5713 Avista Drive, Unit 4112Sarasota, FL 34243Price: $259,000

Golf Course Views, Your Own Garage, and a Community That Feels Like Home. Welcome to Avista of Palm-Aire - one of Sarasota's most charming condominium communities, where a quiet park-like setting, and golf course views from your private lanai make every day feel a little like a gift. Situated on the second floor, this 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo plus den offers 1,242 square feet of living space with no neighbors above - just the quiet you came to Florida for. The kitchen, wet bar, and baths were fully updated in 2012 with new cabinetry, granite countertops, and tile flooring. All kitchen appliances were replaced with stainless steel. In the living room you'll find vaulted ceilings and an air-conditioned lanai overlooking the ponds and the 18th fairway of the beautifully renovated golf course at Palm Aire. This west facing lanai includes upgraded shades that reduce heat without blocking those stunning sunset views. The primary suite includes ensuite bath and walk-in closet, and the guest suite has a pocket door for privacy. A flex room can be used as a den, additional guest or hobby space. The unit conveys furnished including a well equipped kitchen and fully stocked linen closets - a convenient starting point for a new homeowner who wants to move in and enjoy from day one. A full-size washer and dryer set is included. One small pet up to 30 pounds is welcome. An oversized, private one-car garage is included - a genuine rarity at this price point and a welcome luxury with extra space for a golf cart or workshop. The community offers plenty of guest parking, a heated pool and spa, and a clubhouse available to reserve for private gatherings. Flood Zone X means no flood insurance requirement. You're minutes from UTC Mall and plenty of other abundant shopping, top Sarasota dining, SRQ Airport, and I-75 - centrally located without the chaos. For those days when the beach is calling you, you're just 11 miles from Lido beach and 14 miles to Siesta Key.