8251 Varenna DRIVE, Sarasota, FL, 34231 | $729,900

Price improvement! Villa has had NO damage from Debbie, Helene, OR Milton, and meets all the latest codes. It is not in a flood zone and is far away from Gulf surges. Beautiful, gated, resort-style living in the heart of Sarasota at Esplanade by Siesta Key! Premium, waterfront lot with spectacular views of the lake at its broadest point. Enjoy amazing sunsets, and frequent visits by spoonbills, herons, egrets, etc.

Open, spacious villa with 2BD, 2BA, plus den. Multiple upgrades and improvements. Custom window treatments, crown moldings, tray ceilings, and recessed lights throughout. Stylish, upgraded, wood-look ceramic tile flooring in main rooms.

Great room with sheer vertical shades on tinted sliding glass doors, opening to extended lanai and inviting lake views. Sophisticated kitchen with white, solid wood cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, natural gas cooking range, stunning new area rug, and raised counter bar for snacks and entertaining. Designer quartz counters in kitchen and baths. Primary bedroom with new carpet, 2023; ensuite bath, two sinks, full shower + bench, walk-in closet. Second bedroom with walk-in closet and private access door to second bath. Den/office includes mirrored Murphy bed for extra guests and tall cabinets on each side.

All new hurricane windows, 2016, plus hurricane curtain for lanai and side door. Also pulldown sunscreens on the lanai. Some lanai furniture included.

Laundry room with LG washer/dryer, 2020; sink, and convenient storage.

Large 18” x 22” two-car garage, some shelving, and heat barrier on overhead door. Original hurricane shutters stored here.

HOA fee includes roofs, exterior painting, landscaping, etc. Seller has paid ALL HOA fees for the buyer through the end of the year

Just down the street is the EBSK Amenity Center with beautiful, walk-in lagoon-style pool, spa, pickleball court, Har-Tru tennis court, fire pit area, gazebo, etc. The stylish clubhouse has a full kitchen, social room, pool table, fitness center, etc. , for your daily use and social events. On-site manager and many planned social events. There is also a paw park for your pets.

Minutes to Siesta Key and its famous. #1 beach. Close to trendy Gulf Gate shops, restaurants, bistros, and bus lines. Approximately 20 minutes will get you anywhere you want to go-—downtown Sarasota, theaters, museums, Gulf beaches, the UTC mall, SRQ airport, etc. Drive south on 41 to Venice and all its attractions. Not far to I-75 and destinations beyond.

Come today to see this most desirable community and villa, and enjoy the upcoming, holiday season in Sarasota in this lovely new home!

Features

  • Amenities: Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Gated, Pickleball Court(s), Pool, Recreation Facilities, Spa/Hot Tub, Tennis Court(s)
  • Rooms: 7
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Baths: 2 full
  • Lot Size: 38 x 134
  • Laundry: Inside, Same Floor As Condo Unit
  • Year Built: 2014
  • Garage: 2-car Garage Door Opener, Ground Level
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Approx Sq. Feet: 1,639
  • Acreage: 0.12
  • Lot Size: 38 x 134
  • Est. Taxes: $4,182
  • HOA Fee: $850 Quarterly
  • Lot Desc: In County, Landscaped, Level, Near Public Transit
  • View: Water
  • Elem. School: Phillippi Shores Elementary
  • Middle School: Brookside Middle
  • High School: Riverview High
  • Pet Policy: Breed Restrictions
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • MLS#: A4617751
  • Days on Market: 130 days
  • Website: https://www.raveis.com
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8251 Varenna DRIVE, Sarasota, FL, 34231

$729,900

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5/6 (30 Yr)
Adjustable Rate Conforming*
30 Year
Fixed-Rate Conforming
15 Year
Fixed-Rate Conforming
Loan Amount $583,920 $583,920 $583,920
Term 360 months 360 months 180 months
Initial Interest Rate** 7.125% 6.990% 5.990%
Interest Rate based on Index + Margin 8.125%
Annual Percentage Rate 7.456% 7.171% 6.276%
Monthly Tax Payment $349 $349 $349
H/O Insurance Payment $92 $92 $92
Initial Principal & Interest Pmt $3,934 $3,881 $4,924
Total Monthly Payment $4,374 $4,321 $5,364

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