3700 S Osprey Ave

Plaza Gardens is a low-rise condominium complex in Sarasota built in 1979, consisting of three-story buildings with primarily two-bedroom floorplans. Architecture is straightforward mid‑late 20th century garden-style construction with exterior walkways, screened lanais or balconies, and mature landscaping that creates courtyard pockets and shaded common areas. Interior unit features commonly include open living/dining layouts, eat‑in kitchens or kitchen/family room combinations, solid wood cabinetry, stone or solid surface counters, crown molding, ceiling fans, walk‑in closets and original-to-period details refreshed in many units. The property offers an elevator in each building, on-site laundry rooms, assigned (including covered) parking and plentiful guest spaces; recent property-level work has included roof replacement, repaved parking, updated lighting, perimeter fencing and relined plumbing. Outdoor amenities are modest — gardens, irrigation, sidewalks and private mailboxes — and many residences enjoy private entrances and screened porches that face landscaped vistas. The association permits seasonal and annual rentals with a three-month minimum, and management notes a history of reliable rental income for investors. Located west of Trail and within a mile of Siesta Key, the complex sits steps from grocery, restaurants, malls and Sarasota Memorial Hospital, offering an easy pedestrian connection to neighborhood services and a short drive to downtown and marina amenities.