Hidden Gem Near Siesta Key! Incredible opportunity to own a beautifully UPDATED___TURN-KEY___ FIRST-FLOOR___ 2BR/2BA residence in the highly desirable Crooked Creek community at an exceptional value. Buyers will be hard-pressed to find this level of updates, community financial strength, and Sarasota location at this price point. Backing to the stunning Red Bug Slough Preserve, enjoy peaceful nature views, walking trails, fishing, biking, and tropical surroundings just minutes from Siesta Key Beach, shopping, dining, and downtown Sarasota. MOVE-IN READY with major updates completed from 2021-2025 including NEW A/C, water heater, appliances, impact windows/sliders, recessed lighting, ceiling fans, updated baths, tile flooring throughout, and enclosed Florida Room with floor-to-ceiling impact glass creating additional bright living space. No projects, no deferred maintenance-just move in and enjoy. Crooked Creek is a financially strong, meticulously maintained community of only 78 residences with FULLY FUNDED reserves and HOA fees that have actually DECREASED. Major community improvements already completed include NEW roofs, resurfaced heated pool, replaced carports, paved private roads, painted buildings, and beautifully maintained grounds. Future improvements are already scheduled and paid for. Community amenities include heated pool, tennis/pickleball, gazebo, grilling area, outdoor shower, storage locker, assigned covered carport, and ample guest parking. A rare combination of VALUE, LOCATION, UPDATES, and FINANCIAL STABILITY. This is the kind of property buyers wait for-and at this price, it is truly a MUST SEE.