SOME LIKE IT HOT... OTHERS LIKE IT POOLSIDE! Situated on 1.02 BEAUTIFULLY LANDSCAPED ACRES in CITRUS HILLS - CLEARVIEW ESTATES, this 3BD/2BA/2-CAR GARAGE CONCRETE BLOCK/STUCCO CONTEMPORARY RANCH offers 1,794 sqft of living space, a GAS-HEATED, SCREEN-ENCLOSED CHLORINE POOL w/WATERFALL, a spacious backyard & NO REQUIRED SOCIAL MEMBERSHIP! Major updates include ROOF (2023), HVAC (2019) & NEW POOL PUMP (JULY 2026)! From the moment you arrive, attractive landscaping, mature trees, a DOUBLE-DOOR ENTRANCE & expansive lawn create a wonderful first impression. Inside, the OPEN & SPLIT FLOOR PLAN features VAULTED CEILINGS, NEWER LUXURY VINYL FLOORING THROUGHOUT THE MAIN LIVING AREAS, a spacious living room & comfortable gathering areas. The STONE-ACCENTED ELECTRIC FIREPLACE adds character, while the UPDATED KITCHEN offers GRANITE COUNTERTOPS, a DECORATIVE CERAMIC TILE BACKSPLASH, NEWER STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES, ample cabinetry, a PANTRY, generous counter space, breakfast seating & an easy connection to the dining area. The spacious PRIMARY SUITE features a VAULTED CEILING, WALK-IN CLOSET & an UPDATED PRIVATE BATHROOM w/DUAL SINKS & WALK-IN SHOWER, creating a comfortable retreat to begin & end your day. Two additional bedrooms, a guest bath & INDOOR LAUNDRY ROOM add everyday convenience. BUT WAIT... THE REAL SHOWSTOPPER IS WAITING OUT BACK! Step outside to your SCREEN-ENCLOSED, GAS-HEATED IN-GROUND CHLORINE POOL featuring a decorative WATERFALL, spacious pool decking & a COVERED LANAI offering a shaded place to relax. Morning coffee overlooking the pool? Afternoon swims? Weekend cookouts? This is where FLORIDA LIVING really comes to life! Beyond the pool enclosure, the BEAUTIFULLY LANDSCAPED BACKYARD offers plenty of GREEN SPACE, attractive WHITE RAIL FENCING & mature trees. Gardening enthusiasts will appreciate the 7 RAISED GARDEN BEDS, offering a wonderful opportunity to grow fresh vegetables, herbs or colorful flowers! A separate PAVER PATIO adds even more character to this 1.02-ACRE HOMESITE. Whether you enjoy gardening, entertaining or simply relaxing outdoors, there's room for it all! Additional features include LAWN SPRINKLERS, OUTDOOR LIGHTING, GUTTERS, DOUBLE-PANE WINDOWS, PUBLIC WATER & SEWER, an attached 2-CAR GARAGE & CONCRETE DRIVEWAY. Located in CLEARVIEW ESTATES within CITRUS HILLS, this property offers convenient access to shopping, restaurants, golf & the outdoor recreation Citrus County is known for, including boating, kayaking, fishing & the unforgettable experience of SWIMMING WITH THE MANATEES in nearby CRYSTAL RIVER! LOW ANNUAL HOA OF $281 & NO REQUIRED SOCIAL MEMBERSHIP! With OVER AN ACRE, a GAS-HEATED POOL, WATERFALL & spacious outdoor living areas, this home offers an inviting combination of SPACE, COMFORT & FLORIDA LIFESTYLE! FREE 1-year HOME WARRANTY for PEACE OF MIND is OFFERED to the BUYER!