12002 Forest Park Cir Bradenton, FL 34211

Listing details for 12002 Forest Park Cir, Bradenton, FL 34211 : Welcome to this beautifully updated 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom pool home in the gated Lakewood Ranch community of Central Park. With nearly 3,000 square feet of living space, a 3-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 bathroom—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 bathroom offers a peaceful coastal-inspired retreat with a freestanding soaking tub, tiled walk-in shower, and dual vanities with updated fixtures. Step outside to a large screened pool and lanai with multiple seating areas—perfect for relaxing or entertaining—while enjoying the 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 located near shopping, dining, and a variety of highly rated educational options within the Lakewood Ranch area. Homes with this combination of space, updates, and indoor-outdoor living in Central Park rarely come available.