Virtually Staged. PRIVATE POOL HOME CLOSE TO DOWNTOWN SARASOTA WITH NO HOA! An excellent opportunity for first-time buyers, investors, or anyone looking for a centrally located Sarasota home with character, outdoor living space, and significant improvements already completed. Situated on a generous 8,381-square-foot lot in an established Sarasota neighborhood experiencing renewed investment and new home construction, this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom Craftsman-style home offers its own private swimming pool and convenient access to downtown Sarasota's restaurants, shopping, entertainment, and waterfront attractions. Since 2018, the current owners have invested in a number of significant improvements, including a new roof with a registered GAF Golden Pledge warranty (2020), replacement air-conditioning system (2020), new water heater, pool resurfacing (2020), upgraded pool pump (2025), privacy fencing (2021), hurricane protection improvements (2020), and interior painting. The home also features a SimpliSafe security system and Ring video doorbell, providing additional convenience and security features. These updates address several of the home's major components, with supporting documentation available. Roof warranty coverage and transferability are subject to GAF's terms. Inside, the home captures the charm of traditional Old Florida living, with natural light, original built-in shelving, and the distinctive character of a 1930s Craftsman-style residence. The updated kitchen features stainless steel appliances, while all three bedrooms offer their own closets. A bonus room adjoining the primary bedroom provides additional flexibility for a home office, sitting room, or private retreat. The private swimming pool is the centerpiece of the outdoor space, surrounded by tropical landscaping and a fully fenced backyard. Whether entertaining friends, enjoying a weekend by the pool, or simply relaxing in the Florida sunshine, the property offers a private outdoor setting with the space and freedom of a single-family home. Just five minutes from downtown Sarasota, the property's location offers the convenience of city living without sacrificing the privacy and character of an established Old Florida neighborhood. Enjoy easy access to downtown's restaurants, cafés, boutique shopping, theatres, art galleries, and Sarasota's beautiful Bayfront, while Ed Smith Stadium, Robarts Arena, and the Legacy Trail are also nearby. Siesta Key and Lido Key beaches are within easy reach, offering the best of Sarasota's coastal lifestyle. Spend an evening enjoying downtown, then return home to the privacy of your own backyard and swimming pool.