Great opportunity to own a slice of tropical paradise. This 2BR/2BA/1CG "diamond in the rough" GOLF community home is move in ready but still has need for some TLC. Situated in the Heart of Tampa Bay...the great Florida lifestyle is at your fingertips. Endless activity choices from Bay to Gulf. Located on a corner lot w/private backyard, tucked away in a quiet neighborhood, this well-maintained 1649 heated square foot "Eden" model offers an open floorplan with a neutral decor. Exterior to interior, this home showcases "pride of ownership." Kitchen is the "Heart of the Home" surrounded by the Living/Dining & Florida room. The updated kitchen (2016) offers great counter workspace, lots of cabinet storage & updated appliances. The stainless steel/black appliances include a Whirlpool side by side refrigerator w/in-door ice/water dispenser (2018), glass top GE range, Maytag microwave (2011) and Whirlpool dishwasher. Kitchen updates include stunning black granite countertops, stainless steel sink, Mid Continent white cabinets (soft close & pullouts) w/brushed nickel hardware, beautiful tile floor, stained glass hanging light and recessed lighting. Other kitchen features include a smoke detector, garbage disposal, ceiling fan & coffee bar/storage/work area. Interior updates include painted interior (2016), new outlets, decorative baseboards & wood plank laminate flooring. Dining room has newer light fixture. Spacious Florida room offers a ceiling fan, pass thru window to kitchen...awesome for entertaining and a wall of windows to enjoy the backyard view and provide great natural light. Master bedroom features a walk-in closet, ceiling fan w/light and a private updated bath (w/grab bars, a fully tiled walk-in shower w/glass shower door, commode w/bidet, solid surface vanity, medicine chest mirror and lighting). Spacious guest bedroom offers two closets. Guest bath has bathtub w/shower and grab bars. Linen closet located in hallway. Laundry room, located in garage w/direct access from kitchen, houses a Maytag washer & dryer, utility sink, extra storage cabinets and new Rheem water heater (2023). The 1car garage also features an updated Clopay reinforced garage door w/Linear motor, newer exterior man door (for easy backyard access), epoxy floor, Cutler Hammer electric panel and newer 2.5-ton HVAC system (2018) w/10KW heat/50 amps/Biofighter Lightstick germicidal UV light. Exterior features include water softener system, mosaic tile front entry, tile roof (2012), flat roof (2009), gutters/downspout, irrigation system and back patio to enjoy private backyard. Come join the residents of Mainlands, an active 55+ community, offering a variety of social activities, clubhouse, heated in-ground pool & shuffleboard courts. The $450 monthly Maintenance fee includes 2 digital cable boxes, internet, water/sewer/trash removal, lawn care, reclaimed water irrigation, roof repair/replacement and exterior painting! The home exterior was painted in 2021. The community is built around an 18-hole public golf course and is located adjacent to Freedom Lake Park which offers paved walking paths around 2 lakes, an outdoor workout area, playground, picnic pavilions, a dog park, and sailboat racing! A well run and maintained community with easy access to nearby shopping, restaurants, Parkside mall, banks, interstates, two airports & the Gulf beaches! 2 pets, 35 lbs. maximum are welcome! Don't miss this one-of-a-kind opportunity to "live" the Florida Lifestyle!