This beautifully renovated, free-standing villa in the active 55+ community of Strathmore Riverside offers incredible value, comfort, and convenience in a prime Sarasota location. With no shared walls, this rare spacious 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom cottage-style home also features indoor laundry and a covered carport, making it as practical as it is charming. Enjoy peace of mind with a new roof (2024), new sewer lines, impact windows, updated electrical and plumbing, and new insulation throughout. Inside, you’ll find stylish wood-look tile flooring, new cabinetry, countertops, stainless steel appliances, updated bath fixtures, ceiling fans, fresh paint and trim, and new patio screening—all thoughtfully selected for modern style and comfort. Just steps from the clubhouse, pool, and marina, this villa also features a full-width screened patio, ideal for enjoying Florida’s year-round sunshine. Strathmore Riverside offers a well-protected marina on Phillippi Creek with boat slips available first-come, first-serve—and the low marina fee includes water and electric. From here, you’re just minutes from the Intracoastal Waterway and the Gulf of Mexico. Whether you're into boating or socializing, you'll love the year-round heated pool, vibrant calendar of community events, and unbeatable proximity to Siesta Key Beach, Gulf Gate shopping and dining, and downtown Sarasota—all just minutes away. This is carefree coastal living at its best—affordable, updated, and close to everything. Don’t miss your chance to own a slice of Sarasota paradise in Strathmore Riverside!