971 Valley Ave, Marco Island, FL 34145

CLOSE TO THE BEACH! Attention Investors... 97,800 collected in rent in 2023; and 119,998 in 2022! Whether you are looking for a great investment near the beach & restaurants, or looking for a nice place to call home, you will love this impressive Old Florida style home. Situated on an oversized lot in the much sought after south end of the island. Enter through the double glass doors into a freshly painted tropical blue 12x12 entry. Wide stairway takes you to the upper floor where all your living space is. Step into the huge great room that boasts vaulted wood-beamed ceiling, and a beautiful south facing Bay window. Off the great room is a dining area that has double doors leading out to the 10x28 screened-in lanai. The kitchen has stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, pantry, picture window, and a 12 ft breakfast bar! Split floor plan has 2 bedrooms each on either side of the great room for a total of 4. Steps down from the lanai is a pool bath that has recently been updated. This home has outdoor living at its best! Huge screened-in deck for soaking in the Florida sunshine surround the large inviting pool. An extra plus is a covered 10x50 area with 3 new ceiling fans to keep you cool. There is a tremendous amount of outdoor furniture that stays with the house, including 4 brand new lounge chairs & cushions. The home is beautifully landscaped with King palms and tall hedges giving you much privacy. Yard is partially fenced for your 4 legged friends. Adjacent to the pool deck is a 12x8 utility room that has a closet that seller uses as an owner's closet when home is rented. Note all the expensive upgrades: Approximately October 2022 - new hot water heater, new A/C, new pool pump, new pool heater, new outside lighting. Approximately November 2020, all new impact glass windows and front entry door, new Hardie board siding around entire home, and new roof! This home sits a short distance from Marco Island's South Beach, shopping, fine and fun dining, and a movie theater. The location can't be beat and a beautiful home comes with it! Turnkey furnished - can move right in.