3231 Cottonwood Bend 301

JUST REDUCED $24,500! NOW OFFERED AT $200,000! Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a fully updated, move-in ready lakefront villa in the highly desirable gated community of Cottonwood Bend at Verandah with NO mandatory golf or social membership. This spacious 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath end-unit villa offers over 1,700 square feet of beautifully updated living space, making it an exceptional value for buyers searching for a low-maintenance home, townhome-style floor plan, seasonal residence, or full-time Florida lifestyle. Beautifully renovated throughout, this light-filled home features luxury flooring, fresh interior paint, recessed lighting, designer fixtures, updated ceiling fans, and an open-concept layout perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The updated kitchen showcases granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a gas range, breakfast bar, new kitchen sink and garbage disposal (2026), and a new dishwasher (2026). Additional improvements include a newer air conditioning system, new water heater, washer and dryer, and wired smoke and carbon monoxide detectors installed in 2025 for added peace of mind. The bathrooms have been tastefully renovated, including the guest bath (2023) and a beautifully remodeled primary bathroom (2026), allowing the next owner to move in without the expense of updating. Enjoy peaceful lake views from the private screened, tiled lanai where sliding glass doors seamlessly connect the living room, dining area, and kitchen, creating the perfect indoor-outdoor Florida lifestyle. Association fees include water and cable, adding tremendous value while simplifying monthly expenses. Located in the award-winning, gated, and pet-friendly Verandah community, residents enjoy miles of walking and biking trails, kayaking on the Orange River, pickleball, tennis, fitness center, community pool, dining, dog park, and year-round social activities. Unlike many homes in Verandah, this property requires NO mandatory golf or social membership, allowing you to enjoy the community's incredible amenities without additional membership costs. Conveniently located just minutes from Downtown Fort Myers, Gulf beaches, shopping, dining, I-75, and Southwest Florida International Airport, this is one of the best opportunities to own a fully updated lakefront home in Verandah at this price.