Gulf Gate East Homes with Hurricane Shutters Exterior Features

Welcome to Gulf Gate East, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Palmer Ranch, Sarasota, Florida. This charming subdivision offers a perfect blend of tranquility and convenience, making it an ideal choice for families, retirees, and everyone in between. With its lush landscapes and friendly atmosphere, Gulf Gate East invites you to experience the best of Florida living.

The homes in Gulf Gate East are designed with both comfort and safety in mind. Each residence features durable hurricane shutters, providing peace of mind during storm season while enhancing the aesthetic appeal of your home. These exterior features not only protect your investment but also exemplify the thoughtful design that characterizes this community. Whether you’re enjoying a sunny afternoon on your patio or hosting friends and family, you can rest assured that your home is well-equipped to handle Florida’s unpredictable weather.

Living in Gulf Gate East means being just minutes away from some of the finest beaches, shopping, and dining that Sarasota has to offer. With easy access to major highways, you can explore everything from the vibrant arts scene to the serene nature trails that make this area so special. The community is also known for its welcoming spirit, with neighbors who quickly become friends.

Discover the charm of Gulf Gate East—a place where comfort meets community, and where your dream home awaits. Experience the beauty of Palmer Ranch and all it has to offer; your slice of paradise is just around the corner!

Newest Gulf Gate East Homes with Hurricane Shutters Exterior Features

$499,900

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Gulf Gate East SubDv. ⋅ 34238 Zip Code

Welcome to this beautifully renovated 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home situated on an oversized 0.38-acre homesite in highly desirable Gulf Gate East, offering an exceptional combination of modern updates, culdesac privacy and an unbeatable Sarasota location. With 1,348 square feet of inviting living space, this home is truly move-in ready. The well-designed floor plan features two distinct living areas, offering flexibility for both everyday living and entertaining. A welcoming living room is complemented by a family room with beautiful built-in cabinetry, creating the perfect setting for relaxing, gathering, or displaying your favorite décor. Wood-plank tile flooring flows throughout the home and is enhanced by upgraded crown molding, new blinds and French doors. The updated kitchen features stainless steel appliances, new cabinetry, recessed lighting and a charming pass-through window opening to the lanai, making indoor-outdoor entertaining effortless. Both bathrooms have been refreshed with updated vanities and toilets. Extensive improvements provide added style and peace of mind, including new windows and exterior doors, hurricane shutters, a new garage door, repiped plumbing within the home, an upgraded electrical panel and an alarm system. Step outside and discover your own private backyard oasis. The beautiful extended screened lanai provides plenty of room for relaxing, dining, and entertaining while overlooking the expansive, fully fenced backyard. Mature landscaping enhances the tropical setting with a variety of established plantings, including day-blooming jasmine and plumeria. Create your own garden, enjoy the abundance of outdoor space or take advantage of the generous yard with plenty of room to add a future pool. The oversized 0.38-acre lot offers a rare sense of space and privacy while still being conveniently located in the heart of Sarasota. Additional upgrades include an enhanced screened garage with a side entry door and fresh sod in the front yard. The Legacy Trail, a 12.5-mile paved path for walking and biking, is close by, while golf enthusiasts will appreciate easy access to championship courses, including TPC Prestancia. Costco, Publix, restaurants, shopping, and everyday conveniences are all just minutes away. The nearby Sarasota Square property is being transformed into an exciting mixed-use destination planned to feature upscale retail and dining, green spaces, lifestyle and office components, and a modern town-center atmosphere anchored by Whole Foods Market. Best of all, the world-famous sugar-sand shores of Siesta Key Beach are approximately 6 miles away, allowing you to enjoy the very best of the Sarasota lifestyle. Fully renovated, beautifully updated, and tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac with an oversized private lot in Gulf Gate East, this home offers the space, privacy, and location you've been looking for. Call today to schedule your private showing!

6640 Waterford Lane, Sarasota

$644,900

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Gulf Gate East SubDv. ⋅ 34238 Zip Code

Positioned on an oversized cul-de-sac corner lot overlooking a lakefront backdrop, this updated 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom Sarasota residence offers a combination of water views, functional living spaces, and meaningful improvements throughout, including all-new hurricane-rated impact windows. Mature landscaping, expansive green space, and a waterfront setting create an inviting backdrop, while the home's thoughtful updates provide move-in-ready convenience. Inside, vaulted ceilings and an open-concept living and dining area create a bright, inviting atmosphere. The kitchen has been updated with solid wood soft-close cabinetry and drawers, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a decorative tile backsplash, and a large center island that provides additional workspace, storage, and seating. A brand-new refrigerator and newly painted interior further enhance the home's updated appeal. The split-bedroom floor plan provides separation between the primary suite and guest bedrooms. The primary suite offers two closets, including a walk-in closet and a second built-in closet for additional storage. The updated primary bathroom features granite countertops, upgraded cabinetry, and a walk-in tiled shower, while the guest bathroom has also been updated. Multiple living and gathering spaces, including a spacious family room and separate living room, offer flexibility for a variety of uses. Designed to maximize the lakefront setting, the enclosed Florida room provides panoramic water views and serves as an extension of the living space. Outdoors, a custom pergola, paver patio, fire pit area, and lakeside seating spaces create multiple opportunities to enjoy the backyard and waterfront surroundings. Mature trees frame the lake views and contribute to the property's distinctive outdoor setting. Additional improvements include a brand-new roof, custom front entry door, attic fan, updated interior finishes, and an attached two-car garage. Conveniently located approximately 10 minutes from the beach and near shopping, dining, recreational amenities, and major transportation routes, this property combines a desirable lakefront location with significant updates and versatile living spaces.

4352 Kingston Loop, Sarasota

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