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LAKE & POOL VIEWS IN THE HEART OF GATEWAY | FULLY UPDATED & MOVE-IN READY! METICULOUS PRIDE OF OWNERSHIP!! Put this one at the top of your list! Tucked away on a quiet CUL-DE-SAC on a canopy-lined street in the highly desirable GATED COMMUNITY OF TIMBER RIDGE IN GATEWAY, this meticulously maintained 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath pool home checks every single box for the discerning Florida buyer or seasonal snowbird. *** TOTAL PEACE OF MIND & MAJOR UPGRADES *** From top to bottom, this home offers true pride of ownership and complete storm protection: NEW ROOF & GUTTERS (2023) ALL WINDOWS REPLACED WITH HURRICANE IMPACT WINDOWS ELECTRIC STORM SHUTTER across the lanai & manual shutter at the front door FRESH EXTERIOR PAINT (2021) NEW WATER HEATER & NEW GARAGE DOOR OPENER *** LIGHT, BRIGHT & UPDATED THROUGHOUT *** Step inside to sweeping views of the sparkling pool and peaceful lake right through the spacious great room. The light-filled kitchen features granite countertops, tile backsplash, a gas stove, ALL NEWER APPLIANCES, a walk-in pantry, updated faucets, and island lighting. The split floor plan features a private primary suite with pool/water views, alongside FULLY REDONE, EASY-MAINTENANCE RE-BATH WALK-IN SHOWERS in the bathrooms, as well as updated toilets, faucets, ceiling fans, and lighting fixtures throughout. *** THE ULTIMATE OUTDOOR RETREAT *** Step onto your private lanai featuring a resurfaced deck, REPLACED POOL PUMP, FILTER HOUSING, AND LIGHT, serviced heater, and upgraded cage screening--all secured with an electric roll-down storm shutter for effortless locking up when traveling. *** UNBEATABLE GATEWAY LIFESTYLE & LOCATION *** GOLF CART FRIENDLY COMMUNITY: Drive through Gateway's iconic tree-canopied avenues right outside the gated entrance to local spots, walking trails, and the upcoming multi-million dollar Gateway Commons community center. LOW HOA FEES & COUNTY-ONLY TAXES: Pay no Fort Myers city tax and enjoy high-and-dry living with NO FLOOD INSURANCE REQUIRED. CLUB AT GATEWAY (OPTIONAL MEMBERSHIP): Minutes to a Tom Fazio championship golf course, resort-style pool, 3,500 sq. ft. fitness center, tennis, pickleball, bocce, and lakeside dining. Convenient access to RSW Airport, I-75, the new Publix shopping plaza, and Red Sox spring training. Many furnishings available for purchase separately. *** YOU WON'T BE DISAPPOINTED -- SCHEDULE YOUR PRIVATE SHOWING TODAY! ***
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Listed by Lisa Gottesman · EXP Realty LLC · MLS #2026038741
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Details at a glance
Interior4 property facts
- Rooms
- 0
- Heating
- Central, Electric
- Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
- Flooring
- Carpet, Tile, Wood
Building4 property facts
- Style
- Single Family Residence
- Year built
- 2002
- Garage
- 2
- Roof
- Tile
Land & utilities3 property facts
- Lot size
- 0.178 acres
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
Financial3 property facts
- Annual taxes
- $5,060
- Assessment year
- 2025
- HOA fee
- $0 (billing period not supplied)
Location
Estimated monthly cost
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- Principal & interest
- $2,579
- Property tax
- $422
- Insurance
- Not entered
- HOA
- $0
Listing annual taxes: $5,060. Initial monthly tax is one twelfth of that amount. Listing HOA fee: $0.
Partial estimate: add insurance to include those costs. Blank amounts are unknown.
The initial 6.5% rate is illustrative, not a current rate or lender quote. Excludes utilities, maintenance, closing costs and mortgage insurance, which may apply with a down payment below 20%. Taxes and insurance can change.
Price and status timeline
- Sld
$338,500 · Sold $328,500 · Oct 29, 2018
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