2566 PARADISE PLUM DRIVE
Sarasota, FL 34240
$1,300,000
Welcome to Windward at Lakewood Ranch, where modern design meets resort-style living. Built in 2023 by Neal Communities, this highly sought-after one story Kiawah floor plan offers 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a dedicated office, and 2,906 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space on a private preserve homesite. Designed for both everyday living and entertaining, the open-concept floor plan features soaring tray ceilings and seamless indoor-outdoor living. The chef's kitchen is the centerpiece of the home, complete with premium appliances, quartz countertops, walk-in pantry, reverse osmosis system, water filtration, soft water system, and an oversized island overlooking the great room and dining area. Step outside to your screened lanai and enjoy the custom saltwater pool and upgraded outdoor kitchen, all overlooking peaceful preserve views with no rear neighbors. The spacious primary suite offers preserve views, oversized and built-out walk-in closet, and a luxurious en-suite bath, while three additional bedrooms and a private office provide flexibility for family, guests, or working from home. Additional features include impact-rated windows, a 3-car garage, laundry room, and extensive upgrades throughout including custom lighting. Windward is one of Lakewood Ranch's premier gated communities, offering exceptional amenities including a resort-style pool, clubhouse, fitness center, pickleball and tennis courts, dog park, playground, walking trails, and numerous community parks. Conveniently located just minutes from Waterside Place, University Town Center, downtown Sarasota, world-famous Gulf beaches, and SRQ Airport.
Listing Courtesy of: MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY
941-951-6660
Buyer Represented by: MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY
| Listing Id: | A4700151 |
|---|---|
| List Price: | $1,348,000 |
| Close Price: | $1,300,000 |
| Close Date: | 2026-10-29 |
| Property Type: | Residential |
| Property Sub Type: | Single Family Residence |
| Status: | Closed |
| Bedrooms Total: | 4 |
| Bathrooms Full: | 3 |
| Living Area: | 2,906 |
| Tax Annual Amount: | $13,408 |
| Lot Size Square Feet: | 10,697 |
| Lot Size Acres: | 0.25 |
| Waterfront?: | No |
| City: | Sarasota |
| County Or Parish: | Sarasota |
| Subdivision Name: | Windward At Lakewood Ranch |
| Postal Code: | 34240 |
| Year Built: | 2023 |
| Additional Parcels?: | No |
| Appliances: | Built-In Oven, Convection Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Gas Water Heater, Kitchen Reverse Osmosis System, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Filtration System, Water Purifier, Water Softener |
| Association Amenities: | Cable TV, Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Gated, Maintenance, Park, Pickleball Court(s), Playground, Pool, Recreation Facilities, Spa/Hot Tub, Tennis Court(s), Trail(s) |
| Builder Name: | Neal |
| Association Fee Frequency: | Quarterly |
| Association Fee Includes: | Pool, Maintenance Grounds, Management, Pest Control, Recreational Facilities, Sewer, Trash |
| Attached Garage?: | Yes |
| Bathrooms Total Integer: | 3 |
| Building Area Source: | Public Records |
| Building Area Total: | 4330 |
| Building Area Units: | Square Feet |
| Carport?: | No |
| Direction Faces: | Southwest |
| Foundation Details: | Block |
| Construction Materials: | Block |
| Cooling: | Central Air |
| Directions: | Enter off Fruitville Road, left on Laceleaf, left on Paradise Plum. |
| Elementary School: | Tatum Ridge Elementary |
| Exterior Features: | Awning(s), Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Kitchen, Rain Gutters, Sidewalk, Sprinkler Metered |
| Flooring: | Carpet, Tile |
| Furnished: | Unfurnished |
| Garage Spaces: | 3 |
| Garage?: | Yes |
| Community Features: | Clubhouse, Community Mailbox, Deed Restrictions, Dog Park, Fitness Center, Gated Community - No Guard, Golf Carts OK, Irrigation-Reclaimed Water, Park, Playground, Pool, Sidewalks, Tennis Court(s), Street Lights |
| Heating: | Central, Electric |
| High School: | Booker High |
| Interior Features: | Ceiling Fans(s), Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Smart Home, Solid Surface Counters, Thermostat, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments |
| Laundry Features: | Laundry Room |
| Levels: | One |
| Listing Contract Date: | 2026-10-11 |
| Ownership: | Fee Simple |
| Living Area Source: | Public Records |
| Living Area Units: | Square Feet |
| Lot Features: | Landscaped |
| Lot Size Acres: | 0.25 |
| Postal Code Plus4: | 1239 |
| Middle Or Junior School: | McIntosh Middle |
| MLS Area Major: | 34240 - Sarasota |
| MLS Area Major: | 34240 - Sarasota |
| Original List Price: | $1,348,000 |
| Parcel Number: | 0208020178 |
| Parking Features: | Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s) |
| Pets Allowed: | Yes |
| Pool Features: | Auto Cleaner, In Ground, Salt Water, Screen Enclosure |
| Stories Total: | 1 |
| Township: | 36S |
| Road Surface Type: | Paved |
| Roof: | Tile |
| Tax Year: | 2025 |
| Security Features: | Gated Community, Security Lights, Security System, Smoke Detector(s) |
| Senior Community?: | No |
| Sewer: | Public Sewer |
| Special Listing Conditions: | None |
| State Or Province: | FL |
| Association?: | Yes |
| Builder Model: | Kiawah |
| Utilities: | BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sprinkler Meter, Underground Utilities, Water Connected |
| View: | Trees/Woods |
| Water Source: | Public |
| Property Condition: | Completed |
| Public Survey Range: | 19E |
| Public Survey Section: | 15 |
| Zoning: | VPD |
| Spa?: | No |
| Tax Other Annual Assessment Amount: | 2942 |
| Window Features: | Storm Window(s), Window Treatments |
| Alternate Key Folio Num: | 0208020178 |
| Association Approval Required Yn: | No |
| Association Email: | info@citizensmanagementservice.com |
| Association Fee Requirement: | Required |
| Available For Lease Yn: | Yes |
| Backups Requested Yn: | Yes |
| Building Area Total Srch Sq M: | 402.27 |
| Calculated List Price By Calcula: | 463.87 |
| Cddyn: | Yes |
| Dprurl: | https://www.workforce-resource.com/dpr/listing/MFRMLS/A4700151?w=Agent&skip_sso=true |
| Dprurl 2: | https://www.workforce-resource.com/dpr/listing/MFRMLS/A4700151?w=Customer |
| Dpryn: | No |
| Exist Lse Tenant Yn: | No |
| Flood Zone Code: | X |
| Green Verification Count: | 0 |
| Homestead Yn: | Yes |
| Lease Restrictions Yn: | No |
| Listing Exclusion Yn: | No |
| Living Area Meters: | 269.98 |
| Lot Size Square Meters: | 994 |
| Minimum Lease: | 1 Month |
| Monthly Hoa Amount: | $470 |
| Realtor Info: | List Agent is Owner |
| Room Count: | 7 |
| Sdeo yn: | No |
| Sw Subdiv Community Name: | Not Applicable |
| Total Acreage: | 1/4 to less than 1/2 |
| Total Annual Fees: | $5,640 |
| Total Monthly Fees: | $470 |
| Unit Number Yn: | No |
| Water Access Yn: | No |
| Water Extras Yn: | No |
| Water View: | No |
| Yrs Of Owner Prior To Leasing Re: | 0 |
| Association Name: | CMS |
| Association 2 Yn: | 0 |
| Attribution Contact: | 941-951-6660 |
| Originating System Name : | Stellar MLS |
| Association Fee: | $1,410 |
| In Law Suite Yn: | No |
| Green Energy Generation Yn: | No |
| Listing Contract Date: | 2026-07-15 |
| Fireplace?: | No |
| Pool Private?: | Yes |
| New Construction?: | No |
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