2203 River Ridge Drive,  Sarasota FL, 34239

South Gate gem tucked away on one of Phillippi Creek's hidden islands! A true 3 bedroom, 2 bath split plan block home with a 2 car garage for you to refine with your exact style and preferences. Create your culinary masterpieces in the kitchen with breakfast bar and attached family room while overlooking the creek and visiting spoonbills, herons, egrets and ducks. From the large sliding glass doors of the living room or on the 33 foot wide screened-in lanai, you can keep an eye out for the manatees that sometimes seek shelter with their babies within the creek's gentle flow. And, of course, the generous primary suite features a walk-in closet, large vanity space, separate tub and shower, and Bahama shutters for privacy and to set the tone for an island vibe. New AC and new potable water lines in 2013. Large 16,000+ square foot lot with mature, low maintenance landscaping for added convenience. No CDD or HOA fees required. Very convenient central Sarasota location within minutes of downtown, Southside Village, I-75, public transit, 2 hospitals, The Palms Golf Club at Forest Lakes, South Gate Community Center's pool & kayak launch, specialty grocery stores including Trader Joe's and Morton's Gourmet Market, many great restaurants-and right around the corner are Arlington Park's playground, tennis courts, aquatics center, shaded trails and dog park too! Two Legacy Trailheads to choose from at Tuttle or Webber! Districted for the coveted Southside Elementary, Brookside Middle with an honors program and Sarasota High which offer AICE, MaST and other specialty educational opportunities. Your South Gate blankslate awaits!