Under contract-accepting backup offers. Best Value in Center Gate Village | 3BR Sarasota Villa | Preserve View | 2-Car Garage | $259,500 Rare opportunity to own a spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bath villa with a 2-car garage in Sarasota’s desirable 55+ community of Center Gate Village. Priced at $259,500, this 1,557 sq ft single-level end-unit villa offers exceptional space, privacy, and value in a maintenance-free Sarasota community just minutes from Siesta Key Beach. This move-in ready villa has been freshly painted throughout and features brand new stainless-steel appliances. Major components have already been addressed, including a recently replaced A/C system, allowing the next owner to focus on enjoying the Florida lifestyle and adding updates at their own pace. The bright, open floor plan features vaulted ceilings, generous room sizes, and a split-bedroom layout for added privacy. Multiple porch and lanai spaces overlook a peaceful preserve, creating the perfect setting for morning coffee, relaxing evenings, or entertaining guests. The attached 2-car garage is a rare feature for villas in this price range and provides additional storage and everyday convenience. Residents of Center Gate Village 5 enjoy an active 55+ lifestyle with maintenance-free living, including a community pool and clubhouse for social gatherings and neighborhood events. The location offers easy access to Siesta Key Beach, Gulf Coast beaches, shopping, dining, golf courses, medical facilities, and I-75, making it ideal for both full-time residents and seasonal snowbirds. 3-bedroom villas with a 2-car garage in this Sarasota 55+ community rarely come available at this price point. Schedule your showing today—this is one of the best values currently available in Center Gate Village.