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5868 Colonial Dr

5868 Colonial Dr, Sarasota, FL 34231

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  • Built in 1971
  • 6 units/1 story

About 5868 Colonial Dr Sarasota, FL 34231

At 5868 Colonial Dr in Sarasota, FL, find your new home. The address for this community is at 5868 Colonial Dr. in Sarasota. Come by to check out the apartment floorplan options. The professional leasing staff is waiting to show you all that this community has to offer. Come see 5868 Colonial Dr today.

5868 Colonial Dr is an apartment community located in Sarasota County and the 34231 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Sarasota attendance zone.

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City - Sarasota

Welcome to Sarasota, where coastal beauty meets cultural excellence along Florida's Gulf Coast. This waterfront city offers rental options from downtown apartments to beachfront communities. Current rental trends show average prices ranging from $1,306 for studios to $2,952 for three-bedroom homes, with most areas experiencing modest price adjustments over the past year. The downtown district centers around Main Street and Palm Avenue, while the tree-lined streets of Laurel Park feature historic architecture. Siesta Key and Lido Key complement the mainland with their white-sand beaches and residential communities.

Sarasota's rich cultural heritage shines through the John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art and the historic Sarasota Opera House. The city embraces its circus history as the former winter headquarters of the Ringling Bros. Circus. Nature enthusiasts can explore Marie Selby Botanical Gardens or spend time at numerous public parks and beaches. St.

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Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds 1123 Sq Ft $1,000 $1,125 $1,200
4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds 1316 Sq Ft $1,300 — —
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Ringling Coll. of Art & Design
Drive: 16 min 8.6 mi
New College of Florida
Drive: 20 min 10.3 mi
SCF, Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch
Drive: 22 min 14.3 mi
SCF, Sarasota, Bradentown
Drive: 29 min 15.4 mi
5868 Colonial Dr is within 16 minutes or 8.6 miles from Ringling Coll. of Art & Design. It is also near New College of Florida and SCF, Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch.
Schools
Gulf Gate Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
655 Students
Attendance Zone
Ese Special Programs
Public Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
7 Students
Nearby
Riverview High School
Public High School
Grades PK & 9-12
2,597 Students
Attendance Zone
Brookside Middle School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
745 Students
Attendance Zone
Mangrove School of Sarasota
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-4 & 6-8
Nearby
Incarnation Catholic School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
165 Students
Nearby
West Florida Christian School
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
Nearby
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Transportation

5868 Colonial Dr is near Sarasota/Bradenton International, located 11.2 miles or 22 minutes away.

Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Sarasota/Bradenton International
 Drive: 22 min 11.2 mi

Walkability Near 5868 Colonial Dr Sarasota, FL 34231

Somewhat Walkable
69
Walk Score®
Out of 100
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.
Minimal Transit
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Transit Score®
Out of 100
Bikeable
62
Bike Score®
Out of 100
While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 5868 Colonial Dr.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Merchants Pointe Shopping Center
Walk: 3 min 0.2 mi
Swift Plaza
Walk: 6 min 0.3 mi
Sun Haven Plaza
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
5868 Colonial Dr has 3 shopping centers within 0.5 mile, which is about a 9-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Phillippi Estate Park
 Drive: 4 min 1.9 mi
Red Bug Slough Preserve
 Drive: 4 min 2.0 mi
Twin Lakes Park
 Drive: 10 min 4.9 mi
Urfer Family Park
 Drive: 9 min 5.0 mi
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
 Drive: 11 min 5.9 mi
5868 Colonial Dr has 5 parks within 5.9 miles, including Red Bug Slough Preserve, Phillippi Estate Park, and Urfer Family Park.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Sarasota Memorial Hospital
Drive: 8 min 4.5 mi
Doctors Hospital of Sarasota
Drive: 10 min 5.6 mi
Lakewood Ranch Medical Center
Drive: 20 min 13.4 mi
5868 Colonial Dr has 3 hospitals within 13.4 miles, the nearest is Sarasota Memorial Hospital which is 4.5 miles away and a 8 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Governmental U.S. Coast Guard
Drive: 76 min 60.5 mi
MacDill Air Force Base
Drive: 91 min 69.1 mi
5868 Colonial Dr is 60.5 miles from Governmental U.S. Coast Guard, and is convenient to other military bases, including MacDill Air Force Base.
 
 
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Does 5868 Colonial Dr have in-unit laundry?

5868 Colonial Dr does not offer in-unit laundry or shared facilities. Please contact the property to learn about nearby laundry options.

What utilities are included in rent at 5868 Colonial Dr?

Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.

Is 5868 Colonial Dr pet-friendly?

5868 Colonial Dr does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.

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