713 W. ALFRED
$259,900

A one-of-a-kind house in a heterogeneous neighborhood, this 1961 charmer has just the restraint in its sturdy structure that assures one of plumb and level in all respects. The uniform stone floors have had added to them bouncy new wood flooring and ceramic tile, but creative layout is what swings the entrance halfway down the longest driveway (good for boat + RV) onto a porch amid lush gardens that surround the place.

This house is built to face the west, as one enters into a foyer with louvered closets on to a grand living room. Extensive windows brighten the interior in the walnut cabinetry of the west-facing kitchen. Flora in the rear include a huge cactus tree and towering palm as well as a totally enclosed sunroom facing the gardens. Other features include two large bedrooms with generous closeting, a pleasant bathroom, a good study, and a washer/dryer room with a generous utility sink and maximum cabinetry, but best of all is further parking in the rear together with another building that matches the main house perfectly with its enclosed porch, windows, three doors, two rooms, and much shelving. Behind this building is a brand-new arbor for walks through the backyard greenery. New picket fencing completely enclose the rearyard for peace of mind.

All-new electricity, new timeable irrigation system, built-in security system, excellent windows, all freshly painted interiors. This is a practical house amid romantic landscaping. Great neighbors, easy access to Tampa and the Interstates. Just a five-minute hop to Downtown or Dale Mabry.

* large historic neighborhood * 6750 square-foot lot * 10-room/20-zone design * just a mile from the Interstate * lush, mature landscaping * freshly painted inside & out * only 1.5 mile from Downtown * solid block construction * wood/ceramic/terrazzo floor * three parks within 5-minute walk * with new roof (2003) * new electricwork throughout * unique layout of house/compound * strong central heat/air * monitored alarm system * architectural consistency throughout * infinite storage * all appliances included * 1330 sq ' heated + porch & sunroom * a whole separate study * large-scale new arbor in rear * second smaller building 400 sq ' * large eat-in kitchen * front/back irrigation system * laundryroom/extensive cabinetry * dishwasher installed * driveway good for boat/RV * washer/dryer/deep utility sink * consistent fenced backyard * friendly pleasant neighbors!