279 Park Forest Blvd, Englewood, FL 34223

Are you looking for a spacious and affordable home in the highly sought-after community of Park Forest? Look no further! This 3 bedroom/2 bath/2 car garage free-standing home is a diamond in the rough, but priced accordingly at only $319,900. <br> Located in Phase 4 of Park Forest, this home offers a homeowner association rather than a condo association, which means you own the lot beyond where your house sits. This provides endless possibilities for expansion and extension. Inside, you'll find an open floor plan with a cathedral ceiling in the Great Room that leads to the Family Room. The Florida room has been enclosed and air-conditioned, adding to the living area square footage. The split bedroom plan offers privacy from the two guest bedrooms. The master bedroom boasts two wall closets, a ceiling fan, and an en suite master bath that has been tastefully updated. You'll love the granite vanity top with a dressing table area, step-in shower, linen closet, and tiled flooring. Each of the guest bedrooms has wall closets and ceiling fans, and one of them opens onto the Family Room through sliding glass doors. The guest bath features an updated granite vanity top, combo tub/shower, linen closet, and tiled flooring. Doing laundry is a breeze with the convenient inside laundry room, and the two-car garage has an automatic garage door opener and pull-down stairs. Outside, there's a caged atrium area off the Family Room that's perfect for grilling or soaking up the Florida sunshine. Concrete curbing lines the landscape beds for ease of maintenance. As a resident of this community, you'll enjoy fantastic amenities like a clubhouse with an active membership, a heated swimming pool, tennis courts, and shuffleboard. The HOA fees cover common ground and lawn maintenance, irrigation, roof replacement every 17 years, and scheduled exterior painting. <br> Located in the heart of Englewood, this "over 55" community offers quick and easy access to area beaches, shopping, a great Farmer's Market, numerous restaurants, and much more. Don't miss your chance to own this fantastic home in a highly desirable community. Schedule your showing today!