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  • Single Family
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,155 Sq. Ft.
  • Updated 1 day ago
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Ideally positioned just minutes from the world-renowned shores of Siesta Key, this beautifully updated, turnkey-furnished villa offers an exceptional opportunity to own a low-maintenance coastal retreat at an approachable price point. Nestled within the waterfront community of Baywood Colony, this residence combines the ease of condominium/villa living with the privacy of a single-family home, perfect for seasonal enjoyment or effortless year-round escapes. Inside, the thoughtfully upgraded interior features luxury vinyl flooring, updated impact windows, updated kitchen with Quartz counter-tops, and a newer HVAC system (2023), creating a comfortable and move-in-ready environment. The spacious layout extends to an air-conditioned lanai and a private courtyard, ideal for relaxing after a day at the beach or entertaining guests in your own secluded outdoor space. Residents enjoy access to a serene waterfront park along Sarasota Bay, where sunset views, fishing, and coastal breezes become part of your daily routine, along with a community pool, clubhouse, and fitness amenities. With HOA coverage that includes flood and hurricane insurance, lawn maintenance, and your cable and water bills, ownership is truly carefree. Located approximately 2 miles from Siesta Key Beach and close to dining, shopping, and cultural attractions, this property presents a rare chance to secure an affordable slice of the Sarasota lifestyle, whether as a personal getaway, seasonal residence, or income-producing investment.

Full Property Details for 5936 Driftwood Ave #16

General

  • Price: $239,000
  • HOA FEE: $1,075/month
  • Taxes: $2,386 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
  • MLS ID: A4692206
  • Updated: 5/4/2026
  • Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago

Rental Information

  • Min. Lease: 1 Month

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 4
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Solid Surface Counters, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
  • Furnishings: Negotiable
  • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 2

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: Laundry Room

Additional Information

  • Shared Amenities: Cable TV, Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Maintenance, Park, Pool, Recreation Facilities
  • Security/Safety: Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Garden, Private Entrance, Sliding Doors, Storage
  • Deck/Patio: Covered, Enclosed, Screened
  • Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered, Enclosed, Screened

Parking

  • Carports: Yes
  • Carport: 2
  • Carport Spaces: 2
  • Covered Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Covered, Driveway

Location

  • Area: 34231 - Sarasota/Gulf Gate Branch
  • County: Sarasota
  • Development Name: 34231 - Sarasota/Gulf Gate Branch
  • Subdivision: BAYWOOD COLONY SEC 1
  • Driving Directions: Driving South toward Stickney Point, turn right on Meadowood and follow to right on Driftwood, Villa will be on your left.
  • Direction Faces: East

School Information

  • Elementary School: Phillippi Shores Elementary
  • Middle School: Brookside Middle
  • High School: Riverview High

Community

  • Community Name: 34231 - Sarasota/Gulf Gate Branch
  • Community Features: Dock, Fishing, Intracoastal Waterway, Clubhouse, Deed Restrictions, Fitness Center, Park, Pool
  • Optional Amenities: Cable TV, Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Maintenance, Park, Pool, Recreation Facilities
  • Association: Yes
  • Assoc. Name: Condominium Associates - Heather McBratney
  • Assoc. Fees Include: Cable TV, Common Area Taxes, Community Pool, Escrow Reserves Fund, Fidelity Bond, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance Repairs, Manager, Pool Maintenance, Recreational Facilities, Sewer, Trash, Water
  • Number of Pets: 2
  • Pet Restrictions: Contact HOA for details

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Air
  • Heating Type: Central

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public
  • Utility Description: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Street Lights, Underground Utilities, Water Connected

Structural Information

  • Architectural Info: Patio
  • Architectural Style: Patio
  • Exterior Const.: Block, Concrete
  • Roof: Membrane, Other
  • Windows: Insulated Windows
  • Stories/Levels: One
  • Square Feet: 1,155
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
  • Year Built: 1973

Additional Structures

  • Other Structures: Storage

Lot Features

  • Property View: Garden, Trees/Woods, Water
  • Frontage: Street Paved
  • Street/Road Desc.: Paved, Asphalt

Water Features

  • Water View: Yes
  • Water Access: Yes
  • Water Access Desc: Intracoastal Waterway

Financial Considerations

  • Assoc Fee Desc.: None
  • Condo Fee: $1,075
  • Condo Fee Freq: Monthly
  • Tax Amount: $2,386.62
  • Tax Year: 2025

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Condominium
  • Special Conditions: None
  • Legal Description: UNIT 16 BLDG 12 BAYWOOD COLONY VILLAS SEC 1
  • Flood Zone Info: AE
  • APN: 105081016
  • Property ID: 105081016

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Schools serving 5936 Driftwood Ave #16

School District:Sarasota County School District
NameGradesDistance
Phillippi Shores Elementary School
4747 South Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34231
PK-51.5 mi
Riverview High School, Sarasota, FL
1 Ram Way, Sarasota, FL 34231
9-121.5 mi
Brookside Middle School
3636 South Shade Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34239
6-82.5 mi
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Price & Sales History for 5936 Driftwood Ave #16 Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Details
Price
Change
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5/04/2026
Listed
$239,000
45.73%
MLS
12/17/2015
Sold
$164,000
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Tax History for 5936 Driftwood Ave #16

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$1,836
-20%
$201,612
3%
2024
$2,300
7%
$195,930
3%
2023
$2,154
2%
$190,223
8%
2021
$2,119
-5%
$176,100
-8%
2022
$2,236
6%
$191,283
22%
2021
$2,119
-15%
$157,200
-6%
2019
$2,486
6%
$166,859
10%
2018
$2,347
12%
$151,690
10%
2017
$2,100
-1%
$137,900
1%
2016
$2,114
—
$136,400
10%
2015
$2,114
6%
$123,904
10%
2014
$2,000
15%
$112,640
10%
2013
$1,738
—
$102,400
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5936 Driftwood Avenue #16, Sarasota, FL 34231 (MLS# A4692206) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 5936 Driftwood Avenue #16 is currently listed for $239,000 and was received on May 04, 2026. Want to learn more about 5936 Driftwood Avenue #16? 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.

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