5511 COUNTRY LAKES TRAIL, SARASOTA, FL, 34243
Pending19 days on marketListed Jul 24, 2026MLS #A4700646
About this home
5511 COUNTRY LAKES TRAIL
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.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2,304
Sqft
0.29 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
1985
Year built
One
Levels
$239
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 and the real association fee — not generic estimates.
$3,978 /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
$3,978/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
−17.7%
$/sqft vs Sarasota actives
$239 vs $329
Days on market
19 vs 63 typical
Where $239/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 Sarasota
Drive times from this address
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SARASOTA 34243 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
31,773
Median age
51.4
Median income
$79,799
Median home value
$395,000
Avg household
2.26
Households w/ children
2,313
For the school run
Manatee 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)
150 of 400
Sarasota actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Sarasota, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 67% above the SARASOTA 34243 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 5511 COUNTRY LAKES TRAIL
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$543,200
603 SPECK COURT · same community
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,226 sqft · $244/sqft · 5 DOM
Sold · Aug ’25$605,000
15316 WINDING CREEK DRIVE · same community
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,888 sqft · $320/sqft · 8 DOM
Sold · Apr ’26$1,490,000
14126 LAKE TILDEN BOULEVARD · same community
4 bd · 5 ba · 3,517 sqft · $424/sqft · 12 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
Gavin Hatcher
REALTOR® · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 5511 COUNTRY LAKES TRAIL — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 5511 COUNTRY LAKES TRAIL — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
5511 COUNTRY LAKES TRAIL FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 5511 COUNTRY LAKES TRAIL?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $3,978/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $35/mo association fee 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.
How much are the HOA fees at 5511 COUNTRY LAKES TRAIL?+
The association fee works out to $35 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 5511 COUNTRY LAKES TRAIL?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $3,629. 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 5511 COUNTRY LAKES TRAIL?+
The listing reports pets: Yes. 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 $549,990, this home is listed about 2% below the Sarasota median of $559,500. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 5511 COUNTRY LAKES TRAIL?+
Braden River High School (high), Braden River Middle School (middle), Robert Willis Elementary School (elementary) — Manatee County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Three things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$549,990 runs 67% above the SARASOTA 34243 median — but at 2,304 sqft it's also 37% larger than the typical Sarasota listing.
02Your own pool
A private pool — the feature Florida buyers ask for first, already in the ground and included in the price.
03Strong assigned schools
Braden River High School, Braden River Middle School, Robert Willis Elementary School — Robert Willis Elementary School rates 4 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
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Listing courtesy of FINE PROPERTIES · Daniela Soiman. MLS #A4700646.
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