5325 GARDENS DR, SARASOTA, FL, 34243
Active10 days on marketListed Jul 15, 2026MLS #TB8529419
About this home
5325 GARDENS DR
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!
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,685
Sqft
0.21 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
1993
Year built
One
Levels
$267
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record and the real association fee — not generic estimates.
$3,598 /mo · 3.5% down FHA, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
FHA is the default here because it gets you in the door with just 3.5% down. Switch to Conventional or VA below.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$3,598/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. Your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
Value check
Is the price right?
The internet’s favorite home-value number comes from a single automated model that has never seen the street, the finishes, or the view — which is why it routinely misses by tens of thousands of dollars. The edgeAI estimate combines multiple independent data sources with our team’s on-the-ground expertise in this exact market.
vs edgeAI estimate
+16%
$/sqft vs Sarasota actives
$267 vs $330
Days on market
10 vs 58 typical
Where $267/sqft sits among the 400 Sarasota actives
The edgeAI estimate is a starting point, not an appraisal or a broker price opinion. It is generated from public records, listing data and market modeling, and is subject to change once a licensed real estate professional personally inspects the property. Condition, floor, view and lot are not fully captured by any model — ask us for a full comparative market analysis.
Where it sits
Inside Palm West
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Palm West — neighborhood snapshot
Population
1,030
Median age
50
Median income
$72,054
Median home value
$389,300
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
82%
For the school run
Manatee County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Sarasota market
$470K → $470K
Sarasota median sold, yr/yr
95.1%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
158 of 400
Sarasota actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Sarasota, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 38% above the SARASOTA 34243 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 5325 GARDENS DR
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Jan ’26$775,000
8416 PALM LAKES COURT · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,341 sqft · $331/sqft · 138 DOM
Sold · Mar ’26$698,000
5309 GARDENS DRIVE · same community
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,358 sqft · $296/sqft · 32 DOM
Sold · Jun ’26$415,000
3454 YONGE AVENUE UNIT 79
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,687 sqft · $246/sqft · 14 DOM
Closed-sale data from the MLS, last 12 months, selected for similarity in size and location. No two homes are identical — ask us for a full comparative analysis.
Your home team
The pros in your corner
Buying a home is two conversations — the home and the money. Here’s who handles each, side by side, already working together.
Your agent
Steeve Cadeau
REALTOR® · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 5325 GARDENS DR — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 5325 GARDENS DR — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
5325 GARDENS DR FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 5325 GARDENS DR?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $3,598/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $70/mo association fee and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
How much are the HOA fees at 5325 GARDENS DR?+
The association fee works out to $70 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 5325 GARDENS DR?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $6,251. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
Are pets allowed at 5325 GARDENS DR?+
The listing reports pets: Yes. Communities often layer on breed or weight rules — we'll verify the specifics with the association before you commit.
How does the price compare to other homes in Sarasota?+
At $449,900, this home is listed about 21% below the Sarasota median of $570,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 5325 GARDENS DR?+
Marjorie G. Kinnan Elementary School (elementary), Braden River High School (high), Braden River Middle School (middle) — Manatee County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
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Listing courtesy of ORCHARD BROKERAGE, LLC · Selina Woodbury. MLS #TB8529419.
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