$630,000
5668 Country Lakes Drive Sarasota, FL 34243
For Sale MLS# A4673090
3 beds 4 baths 2,765 sq ft Single Family
Details for 5668 Country Lakes Drive
MLS# A4673090
Description for 5668 Country Lakes Drive, Sarasota, FL, 34243
If outdoor living tops your wish list, this private oversized lanai with pool and full outdoor kitchen is the showstopper! Set on a large lot just under 1/2 acre for genuine privacy and offering charming curb appeal with a circular drive and a wide welcoming front porch. Inside this classic Country Lakes home you'll find 3BR, 3.5BA, approx. 2,765 SF with real hardwood floors, beamed cathedral ceilings, and multiple Pella sliders that bring the outdoors in. The kitchen features granite countertops with cherry cabinets, a wall oven/microwave, cooktop, Brew-Express coffee maker, and a walk-in pantry; separate living/dining plus a step-down family room provide easy, flexible living spaces for everyday life or entertaining. The primary suite includes an 8x8 closet with custom built-ins and a spacious bath with jetted tub, glass shower, separate water closet and dual sinks. Two additional bedrooms—with one currently finished as a dedicated office with built-ins. On the lanai: a sparkling pool, pool bath, and a full outdoor kitchen with stone counters, sink, fridge, and Jenn-Air grill with side burners plus a vented hood and lighting—perfect for entertaining. Practical perks: tankless water heater, motion-sensor closet lighting, wired security, 2-car garage with cabinetry, sink, pull-down stairs and additional 220V power source; circular drive. Low annual HOA fee. The circular drive offers great curb appeal along with the beautiful front porch. Located within Palm Aire Country Club—where membership is optional (golf, tennis, pickleball). Prime location off University Parkway corridor. Minutes to Benderson Park, Lakewood Ranch, Whole Foods, Fresh Market, Trader Joe’s and University Town Center (UTC) Mall which offers some of the best shopping and dining in Sarasota and about 30 minutes to Siesta Key Beach - voted one of the best beaches in the world! Book your private tour today—secluded backyard settings like this are rare. Come see it today!
Listing Information
Property Type: Residential, Single Family Residence
Status: Active
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 4
Lot Size: 0.47 Acres
Square Feet: 2,765 sq ft
Year Built: 1985
Garage: Yes
Stories: 1 Story
Construction: Block,Stucco
Subdivision: Palm-Aire At Sarasota Unit 7 Ph 2&3
Foundation: Slab
County: Manatee
Room Information
Main Floor
Primary Bathroom: 11x14
Living Room: 14x17
Primary Bedroom: 14x20
Bathroom 1: 5x10
Bedroom 2: 13x14
Office: 12x14
Family Room: 19x20
Laundry: 8x10
Kitchen: 14x23
Dining Room: 13x17
Bathrooms
Full Baths: 3
1/2 Baths: 1
Additonal Room Information
Laundry: Laundry Closet
Interior Features
Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Tankless Water Heater, Built-In Oven
Flooring: Carpet,Tile,Wood
Doors/Windows: Window Treatments
Additional Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-In Kitchen, Walk-In Closet(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Window Treatments, High Ceilings, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Open Floorplan, Separate/Formal Living Room, Stone Counters, Main Level Primary, Kitchen/Family Room Combo
Utilities
Water: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Other Utilities: Municipal Utilities
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Heating: Central
Exterior / Lot Features
Attached Garage: Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Description: Circular Driveway
Roof: Shingle
Pool: In Ground, Pool Sweep, Screen Enclosure
Additional Exterior/Lot Features: Sprinkler/Irrigation, Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Kitchen
Community Features
Security Features: Security System
Homeowners Association: Yes
HOA Dues: $485 / Annually
Driving Directions
University Parkway to north on Whitfield Ave, right on Country Lakes Dr, home is on the right.
Financial Considerations
Terms: Cash,Conventional
Tax/Property ID: 1920502901
Tax Amount: 4253
Tax Year: 2024
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