Saddle Up for Style in the 55+ community of Center Gate Villages 5! Welcome to this well-maintained and truly one-of-a-kind 3-bedroom, 2-bath villa nestled in the heart of the coveted Center Gate Estates. With a nod to western charm and a warm, welcoming vibe, this spacious home is perfect for anyone seeking character, comfort, and convenience. Step into a roomy foyer that sets the tone for versatility-your first guest bedroom is to the left, complete with custom built-in shelving and storage, ideal as a den or home office. To the right, the home opens into a western-inspired family room featuring custom saloon doors, a high-top bar setup, and sun-drenched windows-just add a pool table and you've got your very own at-home saloon! The open-concept kitchen and living room are made for entertaining, with new quartz countertops, fresh paint, updated lighting, and a stone-faced wood-burning fireplace under soaring cathedral ceilings and a skylight. Sliders lead to the enclosed Florida room, now upgraded with accordion shutters and glass sliders, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor flow. All bedrooms are generously sized with ample closet space, and the primary suite offers a peaceful retreat. As matter of fact, all rooms are spacious including the interior laundry room with new washer and the 2-car garage, both featuring a ton of cabinet space. Enjoy your morning coffee on the long side patio or in the Florida room, both perfect for soaking up the Florida sunshine. Recent updates include: Water Heater (2018), HVAC (2018), Refrigerator (2018), Range (2016), Microwave (2011), Washer (2024) Located just steps from the community pool, and minutes from shopping, dining, hospitals, I-75, beaches, UTC Mall, golf courses, and more-this home offers the hassle-free lifestyle of a maintenance-free community with all the perks of Sarasota living. Priced to sell-don't miss your chance to own this unique gem! Schedule your showing today and experience the charm for yourself.
Property Features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Primary Bedroom Level: First
- Bedroom 1 Level: First
- Bedroom 2 Level: First
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 12
- Entry Foyer Level: First
- Family Room Level: First
- Florida Room Level: First
- Living Room Level: First
- Extra Room-1 Description: Attic, Florida Room, Inside Utility
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Bathroom 1 Level: First
Interior Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s)
- Ceiling Fans(s)
- Eat-in Kitchen
- High Ceilings
- Kitchen/Family Room Combo
- Open Floorplan
- Primary Bedroom Main Floor
- Solid Surface Counters
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Window Treatments
- Flooring: Tile
- Window Features: Skylight(s), Blinds, Window Treatments
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Dryer
- Electric Water Heater
- Microwave
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Washer
- Water Purifier
- Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Central Air
- Fireplace Features: Living Room
- Heating Features: Central, Electric
Kitchen and Dining
Exterior and Lot Features
- Lighting
- Private Mailbox
- Rain Gutters
- Sidewalk
- Sliding Doors
- Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Enclosed, Rear Porch, Screened, Side Porch
- Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Paved
- Porch Level: First
Pool and Spa
Garage and Parking
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, On Street
Land Info
- Lot Size Acres: 9.18
- Vegetation: Mature Landscaping
- Lot Size Square Feet: 399994
Home Features
- View: Trees/Woods
- Other Equipment: Irrigation Equipment
Homeowners Association
- Association: Yes
- Association Amenities: Maintenance, Pool
- Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
- Association Fee Includes: Cable TV, Pool, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Pest Control, Recreational Facilities
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 510
- Association Name: Maureen Schoeling
- Association Phone: 9417060920
- Pets Allowed: Dogs OK, Yes
- Pet Description: Pet Restrictions: Buyer and Buyer's agent to verify all information and restrictions with Association., Max Pet Weight: 30, Number Of Pets: 1
- Senior Community: Yes
School Information
- Elementary School: Ashton Elementary
- High School: Sarasota High
- Middle School: Sarasota Middle
Condo Info
- Unit Floor In Building: 1
Rental Info
- Lease Term: Minimum Lease: 8-12 Months
Amenities and Community Features
- Community Features: Pool, Sidewalks
Other Property Info
- Annual Tax Amount: 2143.9
- Source Listing Status: Active
- County: Sarasota
- Directions: From I-75 exit 207 (Bee Ridge), head East to Gantt Rd, turn right on Gantt Rd Continue on Gantt Rd to Bee Ridge, Turn left onto Proctor Rd, Continue on Center Gate Blvd. Drive to Lakecrest Pl, Turn right onto Center Gate Blvd, Turn right onto Lakecrest Pl, Sharp right to stay on Lakecrest Pl road will lead you right to home's driveway.
- Tax Year: 2024
- Ownership: Condominium
- Source Property Type: Residential
- Area: 34233 - Sarasota
- Property Subtype: condo
- Source Neighborhood: CENTER GATE ESTATE VILL 5
- Parcel Number: 0067061018
- Postal Code Plus 4: 5011
- Public Survey Range: 18E
- Public Survey Section: 01
- Subdivision: CENTER GATE ESTATE VILL 5
- Township: 37S
- Zoning: RSF1
- Property Features: Condo Fees: 510 Monthly
- Property Subtype: Condominium
- Source System Name: C2C
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living: 2052
- Year Built: 1986
- Building Area Source: Public Records
- Building Area Total: 2658
- Building Name: 18
- Construction Materials: Block, Stucco
- Direction Faces: East
- Foundation Details: Slab
- Levels: One
- Living Area Source: Owner
- Living Area Units: Square Feet
- Property Age: 39
- Property Condition: Completed
- Roof: Tile
- Levels or Stories: 1
- Building Total Stories: 1
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Cable Available
- Electricity Available
- Electricity Connected
- Public
- Sewer Connected
- Water Available
- Water Connected
- Water Source: Public
