Welcome to a home that offers something increasingly hard to find—character, space, and the opportunity to make it your own. This spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bath residence offers 2,196 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space on nearly 1/3 of an acre in an established Temple Terrace neighborhood. Step inside and you'll immediately appreciate the home's distinctive architecture featuring a dramatic sunken living room overlooking the formal dining area, while the impressive family room showcases soaring ceilings with exposed wood beams, a stunning floor-to-ceiling wood-burning stone fireplace, and updated wood-look ceramic tile flooring that creates a warm, inviting atmosphere. The kitchen opens naturally to the main living areas and offers generous counter space, abundant cabinetry, and a breakfast bar—ready to enjoy today while offering the perfect opportunity to add your own personal style over time. The spacious primary suite is designed as a relaxing retreat featuring a barn door entrance into the ensuite bath with dual vanities, a large soaking tub, separate shower, and private access to the screened lanai. One of the home's standout features is the gigantic L-shaped screened porch with beautiful tongue-and-groove wood ceiling—an incredible extension of the living space that's ideal for outdoor dining, entertaining, relaxing, or enjoying Florida's beautiful weather throughout the year. Recent improvements provide valuable peace of mind, including: • Brand new roof (July 2026) • HVAC replaced in 2019 • Electrical panel updated in 2016 • Interior and exterior paint • Crown molding • Updated ceramic tile flooring with the look of hardwood Outside, the oversized homesite provides room to garden, play, or simply enjoy the mature landscape and privacy. If you're searching for a home with architectural character, major system updates already completed, generous living spaces, and the opportunity to customize the kitchen and baths to your own taste, this Temple Terrace property deserves a place at the top of your list. Schedule your private showing today