Rarely available and truly move-in ready, this first-floor 3-bedroom, 2-bath residence is tucked inside the exclusive gated enclave of Mediterranea Garden Homes. Ideally located just minutes from world-famous Siesta Key Beach, with effortless access to shopping, dining, UTC Mall, and Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport, this home offers the perfect blend of convenience and coastal living. The thoughtfully designed split floor plan provides privacy for everyday living while remaining ideal for entertaining. The kitchen features generous counter space, making meal preparation easy and inviting. Brand new neutral carpet in the living room, with luxury vinyl in the 3 bedrooms throughout enhances both durability and style, while in-unit laundry and a private one-car garage just steps from the front door add exceptional everyday convenience. Enjoy morning coffee on your private screened lanai overlooking a tranquil, lush green setting, or spend afternoons relaxing at the heated community pool surrounded by tropical landscaping. With roof, exterior maintenance, landscaping, water, and sewer included, this is a truly low-maintenance, lock-and-leave lifestyle. Recent updates include a newer HVAC system, disposal, smoke detectors, and updated toilet hardwarecreating a modern, well-maintained, and inviting interior. Whether youre seeking a full-time Sarasota residence, a seasonal retreat, or a rental investment, this property delivers exceptional flexibility. The community allows 3-month minimum rentals up to twice per year, or annual leasing. Community & Value Highlights: Gated neighborhood with heated pool and tropical surroundings Built in 2005 to current hurricane codes Solid concrete block construction from ground to roof No special assessments Two-story buildings only (new condo laws do not apply) Condo fee $565/month, effectively ~$422 when adjusted for included water & sewer Location Highlights: Steps from Expo on Clark Plaza with dining, fitness, medical, and retail including The Original Egg, Oak & Stone, Tsunami Sushi, Chianti Italian, Meshugana Deli, Hot Yoga, Massage Envy, and more Less than 10 minutes to Siesta Key Beach Quick access to I-75 for UTC Town Center, downtown Sarasota, Tampa, and St. Petersburg Located in an excellent school district This is easy Florida living at its bestconvenient, carefree, and close to everything Sarasota has to offer.
Property Features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Primary Bedroom Dimensions: 16 x 13
- Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 11 x 11
- Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 11 x 11
- Primary Bedroom Level: First
- Bedroom 2 Level: First
- Bedroom 3 Level: First
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 6
- Bedroom 2: 11 x 12
- Bedroom 2 Level: First
- Living Room Dimensions: 27 x 12
- Living Room Level: First
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Interior Features
- Ceiling Fans(s)
- Thermostat
- Furnished Description: Unfurnished
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
Appliances
- Cooktop
- Dishwasher
- Dryer
- Electric Water Heater
- Exhaust Fan
- Microwave
- Range
- Range Hood
- Refrigerator
- Washer
- Laundry Features: Inside, Laundry Closet
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Central Air
- Heating Features: Central, Electric
Kitchen and Dining
- Kitchen Dimensions: 11 x 9
- Kitchen Level: First
Exterior and Lot Features
- Courtyard
- Sidewalk
- Other Structures: Gazebo
- Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Enclosed, Porch
- Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
- Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Pool and Spa
Land Info
- Lot Description: Cul-De-Sac
- Lot Size Acres: 1.0
- Lot Size Square Feet: 43560
Garage and Parking
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Assigned
Homeowners Association
- Association: Yes
- Association Amenities: Gated, Pool, Security
- Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
- Association Fee Includes: Cable TV, Common Area Taxes, Pool, Escrow Reserves Fund, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Management, Pest Control, Private Road, Security, Sewer, Trash, Water
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 594
- Association Name: Sentry Management
- Association Phone: 9413611222
- Pets Allowed: Breed Restrictions, Number Limit
- Pet Description: Pet Restrictions: The owner of each unit may keep two pets in the unit both of which is defined as a domesticated breed and each pet will not exceed thirty-five (35) pounds in adult weight. The only pets allowed are dogs and cats and tropical fish. No reptiles/rodents., Max Pet Weight: 35, Number Of Pets: 2
- Cats Allowed: Yes
- Dogs Allowed: Yes
School Information
- Elementary School: Ashton Elementary
- High School: Riverview High
- Middle School: Riverview Middle
Condo Info
- Unit Floor In Building: 1
Rental Info
- Lease Term: Minimum Lease: 1 Month
Amenities and Community Features
- Community Features: Clubhouse, Playground, Pool, Street Lights
Other Property Info
- Annual Tax Amount: 3040
- Source Listing Status: Active
- County: Sarasota
- Directions: Clark Road to Sawyer - Complex off Sawyer near Intersection
- Tax Year: 2024
- Ownership: Condominium
- Source Property Type: Residential
- Area: 34233 - Sarasota
- Property Subtype: condo
- Source Neighborhood: MEDITERRANEA
- Parcel Number: 0090141019
- Postal Code Plus 4: 3328
- Public Survey Range: 18
- Public Survey Section: 10
- Subdivision: MEDITERRANEA
- Township: 37
- Zoning: RMF2
- Property Features: Condo Fees: 1784 Quarterly
- Property Subtype: Condominium
- Source System Name: C2C
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living: 1212
- Year Built: 2005
- Building Area Source: Public Records
- Building Area Total: 1317
- Building Name: MEDITERRANEA
- Construction Materials: Block
- Direction Faces: North
- Foundation Details: Slab
- Levels: One
- Living Area Source: Public Records
- Living Area Units: Square Feet
- Property Age: 20
- Property Condition: Completed
- Roof: Shingle
- Levels or Stories: 2
- Building Total Stories: 2
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Cable Available
- Electricity Connected
- Public
- Water Source: Public
Home Features
- Security Features: Gated Community, Security Gate