Home Front
Living Room Looking to Entryway
Dining Room
Kitchen
Master Bedroom
Main Bedroom Bonus Area
Living Room
Entryway looking into the Living Room
Entryway
Dining Area Looking into Lanai
Lanai View
Kitchen
Kitchen Pantry
Main Bedroom showing Bonus Area
Main Bedroom has Sliders to Lanai
Main Bathroom with Shower
Hallway in Bedroom Area
Second Bedroom
Second Bedroom Closet
Guest Bathroom
Guest Bathroom Tub-Shower
Laundry Room with Sink
Private Outside Area
Palm Lakes Clubhouse
Heated Community Pool
Community Pool
Clubhouse Kitchen
Clubhouse Meeting Room
Clubhouse Pool Room
Clubhouse Lanai Area
Playground
Entry to Palm Lakes
Floor Plan
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$334,900

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

Recent Price Reduction, Move-In Ready and Maintenance-Free Living gives Home Buyers a great opportunity to purchase in this Sarasota Small, Gated Community. The "Maintenance-Free" Lifestyle You Have Been Waiting For! Experience the perfect blend of privacy and convenience in the gated enclave of Palm Lakes. While the community name includes "condo," this is a thoughtfully designed single-family home featuring a classic barrel tile roof, mature landscaping, and the security of a gated entry. Why You Will Love This Home: Turn-Key & Certified: Skip the stress—both the 4-Point Inspection and Wind Mitigation Reports are already completed and available for review. The Floor Plan: A thoughtfully designed one-story layout that maximizes every inch. Enjoy a spacious front living room and two quiet, private bedrooms tucked away at the rear. The Main Bedroom Retreat: Features a versatile "bonus alcove" perfect for a home office, reading nook, or hobby space. Outdoor Living: Sip your morning coffee on the screened lanai or host a BBQ in your private courtyard. Location: Just a short stroll to the heated community pool, clubhouse, and playground. Low Maintenance, High Value: The association handles lawn care, yard maintenance, and pest control, all for reasonable monthly fees. Maintenance-free living means more time to explore the Sarasota-Bradenton area and enjoy the outdoors along with the art and cultural events year-round. Located six miles from downtown Sarasota and near world-renowned beaches Siesta Key and Anna Maria Island, the Ringling Museum, and the UTC Mall, this home offers easy access to shopping, dining, and endless entertainment options. Experience the possibilities! Included photos of the home while furnished are provided to help you envision the ideal layout and flow of each space. This pristine, empty canvas is now waiting for your personal touch. Whether you’re looking for a year-round residence or a seasonal escape, this move-in-ready gem is ready for its next chapter. Floor Plan is available in the Attachments. Schedule your showing today!

Property details

MLS #
MFRA4685961
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
PALM LAKES
Status
Active
Days on market
79
On market date
March 15, 2026
Stories
N/A
Garage spaces
1
Lot size
0.05 acres
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles · public school directory data (NCES)

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

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$66,980 down
$267,920 loan
Principal & interest$1,738
Property tax (est.)$279
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Stellar MLS (mfrmls) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated June 2, 2026.

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