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Property Description
Opportunity awaits in the highly desirable Country Lakes neighborhood of Palm Aire. This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom pool home is situated on a large, tropically landscaped lot and features a highly functional split-bedroom floor plan. With great bones and classic architectural features, this residence is clean, comfortable, and ready for a buyer looking to infuse their own personal style and updates over time. The exterior offers excellent curb appeal with a circular driveway and a distinct wrought iron entryway. Inside, the foyer opens to a formal living and dining area highlighted by vaulted ceilings with exposed wood beams. Fully retractable triple sliding doors bridge the indoor and outdoor spaces, filling the home with natural light. The open-concept eat-in kitchen and family room serve as the central hub of the home, featuring a brick feature wall with built-in shelving and a convenient pass-through bar window to the lanai. The primary suite offers a private retreat with a double-retractable slider to the pool, a spacious walk-in closet, and an ensuite bath with a tub and separate shower. Two additional guest bedrooms feature large closets and share a hallway bath. This guest bathroom includes a walk-in shower and direct access to the lanai, serving as a highly convenient pool bath. Outdoor living is a breeze on the expansive covered lanai, which features three ceiling fans and overlooks a sparkling blue pool with child-safety fencing. The backyard beyond the pool area is fully fenced and landscaped for privacy. Practical features include a large laundry room with a sink and cabinetry, and a 2-car garage with epoxy flooring, storage cabinets, and a dedicated side door for golf cart parking. Key mechanical updates include a new HVAC in 2019 and a water heater in 2017 (roof 2005). Bring your design ideas and make this solid Palm Aire home your own. Various levels of optional membership available at Palm Aire Country Club.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5511 Country Lakes Trail
General
- Price: $549,990
- HOA FEE: $35/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
- Taxes: $3,628 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
- MLS ID: A4700646
- Updated: Today (7/24/2026)
- Added to Site: Today
Rental Information
- Min. Lease: 1-2 Years
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 7
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Eating Space In Kitchen, Kitchen and Family Room Combination, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Split Bedroom, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Inside
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Private Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: Child Safety Fence, In Ground, Outside Bath Access, Screen Enclosure
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Irrigation System, Lighting, Rain Gutters, Sliding Doors
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Covered Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Circular Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Golf Cart Garage, Oversized
Location
- Area: 34243 - Sarasota
- County: Manatee
- Development Name: 34243 - Sarasota
- Subdivision: COUNTRY LAKES
- Driving Directions: From University Parkway, turn north onto Whitfield Avenue. Make a right on Country Lakes Drive. Make the 1st left on Country Lakes Circle. Then make the 1st right on Country Lakes Trail. House will be on the left.
- Direction Faces: Southeast
School Information
- Elementary School: Robert E Willis Elementary
- Middle School: Braden River Middle
- High School: Braden River High
Community
- Community Name: 34243 - Sarasota
- Community Features: Deed Restrictions, Fitness Center, Golf, Restaurant, Tennis Court(s)
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Name: Penny
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Central
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Ranch
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Exterior Const.: Block, Stucco
- Roof: Shingle
- Stories/Levels: One
- Square Feet: 2,304
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Year Built: 1985
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.29
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 12,632
- Lot Size: 12632
- Street/Road Desc.: Asphalt
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $420
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
- Assoc Fee Desc.: Required
- Tax Amount: $3,628.53
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: None
- Legal Description: LOT 109 PALM-AIRE AT SARASOTA UNIT 7 PHASES II & III PI#19205.0390/9
- Flood Zone Info: X
- APN: 1920503909
- Property ID: 1920503909
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Schools
Schools serving 5511 Country Lakes Trail
School District:Manatee County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Robert Willis Elementary School 14705 The Masters Ave, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202 | PK-5 | 6.2 mi |
Braden River Middle School 6215 River Club Blvd, Bradenton, FL 34202 | 6-8 | 3.6 mi |
Braden River High School 6545 Sr 70 E, Bradenton, FL 34203 | 9-12 | 2.3 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 5511 Country Lakes Trail
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/24/2026
Listed
$549,990
97.13%
MLS
3/24/2003
Sold
$279,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 5511 Country Lakes Trail
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$3,741
3%
$275,925
3%
2024
$3,617
—
$268,671
3%
2024
$3,617
2%
$261,099
3%
2023
$3,546
2%
$253,494
6%
2021
$3,483
-1%
$238,943
-3%
2022
$3,506
1%
$246,111
4%
2021
$3,483
12%
$235,644
4%
2017
$3,098
—
$226,051
2%
2017
$3,098
-8%
$221,402
-4%
2019
$3,373
9%
$230,346
6%
2016
$3,088
-1%
$216,848
1%
2015
$3,121
—
$215,341
1%
2014
$3,107
2%
$213,632
1%
2013
$3,061
—
$210,475
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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5511 Country Lakes Trail, Sarasota, FL 34243 (MLS# A4700646) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 5511 Country Lakes Trail is currently listed for $549,990 and was received on July 24, 2026. Want to learn more about 5511 Country Lakes Trail? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Sarasota? You can browse all Sarasota real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

