Charming, cozy, and move-in ready in the highly desirable 55+ gated community of Oakwood Manor, the ONLY resident-owned park within Sarasota city limits—meaning NO LOT RENT! This delightful FULLY FURNISHED 2-bedroom, 2-bath bungalow-style home is proof that great things come in the perfect-sized package. Thoughtfully updated with quality improvements throughout, this home offers a desirable split-bedroom floor plan, abundant natural light, exceptional storage, and an inviting open-concept design. The added space of the living room push-out creates the perfect area for additional living or dining space, enhancing both comfort and functionality. The beautifully updated kitchen is designed for both functionality and style, featuring a built-in cooktop, built-in oven, overhead microwave, new refrigerator, garbage disposal, and ample cabinetry—making the most of every inch of space. The spacious front guest bedroom is highlighted by a large bay window that fills the room with natural light and is complimented by an en-suite bathroom and indoor laundry with stackable washer and dryer. A fully enclosed Florida room with newer windows and sliding glass doors provides approximately 120 square feet of additional living or entertaining space and features a convenient pass-through entrance to the front bedroom and guest bath, creating flexibility for guests, hobbies, or a relaxing sitting area. Major improvements provide peace of mind for years to come. Previous updates include vinyl siding, replacement windows, and the main sewer line (2018). Recent renovations include new leveling and support piers (10/2025), all new subflooring throughout the home, including the Florida room (10/2025), fresh interior paint, luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout the main living areas, and all new carpet in both bedrooms (11/2025), a complete new TPO roofover and new carport with additional tie-downs rated up to 150 mph (2/2026), new HVAC system, electrical panel, and meter base (3/2026), a new rear concrete patio (4/2026), and a newly constructed framed, vinyl-sided storage shed (6/2026).
Oakwood Manor is a beautifully maintained, gated 90-acre community offering an exceptional Florida lifestyle with a low $210/month maintenance fee, which includes lawn care, cable TV, access to the heated pool and spa, clubhouse amenities, and more. Residents enjoy a spacious clubhouse with a fitness room, library, billiards, commercial kitchen, event hall, stage, dance floor, and an active social calendar filled with year-round activities, clubs, shuffleboard, putt-putt, and community events. Ideally located adjacent to the Legacy Trail and Sarasota's city-managed pickleball courts. Oakwood Manor is located nearby downtown Sarasota and the sandy shores of Lido Beach is an easy drive, with convenient access to shopping, dining, Tamiami Trail, and I-75. Please note that Oakwood Manor is an age-restricted community and does not permit pets or motorcycles.