This charming residence at 1231 South Orange Avenue was built with a craftsman style in the 1950s and was completely updated in the 1990s to include another level for the owner's retreat. The 2,319-square-foot home has four bedrooms and three baths. A detached garage is at the rear of the approximately quarter-acre property. As you enter the home from a long and wide front porch, you immediately notice the two-story vaulted ceiling with a powerful fan perched at the top and two skylights, making the room very airy and comfortable. The oak wood floors extend into the dining area with an elevated ledge for picture display and other objects. Its renovated kitchen and eating area was professionally designed in 2019 and includes a banquette with covered storage, luxury vinyl plank flooring, subway tile, white shaker cabinetry with soft-close drawers, glass-front shelves with inside and underneath lighting, quartzmcountertops, KitchenAid oven, microwave and dishwasher, a side-by-side LG refrigerator and hand-crafted pendants that add a touch of elegance above the single-bowl stainless steel sink. The den flows from the kitchen with a wood-burning fireplace and leads into an enclosed backyard, which is beautifully landscaped in a park-like setting with a brick patio and outside shower. Each of the four bedrooms exits through French doors onto a balcony porch or patio, which makes outside living enjoyable and unique. You enter the second level of the residence from a circular stairwell to a landing with a custom bookcase and a wide sitting area overlooking the living room and dining rooms. It flows into a very spacious master bedroom with two walk-in closets and an outside balcony for viewing people walking, biking or watching the Fourth of July fireworks over Sarasota Bay. The master bath was recently updated, including glass shower doors, a soaking tub, double sinks and a pocket door to the water closet. A skylight provides natural light. A French door from the dining room leads you to a portico and garage with an attic and cabinets for storage and an expansive work surface. An extra full-size refrigerator is an added bonus. The home is kept quiet by the installation of double pane windows that buffer most outside sounds. The 3M product covering the inside of the windows adds additional protection. The Seminole Heights community is within easy walking distance to Marie Selby Botanical Gardens and in close proximity to Southside Village, coveted Southside Elementary School, Sarasota's vibrant downtown, medical facilities and shopping venues. Make your memories here.

West of Trail rare opportunity to own an updated Circa 1926 Spanish Mission home in the desirable Poinsettia Park neighborhood across from Cherokee Park. This enchanting four bedroom and four bathroom home includes a two car garage built in 2010, plus above the new garage, you will be quite surprised to find an upstairs ensuite addition, complete with private entry, zen bathroom, kitchenette, living and dining areas plus a charming balcony overlooking the circular, paved driveway. Please Note: The Main House has Three Bedrooms and Three Baths, and the upstairs ensuite has the fourth bedroom, living and dining areas plus a kitchenette. This area is totally self sufficient. This upstairs oasis could also function as an owner's retreat, guesthouse, home office or generational accommodations. The ambiance of this property includes privacy and serenity whether lounging poolside, reading a book on one of the various screened porches or verandas or simply enjoying living in this updated one-of-a-kind treasure. Such a lovely "compound" offers a unique opportunity to own a piece of history, while enjoying the intimate rooms, beautiful millwork, hidden nooks and plenty of places for a variety of active as well as passive activities. An abundance of care, restoration and attention to detail are found throughout this hidden gem which is blessed with abundant fruit trees, specimen trees, romantic landscaping and private gardens and pathways! You will truly be mesmerized with this enchanting oasis located in the heart of the Southside School District and blocks from the shops and eateries along Hillview, near Sarasota Memorial Hospital and a short drive to either Siesta Key, the amenities of Downtown Sarasota or the world class shopping at St. Armand's Circle. This is truly a rare opportunity to own a precious work of art!

This stunning feature home by Neal Signature Homes, luxury builder in Country Club East . Featuring luxury design features throughout, it has the latest look in interior finishes and crisp, clean lines. The high end fit and finish includes crown molding in the main living areas, quartz countertops, upgraded cabinetry, and much more.

Under Construction. Elegant paired villa offers low maintenance living! This two-bedroom, two bath Seascape floor plan offers open, flowing space with a study. 7X22 tile flooring covers all the main living areas, plush carpet in the bedrooms. Chef's kitchen features popular Linen colored cabinets with Minuet Viatera Quartz counter tops. Home features stainless-steel appliances. Oversized bar on island gives you more prep room or makes a great place for serving dishes while entertaining or for having breakfast. The dining room is right across from the kitchen, for ease of serving. Study is a great place for at home office or to fit your lifestyle needs. Great Room is open all the way to the back with glass sliders, giving you the option of bringing the outdoors in. Extended lanai is a great place to enjoy breezy Florida evenings. Owner's suite offers an abundance of natural light, great shower with seat, and a dual sink vanity with a raised cabinet. The en suite also has a walk-in closet with a space for linens. The secondary bedroom is located at the front of the house with another full bath. Extras include 8’ interior doors, Ecobee smart thermostat and more. Sunrise offers some of the finest South Florida living and activities including tennis, pickleball and bocce ball, state of the art clubhouse featuring a gathering room and exercise room, and an amazing resort style pool area. Incentives can change at any time without notice. Taxes are appox as it is new construction. Prices and incentives are subject to change without notice. Up to $5000 towards closing costs assistance only offered with the use of builder's preferred lender and title company. Incentive amount may vary based on loan program selected by buyer. Closing cost incentive can only be used as a financing incentive and cannot be used towards price (i.e. base price, options, lot premium, etc.). Good on sales made by 1/31/22 that can close within 45 days of a secured contract. Per the terms of the Purchase and Sales Agreement, any homebuyer cannot lease the property within 1 year of ownership of the property. Timing to move forward to a purchase agreement may vary based on availability of weekly sales allotments and Intent To Purchase list volume. Please ask New Home Counselor for details. Home should be completed by February 2022. Photos are of the MODEL home and NOT the actual home offered for sale.

Welcome to Paradise! As you enter into the highly sought-after Cascades mature community, you be thrilled to note that the homes enjoy a guarded and gated entrance, that enhances your security and peace of mind. This beautiful, original owner's home is situated on one of the largest lots in the community, which boasts a professionally landscaped corner lot offering the utmost in serenity as well as privacy along with numerous specimen trees and plantings for your quiet enjoyment. As you enter the screened front porch you will be greeted by a double door entry that leads you into this stunning two bedroom, two bath home plus a den or office could also serve as a third bedroom for your guests. The uniqueness of this home is the vast entry with soaring cathedral ceilings floating high above the large porcelain tiled floors throughout the great room, open dining room, spacious kitchen along with a light-filled breakfast room. Throughout you will be delighted by all the custom and meticulously maintained upgrades and designer enhanced amenities from two hurricane-resistant glass sliding doors, hurricane sliding shutters on the windows and the two-car pristine garage with a polyaspartic flooring finish. Other amenities are in-ceiling speakers, fully remodeled guest bath with walk-in shower, solar light tube in the kitchen with radiant daylight, L4 granite counters, a new refrigerator and washer are included with all the other neutral appliances that are included. The luxurious master retreat has dual walk-in closets, dual custom-built vanities, a large corner soaker tub as well as a separate walk-in shower. The main rooms focus their views along the glass walls viewing the screened lanai giving you access to the oversized backyard boasting colorful plantings along with a wide variety of palms and specimen trees that surround this lovely home. So, whether you wish to relax on the lanai, retreat to the den or entertain in the main areas, this home offers it all, along with a maintenance-free lifestyle. The intimate neighborhood streets are shaded by mature trees and a variety of lush tropical landscaping that line the sidewalks and common areas. The neighborhood boasts one of the most beautiful resort-style clubhouses with indoor and outdoor amenities that promote a healthy and active lifestyle. The Cascades at Sarasota also has a Sarasota mailing address, which is a compelling feature to being a resident living in this Active-Adult, Gated Community. To complement the gorgeous Club House are Meeting Rooms, Billiards, Card Rooms, Auditorium and plenty of space for any hobby you wish to pursue. Your day can be as busy as you would want playing Tennis, Pickle Ball, Bocci Ball, Working out in the complete Gym, Swimming in the Resort-style indoor/outdoor Pool, participating in guest lectures, socials, screenings, movie or book clubs as well as partaking in many delicious dining events too numerous to mention, or simply enjoy the quiet and relaxing lifestyle in your enchanting home loaded with custom details and special features that will bring your peace and relaxation. If you are looking for a high quality home located close to shopping and easy access to major roadways, Universities, SRQ Airport, and minutes to downtown Sarasota or Bradenton, we are offering this rare opportunity to be the second owner of this pristine home in The Cascades At Sarasota. All room sizes are approximate and all amenities need verification for your approval.