Under contract-accepting backup offers. Welcome to this beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 2-bath villa in the highly desirable Glen Oaks community, ideally located near University Park. Nestled within a well-maintained and active 55+ community, this home offers a peaceful setting with lush landscaping and a vibrant social atmosphere, all while being just minutes from top-tier shopping, dining, golf, and Sarasota's world-renowned beaches. This thoughtfully designed residence features a spacious, open and flexible floor plan with ceramic tile throughout, complemented by plush carpet in the living spaces. A light-filled Florida room and additional den space provide the perfect areas for relaxing, entertaining, or working from home. The updated kitchen is a standout, showcasing new cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, LED lighting, and ample counter space-blending modern style with everyday functionality. The primary suite serves as a private retreat with its own en-suite bath, while the second bedroom and full guest bath offer ideal accommodations for visitors. Both bathrooms have been tastefully updated, and additional improvements include impact windows, and ceiling fans throughout. One of the most unique features of these villas is their design-attached only by the laundry room walls, meaning no shared living space walls, providing the privacy and quiet feel of a single-family home. A covered carport and private laundry room add convenience to daily living. Glen Oaks offers an exceptional lifestyle with amenities including a clubhouse, fitness center, heated pool overlooking the lake, library, card rooms, shuffleboard, putting green, and a newly added lawn bowling facility. Residents enjoy a full calendar of social activities, from game nights to group outings. The community is adjacent to Bobby Jones Golf Course and its new recreation complex with golf and nature trails, and just a short drive to UTC Mall, downtown Sarasota, St. Armands Circle, and the beach.