Located in the heart of Sarasota, this desirable 55+ community offers the perfect combination of comfort, convenience, and the Florida lifestyle. Residents enjoy a variety of amenities included in the low HOA fee, such as a community pool, shuffleboard courts, clubhouse, recreational facilities, basic cable, landscaping, and more. World-famous Siesta Key Beach and Lido Key Beach are only few miles away.This rare free-standing, maintenance-free villa in the Strathmore community features 1 bedroom...Located in the heart of Sarasota, this desirable 55+ community offers the perfect combination of comfort, convenience, and the Florida lifestyle. Residents enjoy a variety of amenities included in the low HOA fee, such as a community pool, shuffleboard courts, clubhouse, recreational facilities, basic cable, landscaping, and more. World-famous Siesta Key Beach and Lido Key Beach are only few miles away.This rare free-standing, maintenance-free villa in the Strathmore community features 1 bedroom, a den, and 1 bathroom with many recent upgrades. In 2023, hurricane-impact, double-pane insulated windows were installed, along with new hurricane-impact front and back doors. The HVAC system was replaced in 2024, and all water lines have been re-piped with CPVC.The bathroom has been beautifully updated with grab bars, a built-in nook, bench seating, a new toilet, faucet, fixtures, and mirror. The kitchen has been refreshed with new LED ceiling lighting, freshly painted cabinets, and updated hardware. Additional improvements include new ceiling fans, blinds, curtain rods, and curtains throughout the home.The unit does not currently have a washer and dryer; however, the storage room under the carport could be converted into a laundry room with a stackable washer and dryer. Conveniently located just a few steps from the villa is the community laundry facility, where residents can use coin-operated washers and dryers.The low HOA fee covers water, sewer, internet, cable, trash, lawn care, landscaping, irrigation, roof repairs, exterior pest control, clubhouse access, community pool, and much more.Bobby Jones Golf Club is just minutes away, along with a nearby dog park and beautiful green spaces for walking, running, and biking. The community is conveniently located only 10 minutes from UTC Mall and downtown Sarasota, with easy access to shopping, dining, entertainment, and cultural attractions.