FIRST FLOOR LIVING IS FABULOUS AND MOVE-IN READY! Gated community, low dues, marvelous amenities, active lifestyle, first floor convenience, easy care flooring through-out, freshly painted interior and exterior, storm shutters, lovely lanai, gorgeous grounds, split bedroom floor plan, and covered parking. WOW! Perfect for permanent residence, seasonal get-away, or immediate rental opportunity. THIS TRANQUIL TROPICAL OASIS is in a 55+ community just 9 miles from beaches with easy access to all conveniences. This Cypress floor plan with coastal color palette is great for everyday living, entertaining and over-night guests. RESTFUL RETREATS- Primary suite features courtyard view, large walk-in closet and ensuite bath with comfort height toilet and a tub/shower combo with safety bars. The secondary bedroom situated up front has an adjacent bathroom with comfort height toilet and walk-in shower with safety bars. Both bedrooms have beautiful plank flooring, ceiling fans and blinds for privacy. THE FULLY EQUIPPED KITCHEN has ample counter space and cabinetry, a white appliance suite, a large closet pantry, a movable island and tile flooring. The inviting flex-space can be used as a den, craft room or casual dining area. It opens to a breezy tiled lanai with removable vinyl windows. It's a perfect place to start and end your day. Add patio stones just outside for a relaxing retreat and to soak up the Florida sunshine. BACK INSIDE and up front the dining-living room combination provides flexibility for furniture placement and features plank flooring, a decorative hanging light fixture, and privacy blinds. There's another deep closet for extra storage as well. NOTEWORTHY FEATURES INCLUDE- 2019 water heater, 2016 air conditioning system, new bulbs and plexiglass panels in kitchen and bathrooms, new light in bonus room, new flooring in walk-in closet, front storm/screen door, some linens and housewares to get you started (excludes staging items). CONVENIENCES- Laundry, secure storage closet, mail, trash, and recycle spot at elevator. Covered parking just outside the front door. $478 DUES COVER internet with router and modem, cable with two HD boxes, insurance, exterior maintenance and repairs, grounds maintenance and irrigation, pest control, water, sewer, trash, on-site management, all amenities, and gated entry. THE COMMUNITY is pet free but service animals are warmly welcomed. Stroll through courtyard that rivals botanical gardens for its display of plantings and trees. Relax around the fire-pit, cozy-up with a good book in the gazebo, grill your favorites to share with friends ALL JUST OUTSIDE YOUR BACK DOOR. Vibrant community offers a wide variety of socials and activities. Enjoy the- clubhouse, banquet room, kitchen, library, billiards, fitness, pool, patio, tennis, pickleball, shuffleboard, and grilling. Meticulous grounds! Friendly and helpful staff! Come join the DeSoto Square Carefree Lifestyle today!