Virtually Staged. Some homes just feel easy the minute you walk in, and this one is ready for you. Tucked inside Lake Place, a gated waterfront community in Northwest Tampa, this 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath condo pairs calm pond views with the kind of updates that let you unpack and simply enjoy being home. The first thing you'll notice is the light. Fresh neutral paint, completed in October 2026, gives every room a crisp, welcoming feel. A foyer entry opens into the living and dining area, where the pond view sets a relaxed tone for the whole home. The kitchen has 42" wood cabinets and stainless appliances, including a French door refrigerator. Its large breakfast bar is where conversations naturally land. Tile flooring throughout the main level and all wet areas makes cleanup a breeze, and a half bath downstairs is convenient for guests. At the end of the day, head upstairs to your own private space. Both spacious bedrooms have their own ensuite bath, so no one's waiting in line. The primary suite steals the show with pond views and a private balcony, and its bath has a tiled shower, quartz countertop and updated vanity. The second bath offers a tub/shower combo, quartz and an updated vanity. When you want fresh air without the bugs, the screened lanai is waiting. You can relax about the big stuff, too. The plumbing was re-piped in 2020 and the roof replaced around 2018. The home also includes a laundry room, a covered carport space and extra parking on the driveway. The $571.54 monthly fee does a lot of the heavy lifting. It covers cable, water, trash, insurance, the community pool, and exterior and grounds maintenance. Lake Place also puts the rest of Tampa Bay close at hand. Publix, Walmart and Twelve Oaks shopping plaza are less than half a mile away. You're minutes from the Veterans Expressway and I-275, about 15 minutes from Tampa International Airport, and close to Westshore and International Plaza. Clearwater, St. Pete, USF and James A. Haley VA Hospital are all an easy drive. Association approval is required, and small pets are welcome. Peaceful views, a gated setting and a location this convenient make for a winning combination, so don't let it slip by. Call today to schedule your private showing!