018	$2,039 +1.6%	$148,588 +2.1%
2017	$2,007 +8.5%	$145,532 +2.1%
2016	$1,849	$142,539 +0.7%
2015	$1,849	$141,548 +0.8%
2014	$1,849 +1.6%	$140,425 +1.5%
2013	$1,820 +181930%	$138,350 +0.9%
2012	$1	$137,141 +2.7%
2011	$1	$133,584 +1.5%
2010	--	$131,610 +2.7%
2009	$1,641 -5.9%	$128,150 +0.1%
2008	$1,744 +5.8%	$128,022 +3%
2007	$1,648 -4.2%	$124,293 +2.5%
2006	$1,721 +1.9%	$121,261 +3%
2005	$1,689 +2.4%	$117,729 +3%
2004	$1,649 +0.7%	$114,300 +1.9%
2003	$1,637 +7.2%	$112,169 +2.4%
2002	$1,527 +5.3%	$109,540 +1.6%
2001	$1,450 +1.9%	$107,815 +3%
2000	$1,424	$104,675