2305 SF, 3/2/2, $345,000, I-275, US-19, Gulf: Lease $2000/mo

$149 per square foot.  Move in condition.  Neat and clean.  

Nice, quiet, family neighborhood

Bright, open floor-plan with two large family rooms and large living room

Or lease:  Min. 1 year, $2,000/mo, First month plus deposit of $2,000 and $40 background check fee (per adult).  Pets allowed.  (listed on craigslist)

No Flood zone--no flood insurance is required

Termite perimeter installed by Middleton Pest Control

HOA is only $257 annually--covers the maintenance of the common grounds, park, walking trail, playground, tennis courts and lake. 

New roof in 2005

50 gal. water heater in 2003

A/C compressor (exterior unit)  in 2001

Air handler (4 tons) in 2003

A/C compressor fan motor in 2009

Hurricane garage door in 2005

Kitchen remodeled  with  cherry wood cabinets and pantries in 2004

Numerous easy-access pull-out drawers

Ceramic tile backsplash

Under-cabinet lighting

Granite countertops

Garbage disposal

Island (with  deep pan double sink)

Ceramic tile flooring

Stainless steel electric appliances: 

Dishwasher

Built-in microwave with 2 removable racks

Smooth-top range

Side-by-side Whirlpool refrigerator with ice/water dispensers

New recessed lighting,  wall sockets and switches

Breakfast nook with decorative ceramic tile floor

Built-in desk with granite counter top-- wired for high speed internet

Laminate  wood flooring in bedrooms and family room (good for kids and pets)

Double French doors to the patio with built-in maintenance-free mini-blinds

Vaulted ceilings and arched doorways in family rooms and kitchen area

Master bedroom-- high ceiling, crown moulding 

Large bathroom with garden tub

Separate commode room with window, pocket door--new toilet and new exhaust fan/light

Large tiled walk-in shower, his/her sinks (new fixtures), walk-in closet, linen closet

Glass block windows in bathroom by bathtub and shower

New ceramic tile in master bath in 2007

Other side of the house has two bedrooms 

Second full bath--new toilet, cabinet, sink, tub, exhaust fan/light

Has window and new ceramic tile flooring

High quality, steady  and quiet, Hunter fans in every bedroom and both family rooms

White 2 in. faux wood blinds, recessed lighting (with dimmers), crown moulding  

Inside laundry room with built in cabinets, large utility sink, and a shelf area to hang clothing and a door  to the garage 

X-large capacity washer and dryer are in good condition and negotiable

Glass block by front door and ceramic tile on front sidewalk to driveway

Two car garage includes built in shelves, water softener,  pull-down attic access with storage space, a side door to backyard and a hurricane garage door with Genie automatic opener

Attic has a new solar powered  fan which automatically vents out hot air

Automatic lawn sprinkler system has four circuits--uses cheap and environmentally responsible reclaimed water

Privacy-fenced backyard--gates on each side--one side of fencing and gate is new

Large palm trees, thick St. Augustine grass, stone patio  

Large metal storage building painted with rust-resistant exterior paint and interior is in great condition

Outdoor electrical sockets at the front porch, back patio and by the side garage door

Motion-sensor lights at the front and back doors and on the sides of the garage door

House is in  The Lakes  subdivision-- easy access to Hwy 19 (~2 mi.) and I-275 ramp (~3 mi.) 

Just minutes across Howard Frankland Bridge to Tampa 

Park has 2 tennis courts, playground, walking trail and lake for canoeing or kayaking

Good neighborhood and park  for walking self, kids and dogs

Several small lakes in subdivision with lots of interesting large birds, etc

Beaches are approximately a 1/2 hour drive

House is ~3.5 mi. from Super Walmart, Park Place shopping center, Home Depot and ~ 4 mi. to new Walmart Neighborhood Market and new Aldi Market that just opened on Hwy 19

Short drive to the Gandy Bridge or to I-275 to cross to Tampa and MacDill Air Force Base