This is the one you've been waiting for! Nice, well cared for 3 bedroom 2 bath home with separate study/office in sought after SE, Ocala neighborhood. Split floor plan. There is a large, welcoming front porch with custom concrete stamped finish. It's just perfect for morning coffee/tea or watching the sunset. As you enter the home, the foyer leads into the family room and dining area with wood flooring. There is an open eat-in kitchen which looks over into the dining/family rooms. The kitchen features a large pantry. There is, also, a separate study/office with double doors. Screened lanai (with television) that leads to a patio area perfect for enjoying the nicely landscaped, fenced back yard. The back yard offers a grilling area and plenty of space for outdoor activities. The 2 car, side-entry garage features a slatwall organization system. Other features include an indoor laundry room, Ring doorbell, Arlo security system and a sprinkler/irrigation system. The roof was replaced in 2021. Other updates include: New carpet installed in bedrooms and screened lanai in 2022. New, large capacity hot water heater installed in 2023. AC replaced in 2017. New garage door opener 2023. This home is nicely located just outside the city limits. Exceptional location close to schools, shopping, restaurants with easy access/commute to The Villages, Gainesville, Orlando, Tampa, etc. Be sure this home is on your list to see!