Under contract-accepting backup offers. Start your mornings with coffee in your private screened courtyard, spend your afternoons at the beach, and return home to the comfort of this beautifully updated villa in Sarasota's sought-after 55+ community of Center Gate Estate Villas. This 2-bedroom, 2-bath home with a 2-car garage offers vaulted ceilings, a bright open layout, and a kitchen with granite countertops, rich wood cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a breakfast bar that flows into the living and dining spaces. A single skylight fills the main living area with natural light, while the enclosed Florida room offers year-round enjoyment. The spacious primary suite features a walk-in closet and remodeled bath with a walk-in shower, while the guest bedroom and updated guest bath are perfect for visitors. Major updates include a 2022 roof, new flooring throughout, fresh interior paint, new ductwork, upgraded electrical panel, updated lighting and fans, added garage cabinetry, and in late 2025, a brand new garage door opener and sweep were installed. Enjoy maintenance-free living with access to a sparkling community pool and beautifully landscaped grounds, all minutes from shopping, dining, medical facilities, I-75, and Siesta Key Beach. **THIS PROPERTY QUALIFIES FOR A 1% LENDER INCENTIVE IF USING PREFERRED LENDER. INQUIRE FOR MORE DETAILS.**