Welcome Home! Discover this well-maintained 2,064 SF, 3-bedroom, 2-bath, 2 car-garage residence in Sarasota's sought-after CRYSTAL LAKES community. The lucky new owner will benefit from a NEW ROOF installed in 2025 and the Newer HVAC system installed in 2023. Even better, the seller completed a FULL PRE-LISTING HOME INSPECTION and addressed the noted repairs for fewer surprises and added confidence. The OVERSIZED Garage includes a hurricane rated garage door, an additional workshop area and a beautiful epoxy finished floor. Outdoor Highlights include * Park-like Backyard Setting * Peaceful Pond View * Serene Preserve backdrop just beyond the water and tasteful, refreshed landscaping throughout. Inside you'll find that the split floor plan offers a front living and dining area, plus a rear family room-each opening to a screened-in lanai that wraps around the back of the home. The well-equipped kitchen features an extensive breakfast bar, abundant cabinets, a pantry and a breakfast room. Just beyond is a substantial laundry room with a utility sink. The primary bedroom boasts two walk-in closets, and a full en-suite bathroom with a separate W/C as well as a walk-in shower. Location is key here as well. You're only minutes from University Town Center with abundant shopping and dining, including the Mall, Whole Foods, Mote Marine and Benderson Park. You're also just minutes to downtown Sarasota, St. Armand's Circle and Lido Beach as well as SRQ airport. For younger families, Gocio Elementary School is walking distance. This home is in the highly desired X FLOOD ZONE as well! Make this your new home!