Under contract-accepting backup offers. 2 BED / 2 BATH / 2 CAR GARAGE MAINTENANCE-FREE VILLA BUILT IN 2018 CLOSE TO POOL AND DOG PARK IN UNIVERSITY VILLAGE. MODEL QUALITY AND MOVE-IN READY. This warm and friendly boutique enclave neighborhood is a tranquil and private oasis known for its strategic location near downtown Sarasota, Gulf beaches, and the bustling UTC Shopping and Entertainment District. This Medallion-built villa features BRICK PAVER DRIVEWAY, TILE ROOF, and welcoming covered front porch. The OPEN CONCEPT GREAT ROOM FLOOR PLAN gives you the kitchen-dining-family room combination that makes casual Florida living so great. The heart of this home is the beautifully designed chef's kitchen which features modern WHIRLPOOL STAINLESS-STEEL APPLIANCES, QUARTZ COUNTERS, 42” SOLID WOOD CABINTRY w/soft close doors, slide out drawers for pots and pans, under cabinet lighting, and a generous pantry. The LARGE CENTER ISLAND is a spot where friends and family will love to gather. The great room features a large TRAY CEILING, TILE FLOORING, and a CUSTOM-BUILT RUSTIC WOOD FEATURE WALL complete with ELECTRIC FIREPLACE providing the room with texture and ambiance . SLIDING GLASS DOORS LEAD FROM THE GREAT ROOM TO A LARGE COVERED AND SCREENED EXTENDED LANAI where you will enjoy tranquil POND VIEWS AND NATURE VIEWS in the distance. The lanai wall has been pre-plumbed for gas for those who enjoy grilling. You will love entertaining friends and family or just relaxing and watching the birds from this spot. This home also has a separate brick patio that is not screened-in where you can enjoy the sun. The split bedroom floorplan gives this home great privacy and separation of space. The primary suite has his and her closets and the ensuite bath has two separate vanities and a nice sized walk-in shower. The second bedroom, at the front of the home, is the perfect guest room or office (as currently configured.) Recent improvements include brand new exterior paint and Lexan hurricane window shutters. University Village offers a HEATED COMMUNITY POOL and SPA with covered lanai and grill area, SOCIAL CLUBHOUSE with card tables and kitchen, DOG PARK, and GATED SECURE ENTRY. The LOW HOA OF ONLY $318/MO COVERS YARD CARE, POOL, SOCIAL CLUBHOUSE, INTERNET, CABLE TV which includes many PREMIUM CHANNELS, and there is NO CDD FEE. Super close to Publix, Downtown Sarasota, Bayfront, Lido, and nearby Gulf beaches, and SRQ Airport. THIS HOME IS AN ABSOLUTE MUST SEE!