Welcome to the highly sought out Central Park II condominiums, located in the heart of downtown Sarasota. This community offers a luxurious resort lifestyle at a fraction of the cost you would expect to pay- it even includes waterfront access! This is your chance to take advantage of a rare opportunity to own a beautifully updated 2 bedroom 2 ½ bath unit overlooking a sparkling blue lake. You will fall in love with the open floor plan on the main floor which includes a stunning new kitchen with quartz countertops, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a thoroughly modern backsplash (new convection range & low-profile microwave 2020). Also included on the main floor- gorgeous Brazilian cherry hardwood floors, dining room, great room, a ½ bath, hidden up and down new LG washer/dryer, plus a charming outdoor balcony overlooking the lake, perfect for dining al fresco. Upstairs you will find 2 more bedrooms, a walk-in closet in the main bedroom (great storage throughout!), and 2 full bathrooms. Do not miss the 2nd balcony, which also overlooks the lake and the tranquil park-like setting Central Park II is famous for. Also new AC in 2020 with smart thermostat. For your convenience, the floor plan is included in the photo gallery. Central Park II provides a 100’ frontage on the beautiful Hudson Bayou with a private dock for fishing. There is also a kayak lift plus benches to sit, relax, and observe the manatee and birds. Residents all agree that living here is like living in a park. There is lush mature landscaping, the Hudson Bayou, as well as the majestic lake, complete with a fountain. There are gas grills as well as 2 BBQ areas. The clubhouse is simply fantastic (rent it for a party!) and has a library for borrowing/donating your favorite reads. Everybody loves tennis and pickleball, and here, you can reserve a court. Not to be missed- the pool and gym. Also included- a full-time on-site administrator to keep things running smoothly. You will also enjoy key fob access to the pool, clubhouse, and gym. IMPORTANT UPDATES: Within the past few years, the parking lot has been repaved, new roofs have been installed, and there are new concrete stairways. THE WALKABILITY OF THIS COMMUNITY IS HARD TO BEAT! Walk or bike to downtown Publix, Burns Court, Selby Gardens, Bayfront, O’Leary’s, and Marina Jacks (best Happy Hour), and a multitude of restaurants downtown. Bayfront Park & Marina Island Park is within biking distance and is dog friendly. Here you can fish, canoe, kayak, jog, enjoy outside dining at the restaurant, admire the artwork on display while the children have a blast at the splash park. Want more outdoor fun? Visit Payne Park (it's very close!) This park includes bicycle trails, equipment/facility rental, hiking trails, a pet-friendly park, picnic facilities, tennis courts, playground, restroom plus a restaurant. Residents that love to bike longer distances might enjoy biking over the famous John Ringling Causeway all the way to the world-famous St. Armand Circle where you can enjoy first-class dining (3.9 miles). Love the white sandy beaches Sarasota is famous for and want to enjoy a day at the beach? No worries, the beach is VERY close- only 4.4 miles!! With the amazing location, beautifully updated unit, and impeccable community, this is a once in a lifetime chance to live in the heart of downtown Sarasota at an affordable price, so run (do not walk or it will be gone!) and see this gorgeous unit today!