6988 Country Lakes Circle, Sarasota, FL 34243
Local realty services provided by:Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Atchley Properties
Listed by: bernadette caswell, judy nimz
Office: michael saunders & company
MLS#:A4692570
Source:MFRMLS
Price summary
- Price:$739,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$216.27
- Monthly HOA dues:$40.42
About this home
Rare opportunity to own a beautifully updated lakefront pool home in the private enclave of Country Lakes within the Palm Aire community. Built by respected builder Dan Najjar, this contemporary coastal residence with 3/bedroom and 3/full bath reflects quality craftsmanship and thoughtful design throughout. Recent improvements include: PGT impact windows and sliders (2026), HVAC replacement (2026), widened driveway, added side patio and walkway, fencing, professional landscaping, pool cage repainting and rescreening, interior and exterior painting, renovated kitchen and two secondary bathrooms (2024), LED recessed lighting, removal of popcorn ceilings, updated outlets and switches, wide-plank luxury vinyl flooring, and custom cedar closet systems in the primary suite. Bright interior featuring high ceilings, split-bedroom floor plan, and a refined light color palette. Updated kitchen offering custom cabinetry with soft-close doors and drawers plus integrated storage solutions and expansive quartz countertops. Formal living and dining rooms flow into the great room and kitchen, creating an open and functional layout. A pocket door separates the secondary bedrooms and bath area for additional privacy. The primary suite features sliding doors to the covered lanai, spacious ensuite bath, and two walk-in closets. All three bathrooms offer low-entry showers, and wide doorways throughout the home enhance accessibility and ease of living. Outdoor living spaces are designed for both entertaining and relaxation, with a screened lanai, 24-foot pool, pool bath access, and mature landscaping. A separate fully fenced side yard provides a private, zen-inspired patio retreat. Additional highlights include an oversized 3-car garage, low annual HOA fees, and a location outside of a flood zone. Optional membership at Palm-Aire Country Club includes 36 holes of golf, Har-Tru tennis courts, pickleball, Olympic-size heated pool, fitness center, and clubhouse amenities. Ideally located just off the University Parkway corridor, with easy access to Nathan Benderson Park, Lakewood Ranch, Whole Foods, Fresh Market, Trader Joe’s, and The Mall at University Town Center (UTC), offering premier shopping and dining. Conveniently located near downtown Sarasota’s vibrant arts and cultural attractions, renowned Gulf beaches, and Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport. Available turnkey furnished....
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Home facts
- Year built:1989
- Subdivision & Development:COUNTRY LAKES
- Listing ID #:A4692570
- Added:72 day(s) ago
- Updated:August 07, 2026 at 12:14 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:3
- Total bathrooms:3
- Full bathrooms:3
- Flooring:Luxury Vinyl, Tile
- Dining Description:Formal Dining Room
- Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stone Counters
- Bedroom Description:High Ceilings, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Split Bedroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Living area:2,121 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air
- Heating:Central, Electric, Heat Pump
- Central air:Yes
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Shingle
- Year built:1989
- Building area:2,121 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.38 Acres
- Lot Features:Landscaped, Level, Near Golf Course, Paved
- Architectural Style:Florida, Ranch
- Construction Materials:Block, Stucco
- Exterior Features:Covered Porch/Patio, Lighting, Patio, Rain Gutters, Screened, Side Porch
- Foundation Description:Slab
- Levels:1 Story
Schools
- High school:Braden River High
- Middle school:Braden River Middle
- Elementary school:Robert E Willis Elementary
Utilities
- Water:Public, Water Connected
- Sewer:Public, Public Sewer, Sewer Connected
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$739,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$216.27
- Tax amount:$7,573 (2025)
Features and amenities
- Appliances:Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Irrigation Equipment, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry features:Dryer, Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Washer, Washer Hookup
- Amenities:Cable Connected, Ceiling Fans(s), Chair Rail, Crown Molding, High Ceilings, Irrigation Equipment, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
- Pool features:Gunite, In Ground, Outside Bath Access, Private Pool, Screen Enclosure, Tile
Parking
- Parking description:Attached Garage, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Oversized
- Garage:Yes
- Garage spaces:3
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