Discover the perfect blend of comfort, space, and Florida living in this pet-friendly Sarasota rental home featuring a spacious open-concept floor plan, abundant natural light, and a fully fenced backyard ideal for entertaining and outdoor enjoyment! The kitchen features granite countertops, solid wood cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a convenient built-in serving area perfect for a coffee bar or hosting guests. Multiple living spaces, including a bright family room, provide flexibility for both everyday living and entertaining! Stylish finishes throughout include tile flooring in the main living areas, original, fully-tiled bathrooms, and wood flooring in the guest bedrooms. The oversized primary suite features private patio access through sliding glass doors, four closets, a spacious en-suite bath, and a distinctive curved wood ceiling that adds warmth and character to the space. Two additional bedrooms include ceiling fans and large closets for exceptional storage, with one bedroom including an en suite bathroom for added privacy. Step outside to your private backyard oasis complete with a large paved patio, dedicated fire pit area, storage shed, and premium vinyl fencing. This home is ideally located less than 2 miles away from the cultural hub of downtown Sarasota! You're only minutes away from experiencing Sarasota's fine arts, live music, opera, theaters, festivals, and countless shopping and dining options. Conveniently located near Sarasota's world-famous beaches, shopping, dining, parks, and major commuter routes, this move-in ready single-family home for rent offers the space, privacy, and modern features you are looking for. ADDITIONAL FEES AND RENTAL INFORMATION: Application fee: $100 Application fee Move-In Funds: Minimum 1st month rent, 1 month security deposit. PMI Southwest Florida has partnered with Obligo to provide a security deposit alternative to qualified renters Pets: One cat or small dog was considered; no dangerous breeds. $250 Refundable pet fee and $25 pet rent. THIRD PARTY PET SCREENING SERVICE: ALL applicants must complete pet screening. Create a pet and/or animal profile or "no pet" profile. You will receive a separate email to connect with our service provider and to complete your pet application (note: there is cost of $30/$25 for the first pet and $25/$20 for each additional pet.) This pet profile must be completed for your application to be considered completed. Medically necessary animals for the benefit of the occupant(s) are permitted with valid documentation from a medical or mental healthcare provider. Fees and deposits are waived for medically necessary animals. THE ESA APPROVAL MUST BE OBTAINED WITH OUR PET SCREENING SERVICE. PMI SWFL does not review/evaluate ESA documents for approval. Qualifications: We run a complete background check that includes credit, income verification, prior landlord and eviction history. In terms of credit, we look at the entire picture as opposed to just the credit score, but in general, we do require a score over 550. This property is professionally managed by PMI Southwest Florida.