704 S LOCKWOOD RIDGE ROAD PRICED TO SELL! New price and fresh opportunity- just minutes from all things Sarasota has to give, such as the arts and theater district, shopping, dining, BEACHES, activities, walking trails, pickleball, tennis courts and much much more! Welcome to this 3-bedroom, 2.5 bath, single family home in Sarasota, where location, location, location truly defines the lifestyle. Positioned on a corner .21-acre lot with NO HOA OR CDD, this home places you just a stone’s throw from the Legacy Trail, with walking access to pickleball courts, tennis courts, Pompano Park, and Locklear Park, plus nearby community amenities. Whether it’s biking, running, or social recreation, everything is right outside your door. The backyard is the standout feature, thoughtfully designed for entertaining and everyday enjoyment. Enjoy a fire pit area, low maintenance astro turf, multiple seating zones, a gazebo, and a screened in porch that can easily be converted into a full outdoor kitchen. The large yard offers ample room to build a pool, all surrounded by mature oak trees and a mango tree that add shade and character. Inside, the home offers 2, 346 sqft with spacious bedrooms, a flexible bonus room for work or guests, and a primary bath with a garden tub. Major updates include an AC system replaced in 2022, water heater in 2024, along with the benefit of being in Flood Zone X with a raised foundation. The dining area has custom built-in seating with storage area to accommodate small or large gatherings, built with the intention for hours of entertaining. This is a rare opportunity to own a home that combines space, updates, and one of Sarasota’s most activity rich locations. With lots of potential, let the imagination take over as you create the space you desire and deserve to have!