4211 64th Avenue ESarasota, FL 34243Sale Price: $425,000

Two bedrooms, a den, and water views in one of Sarasota's most active 55+ communities - and no CDD fees. This home in Cascades at Sarasota has been well cared for and is completely carpet-free, with tile and luxury vinyl plank throughout. The layout works: an eat-in kitchen with updated finishes, a separate dining area, two comfortable bedrooms, and a den that works well as a home office or hobby room. The extended screened lanai has water views, sunsets, and enough room to actually entertain - not just two chairs and a side table. Cascades is a gated, maintenance-free community with lawn care included and no CDD fees. The 25,000-square-foot clubhouse was recently renovated and includes a heated indoor-outdoor pool, fitness center, banquet hall, six Har-Tru tennis courts with a full-time pro, pickleball, bocce, and an arts and crafts room with two pottery kilns. There's a full activity calendar if you want it, or you can keep to yourself - the community supports both. Location-wise, you're about 15 minutes from downtown Sarasota, the Ringling Museum, and Selby Gardens. Siesta Key, Lido Key, and Longboat Key are all within easy reach. UTC Mall and St. Armands Circle are close for shopping and dining, and Sarasota International Airport is convenient for traveling.