Residential Property - Single Family Residence in Sarasota
Listing Price: $482,000 (Mortgage Calculator →)
Description of Property
Living here is about far more than just the home — it’s about embracing a lifestyle. Welcome to The Cascades at Sarasota, a premier gated 55+ community offering true maintenance-free, resort-style living. The low HOA provides exceptional value, covering private roads, a spectacular 25,000-square-foot clubhouse with covered verandas, internet, cable, lawn and landscape maintenance, irrigation, landscape pest control, alarm monitoring, and more — allowing you to enjoy a carefree, vacation-inspired lifestyle every day. Built with steel reinforced monolithic concrete foundation, reinforced concrete block construction with poured cells, underground utilities, accordion hurricane shutters, and no flood insurance required, this home offers safety, durability, and peace of mind. You’ll appreciate the home’s outstanding curb appeal with maintenance-free manicured landscaping, a double roll concrete Spanish roof tile, paver driveway and walkway, and elegant stained-glass double entry doors. Lush tropical landscaping, decorative concrete curbing, and a welcoming front entry further enhance the impressive arrival experience. Inside, soaring ceilings and tile floors throughout the main living areas create a bright, open, and elegant atmosphere. The updated kitchen blends style and functionality with professionally painted cabinetry, corion countertops, tile backsplash, a large pantry, and stainless steel appliances. The open-concept living and dining spaces flow seamlessly to the extended screened lanai with brick pavers and a high extended cage, offering tranquil lake and fountain views — perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The primary suite is a serene retreat featuring peaceful water views through a charming bay window, dual air-conditioned walk-in closets, and a spa-inspired en-suite bath with new quartz countertops (2025), dual vanities, a walk-in shower with built-in bench, private water closet, and generous storage. A split-bedroom layout ensures privacy for guests, while the den/murphy bed room provides flexible space for a home office, library, or hobby room. Recent improvements include: • Fresh interior paint (2025) • New carpet in bedrooms (2025) • Refreshed tile in main living areas • Both bathrooms fully updated with quartz countertops and new plumbing fixtures (2025) • Hot water heater (2017) • New A/C system with Maximum Air UV light (2024) • Garage floor coating • Accordion hurricane shutters & hurricane-rated garage door • Solid concrete block construction Life at The Cascades truly feels like a year-round vacation. Residents enjoy a vibrant social scene supported by a full-time on-site lifestyle director, along with a stunning clubhouse featuring an indoor/outdoor heated pool, spa, sauna, fitness center, ballroom, billiards, library, and a full calendar of clubs and activities. Outdoor amenities include tennis, pickleball, bocce courts, and scenic walking paths. Perfectly located just minutes from SRQ Airport, University Town Center, downtown Sarasota, and world-renowned beaches, dining, and shopping, this exceptional lakefront residence delivers the ultimate blend of comfort, convenience, and community. This is your opportunity to own a slice of paradise — where every day truly feels like a vacation. Be sure to click links for virtual tours.
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Sq. Ft. Gross: 2,723
Garage: Yes2 vehicles
Carport: No
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener
Spa Features:
Water Frontage: Lake Front
Water Features:
Water Access:
Property Details At A Glance
Property Type: Residential
Property Use or Sub Type: Single Family Residence
City: Sarasota
County: Manatee
Subdivision: Cascades At Sarasota Ph I
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Sq. Ft. Gross: 2,723
Sq. Ft. Living Area: 2,012
Cost per (heated) sqare foot: $240
Year built: 2004
Annual Tax: $3,471
HOA Fee: $1,731 Quarterly
Taxes and fees can change periodically, and other fees may apply. Please check with your Suncoasteam agent for more details.
- Security
Appliances: Washer
Flooring: Ceramic Tile
Schools
Elementary School: Kinnan Elementary
Middle/Junior High School: Braden River Middle
High School: Southeast High
Pool & Waterfront Info
Private Pool: Not specified
Water Front: Yes
Water Frontage: Lake Front
Exterior & Construction
Architectural Style: Mediterranean
Construction: Concrete
Foundation: Slab
Roof: Tile
Exterior Features: Sliding Doors
Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener
Floors Total: 1
Floors in Unit: One
Cooling: Central Air
Heating & Fuel: Heat Pump
Electric:
Patio & Porch Features: Screened
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Other Structures:
View: Water
Fencing:
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Community Features: Wheelchair Access
Association Amenities: Tennis Court(s)
Lot Information
Lot Features: Private
Lot Size (acres): 0.15
Lot Size (sq. ft.): 6,325 square feet
Lot Dimensions: 58 x 110
Front Exposure: West
Legal Description & Other Information
Financing Available: VA Loan
Parcel Number: 1879201309
Zoning: PDR/WPE/
Senior Community: Yes
Pets Allowed/Pet Policies: Yes
Tax Legal Desc.: LOT 1006 CASCADES AT SARASOTA PHASE I PI#18792.0130/9
Section: 20
Range: 18E
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