Home Front - 3220 78TH AVE E, SARASOTA
Living Room Looking to Entryway - 3220 78TH AVE E, SARASOTA
Dining Room - 3220 78TH AVE E, SARASOTA
Kitchen - 3220 78TH AVE E, SARASOTA
Master Bedroom - 3220 78TH AVE E, SARASOTA
Main Bedroom Bonus Area - 3220 78TH AVE E, SARASOTA
Living Room - 3220 78TH AVE E, SARASOTA
Entryway looking into the Living Room - 3220 78TH AVE E, SARASOTA
Entryway - 3220 78TH AVE E, SARASOTA
Dining Area Looking into Lanai - 3220 78TH AVE E, SARASOTA
Lanai View - 3220 78TH AVE E, SARASOTA
Kitchen - 3220 78TH AVE E, SARASOTA
Kitchen Pantry - 3220 78TH AVE E, SARASOTA
Main Bedroom showing Bonus Area - 3220 78TH AVE E, SARASOTA
Main Bedroom has Sliders to Lanai - 3220 78TH AVE E, SARASOTA
Main Bathroom with Shower - 3220 78TH AVE E, SARASOTA
Hallway in Bedroom Area - 3220 78TH AVE E, SARASOTA
Second Bedroom - 3220 78TH AVE E, SARASOTA
Second Bedroom Closet - 3220 78TH AVE E, SARASOTA
Guest Bathroom - 3220 78TH AVE E, SARASOTA
Guest Bathroom Tub-Shower - 3220 78TH AVE E, SARASOTA
Laundry Room with Sink - 3220 78TH AVE E, SARASOTA
Private Outside Area - 3220 78TH AVE E, SARASOTA
Palm Lakes Clubhouse - 3220 78TH AVE E, SARASOTA
Heated Community Pool - 3220 78TH AVE E, SARASOTA
Community Pool - 3220 78TH AVE E, SARASOTA
Clubhouse Kitchen - 3220 78TH AVE E, SARASOTA
Clubhouse Meeting Room - 3220 78TH AVE E, SARASOTA
Clubhouse Pool Room - 3220 78TH AVE E, SARASOTA
Clubhouse Lanai Area - 3220 78TH AVE E, SARASOTA
Playground - 3220 78TH AVE E, SARASOTA
Entry to Palm Lakes - 3220 78TH AVE E, SARASOTA
Floor Plan - 3220 78TH AVE E, SARASOTA
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$320,000

3220 78TH AVE E
SARASOTA, FL 34243
Listed by Kristin Triolo · FINE PROPERTIES
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Living area
1,464 sqft
Year built
2005

About this home

Price Reduction. Exceptional Opportunity in Sarasota for Buyers who want to update the home themselves to their specific style! Motivated Seller! Great time to own a single-family home in the gated community of Palm Lakes at an affordable reduced price. This move-in ready residence promises a maintenance-free lifestyle, allowing you the freedom to enjoy everything Sarasota provides. Avoid the hassle of inspections—both the 4-Point Inspection and Wind Mitigation Reports are complete and available for your review. Thoughtfully Designed Layout: This one-story home maximizes space, featuring a spacious front living room and two secluded bedrooms positioned for privacy. The main suite includes a versatile bonus alcove, perfect for a home office, reading nook, or hobby area. Outdoor Living: Enjoy your morning coffee on the screened lanai or entertain guests in your private courtyard. Prime Location: Just a short walk from the heated community pool, clubhouse, and playground, this home offers the best of both privacy and convenience. Low Maintenance, High Value: The association takes care of lawn care, yard maintenance, and pest control—all for reasonable monthly fees. Embrace a lifestyle that allows you more time to explore the Sarasota-Bradenton area, with its beautiful beaches, vibrant arts, and year-round cultural events. Located only six miles from downtown Sarasota and close to renowned destinations like Siesta Key, Anna Maria Island, the Ringling Museum, and UTC Mall, you’ll have easy access to shopping, dining, and endless entertainment options. The home is ready for the homebuyer's personal touch! Whether you’re seeking a year-round home or a seasonal retreat, this gem is ready for its new owners. Don’t miss out—schedule your showing today! Floor Plan is available in the Attachments.

Property details

MLS
Stellar MLS
MLS #
MFRA4685961
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
PALM LAKES
Status
Active
Days on market
109
On market date
March 15, 2026
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
2
Garage spaces
1
Parking spaces
N/A
Lot size
0.05 acres
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.

Elementary
MARJORIE G. KINNAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
0.29 mi away · Grades -1-5
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
4.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
523
Student:teacher ratio
13.4:1
District
MANATEE
Middle
BOOKER MIDDLE SCHOOL
2.33 mi away · Grades 6-8
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
4.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
911
Student:teacher ratio
14.2:1
District
SARASOTA
High
AMIKIDS MANATEE
2.5 mi away · Grades 6-12
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
5.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
33
Student:teacher ratio
5.5:1
District
MANATEE

Walkability

Blended score for SARASOTA's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).

46
Somewhat walkable
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
8.2 / 20 -- Below average walkable
Google Places amenity density
53 / 100
Restaurants & cafes8
Grocery stores0
Parks2
Schools3
Transit stops1
Pharmacies1

Market position

How this listing compares to current activity in SARASOTA, from live MLS data.

On the market 109 days -- 59 fewer days than SARASOTA's current average of 168 days.
For reference, the median list price across 4,720 active listings in SARASOTA right now is $365,000.

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Est. monthly payment
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$64,000 down
$256,000 loan
Principal & interest$1,660
Property tax (est.)$267
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Stellar MLS (mfrmls) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated July 11, 2026.

Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.