3707 W LEONA ST

Under contract-accepting backup offers. **HUGE PRICE ADJUSTMENT** on this bright and airy Home nestled among stately Oak trees in one of the most accessible neighborhoods in South Tampa. Upon entering this charming home, you are greeted by vaulted ceilings in the formal living area accompanied by plenty of windows to let in the Florida sunshine. Built in 1992, this home features a 1st floor primary bedroom with French doors opening onto a peaceful, screened, enclosed patio in which to enjoy the sunrise with your morning coffee. The central, open Family Room features light wood, laminate flooring with a view of the backyard through French doors lining the adjacent, open dining area. Recently updated (2020), the kitchen offers elegant cabinetry with undermount accent lighting and crown molding as well as black stainless steel appliances, solid stone counter tops, and a deep graphite colored offset double sink. The second story is comprised of an open loft, which makes a great play room, second family room or office, the 2 additional bedrooms and a full bath with wood laminate flooring, beadboard, and newer bath tile and vanity. The oak-shaded backyard makes for a welcoming entertaining area beneath the sprawling limbs of one of the century old oak trees that dot this amazing neighborhood. Finally, rest assured that the major systems in this house will pass the test for any insurance company. The ROOF WAS REPLACED IN 2021, the 2014 AC IS WELL MAINTAINED, ALL PLUMBING LINES TO THE HOUSE AND IN THE HOUSE ARE PVC and CPVC, the WIRING IS COPPER WITH A GE ELECTRICAL PANEL and there is even a PORT AND A BREAKER TO CONNECT THE PANEL TO A PORTABLE GENERATOR in the event of long term power outages. NO FLOOD INSURANCE IS REQUIRED HERE, but owner maintains a current policy for only $567/yearly, and there is also a TRANSFERRABLE TERMITE POLICY for peace of mind. The true value of this home, however is its LOCATION. The neighborhood is a mix of bungalows, mid-century moderns, elegant executive homes, and Spanish style architecture perfect for evening strolls or bike rides to neighborhood restaurants, coffee shops, watering holes and grocery stores. Featuring well maintained, and frequently visited, Corona Park and neighborhood sidewalks, this part of south Tampa is a great place to meet neighbors and friends while enjoying walks with the family pet. This Virginia Park location is close to Bayshore's Linear Park, a great spot to see dolphins, manatees, and the city's health conscious strolling, jogging, biking and roller blading along Tampa Bay. Bayshore Blvd is also a short 3 mile link from this home to downtown Tampa which offers great restaurants, riverfront parks, the Straz, Amalie Arena and Channelside hot spots.