5489 Downham MeadowsSarasota, FL 34235Price: $545,000

BRAND NEW ROOF, no CDD fee, and not in a flood zone. Three bedrooms/ two baths with over 2,100 sq. ft. and plenty of room to build your own pool(.29 of an acre). The home is located just around the corner from Benderson Park (550 acres of park) and Mote Marine Aquarium. The Meadows, one of Sarasota's most conveniently located golf course communities, offers a range of amenities and is conveniently located just a 15-minute drive from downtown Sarasota. This prime location provides residents with easy access to the city's attractions, including The University Town Center and its shopping districts, which are conveniently situated within minutes of the community. The Meadows community spans 1,650 acres and features over 80 lakes, providing residents with ample opportunities for outdoor recreation and relaxation amidst the beauty of nature and wildlife. The development offers a comprehensive array of community amenities, including miles of biking and hiking trails, a playground, active sports facilities, a fitness center, a game and card room, billiards, social events, and more. Optional membership to the Meadows Country Club provides residents with access to exceptional amenities, including 54 holes of golf on three championship courses, 17 Har-Tru tennis courts with professional instruction, pickleball courts, a Junior Olympic Pool Complex, a fitness club offering a variety of classes, and a restaurant providing dining and bar services. The community boasts a shopping village, convenience store, beauty salon, dental office, village pub, and restaurant, catering to the residents' daily needs and preferences. This exceptional home features an extra-long driveway capable of accommodating four vehicles. Additionally, the property offers breathtaking golf course views from nearly every room. Recent updates include: Roof (w/15 yr. transferable warranty), stainless steel appliance package, laminate wood flooring, carpeting, and a replaced well pump for irrigation. Windows are double-pane energy-efficient windows.