3314 S LOCKWOOD RIDGE ROAD Under contract-accepting backup offers. One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Beautiful Sarasota Home with Spacious & Fenced Backyard in Highly Coveted South Gate Neighborhood. This well maintained architect’s home offers a truly Central Location: only 5 minutes to Siesta Key; Sarasota Memorial Hospital; the shops, restaurants and markets of Southside Village; and a quick 4 miles to the dynamic downtown Sarasota Bayfront. South Gate is one of Sarasota's Great Year-Round Residential Neighborhoods and Sidewalk Communities--perfect for morning strolls and evening walks with your dog. The Popular Legacy Bike Trail is just moments away. This 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath was built in 1972 with a primary bedroom that offers a walk-in closet and separate vanity space. Bamboo flooring throughout. You will enjoy the ease of Indoor/Outdoor Living with Oversized Screened Lanai, adjacent to kitchen/dining area---Ideal for Entertaining; Dining Al Fresco and Sunset Cocktails. The generously sized rear yard and lot has more than enough room for Pool; Additions and/or creating the Ultimate Gardening Oasis. UPDATES INCLUDE: SEWER Lines (2015). A/C & Hot Water Tank ( 2017) Dishwasher (2022) Plumbing Fixtures (2024). Perfect as Primary Home, Investment Property or Seasonal Residence!