5438 Cartagena Drive Sarasota, FL 34233
For Sale MLS# A4666008
3 beds 2 baths 1,842 sq ft Single Family
Details for 5438 Cartagena Drive
MLS# A4666008
Description for 5438 Cartagena Drive, Sarasota, FL, 34233
Tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac in a newer gated community in the Palmer Ranch area, this tranquil and well-appointed home offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, plus a den, the open split-bedroom floorplan is designed for both everyday living and entertaining. The spacious kitchen boasts upgraded 42" cabinetry, granite countertops, and a breakfast bar that seamlessly connects to the living and dining areas, while the den offers a private retreat tucked off to the side. Tile flooring flows through the main living spaces, with low-maintenance laminate in the bedrooms. Step outside to your private patio overlooking a serene pond, where you can relax and enjoy the abundance of birds and wildlife from your fully fenced backyard haven. This home is equipped with numerous upgrades, including a high-efficiency 15 SEER HVAC system, programmable thermostat, radiant roof barrier sheathing, and energy-saving double-pane low-E windows and sliding glass door and hurricane shutters for peace of mind. If it is a pool you desire, there is room for one here (sketch attached). This upscale community of 49 homes showcases timeless curb appeal, with each home featuring brick paver driveways and entry walks, elegant stone exterior accents, and durable barrel tile cement roofs. The low HOA fee includes gated entry, grounds maintenance, lawn irrigation, and access to the community playground. Ideally located near I-75, this community is just minutes from world-famous Siesta Key, vibrant downtown Sarasota, and an array of shops, dining, parks, and trails, some just a couple blocks away. Top-rated schools are also nearby, making this home an exceptional choice. Up to 1% of the loan amount for rate buy down or lender credits are being offered specifically for this home
Listing Information
Property Type: Residential, Single Family Residence
Status: Active
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Lot Size: 0.15 Acres
Square Feet: 1,842 sq ft
Year Built: 2013
Garage: Yes
Stories: 1 Story
Construction: Block
Construction Display: New Construction
Subdivision: Ashton Pointe
Builder: DR Horton
Foundation: Slab
County: Sarasota
Construction Status: New Construction
School Information
Elementary: Ashton Elementary
Middle: Sarasota Middle
High: Riverview High
Room Information
Main Floor
Porch: 16x18
Den: 10x11
Bedroom 3: 10x12
Bedroom 2: 11x12
Primary Bedroom: 14x15
Kitchen: 12x14
Dining Room: 12x12
Living Room: 16x22
Bathrooms
Full Baths: 2
Additonal Room Information
Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
Interior Features
Appliances: Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave
Flooring: Laminate,Tile
Doors/Windows: Window Treatments, Shutters
Additional Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings, Split Bedrooms, Window Treatments, Main Level Primary, Open Floorplan, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Stone Counters
Utilities
Water: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Other Utilities: Cable Connected,Electricity Connected,Municipal Utilities,Underground Utilities
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Heating: Central
Exterior / Lot Features
Attached Garage: Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Description: driveway
Roof: Tile
Lot View: Pond,Water
Fencing: fenced
Additional Exterior/Lot Features: Storm/Security Shutters, Rain Gutters, Rear Porch, Front Porch, Screened, Covered, Patio, Flat, Level, Landscaped, Cul-de-Sac, Near Public Transit, Near Golf Course
Community Features
Community Features: Gated, Playground, Sidewalks
Security Features: Gated Community, Smoke Detector(s)
Association Amenities: Gated
HOA Dues Include: Maintenance Grounds, Association Management
Homeowners Association: Yes
HOA Dues: $287 / Monthly
Driving Directions
Clark Rd to North on Fielding, through gate, left on Cartagena, home on right
Financial Considerations
Terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Tax/Property ID: 0094050062
Tax Amount: 2997
Tax Year: 2024
A broker reciprocity listing courtesy: RE/MAX PALM
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