Under contract-accepting backup offers. Seller offering a $10,000 credit at closing to be used toward a rate buydown, closing costs, or design updates! Major updates are already done! New Roof (2021), New HVAC (2022), a spectacular screened-in plunge pool and patio addition (2023), a beautifully remodeled kitchen with granite countertops, and a rare 3-car garage make this Highland Ridge home ready for you to sit back, relax and enjoy living the Florida dream. Overlooking a peaceful pond, this beautiful 3-bedroom, 2-bath home plus a separate office/den offers 1,828 square feet of light-filled living space with soaring cathedral ceilings, crown molding, engineered hardwood and tile flooring throughout, and an eat-in kitchen that's perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Step outside to your private backyard oasis featuring a 2023 San Juan fiberglass heated/chilled saltwater pool with LED lighting, an expansive screened lanai, a fully fenced side yard perfect for children and/or pets, and tranquil pond views-creating the perfect place to relax or entertain year-round. The spacious primary suite features a large ensuite bath and custom closet with built-ins, while the beautifully remodeled guest bath continues the home's tasteful updates. Highland Ridge is a quaint, well-maintained community with a low HOA of just $600 per year, ideally located near I-75, Lakewood Ranch, UTC, shopping, dining, medical facilities, and the Gulf Coast's award-winning beaches. Lovingly updated and meticulously maintained, this exceptional home offers the perfect blend of quality, comfort, and the Florida lifestyle you've dreamed of. Now offered at $535,000, this is an incredible opportunity to own a beautifully updated Florida home with a pool, pond view and 3-car garage!