$180,000

4983 Village Gardens Dr Unit 45 Sarasota, FL 34234

Bayou Oaks Neighborhood

Estimated payment $1,656/month

Total Views 526
2 Beds
2 Baths
966 Sq Ft
$186 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • 11.1 Acre Lot
  • Clubhouse
  • Mature Landscaping
  • Booker High School Rated A-
  • Florida Architecture
  • Community Pool

About This Home

Welcome to Sarasota's Hidden Gem: Village Gardens—a lush, tree-lined community celebrated for its tropical landscaping, mature trees, and relaxed Sarasota lifestyle. This maintenance-free, 2-bedroom, 2-bath villa blends thoughtful updates with classic comfort in a serene, nature-inspired setting. Inside, you’ll find tile flooring throughout the main living areas and new laminate flooring in both bedrooms, blending durability with warmth. The kitchen and bathrooms have been beautifully updated, offering tasteful finishes and functionality. A pass-through window connects the kitchen to the dining area, maintaining flow while preserving the home’s defined layout. Both the living room and primary bedroom open onto a screened lanai, perfect for morning coffee or evening relaxation surrounded by lush greenery. The primary suite features ample closet space and an en suite bath, while the guest bedroom offers a walk-in closet and easy access to the updated guest bath—ideal for visitors or a home office. Recent updates include new hurricane-impact windows throughout (July 2025), A/C (2022), dishwasher (2025), and garbage disposal (2025). The villa is partially furnished and includes an attached exterior storage shed for your convenience—ideal for bikes, beach gear, or gardening supplies. Village Gardens residents enjoy resort-style amenities, including a heated pool, pickleball, tennis, and shuffleboard courts, a clubhouse with a kitchen and billiards, and a covered Ramada with grills. With the roof, exterior, and grounds maintained by the HOA, you can enjoy a low-maintenance lifestyle in a beautifully maintained community. Conveniently located near Downtown Sarasota, SRQ Airport, St. Armands Circle, Lido Beach, and UTC Mall, this villa offers comfort, community, and convenience—all in one. Schedule your private showing today and discover the charm of Village Gardens living!

Listing Agent

Elsa Kauffman

CONCESSION REAL ESTATE COMP. Brokerage Phone: 941-388-0501 License #3298407 Listed on: 11/09/2025

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,526

Year Built

  • Built in 1981

Lot Details

  • Southeast Facing Home
  • Mature Landscaping

HOA Fees

  • $580 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Florida Architecture
  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Slab Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Block Exterior
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 966 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Partially Furnished
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Blinds
  • Sliding Doors
  • Combination Dining and Living Room

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry closet
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Carport Spaces
  • Parking Pad

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Reclaimed Water Irrigation System

Outdoor Features

  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Outdoor Storage
  • Rain Gutters

Schools

  • Emma E. Booker Elementary School
  • Booker Middle School
  • Booker High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Thermostat
  • Underground Utilities
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • High Speed Internet

Listing and Financial Details

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include pool, maintenance structure, ground maintenance, maintenance, management, pest control, private road, sewer
  • Vivian Kenyon Association, Phone Number (941) 548-6098
  • Village Gardens Apt Community
  • Village Gardens Ph 1 Subdivision
  • The community has rules related to no truck, recreational vehicles, or motorcycle parking

Amenities

  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Pool

Pet Policy

  • Pets up to 40 lbs
  • Pet Size Limit
  • 2 Pets Allowed
  • Dogs and Cats Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,526

Year Built

Built in 1981

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$580 per month

Listing Details

  • HOA Fee Includes: Pool, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance, Management, Pest Control, Private Road, Sewer
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Architectural Style: Florida
  • Construction Materials: Block, Stucco
  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 966
  • Lot Size Acres: 11.1
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1981
  • Building Area Total: 1393
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 483613
  • Status: Active
  • Ownership: Condominium
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Escrow City: Lakewood Ranch
  • Escrow State: FL
  • Escrow Street Name: Enterprise Circle, Suite 200
  • Floor Number: 1
  • Minimum Lease: 2 Months
  • Number Of Pets: 2
  • RATIO Current Price By Calculate: 186.34
  • Water Access YN: 0
  • Condo Fees Term: Monthly
  • MFR_InLawSuiteYN: 0
  • MFR_DockYN: 0
  • Attribution Contact: 941-388-0501
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Flooring: Laminate, Tile
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fans(s), Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Thermostat
  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Levels: One
  • Spa Yn: No
  • Stories: 1
  • Window Features: Blinds
  • Living Area Meters: 89.74

Exterior Features

  • Direction Faces: Southeast
  • Exterior Features: Lighting, Rain Gutters, Sliding Doors, Storage
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Pool Private: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Patio and Porch Features: Covered, Enclosed, Rear Porch
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
  • Water View YN: 0
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 0
  • Flood Zone Panel: 12115C0043G

Garage/Parking

  • Carport Spaces: 2
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Parking Features: Covered, Parking Pad

Utilities

  • Utilities: BB/HS Internet Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Sprinkler Recycled, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Laundry Features: Inside, Laundry Closet
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Buyer Approval Required, Clubhouse, No Truck/RV/Motorcycle Parking, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Street Lights
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: Vivian Kenyon
  • Phone: 941-548-6098
  • Association: Yes
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association 2 YN: 0
  • Association Approval Required YN: 1
  • Pet Restrictions: Management must approve all pets and max weight is strictly enforced.
  • Association Fee Requirement: Required
  • Condo Fees: 580
  • Condo Land Included YN: 0
  • Max Pet Weight: 40
  • Association Email: sarasotavillagegardens@gmail.com
  • Monthly Condo Fee Amount: 580
  • Pet Size: Medium (36-60 Lbs.)

Fee Information

  • Total Annual Fees: 6960.00
  • Total Monthly Fees: 580.00

Schools

  • Elementary School: Emma E. Booker Elementary
  • High School: Booker High
  • Middle Or Junior School: Booker Middle

Lot Info

  • Zoning: RMF1
  • Parcel Number: 0025121045
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Property Attached Yn: Yes
  • Flood Zone Code: X

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Partially
  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit, Size Limit, Yes
  • Lease Restrictions YN: 1
  • Additional Lease Restrictions: For additional information, contact HOA.

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1526
  • Tax Book Number: 1302-1441
  • Tax Lot: 45

Multi Family

  • Approval Process: There is an approval process for potential buyers and renters. Tenants must be approved by the Board and pass a financial and criminal background check. Application fees apply.

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $1,455 $127,422 -- --
2023 $1,455 $123,711 $0 $0
2022 $1,425 $120,108 $0 $0
2021 $1,358 $116,610 $0 $0
2020 $1,365 $115,000 $0 $115,000
2019 $1,935 $112,100 $0 $112,100
2018 $1,520 $90,700 $0 $90,700
2017 $1,418 $74,415 $0 $0
2016 $1,289 $72,300 $0 $72,300
2015 $1,177 $61,500 $0 $61,500
2014 $507 $45,663 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
11/09/2025 11/09/25 For Sale $180,000 +38.5% $186 / Sq Ft
04/17/2019 04/17/19 Sold $130,000 -8.8% $135 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/09/2019 03/09/19 Pending -- -- --
03/04/2019 03/04/19 Price Changed $142,500 -1.7% $148 / Sq Ft
02/01/2019 02/01/19 For Sale $145,000 +69.1% $150 / Sq Ft
12/07/2018 12/07/18 Sold $85,749 0.0% $89 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
11/09/2018 11/09/18 Pending -- -- --
11/02/2018 11/02/18 Off Market $85,749 -- --
10/31/2018 10/31/18 Price Changed $99,000 -8.8% $102 / Sq Ft
10/29/2018 10/29/18 Price Changed $108,500 -4.7% $112 / Sq Ft
10/09/2018 10/09/18 Price Changed $113,900 -5.0% $118 / Sq Ft
09/13/2018 09/13/18 For Sale $119,900 -- $124 / Sq Ft
Source: Stellar MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $130,000 Horizon Title
Special Warranty Deed $85,749 Title 365 Co
Trustee Deed $65,001 None Available
Trustee Deed $5,901 None Available
Warranty Deed $53,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $130,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $30,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Source: Stellar MLS

MLS Number: A4669034

Stellar MLS

APN: 0025-12-1045