2492 S Milmar DriveSarasota, FL 34237Sale Price: $1,845,000

New, urban coastal residence in the Gardens of Ringling neighborhood in Sarasota's desirable Downtown East. Wow, what a great location! Close to everything that makes Sarasota such a great place to live -- the Legacy Trail is just out the back gate, within one mile of Payne Park, downtown and Publix or Sprouts markets, and just two miles to Bayfront Park, Ed Smith Stadium, Sarasota Memorial Hospital and Southside Village. Love the beach? Climb aboard the complimentary Bay Runner trolley at its north terminus for a free ride over the iconic Ringling Bridge to Lido Beach with stops in downtown and St. Armands Circle. Light, airy and blissfully serene, this 3,352-square-foot residence reflects a coastal vibe comingled with urban chic. Large windows and high ceilings allow natural light to illuminate the open floor plan where common areas are connected for easy living. Quality construction includes concrete block first-floor, standing-seam metal roof, wide-plank luxury vinyl flooring, impact glass windows and sliding glass doors, solid-wood cabinets with soft-close mechanism, 8-foot solid-core interior doors, and screened-in outdoor kitchen, lanai and swimming pool. Luxury appointments include quartz countertops, kitchen island with waterfall detail, Bosch kitchen appliances, contemporary lighting and laundry on each floor. Private areas include four bedrooms, three full baths and two half baths. The primary suite on the first floor has a spacious bedroom, oversize walk-in closet with dual sections, laundry alcove and en-suite bath. Three additional bedrooms are on the second floor, along with two baths, loft and laundry closet. A home office is on the first floor. This home loves the outdoors, too. Sliding glass doors lead to a large covered lanai featuring an outdoor kitchen with built-in grill, chimney vent, stainless sink and under-counter refrigerator. This entire area is screened-in along with the swimming pool. The backyard is surrounded by easy-care landscape, and a privacy fence with gate access to the Legacy Trail. Gardens of Ringling in Downtown East is an established neighborhood with easy access to Sarasota's exceptional amenities. Welcome home to an urban coastal retreat with livable comfort.