Residential Property - Villa in Sarasota
SOLD for $171,000 on April 14, 2026
Listing Price: $179,900Sold Price: $171,000Sold Price/List Price: 95%
Sold Price/Original List Price: 90.05%
Description of Property
Nestled in the peaceful Sarasota villa community of Village Gardens, this charming 2-bedroom, 2-bath home offers a relaxed, maintenance-free lifestyle. The open, airy floor plan features vaulted ceilings and abundant windows that fill the home with natural light. Enjoy morning coffee or unwind in the evening on the covered enclosed lanai, a tranquil retreat surrounded by lush tropical landscaping and mature trees. Village Gardens offers an impressive array of resort-style amenities, including a clubhouse with library and game tables, a heated pool, pickleball and tennis courts, shuffleboard, and a shaded picnic area. A private storage shed provides space for bicycles or extras. High impact windows, doors and A/C 2021. The HOA covers exterior maintenance including roof, landscaping, and community amenities, offering true peace of mind. This inviting villa blends comfort, convenience, and a timeless 'Old Florida' feel, an exceptional opportunity to enjoy the Sarasota lifestyle. Ideally located just 3.5 miles from downtown Sarasota and minutes from Siesta Key, Lido Key, St. Armands Circle. and the Sarasota/Bradenton Airport, this home offers the best of both convenience and coastal living. You'll also be close to shopping options ranging from local boutiques to big-box retailers and the UTC Mall, plus Sarasota's renowned cultural attractions such as Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, the Ringling Museum and Van Wezel Performing Arts Center.
Property Details At A Glance
Property Type: Residential
Property Use or Sub Type: Villa
City: Sarasota
County: Sarasota
Subdivision: Village Gardens
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 2
Sq. Ft. Gross: 1,562
Sq. Ft. Living Area: 966
Cost per (heated) sqare foot: $186
Year built: 1981
Annual Tax: $2,628
HOA Fee: $530 Monthly
Taxes and fees can change periodically, and other fees may apply. Please check with your Suncoasteam agent for more details.
- Community Pool
- Insurance
- Maintenance Structure
- Maintenance Grounds
- Maintenance Repairs
- Pest Control
- Pool Maintenance
- Recreational Facilities
Interior Features:
- Cathedral Ceiling(s)
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Thermostat
- Walk-In Closet(s)
Appliances:
- Dishwasher
- Dryer
- Gas Water Heater
- Range
- Range Hood
- Refrigerator
- Washer
Additional Rooms: Florida Room, Storage Rooms
Flooring: Carpet, Tile
Laundry Features:
- Electric Dryer Hookup
- Laundry Closet
- Washer Hookup
Schools
Elementary School: Emma E. Booker Elementary
Middle/Junior High School: Booker Middle
High School: Booker High
Pool & Waterfront Info
Private Pool: Not specified
Exterior & Construction
Architectural Style: Florida
Construction: Concrete, Stucco
Foundation: Slab
Roof: Shingle
Exterior Features: Sliding Doors, Storage
Carport: Yes
Carport Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Covered
Floors Total: 1
Floors in Unit: One
Cooling: Central Air
Heating & Fuel: Electric
Patio & Porch Features: Enclosed
View: Trees/Woods
Utilities:
- BB/HS Internet Available
- Cable Connected
- Electricity Connected
- Natural Gas Connected
- Public
- Sewer Connected
- Sprinkler Recycled
- Street Lights
- Underground Utilities
- Water Connected
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Community Features:
- Clubhouse
- Pool
- Tennis Court(s)
Association Amenities:
- Clubhouse
- Maintenance
- Pickleball Court(s)
- Pool
- Shuffleboard Court
- Tennis Court(s)
- Vehicle Restrictions
Lot Information
Lot Features:
- Cul-De-Sac
- Landscaped
- Level
- Street Dead-End
Road Frontage: Street Dead-End, Street Paved
Front Exposure: North
Legal Description & Other Information
Financing Available: Cash, Conventional
Parcel Number: 0025121052
Zoning: RMF1
Pets Allowed/Pet Policies: Yes
Tax Legal Desc.: UNIT 52 VILLAGE GARDENS
Section: 6
Range: 18E
Listing courtesy of MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY. The information relating to real estate for sale on this website comes in part from the My Florida Regional MLS DBA Stellar MLS. This information is provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use. It may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. The data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS.