Under contract-accepting backup offers. Best value in Center Gate Village 5. Priced at $259,500, this spacious 3BR/2BA single-level villa with an attached 2-car garage offers peace of mind and outstanding potential in one of Sarasota’s most sought-after 55+ communities. The interior has just been freshly painted and new appliance to be installed soon. Set beside a quiet preserve, this end-unit villa is move-in comfortable today, with the flexibility to update at your own pace. Major items are already taken care of, including a newer roof and an A/C approximately one year old, allowing you to focus on personal touches while enjoying the Florida lifestyle right away. Inside, the 1,557 sq ft layout feels bright and open, featuring vaulted ceilings, generous room sizes, and easy flow to multiple porch and lanai spaces—ideal for morning coffee, reading, or entertaining friends. The split bedroom plan provides privacy, and the attached 2-car garage adds storage and convenience rarely found at this price point. Center Gate Village 5 is known for its friendly, active 55+ atmosphere, offering maintenance-free living, a community pool, and a clubhouse for social gatherings. The location is hard to beat—just minutes to shopping, dining, medical facilities, I-75, golf, and Siesta Key Beach. If you’ve been watching this neighborhood, you know opportunities like this are rare—especially at this price. With a freshly painted interior, solid structure, serene preserve setting, and the biggest expenses already addressed, this villa offers an exceptional chance to create your Sarasota retreat before snowbird season begins. Schedule your private tour today and see why this is the best value in Center Gate.