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: o Brand new roof (July 2026) o HVAC replaced in 2019 o Electrical panel updated in 2016 o Interior and exterior paint o Crown molding o 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