8653 SW 96th St Unit A, Ocala, FL 34481

This beautifully updated and landscaped END UNIT Birmingham model offers 2 BR, 2 Baths and a fully enclosed Lani with heat and air flooded with natural light. The real charm of this property is the paved stone patio that invites you to relax under shady Oak Trees. Inside you will find a spacious kitchen (perfect for the gourmand and entertaining) that boasts ample soft-close wood cabinetry, generous granite tops, designer backsplash and stainless steel/glass appliances. Wet areas of the home are tiled, while the formal living room and bedrooms are graced with wood parquet floors. Both the primary bedroom en-suite bath and the guest bath are thoughtfully updated with step-in tiled showers outfitted with glass doors, extra towel bars and grab bars. The garage is extra deep and features cabinetry with lots of counter space, plus space for tools and storage. Additional upgrades include thermal pane windows throughout, crown moldings, chair rails, ceiling fans, energy efficient on demand hot water heater, whole house water softener, 200 AMP electrical panel, attic storage accessed from easy pulldown stairs in garage, double size laundry sink in laundry area, electricity pre-wired in the patio's paved stone accent planter for landscape lighting, and remote-controlled Biobidet BB-2000 luxury toilet bidets in both baths that include heated seats, warm water and more. A premier 55+ community, On Top of the World offers gated security and numerous active lifestyle amenities such as golf, fitness centers, pools, clubs, dog park and community events. Quick access (by golf cart, if you wish) to two commerce centers for shopping, dining, financial and medical services. Come enjoy all the benefits of indoor/outdoor easy living in this lovely Florida home!