7472 Broughton St Sarasota Florida 34243

PLEASE VIEW VIRTUAL TOURS * This gracious residence is located in renowned Whitfield Estates, a remarkable neighborhood of homes built in all sizes and styles dating back to the 1920's and continuing through the decades. The community is filled with friendly and sociable neighbors who throw block parties and Super Bowl celebrations and get to know you while running, jogging & walking their dogs. With nearby Marinas as well as neighbors who often rent out their slips & lifts, you can enjoy boating without living on the water and at the end of Whitfield Avenue there is a public access for launching kayaks and paddle boards or just enjoying the magnificent sunsets. Recent updates to the home include the electrical panel upgraded to 200 amps in 4/21, metal roof installed in 3/20 along with all new gutters and a renovated master bathroom in 2017. There is an underground 250 gallon propane tank, a water purification system throughout the home and although built in 1974 the house has an effective date of 2002. A magnificent Oak Tree is the focal point of the double lot accompanied by lush landscaping, flowering plants and exterior lighting. As you enter the home, you will appreciate the attention to detail and the quality of finishes, along with the open floor plan. The kitchen will please the most discerning chef with its large island of wrap around cabinets, quartz counter tops & wood cabinetry - French doors lead to the backyard & pool area from the living room and two of the bedrooms. It is fenced and caged, affording privacy & tranquility and the pool is 25' long. The home offers a true split-plan with two bedrooms and a bath on one side and the master on the other. The two car garage oversized and also houses the laundry area. One of the most outstanding features of this home is the 32' deep by 12' high, covered carport that can legally house an RV or boat as long as it is completely contained beneath it and another is that no flood insurance is required. The location, halfway between the cities of Sarasota and Bradenton, minutes to the airport, and close to colleges and historical venues cannot be any better. Make an appointment today to see this beautiful home. You will not be disappointed.