11523 PIEDMONT PARK CROSSING Maximize your Florida, Lakewood Ranch, to Central Park lifestyle at 11523 Piedmont Park Crossing, a Neal Communities "Freedom II" floor plan situated on a premium, oversized corner lot. This residence is a standout, featuring a fully enclosed, fenced-in backyard anchored by two large, established shade trees—providing a private, shaded retreat that is rare for the area. The heart of this home offers a functional, open-concept design with split 2 bedrooms plus a dedicated den/office behind double doors. The kitchen with Corian countertops is equipped with a natural gas range and a breakfast bar that opens directly into the living room, creating an effortless flow for daily living. From the covered and screened-in lanai, the developer unique positioning of the home on this corner lot allows you to enjoy both the sunrise and sunset in total tranquility. This oversized lot, and the fenced-in yard with three gates, gives you a spacious private backyard that is secured for pets or recreation saving you thousands in post-closing costs. Property highlights include a primary suite featuring dual vanity sinks, a linen closet, a walk-in shower, and a spacious walk-in closet. Wood plank floors in primary bedroom and den, with new carpet in 2nd bedroom. Blink Security Cameras, Alarm system with sensors, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Outdoor utility features include an oversized fenced yard, full rain gutters, and over 25 shrubs, palms, and perennials added to the landscaping as the home is situated on an expanded corner homesite with extra green space. There is smart storage with a 2-car garage featuring custom overhead storage racks and hurricane shutters are included. The home also features a reclaimed water irrigation system with hose bib, besides the two water bibs on the home, and a 2023 HVAC system with a restructured utility closet and a bi-annual maintenance contract. Experience one of Lakewood Ranch’s most active and welcoming communities, a family orientated community. The gated village of Central Park is centered around a 10-acre park featuring active recreation with 2.5 miles of walking trails, green space with soccer goals, and a baseball batting cage. For family fun, there is a splash park, brand-new playground equipment, and a large pavilion for private gatherings or just enjoying the day. The community is pet-friendly with dedicated large and small dog parks and offers a robust year-round social calendar of community events. This home is ideally a short distance to Gullett Elementary, Dr. Mona Jain Middle School and Lakewood Ranch High School, and minutes from UTC Mall, Main Street and Waterside for entertainment, shopping, restaurants, gyms, salons, bars, and more. You are minutes to downtown, Sarasota International Airport, and the top-rated beaches in the country, or you can easily hop up to St. Pete and Tampa for the day. This home is move-in ready and positioned in one of the fastest-growing areas of Florida, Lakewood Ranch.