5826 Driftwood Place, South Sarasota, FL 34231

$279,000
2
BD
2
BA
1,155
SqFt

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List Price
$279,000
Status
ACTIVE
Days on Market
1
MLS#
A4705993
Subtype
Residential
Style
One Story
Architectural Style
Other
Year Built
1973
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Full Baths
2
Living Area
1,155
Subdivision
Baywood Colony
Building Name
5826
MLS Area Major
Sarasota/Gulf Gate Branch

Property Description

Welcome to an exceptional opportunity to own a beautifully updated villa in one of Sarasota's most desirable location West of Trail in Baywood Colony. Offering an outstanding combination of location, value, and peace of mind, this may be the best-priced villa available in this sought-after area. This well-maintained residence has been thoughtfully updated with many of the big-ticket items already taken care of. The home has never flooded and features hurricane impact windows installed in 2025, a new HVAC system from 2025, and a new water heater installed in 2026. The kitchen was renovated in 2023, the electrical panel was updated in 2021, and the sewer lines were updated in 2018. The property also features a durable rubber membrane roof, plenty of storage and a quaint brick paved patio for grilling out and sunbathing! Inside, the villa offers a comfortable Florida lifestyle with an inviting layout and modernized finishes, making it easy to move right in and enjoy. With so many important improvements already completed, you can spend less time worrying about major maintenance and more time enjoying everything Sarasota has to offer. Located in Baywood Colony, this home puts you in the heart of the highly desirable West-of-Trail area, close to Phillippi Estate Park, shopping, dining, downtown Sarasota, and the world-famous beaches of Siesta Key.

Additional Information

Amenities
Maintenance, Pool, Recreation Facilities, Sauna
Interior Features
Ceiling Fans(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Solid Surface Counters, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s)
Exterior Features
Storage
Financing
Cash, Conventional
Location
In County, Level
Community Features
Clubhouse, Pool, No Deed Restriction, Maintenance Free
Property Description
One Story
Zoning
RMF2
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Heating
Electric
Air Conditioning
Central Air
Exterior Construction
Block, Stucco
Exterior Features
Storage
Stories
1
Levels
One
Roof
Membrane
Foundation
Slab
Pool
Yes
Parking
Covered, Driveway
Parking Features
Covered, Driveway
Garage
1 Car Carport
Garage Features
Covered, Driveway
Elementary School
Phillippi Shores Elementary
Middle School
Brookside Middle
High School
Riverview High
View
Trees/Woods

Listing courtesy of MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY. 941-966-8000

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