Welcome to easy Sarasota living in this beautifully updated, move-in-ready corner residence at The Gardens. Offering added privacy, tasteful updates, and a welcoming villa-like feel, this home combines the comfort of an established community with the convenience of a central Sarasota location. Enjoy being just minutes from Downtown Sarasota, St. Armands Circle, Lido Beach, UTC's shopping and dining district, and I-75, putting beaches, restaurants, shopping, entertainment, and everyday conveniences within easy reach. Inside, the bright, open interior features new ceramic tile plank flooring throughout, creating a clean and cohesive look with easy maintenance. The updated kitchen offers newer stainless steel appliances, while both bathrooms have been beautifully remodeled. A dedicated utility/hobby room provides flexible additional space and conveniently houses the in-unit washer and dryer. Even better, many of the important improvements have already been taken care of. Updates include a newer A/C (2023), newer water heater (2022), newer electrical panel, all-new electrical outlets, and fully replaced PVC sewer lines beneath the floors-valuable improvements that provide added peace of mind for years to come. As a corner residence, the home also enjoys an inviting outdoor setting enhanced by owner-curated landscaping that wraps around the exterior, adding privacy, curb appeal, and a sense of having your own special place in the community. Updated, comfortable, low-maintenance, and close to everything that makes Sarasota such a desirable place to call home-this one is ready to enjoy from day one. Schedule your private showing today!