5527 Kingsmere, Unit 36Sarasota, FL 34235Sale Price: $315,000

Looking for an updated end unit that feels like home right away, without any of the maintenance headaches, and in a phenomenal location? This end unit is designed to let you live easily with smart updates, privacy, comfort and quick access to it all. The cathedral ceilings, tall windows with plantation shutters and walls of sliders give it a cheerful ambiance and bring in the outside. You will love the neutral tile floors in the living areas that are not only easy on the eyes but also a breeze to keep clean. The kitchen features white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and a breakfast nook. And, just outside, there is a charming patio under a pergola, an ideal spot for grilling and outdoor relaxation. Speaking of relaxation, the glassed-in lanai is going to be your new favorite room, offering tranquil views of a distant golf course for you to enjoy. The primary bedroom features a walk-in closet, quartz countertops in the bath and a hassle-free step-in shower. The second bedroom is an office with built-in desk, but with its Murphy bed, converts easily into a private guest suite. All half a block to the heated pool, just 1.5 miles to Whole Foods and Trader Joe's, and convenient to all The Meadows has to offer. The community's resort lifestyle is complemented by 14 miles of scenic trails, a fitness center, a Junior Olympic pool and 10 pickleball courts. Additional amenities include pay-to-play access on three 18-hole golf courses and a top-tier tennis complex. You'll live near award-winning beaches, remarkable arts and culture, Nathan Benderson Park, Mote SEA Aquarium and The Mall at University Town Center, a world-class shopping, entertainment and dining destination. A fabulous Florida lifestyle awaits! With 2024 shingle roof, 2017 air-conditioning system, 2007 hurricane garage door and above floodplain in zone X.