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Pet Friendly
Location
6040 Colonial Dr, Sarasota, FL 34231, USA
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Relax Property Management
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Property Overview
Located within close proximity to a top-rated elementary school and offering a wealth of pet-friendly features, this property excels in value for money, ranking in the 83.08 percentile among local listings. With ample outdoor spaces and easy access to numerous pet supply stores and grooming services, it provides a welcoming environment for pet owners. Additionally, the availability of 18 photos allows prospective renters to efficiently assess the property's appeal.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby- Less expensive
- Images Available
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 6040 Colonial Dr
Apartment Amenities
| Hardwood Floor | Natural Light |
| Updated Appliances | Wood Floors |
Building
| Carport | Cats OK |
| Dogs OK |
Grounds
| Large Fenced-In Yard | Outdoor Space |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Dog Policy
Allowed
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Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 6040 Colonial Dr
Welcome to this charming 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom home located in the desirable South Sarasota/ Gulf Gate area. This cozy home features wood floors throughout, allowing for easy maintenance and a warm ambiance. With plenty of natural light streaming in, this home feels bright and inviting. The updated appliances in the kitchen make meal preparation a breeze, while the large fenced-in yard provides a private outdoor space for relaxation or entertaining. The carport offers convenient covered parking & indoor laundry room. Don't miss out on the opportunity to make this Gulf Gate gem your new home! Price - $2,250/mo. First, last & security due at move in - unless you make more than 3x monthly rent and good rental history then you can spread out last month rent into 3 or 6 months pending qualifications. Security is equal to 1 month's rent. No smoking allowed on the property. To schedule a showing please visit our website at www rentfromrelax com Apply now by clicking from the property you are interested in renting. There is a $75 application fee per adult. For more details on qualifications: https www relaxrealtygroup com tenant-faq#qualifications Resident Benefits Package included for all Tenants: The Relax Property Management Resident Benefits Package (RBP) delivers savings and convenient, professional services that make taking care of your home second nature. By applying, tenants will be enrolled and pay the applicable cost of $50 additional per month; this is part of the lease agreement and payable with rent. Find details on our website: https www relaxrealtygroup com resident-benefits-package For additional questions or to schedule a showing contact Leslie Cornell 941-259-1181. Listed by Relax Realty Group, Inc
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 6040 Colonial Dr compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 1 mile away
- Less expensive
- The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- No in-unit dishwasher
- Dishwashers aren't available
Address details
| Zip code | 34231 |
|---|---|
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Sarasota
3-bedroom apartments at 6040 Colonial Dr cost about 13% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Sarasota.
Median rents as of Nov 8 2025.
Sarasota
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $3,000 |
| December 2023 | $3,012 |
| January 2024 | $3,137 |
| February 2024 | $3,000 |
| March 2024 | $3,010 |
| April 2024 | $3,076 |
| May 2024 | $2,996 |
| June 2024 | $3,000 |
| July 2024 | $2,933 |
| August 2024 | $2,920 |
| September 2024 | $2,987 |
| October 2024 | $2,921 |
| November 2024 | $2,879 |
| December 2024 | $2,851 |
| January 2025 | $2,830 |
| February 2025 | $2,800 |
| March 2025 | $2,799 |
| April 2025 | $2,746 |
| May 2025 | $2,714 |
| June 2025 | $2,673 |
| July 2025 | $2,695 |
| August 2025 | $2,650 |
| September 2025 | $2,695 |
| October 2025 | $2,664 |
| November 2025 | $2,600 |
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Can I afford to live at 6040 Colonial Dr?
Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$90,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $90,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,250.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 1 year ago | $2,250 |
Schools near 6040 Colonial Dr
Gulf Gate Elementary School
6500 s lockwood ridge rd
sarasota, FL, 34231
PK, K-5Public
B+
Riverview High School
1 ram way
sarasota, FL, 34231
PK, 9-12Public
A
Sarasota Virtual School
1960 landings blvd
sarasota, FL, 34231
K-12Public
B-
Oak Park School
7285 hand rd
sarasota, FL, 34241
K-12Public
Children First
1723 n orange ave
sarasota, FL, 34234
PKPublic
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Neighborhood
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Sarasota near 6040 Colonial Dr
Walking
6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 6040 Colonial Dr, Sarasota
Groceries
7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
4/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
7/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
1/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Parks
5/10
Limited amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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