3490 RICHMOND DR The Villages, FL 32162

Are you looking for an AFFORDABLE retirement home in sunny Florida with the unmatched recreational amenities of The Villages? Located in the VILLAGE of BELLE AIRE, this charming, 2 BR/ 2 BA/ 1.5 Car Garage, AUSTIN Ranch home fits the bill with ROOM FOR A POOL and a TURNKEY PACKAGE available separately! This home has attractive curb appeal with a newer ARCHITECTURAL SHINGLE ROOF (2021), a complementary colored PAINTED driveway & walkway, MATURE LANDSCAPING with ROCK FILLED beds, and a COVERED FRONT PORCH. A beautiful LEADED GLASS, Half Lite front door welcomes you at the entrance. There is also a sliding screen door with magnetic latching for cross ventilation purposes during the balmy Florida winters! Once inside, you will immediately notice the OPEN CONCEPT floor plan with OAK HARDWOOD FLOORS in the main LA & both bedrooms - NO CARPET! Due to a REAR SOUTHERN EXPOSURE, abundant NATURAL LIGHT flows through the SLIDING GLASS DOORS to the main LA. The kitchen has PAINTED oak cabinets, LAMINATE COUNTERTOPS, white appliances including a new DISHWASHER (2022), natural gas hookup for cooking, large storage cabinet utilized as a pantry, and a SOLAR TUBE. The front bedroom has ample space for queen sized furniture and a MURPHY BED. The second bathroom lies just across the hallway and features a SOLAR TUBE, shower/tub combo, single vanity with sink, and a comfort height toilet. The super spacious MASTER SUITE can easily accommodate king sized furniture, has CROWN MOLDING, a large WALK-IN CLOSET, and an ENSUITE BATHROOM with a WALK-IN SHOWER, comfort height toilet, and two SOLAR TUBES. There are two sets of SLIDING GLASS DOORS - from the MASTER BR and the DINING AREA - which lead to the outdoor haven with a 12' X 20' BIRDCAGE, OPEN PAVER PATIO, and REAR PRIVACY provided by a landscaping hedge. Other perks include: Carrier HVAC with GAS FURNACE (2012) w/ Aprilaire filter * TANKLESS HOT WATER HEATER (2013) * total of 4 SOLAR TUBES * ATTIC PULL DOWN STAIRS * SOLAR POWERED attic fan (2021) * Gutters & downspouts * New WASHER & DRYER (2021). Did I mention that the BOND is PAID?? Call today for your private showing!