A perfectly appointed fully furnished two-bedroom, one bath condo in the quaint and vibrant complex of Village Plaza, this 55 and over community is centrally located to the best that Sarasota has to offer. Perfect for year-round enjoyment or as your winter getaway, this 2nd floor PET FRIENDLY end unit comes equipped with all you’ll need for an “instant vacation”- Fully stocked and functional kitchen with a separate dining area off the kitchen, the cozy living room offers floor-to-ceiling sliders that lead to your private screened-in patio overlooking the tranquil courtyard. The spacious main bedroom has a large walk-in closet, and the guest bedroom has direct access to the patio from the sliding glass doors. Ample closet space and a bonus storage closet on the patio for all your beach gear. BRAND NEW WATER HEATER. Within the inviting enclave of Village Plaza you will find 62 apartment-style units (in addition to the 88 villas) offering a variety of amenities including a heated swimming pool, sauna, community BBQ grilling area, clubhouse, fitness center, library, billiards room, pickleball & shuffleboard, a community herb garden and a gathering center that hosts a variety of social events including yoga, water exercise classes, trivia, a bridge club and a book club, happy hour and more. The clubhouse, pool, and pickleball court are just one building over, mere steps from the unit. Just 6 miles to famed Siesta Key Beach, 5 miles to the vibrant cultural offerings of downtown Sarasota, and a mile to the Legacy Trail and a top-rated golf course. Village Plaza is walking distance to Starbucks, Publix, Walgreens, Home Goods and more. Convenient to shopping, dining & banking, with public transportation right outside the complex. Under 3.5 miles to the I-75 and the 2 best hospitals in our area. Super low monthly HOA of $462 includes Cable TV, Internet, Common Area Taxes, Community Pool, Escrow Reserves Fund, Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance Repairs, Pest Control, Pool Maintenance, Private Road, Maintenance Exterior, Manager, Pest Control, and Recreational Facilities. Meet new friends and enjoy the maintenance-free lifestyle Village Plaza has to offer!