5894 Carriage Dr., Sarasota, FL 34243

**MULTIPLE OFFERS - HIGHEST & BEST by 5:00pm Sunday 5/30** This 3 bed/2.5 bath home is currently the only single family pool home, over 1800 sf, in the entire zip code that is under $450,000! Situated on a private lot with a preserve view you’ll enjoy relaxing on your paver lanai and floating in your heated pool without having to worry about neighbors in your backyard. The main living room features vaulted ceilings, a wood burning fireplace and pocket sliders that open to the lanai and preserve view. The large master bedroom includes an alcove area that can easily be used as a small office. Both the master bathroom and guest bathroom have been completely redone and the concrete tile roof is just 10 years old. The rest of the house however does need some updating…particularly the floors, areas of the ceiling, kitchen/appliances, AC etc., but you simply cannot beat this price in this market. In fact, at this price you have plenty of room to do all the upgrades you could ever want. Mote Ranch is a highly sought after community with low HOA fees and NO CDD fees. Mote Ranch is beautifully landscaped and features a large community pool, kayak launch on the Braden River, fishing area, and playground. Optional membership at the Palm-Air Golf & Country Club is also available. Mote Ranch is in an ideal location…Less than 5 miles to UTC Mall, just 6 miles to Lakewood Ranch Main Street, less than 10 miles to downtown Sarasota and only 12 miles to St Armand’s Circle and the beautiful white sand of Lido Beach. Plus, easy access to the Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport that’s just 7 miles away. Ready to turn this home into your Florida dream home? Schedule a showing today because at this price in this market it may not be around tomorrow. **READ REALTOR REMARKS**