
4956 VILLAGE GARDENS DRIVE UNIT 145, SARASOTA, FL, 34234
Active44 days on marketListed Aug 27, 2026MLS #A4704046
About this home
4956 VILLAGE GARDENS DRIVE UNIT 145
Virtually Staged. Enjoy everyday living with the feel of a tropical getaway at Village Gardens, one of Sarasota’s hidden gems. Tucked beneath a canopy of towering palms, mature oaks, ferns and lush tropical landscaping, this charming community feels like a private oasis while keeping you close to everything Sarasota has to offer. Rarely available and beautifully remodeled, this villa-style condo offers an open, inviting floor plan filled with natural light. The great room flows into a completely redesigned kitchen where modern style meets functionality. Natural granite countertops, copper hardware, a farmhouse sink, soft-close cabinetry with a Lazy Susan, gas cooktop, built-in oven and microwave, and updated appliances create a kitchen that is as functional as it is beautiful. High windows and sliding glass doors bring an abundance of natural light into the main living space and lead to one of the home's most inviting features, the enclosed lanai. Complete with air conditioning and surrounded by wall-to-wall windows, this versatile space can be enjoyed year-round as an additional sitting room, home office or reading retreat. Inside, distinctive touches including solid wood barn doors add warmth and character to the bedroom suites, while the extensive renovation gives the home a fresh, updated feel throughout. Surrounded by the natural beauty that makes Village Gardens so special, this is far more than your typical condo. It's a unique Sarasota retreat offering character, thoughtful updates and a setting that truly feels like a little piece of paradise. Move right in, add your own personal touches and make it yours.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,074
Sqft
12.08 ac
Lot size
1982
Year built
One
Levels
$233
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record — not generic estimates.
$1,964 /mo · 3.5% down FHA, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
FHA is the default here because it gets you in the door with just 3.5% down. Switch to Conventional or VA below.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:

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Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$1,964/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. Your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
Value check
Is the price right?
The internet’s favorite home-value number comes from a single automated model that has never seen the street, the finishes, or the view — which is why it routinely misses by tens of thousands of dollars. The edgeAI estimate combines multiple independent data sources with our team’s on-the-ground expertise in this exact market.
vs edgeAI estimate
+17.2%
$/sqft vs Sarasota actives
$233 vs $391
Days on market
44 vs 85 typical
Where $233/sqft sits among the 400 Sarasota actives
The edgeAI estimate is a starting point, not an appraisal or a broker price opinion. It is generated from public records, listing data and market modeling, and is subject to change once a licensed real estate professional personally inspects the property. Condition, floor, view and lot are not fully captured by any model — ask us for a full comparative market analysis.
Where it sits
Inside Bayou Oaks
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Bayou Oaks — neighborhood snapshot
Population
4,373
Median age
28
Median income
$55,895
Median home value
$213,536
Avg household
3
Households w/ children
382
For the school run
Sarasota County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Sarasota market
$475K → $493K
Sarasota median sold, yr/yr
95.2%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
195 of 400
Sarasota actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Sarasota, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 4956 VILLAGE GARDENS DRIVE UNIT 145
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Apr ’26$205,000
4962 VILLAGE GARDENS DRIVE UNIT 141 · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,074 sqft · $191/sqft · 4 DOM
Sold · Sep ’26$405,000
3440 CHAPEL DRIVE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,080 sqft · $375/sqft · 97 DOM
Sold · Apr ’26$185,000
2819 N OSPREY AVENUE
3 bd · 1 ba · 1,050 sqft · $176/sqft · 9 DOM
Closed-sale data from the MLS, last 12 months, selected for similarity in size and location. No two homes are identical — ask us for a full comparative analysis.
Your home team
The pros in your corner
Buying a home is two conversations — the home and the money. Here’s who handles each, side by side, already working together.
Your agent
Donna Layton
Real Estate Agent · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 4956 VILLAGE GARDENS DRIVE UNIT 145 — start here.

Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 4956 VILLAGE GARDENS DRIVE UNIT 145 — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
4956 VILLAGE GARDENS DRIVE UNIT 145 FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 4956 VILLAGE GARDENS DRIVE UNIT 145?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $1,964/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
What are the property taxes on 4956 VILLAGE GARDENS DRIVE UNIT 145?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $2,671. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
Are pets allowed at 4956 VILLAGE GARDENS DRIVE UNIT 145?+
The listing reports pets: Number Limit. Communities often layer on breed or weight rules — we'll verify the specifics with the association before you commit.
How does the price compare to other homes in Sarasota?+
At $249,900, this home is listed about 55% below the Sarasota median of $550,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 4956 VILLAGE GARDENS DRIVE UNIT 145?+
Booker High School (high), Brookside Middle School (middle), Phillippi Shores Elementary School (elementary) — Sarasota County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
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Listing courtesy of COMPASS FLORIDA LLC · Vincent Diorides. MLS #A4704046.
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