**** Price Improvement **** Discover your new, spacious 1711 square foot, move-in-ready sanctuary at 2787 Jay Place, a meticulously maintained 2+bedroom (bonus room, “under air,” can be used as a third bedroom), 2-bathroom home nestled on a spacious corner lot in historic Kensington Park, Sarasota. This special find offers a peaceful retreat with an array of thoughtful updates and amenities, all within easy reach of Sarasota's vibrant downtown, world-famous beaches, UTC shopping district, SRQ airport, and I-75. From the moment you arrive, you'll appreciate the quiet charm of this home. Step inside to find ceramic tile throughout and fresh interior paint, setting a serene tone. The home boasts a versatile bonus room and a dedicated indoor laundry/utility room, complete with a Speed Queen commercial-quality washer and dryer. Entertain or unwind on the large patio, adjacent to a delightful butterfly, bird, and bee sanctuary, and refresh with an outdoor shower. The large, fenced corner lot provides ample privacy and features established fruit trees, including a 25-foot avocado, Naval orange, Meyer lemon, and green fig, along with magnificent Magnolia and Royal Empress trees. A vinyl-coated mini-mesh chain-link fenced-in area (16.5' x 24.5') with a covered top and cemented base is perfect for a dog run or even an orchid garden, completely safe from predators. This home offers true peace of mind with significant recent upgrades: Brand NEW metal roof (2025): West and South facing roofs feature special standing-seam metal, ready for solar installation without compromising the roof. Underground Florida Power and Light utility with NEW electric meter (2025). Entire attic completely sealed with open cell spray foam, rafters and floors (2023). Large 16 SEER Lennox HVAC and duct system with UV kit (2024) for protection against biological growth. Control it all with a Honeywell wireless Smart thermostat. Brand NEW matching top-of-the-line, wireless Thin-Q, LG BL Stainless-steel appliances (2024), including a convertible drawer refrigerator, dishwasher, electric range, and microwave. Stainless steel double kitchen sink with Insinkerator waste disposal. New toilets in both bathrooms (2022). Ceiling fans in bedrooms, kitchen, utility room, flex room, and two in the Florida room ensure comfort. Iron sewer pipes are completely descaled and lined by PRS Pipe Restoration Solutions (2023). Gutters front and back. Seller, in checking with Sarasota County Zoning in 2017, found a maximum total footprint of buildings on property is approximately one third coverage for a total of 4004 square feet, allowing an additional 2293 square feet that can be added, to a maximum height of 35 feet. Bring your team to ensure your dream of expansion can come true and verify your design. This amazingly well-maintained, low-maintenance home truly has "no surprises" and is ready for its next chapter. Don't miss this opportunity to own a piece of Kensington Park paradise! Book your appointment to see this amazing home now!