5857 Carriage DRIVE, Sarasota, FL 34243

$599,999 Asking Price

3 beds
2 baths
2,081  sqft
Built in 1993

This stunning home on a prime water front lot will now have a BRAND NEW ROOF! This 3 bedroom + den home in the highly desired community of Mote Ranch was beautifully renovated in 2023 and has one of the best open floor plans in the community. 3 sets of glass sliding doors and a large bay window all offer peaceful lake views from any spot in the house. The outdoor space is expansive and includes an oversized lanai with new pavers and plenty of undercover area for al fresco dining, lounging, and more. The patio extends outside the lanai cage with a large back deck for enjoying stunning sunsets over the water and a fire pit area for those cooler winter evenings. The owner's have added over $100k in upgrades over the last few years, including a dream gourmet kitchen for the chef and entertainer. This central space features a huge cooking island, top of the line stainless steel appliances, gleaming quartz countertops and custom wood cabinetry with convenient pull outs & organizers. Other notable upgrades in the home include a new dual sink vanity and gorgeous marble shower and floor tile in the guest bathroom, modern light fixtures throughout, custom sliding doors to enclose the den/office, brand new pavers on the lanai and extended deck, new appliances including washer/dryer, and quality luxury vinyl flooring throughout the home. A brand new roof is currently in process and the entire HVAC system was replaced in 2022, including all new duct work. Mote Ranch is very desirable for it's prime location near University Town Center with all the shopping and dining venues you could want and quick and easy access to I75. For a low HOA fee of just over $200/quarter, residents are able to enjoy Braden River access via the community kayak launch and fishing dock. There is also a large community swimming pool & playground. Homes in Mote Ranch do not last long - don't miss your chance to make this your new home! The home is beautifully furnished with quality furniture & decor and seller is willing to sell all furnishings on a separate bill of sale! Seller is offering a buyer concession of $12,000 with acceptable offer.

Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Eating Space In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
Rooms:
Den/Library/Office, Inside Utility
Appliances:
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Laundry:
Inside, Laundry Room
Flooring:
Laminate, Luxury Vinyl, Marble
A/C:
true, Central Air
Heating:
true, Central

Exterior

General:
Irrigation System, Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Private Mailbox, Rain Gutters, Sliding Doors, Sprinkler Metered
Style:
Florida

Construction

Roofing:
Shingle
Windows:
Window Treatments
General:
Block, Concrete, Stucco, One, Slab

Location

Road/Access:
Street Paved
HOA Amenities:
Playground, Pool, Recreation Facilities, Community Pool, Manager, Pool Maintenance, Recreational Facilities, 222.0, Quarterly
Originating MLS:
Stellar MLS
County:
Manatee

Lot

Zoning:
RMF6/WPE, LOT 87 VILLAGE I MOTE RANCH SUB PI#19204.0440/5, 1920404405
View:
Water

Utilities

Utilities:
BB/HS Internet Available, Electricity Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Sprinkler Meter, Water Connected
Water:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
Stellar MLS

This listing courtesy of:
KELLER WILLIAMS ON THE WATER S, Tanner Frey

About Sarasota, FL

Housing

Number of Units
152,825
Median Home Value
$341,369
Median Rent
$1,292

27.49% of housing units are renter occupied.

18.88% are vacant.

Commute

Car
66.43%
Public Transportation
0.60%
Walk to Work
0.72%
Work from Home
31.09%
Other
0.55%

The median travel time to work is 16 minutes.

People

Population
264,751
Median Age
51.20
Median Household Size
2.39

Education

High School
26.25%
Associate’s Degree
8.64%
Bachelor’s Degree
22.70%
Graduate Degree
17.31%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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