INVITING SARASOTA POOL HOME IN CENTER GATE ESTATES WITH ENDLESS UPDATES! Nestled in one of Sarasota's most established and desirable neighborhoods, this recently updated family home with a pool offers the perfect blend of comfort and design. Situated on a 0.40-acre corner lot at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac with mature trees, this 3 bedroom, 2 bath property provides everything you could want in a Florida home. Boasting countless upgrades, an ideal split-bedroom layout, bright sunlit rooms, and a freshly painted serene lanai, this move-in-ready gem is laid out perfectly for seamless living and entertaining. The vaulted ceilings in the family room add to the open, airy feel & the breakfast bar creates a wonderful spot to stay connected to family or visiting friends. Step outside to your private oasis - a tranquil, screened in pool with expansive backyard views. Four sets of sliding doors open to extend the living space, encouraging indoor/outdoor entertaining year-round. Whether relaxing by the pool, hosting BBQ's, or simply soaking up the sun, this home is ideal for outdoor living at its best. A newly updated kitchen, located at the heart of the home, offers NEW Quartz countertops & NEW marble backsplash, stainless steel appliances, a pass-through window, and a cozy breakfast nook with views of the pool. This home features a spacious main suite, two additional good-size bedrooms, a convenient pool bath, plentiful storage and a two-car garage. With upgrades throughout, including a newer shingle roof (2019), HVAC (2017), pool pump (2021), interior paint (2021) and freshly painted lanai & garage (2024), this home is as functional as it is beautiful. Sought-after location near highly rated Sarasota schools--Ashton Elementary, Sarasota Middle, and Riverview High School--as well as shops, dining, fitness centers, and the beautiful Urfer Family Neighborhood Park. You'll also be just minutes from Doctors Hospital, the renowned Siesta Key Beach, I-75, and the UTC Mall, putting everything Sarasota is known for available in minutes!