Exceptional Opportunity in Palm Aire Country Club! Welcome to this beautifully furnished second-floor Avista condo, offering effortless Florida living in Sarasota. Just bring your suitcase and settle into this inviting 2-bedroom, 2-bath home, complete with a versatile third bedroom/den/office and a private one-car garage. Step inside and be captivated by the soaring ceilings and the spacious, light-filled living area. The enclosed, air-conditioned lanai boasts stunning views of the 17th Fairway of the Palm Aire Cypress Course — the perfect spot to savor your morning coffee while watching the sunrise. The well-appointed kitchen features ample cabinet space, a cozy breakfast nook, and an open serving bar, making meal preparation a breeze. A stylish wet bar with a stainless-steel sink and mirrored glass shelving adds a touch of elegance, making entertaining effortless. For those working from home or needing extra space, the flexible den/office/third bedroom is currently set up with twin beds. The full-size washer and dryer are conveniently located next to the comfortable front guest bedroom. Relax and unwind at the resort-style heated pool, just steps from your door. The expansive pool deck offers plenty of room for lounging in the sun. The oversized private garage provides easy double-door access for your car or golf cart, with additional attic storage accessible via a pull-down staircase. You’ll love the convenience of being just 10 minutes from Detwiler’s Farm Market, Publix, Walmart, University Town Center, and SRQ Airport. Downtown Sarasota’s vibrant nightlife, fine dining, and cultural experiences are only 20 minutes away, while the world-renowned beaches of Siesta Key, St. Armands, and Longboat Key are just a 30-minute drive. • Avista Condominiums feature solid concrete block construction, with the roof replaced in 2017 and newly installed composite stairs and railings. • Palm Aire Country Club offers optional memberships, including golf and social options. The on-site restaurant and clubhouse are only a short golf cart ride away. Experience resort-style living at its finest — make Avista at Palm Aire your new home today!
Sold for $245,000
$245,000
5729 AVISTA DRIVE, SARASOTA, FL 34243
2beds
1,284sqft
Condominium
Built in 1985
-- sqft lot
$242,900 Zestimate®
$191/sqft
$2,974 Estimated rent
Home value
$242,900
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Open serving barCozy breakfast nookStylish wet barEasy double-door accessResort-style heated poolFull-size washer and dryerSoaring ceilings
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Listed by:
Larry Cushing 941-228-9814,
MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY 941-907-9595
Bought with:
Larry Cushing, 3284367
MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: A4646022
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Breakfast Room Separate, Den/Library/Office, Utility Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x18
Bedroom 2
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x12
Balcony porch lanai
- Level: First
- Area: 96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8x12
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15x12
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x10
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 285 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15x19
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Closet, Washer Hookup
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Eating Space In Kitchen, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Solid Surface Counters, Thermostat
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile
- Doors: Sliding Doors
- Windows: Aluminum Frames, Blinds, Shades, Window Treatments
- Has fireplace: No
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,396
- Total interior livable area: 1,284 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Deeded, Garage Door Opener, Golf Cart Parking, Ground Level, Open
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: Garage Dimensions: 10x24
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Enclosed, Patio, Rear Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Sprinkler Metered
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Golf Course
Lot
- Size: 2.16 Acres
- Features: Landscaped, On Golf Course
- Residential vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Oak Trees
Details
- Parcel number: 1920551957
- Zoning: PDR/WPE/
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Architectural style: Courtyard,Florida
- Property subtype: Condominium
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Block, Stone, Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Completed
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1985
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Fire Hydrant, Sewer Connected, Street Lights, Underground Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Clubhouse, Deed Restrictions, Golf Carts OK, Golf, Pool, Sidewalks
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
- Subdivision: AVISTA OF PALM-AIRE SEC 1 PH 2
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Community Pool, Reserve Fund, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance Repairs, Pool Maintenance, Private Road, Recreational Facilities, Trash
- HOA fee: $435 monthly
- HOA name: Lighthouse Property Management/Gary Hamill
- HOA phone: 941-460-5560
Location
- Region: Sarasota
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $191/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $191,250
- Annual tax amount: $3,240
- Date on market: 3/28/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 57 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 0
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Asphalt, Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/24/2025 | Sold | $245,000-1.2%$191/sqft |
Source:  Stellar MLS #A4646022 Report a problem | ||
| 5/27/2025 | Pending sale | $248,000$193/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4646022 Report a problem | ||
| 5/7/2025 | Price change | $248,000-2.4%$193/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4646022 Report a problem | ||
| 3/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $254,000+53.9%$198/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4646022 Report a problem | ||
| 12/9/2004 | Sold | $165,000$129/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,086 -4.7% | $191,250 -1.6% |
| 2024 | $3,240 +0.7% | $194,326 +10% |
| 2023 | $3,218 +15.3% | $176,660 +10% |
| 2022 | $2,791 +11.3% | $160,600 +10% |
| 2021 | $2,509 -0.3% | $146,000 |
| 2020 | $2,516 +0.7% | $146,000 +1.4% |
| 2019 | $2,499 | $144,000 -6.5% |
| 2018 | $2,499 -6.2% | $154,000 +11.6% |
| 2017 | $2,664 +37.1% | $138,000 +4.9% |
| 2016 | $1,943 | $131,500 +7% |
| 2015 | $1,943 | $122,950 +12% |
| 2014 | $1,943 +10.7% | $109,794 +14.4% |
| 2013 | $1,755 +175438% | $95,975 +5% |
| 2012 | $1 | $91,405 -1% |
| 2011 | $1 | $92,328 -20% |
| 2010 | -- | $115,409 -7% |
| 2009 | $1,532 -14.5% | $124,096 -5.6% |
| 2008 | $1,793 +5.8% | $131,427 +3% |
| 2007 | $1,694 -4.2% | $127,599 +2.5% |
| 2006 | $1,769 +1.9% | $124,487 +3% |
| 2005 | $1,737 -13.9% | $120,861 +10.6% |
| 2004 | $2,018 +11.1% | $109,264 +13% |
| 2003 | $1,816 +21.9% | $96,700 +17.3% |
| 2002 | $1,489 +9.3% | $82,447 +8.2% |
| 2001 | $1,362 -2% | $76,203 |
| 2000 | $1,389 | $76,203 |
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Neighborhood: 34243
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GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Kinnan Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.9 mi
- 4/10Braden River Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.7 mi
- 4/10Braden River High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Kinnan Elementary
- Middle: Braden River Middle
- High: Braden River High
Source: Stellar MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Florida
- Manatee County
- Sarasota
- 34243
- 5729 AVISTA DRIVE
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