One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. INVITING SARASOTA POOL HOME IN CENTER GATE ESTATES WITH ENDLESS UPDATES! Nestled in one of Sarasota’s most established and desirable neighborhoods, this recently updated family home with 25' x 12' (approximate) pool offers the perfect blend of comfort and design. Situated on a 0.40-acre corner lot at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac with mature trees, this 3 bedroom, 2 bath property provides everything you could want in a Florida home. Boasting countless upgrades, an ideal split-bedroom layout, bright sunlit rooms, and a freshly painted serene lanai, this move-in-ready gem is laid out perfectly for seamless living and entertaining. The vaulted ceilings in the family room add to the open, airy feel & the breakfast bar creates a wonderful spot to stay connected to family or visiting friends. Step outside to your private oasis – a tranquil, screened in pool with expansive backyard views. Four sets of sliding doors open to extend the living space, encouraging indoor/outdoor entertaining year-round. Whether relaxing by the pool, hosting BBQ’s, or simply soaking up the sun, this home is ideal for outdoor living at its best. A newly updated kitchen, located at the heart of the home, offers NEW Quartz countertops & NEW marble backsplash, stainless steel appliances, a pass-through window, and a cozy breakfast nook with views of the pool. This home features a spacious main suite, two additional good-size bedrooms, a convenient pool bath, plentiful storage and a two-car garage. With upgrades throughout, including a newer shingle roof (2019), HVAC (2017), pool pump (2021), interior paint (2021) and freshly painted lanai & garage (2024), this home is as functional as it is beautiful. Sought-after location near highly rated Sarasota schools—Ashton Elementary, Sarasota Middle, and Riverview High School—as well as shops, dining, fitness centers, and the beautiful Urfer Family Neighborhood Park. You’ll also be just minutes from Doctors Hospital, the renowned Siesta Key Beach, I-75, and the UTC Mall, putting everything Sarasota is known for available in minutes!