$739,000
6988 Country Lakes Circle Sarasota, FL 34243
For Sale MLS# A4692570
3 beds 3 baths 2,121 sq ft Single Family
Details for 6988 Country Lakes Circle
MLS# A4692570
Description for 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.
Listing Information
Property Type: Residential, Single Family Residence
Status: Active
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3
Lot Size: 0.38 Acres
Square Feet: 2,121 sq ft
Year Built: 1989
Garage: Yes
Stories: 1 Story
Construction: Block,Stucco
Construction Display: New Construction
Subdivision: Palm Aire / Country Lakes
Builder: Dan Najjar
Foundation: Slab
County: Manatee
Construction Status: New Construction
School Information
Elementary: Robert E Willis Elementary
Middle: Braden River Middle
High: Braden River High
Room Information
Main Floor
Bathroom 3: 8x8
Living Room: 15x16
Bedroom 3: 11x12
Bathroom 2: 5x9
Bedroom 2: 12x13
Primary Bathroom: 10x14
Primary Bedroom: 12x16
Family Room: 13x15
Kitchen: 12x14
Dining Room: 11x12
Bathrooms
Full Baths: 3
Additonal Room Information
Laundry: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room
Interior Features
Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Washer, Electric Water Heater
Flooring: Luxury Vinyl,Porcelain Tile,Tile
Doors/Windows: Storm Window(s), Rods, Blinds, Window Treatments, Drapes, Shutters
Additional Interior Features: Split Bedrooms, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments, Ceiling Fan(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Separate/Formal Living Room, Stone Counters, Main Level Primary, Chair Rail, High Ceilings, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Crown Molding, Open Floorplan
Utilities
Water: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Other Utilities: Cable Connected,Electricity Connected,Municipal Utilities,Sewer Connected,Water Connected
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Heating: Heat Pump, Electric, Central
Exterior / Lot Features
Attached Garage: Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 3
Parking Description: Garage, driveway, Garage Door Opener, Oversized
Roof: Shingle
Pool: Gunite, In Ground, Outside Bath Access, Screen Enclosure, Tile
Lot View: Lake,Water
Fencing: fenced
Additional Exterior/Lot Features: Sprinkler/Irrigation, Rain Gutters, Lighting, Screened, Patio, Covered, Side Porch, Flat, Level, Landscaped, Near Golf Course
Waterfront Details
Water Front Features: Lake Front
Community Features
Community Features: Lake
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
HOA Dues Include: Common Areas, Association Management, Reserve Fund, Taxes
Homeowners Association: Yes
HOA Dues: $485 / Annually
Driving Directions
University Parkway or Lockwood Ridge to Whitfield Ave. Right onto Country Lakes Circle. Home is on the right.
Financial Considerations
Terms: Cash,Conventional
Tax/Property ID: 1920504600
Tax Amount: 7573.26
Tax Year: 2025
A broker reciprocity listing courtesy: MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY
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