$270,000
SOLD MAR 13, 2025
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,531 Sq Ft
$400/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$176 Per Sq Ft

17% Below List Price

67 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • Gated Community
  • Clubhouse
  • Senior Community
  • Open Floorplan
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of March 2025

Welcome to 5604 Garden Lakes Drive! This charming villa is nestled in the 55 and older, gated community of Garden Lakes, tucked away in a park-like setting surrounded by lush, mature landscaping and majestic oak trees. This maintenance-free home offers ultimate convenience and comfort, with a low HOA fee that covers landscaping, irrigation, basic cable, internet, and exterior maintenance (excluding the roof). Say goodbye to worries, as everything is taken care of for you! Enjoy an active, social lifestyle with access to a large, heated community pool, spacious sun deck, pickleball courts, tennis courts, shuffleboard, and scenic walking trails. The clubhouse features a dance floor, meeting rooms and hosts a variety of fun and engaging activities. Best of all, there are no CDD fees here—just pure enjoyment and relaxation.
Inside, this villa offers a bright and airy open floor plan, designed with both comfort and privacy in mind. The split-bedroom layout places the bedrooms on opposing sides of the home for maximum tranquility. A pocket door leads to a private guest suite with its own entrance to the lanai where they can relax and take in the beautiful views from the lanai. The owner's suite also enjoys direct access to the lanai, creating a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living. Don't miss this opportunity to make this home your own and experience the best of maintenance-free living in a vibrant and welcoming community!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lyn Breedlove

EXP REALTY LLC Brokerage Phone: 888-883-8509 License #3286173 Listed on: 12/12/2024

EXP REALTY LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Michelle Ward

COMPASS FLORIDA LLC License #3272126

COMPASS FLORIDA LLC

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,812

Year Built

  • Built in 1984

Lot Details

  • Northeast Facing Home
  • Garden

HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Villa
  • Slab Foundation
  • Tile Roof
  • Block Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 1,531 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • High Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Window Treatments
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Walk-Up Access
  • Security Gate

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Range
  • Microwave

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Split Bedroom Floorplan
  • Closet Cabinetry
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Garage
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Reclaimed Water Irrigation System

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Thermostat
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

Community Details

Overview

  • Senior Community
  • Association fees include cable TV, common area taxes, pool, internet, maintenance structure, ground maintenance, management, pest control, private road, recreational facilities
  • Sentry Management Association, Phone Number (941) 361-1222
  • Visit Association Website
  • Garden Lakes Community Association
  • Garden Lakes Villas Community
  • Garden Lakes Villas Sec 1 Subdivision

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Pickleball Courts
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool

Pet Policy

  • Pets up to 40 lbs
  • 1 Pet Allowed

Additional Features

  • Clubhouse
  • Gated Community

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,812

Year Built

Built in 1984

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$400 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • HOA Fee Includes: Cable TV, Common Area Taxes, Pool, Internet, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Management, Pest Control, Private Road, Recreational Facilities
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Villa
  • Construction Materials: Block
  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 1531
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.11
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1984
  • Building Area Total: 2176
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4600
  • Directions to Property: From I-75 take Exit 217 SR-70 to 37th St E turn left, turn right onto 36th Blvd E, at the traffic circle, take the 2nd exit onto Garden Lakes Dr, property is on the right.
  • Status: Sold
  • Ownership: Condominium
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Available for Lease YN: 1
  • Escrow City: Sarasota
  • Escrow Postal Code: 34231
  • Escrow State: FL
  • Escrow Street Name: C
  • Escrow Street Number: 7037 S Tamiami Trail
  • List Office Head Office Key Nume: 1041803
  • Minimum Lease: 4 Months
  • Number Of Pets: 1
  • RATIO Current Price By Calculate: 176.36
  • Total Acreage: 0 to less than 1/4
  • Unit Number YN: 0
  • Water Access YN: 0
  • Property Description: Walk-Up
  • MFR_BedroomClosetType: Built-in Closet
  • MFR_InLawSuiteYN: 0
  • Attribution Contact: 888-883-8509
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fans(s), Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Split Bedroom, Thermostat, Window Treatments
  • Appliances Included: Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Levels: One
  • Street Number Modifier: 5604
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Living Area Meters: 142.23
  • Room Count: 9

Exterior Features

  • Direction Faces: Northeast
  • Exterior Features: Garden, Irrigation System
  • Roof: Tile
  • Pool Private: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
  • Disclosures: HOA/PUD/Condo Disclosure, Seller Property Disclosure
  • Water Extras YN: 0
  • Water View YN: 0
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 0
  • Flood Zone Date: 2021-08-10
  • Flood Zone Panel: 12081C0309F

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Yn: Yes

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Sprinkler Recycled, Water Connected
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Central
  • Laundry Features: In Garage
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Gated Community - No Guard, Irrigation-Reclaimed Water, Pool, Tennis Courts
  • Association Amenities: Pickleball Court(s)
  • Association Fee: 800
  • Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
  • Association Name: Sentry Management
  • Phone: 941-361-1222
  • Association: Yes
  • Security: Security Gate
  • Senior Community: Yes
  • Association #2 Fee: 400
  • Association #2 Fee Frequency: Quarterly
  • Association: Garden Lakes Community Association
  • Association 2 YN: 1
  • Association Approval Required YN: 1
  • Pet Restrictions: Buyer to confirm with HOA Management
  • Association Fee Requirement: Required
  • Condo Fees: 0
  • Max Pet Weight: 40
  • Association Email: laugustus@sentrymgt.com
  • Pet Size: Medium (36-60 Lbs.)
  • Association URL: https://www.gardenlakescommunity.com/

Fee Information

  • Total Annual Fees: 4800.00
  • Total Monthly Fees: 400.00
  • Monthly HOA Amount: 266.67

Lot Info

  • Zoning: PDR
  • Parcel Number: 1767250606
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Flood Zone Code: X
  • Homestead YN: 1
  • Lot Size Square Meters: 427

Green Features

  • Green Verification Count: 0

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Lease Restrictions YN: 1
  • Additional Lease Restrictions: See rules and restrictions

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1812
  • Tax Book Number: 1064-1187
  • Tax Lot: 12

Multi Family

  • Approval Process: Buyer application and interview required. Please see attached documents for both the application and interview process.

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 12, 2024
Closed on
Mar 11, 2025
Sold by
Ricketts Allen L and Allen Ricketts Trust
Bought by
Grobleski Cheryl
Seller's Agent
Lyn Breedlove
EXP REALTY LLC
Buyer's Agent
Michelle Ward
COMPASS FLORIDA LLC
List Price
$325,000
Sold Price
$270,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$55,000
-16.92%
Views
39
Current Estimated Value
$271,192

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,192
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.55%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 2, 2018
Sold by
Ricketts Allen L
Bought by
Ricketts Allen L

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 26, 2012
Closed on
Mar 8, 2013
Sold by
Leistner Barry R
Bought by
Ricketts Allen L and Ricketts Mamie W
Seller's Agent
Judy Browning
LIMBO COMPANY SARASOTA ASSOC
Buyer's Agent
Tammy Barton
EXP REALTY LLC
List Price
$145,000
Sold Price
$135,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-6.9%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.95%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $270,000 Gulf Breeze Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Attorney
Warranty Deed $135,000 Cornerstone Title & Settleme
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/13/2025 03/13/25 Sold $270,000 -9.4% $176 / Sq Ft
02/17/2025 02/17/25 Pending -- -- --
01/12/2025 01/12/25 Price Changed $298,000 -8.3% $195 / Sq Ft
12/12/2024 12/12/24 For Sale $325,000 +140.7% $212 / Sq Ft
03/08/2013 03/08/13 Sold $135,000 -6.9% $88 / Sq Ft
02/21/2013 02/21/13 Pending -- -- --
10/26/2012 10/26/12 For Sale $145,000 -- $95 / Sq Ft
Source: Stellar MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

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
2025 $1,859 $159,543 -- --
2024 $1,859 $155,047 -- --
2023 $1,812 $150,531 $0 $0
2022 $1,813 $146,147 $0 $0
2021 $1,722 $141,890 $0 $0
2020 $1,765 $139,931 $0 $0
2019 $1,725 $136,785 $0 $0
2018 $1,698 $134,235 $0 $0
2017 $1,569 $131,474 $0 $0
2016 $1,555 $128,770 $0 $0
2015 $1,569 $127,875 $0 $0
2014 $1,569 $126,860 $0 $0
2013 $1,850 $105,614 $1 $105,613
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Stellar MLS

MLS Number: A4632082

Stellar MLS

APN: 17672-5060-6