12002 FOREST PARK CIRCLE

Under contract-accepting backup offers. Welcome to this beautifully updated five-bedroom, three-bath pool home in the gated Lakewood Ranch community of Central Park. With nearly 3,000 square feet of living space, a three-car garage and a private screened lanai, the home offers a bright, comfortable layout that balances everyday living with easy indoor-outdoor entertaining. Inside, soaring ceilings and abundant natural light create an open, inviting feel throughout the main living areas. Just off the entry is a versatile front bonus room that works well as a sitting room, formal living space or flex room. A separate office with French doors provides a quiet workspace and can also function as the fourth bedroom on the main level. The main floor features four bedrooms including the spacious primary suite, while upstairs offers a private loft, bedroom and full bath, ideal for guests, hobbies or additional living space. Thoughtful updates throughout the home include luxury vinyl flooring in the main living areas, new plush carpeting in the bedrooms, fresh interior paint, updated lighting, a modernized interior layout, kitchen backsplash updates, added laundry room cabinetry and a recently replaced pool pump. The home is also equipped with a tankless water heater, hurricane shutters and upgraded second-floor hurricane-impact windows for added peace of mind. The beautifully renovated primary bath offers a peaceful coastal-inspired retreat with a freestanding soaking tub, tiled walk-in shower and dual vanities with updated fixtures. Go outside to a large screened pool and lanai with multiple seating areas, ideal for relaxing or entertaining, while enjoying privacy of the spacious backyard. Central Park residents enjoy a gated setting with low HOA fees and amenities including parks, playgrounds, dog parks, tennis courts and walking trails. The home is also conveniently near shopping, dining and a variety of highly rated educational options in the Lakewood Ranch area. Homes with this combination of space, updates and indoor-outdoor living in Central Park rarely come available.