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Tropical Paradise in Palm Harbor, FL!

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This picturesque Palm Harbor home boasts the sweeping curb appeal you’d expect to find in such a sought-after enclave. With 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and a 2-car garage, this ranch style/block construction home features a 3-car driveway that borders several tiled walkways: one leads to a spacious concrete patio, another to an inviting covered porch, and the third to a spectacular yard enclosed with a vinyl fence. A custom-built, screened lanai (with hurricane shutters) makes for a true retreat with ample room for dining, relaxing, and even space for your workout equipment. A serving port from the kitchen and a beautiful set of French doors from the formal dining room elevate the space to an entertainment destination for holidays and milestone celebrations. A huge stone patio extends well beyond the lanai’s footprint into the yard, reaching along both sides of the home lending tremendous design flexibility to this alfresco haven. There’s even the ideal construct to accommodate a cozy firepit. Inside, cathedral ceilings lend drama to the Great Room plan displaying a picture window and set of doors revealing the lanai. This expansive space allows an endless array of furniture configurations. The light and bright eat-in kitchen is well appointed with tons of storage space and a large pantry; the interior laundry room is fitted with newer appliances, plenty of cabinetry, and a utility sink. The split floor plan encompasses all three bedrooms which are carpeted and outfitted with generous closets, while the second bath was COMPLETELY RENOVATED with contemporary stylings. Only a quick drive to the famous Caladesi Island State Park, Honeymoon Island, eclectic Dunedin, Pinellas Trail, (the forty-seven-mile, multi-use pathway that runs from St. Petersburg to Tarpon Springs), and the unparalleled Clearwater Beach — The Hammocks subdivision in Pinellas County is not in an evacuation zone and benefits from the stellar school district. An assumable VA loan with low interest is available for qualified buyers. This home on Foxcroft Drive has it all!

Investor Opportunity!

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Currently a two-story office building with industrial 2 car garage on 0.17 acre lot with option to purchase two contiguous lots (0.17 acres each in size) for a total of 0.54 acres, all zoned CRT-1. This is also a unique turnkey investor opportunity in sought-after St. Petersburg along a well-traveled corridor, complete with plans, renderings, and permitting to construct a total of 12 open-concept townhomes. The two contiguous lots are cleared and graded.  The existing building, which can be sold separately from the two lots, is perfectly suited for companies with trucks and/or heavy equipment, such as HVAC, plumbing, or general contracting firms in need of office space, fenced outdoor storage, indoor storage areas, and high-ceiling garage bays. Its upstairs bonus space can support a multitude of venue purposes. There are a total four (4) office spaces and two (2) bathrooms plus lobby/reception area.  The alley running behind both the building and the lots can accommodate a variety of uses for either the office or the residences.  A key advantage of this townhome project is the opportunity to retain the services of the contractor/developer/sellers for construction of the townhome project. Approved plans—which would require all three lots and the demolition of the existing building—are for three-story, three-bedroom, two-full-bath, and two-half-bath townhomes with optional private elevators that traverse all floors, from the stylish rooftop terraces to the gourmet kitchens and down to the two-car garages.  Situated along a picturesque bike trail, this ideal parcel is one block from the famed Sunset Park, the Treasure Island Causeway, and unparalleled beaches to the west, while just minutes from the iconic St. Pete Pier, restaurants, and retail to the east. Both vacant lots are also being advertised separately under MLS #’s TB8470017 and TB8470032.

Golf Course, Pond and Bird Sanctuary Views!

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The gorgeous UPDATES in this two bedroom/two bath New Port Richey condo are ONLY RIVALED by its location. OVERLOOKING the lush Seven Springs Golf Course and a sparkling pond, the views from the spacious lanai are spectacular. Screened on three sides, you’ll enjoy panoramic vistas of the Floridian kind…sunny and scenic. Along with ample space for your dining table and lounge furniture, an exterior stone quad marks the spot for the BBQ grill. A NEWLY INSTALLED front brick patio and updated gardens complete the picturesque setting. Inside, the welcoming foyer reveals an abundance of natural light provided by picture windows, skylights, sliders, and a bay window in the eat-in kitchen — all shining in on the FRESHLY PAINTED interior and UPDATED ceiling fans, electrical switches, and plugs. Vaulted ceilings lend drama to the living and dining rooms. The COMPLETELY RENOVATED kitchen was designed with beautiful detail. Topped with a tray ceiling and recessed lighting, stunning kitchen cabinets and the full complement of stainless-steel appliances (installed in 2024) contemporize the space accented by a tiled backsplash and a concealed laundry room’s NEWER washer and dryer. The wonderful family room brings the outside in with its wall-length window. Neighbored by the lanai, this open space makes the ideal venue for every holiday or occasion. The master suite is generously proportioned featuring a walk-in closet and pristine bath. Recessed lighting was installed in both baths while the guest one was also treated to a new sink and shower fixtures. A NEW water softener and A/C were added in 2023. Minutes from the amenity rich Seven Springs Golf & Country Club’s pro shop and restaurant with a clubhouse boasting wedding and reception facilities, you’ll love the life you live in New Port Richey.

AMAZING Water View Condo – Clearwater, FL!

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Prelude 80 is a magnificent building nestled on Clearwater’s famous coastline. Equally magnificent is this WATERFRONT, COMPLETELY REMODELED 2 bedroom/2 full bath, split-floor plan condo, resplendent in luxe fixtures and finishes. The big-ticket items have been attended including ALL NEW hurricane-proof windows and balcony sliders, ALL NEW electrical (including a dropped ceiling), ALL NEW plumbing, ALL NEW wood variegated tile flooring throughout, ALL NEW automatic window shades, and ALL NEW lights and fixtures. The interior is worthy of a magazine spread. Deliciously spacious, the open-concept layout is enhanced by floor to ceiling windows highlighting beautiful vistas and the wraparound balcony from which to revel in sunsets, dolphin sightings, and seasonal fireworks displays. Adjacent to the expansive living room and family room, a generous casual dining bar reveals the COMPLETELY RENOVATED eat-in kitchen dressed in lustrous granite countertops, stone backsplash, and stainless-steel appliances. CUSTOM KITCHEN CABINETS extend beneath the bar area to add unique style to this windowed dining area and its NEW dual temperature wine fridge and serving station. Both bathrooms are BRAND NEW featuring custom cabinetry, granite counters, and stunning fixtures. California Closets adorn both bedrooms in addition to NEW wood shutters on windows. With only four units per floor, this is NOT YOUR TYPICAL condominium blueprint; it therefore offers the peace and privacy not found in typical multi-dwelling structures. Lending even more exclusivity, rentals are NOT permitted. This amenity-rich residence boasts a heated waterfront pool, grill area and gazebo, in addition to a lovely clubhouse that includes a: full kitchen/bar, fitness center, sauna, workshop, media room, pool table, bicycle storage, and library. There are laundry facilities on each floor. Besides a BRAND-NEW seawall, Milestone and SIRS are COMPLETED and the repairs made. NO outstanding assessments remain. Water/sewer/trash/cable/internet are covered in the HOA fees. Prelude 80 is not a 55+ community, and no dogs are permitted. Beyond this slice of paradise, you’ll discover the finest in the Clearwater Beach Life. The renovated Capitol Theater hosts a wide array of concerts and shows, while the multi-faceted Imagine Clearwater is an incredible venue built over 20+ acres connecting downtown to the waterfront. A short drive over the bridge or via ferry takes you to the acclaimed Clearwater Beach and its one-of-a-kind restaurants and retail. A quick hop north along the coast transports you to “Delightful Dunedin” – the charming town renowned for local festivals, breweries, and eateries. 80 Rogers is situated in one of Tampa Bay’s most desirable locations, meeting the highest standards for discerning buyers.

Heritage Pines Golf Course Home!

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From the elegant front portico and pristine landscaping to the spacious screened lanai with views of the verdant golf course’s 14th fairway, this house makes an absolutely lovely home. Three bedrooms and two full bathrooms offer ample flexibility to invite houseguests and/or to fashion a private study or yoga studio. A NEW roof was added in 2024 and NEW sliding doors installed in 2023. This Victoria III floor plan is filled with fresh Florida sun and includes nuances like bay windows and an entryway transom. Curved arches embellish doorways and sleek flooring make this inviting space shine. From the foyer the site line takes you through the formal living and dining rooms to the sliders revealing the almost 300 SF lanai, backyard, and golf course. The eat-in kitchen with windowed breakfast nook, granite countertops, tons of cabinetry, and slate GE appliances are all lit by recessed lighting. Another set of sliders leads to the outdoor space, making the perfect venue for relaxing and entertaining. A huge passthrough from the kitchen introduces the family room. Accented with another bay window and a casual dining bar, this room has Sunday Football and Movie Night written all over it! Over a split bedroom floor plan, the large master suite is well appointed with decorative niches adding architectural interest; a third set of sliders to the lanai brings the outside, in. Dual walk-in closets, dual sinks, and a tiled shower room complete the retreat. The other two bedrooms and full bath are immaculate. A sizable laundry room is a welcome alternative to these oft-garaged appliances. Heritage Pines is a premier 55+ community. Beyond the gates (where your guests will be welcomed at the guard house), you’ll enjoy a plethora of activities and amenities to share with family and friends. Besides the spectacular pool and jacuzzi, there are courts to accommodate bocce ball, pickleball, and tennis. The richly designed clubhouse welcomes you to a full-service restaurant accompanied by a fitness center, woodworking shop, crafts room, card room, and billiards table. In addition to low HOA fees (which cover cable and lawn maintenance), you’ll travel less than 20 minutes to Hernando Beach and the incomparable Weeki Wachee Springs State Park and less than 60 minutes to points south like Clearwater and Tampa International Airport. While you’ll appreciate the proximity to these destinations you’ll relish this quiet enclave in sought-after Hudson.