6988 COUNTRY LAKES CIRCLE, SARASOTA, FL 34243

Description of 6988 COUNTRY LAKES CIRCLE, SARASOTA, FL 34243

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.

Property Details for 6988 COUNTRY LAKES CIRCLE, SARASOTA, FL 34243

Bathrooms Full

3

Bathrooms Half

0

Interior Features

Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Rail, Crown Molding, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments

Appliances

Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Flooring

Luxury Vinyl, Porcelain Tile, Tile

Heating

Central, Electric, Heat Pump

Cooling

Central Air

Furnished

Negotiable

Architectural Style

Florida, Ranch

Garage Spaces

3

Attached Garage

Yes

Parking Features

Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Oversized

Pool Features

Gunite, In Ground, Outside Bath Access, Screen Enclosure, Tile

Pool Private

Yes

Property Condition

Completed

Direction Faces

Southwest

Building Information for 6988 COUNTRY LAKES CIRCLE, SARASOTA, FL 34243

Building Area Total

3417

Building Area Units

Square Feet

Stories Total

1

Association

Yes

Association Fee

$485

Association Fee Frequency

Annually

Pets Allowed

Yes

Security Features

Smoke Detector(s)

Property Information for 6988 COUNTRY LAKES CIRCLE, SARASOTA, FL 34243

Lot Features

Landscaped, Level, Near Golf Course

Lot Size Square Feet

16,509

Waterfront

Yes

Waterfront Features

Lake, Lake Front

View

Water

Construction Materials

Block, Stucco

Roof

Shingle

Exterior Features

Irrigation System, Lighting, Rain Gutters, Sliding Doors

Sewer

Public Sewer

Water Source

Public

New Construction

No

Public Records for 6988 COUNTRY LAKES CIRCLE, SARASOTA, FL 34243

Parcel Number

1920504600

Tax Annual Amount

$7,573

Tax Year

2025

Tax Legal Description

LOT 130 PALM-AIRE AT SARASOTA UNIT 7 PHASES II & III PI#19205.0460/0

Zoning

RSF4.5/W

County Or Parish

Manatee

Schools Near 6988 COUNTRY LAKES CIRCLE, SARASOTA, FL 34243

Elementary School

Robert E Willis Elementary

Middle School

Braden River Middle

High School

Braden River High

School assignments are provided by the listing and should be independently verified.

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