2402 S Cardenas AvenueTampa, FL 33629Sale Price: $1,750,000

Beautiful and spacious 5 bedroom, 2-story traditional home located in desirable Palma Ceia on a brick-lined street. This home is larger than life and offers 10' ceilings upstairs and downstairs providing an open and spacious feeling. Greeting you as you enter this family home is the formal living and dining room which are combined in a large yet cozy space. Entertaining is a breeze with the open eat-in kitchen complete with a custom built-in storage bench in the breakfast area which opens to the bright and roomy family room. The improvements made to this home are remarkable and include: French doors off the kitchen leading to the side yard and pool (outdoor entertainment area 1), gorgeous L5 quartzite counters (Kitchen and Master Bath), granite countertops in guest bathrooms, refinished solid wood kitchen cabinets, SS sink, Viking induction cooktop, GE caf appliances (dishwasher & refrigerator), water softener, HVAC 10/2017, custom built-ins in the family room, recessed lighting throughout, custom closets, plantation shutters. The kitchen also features a double oven, walk-in pantry, pull-out drawers, beverage/wine fridge & bar area plus a huge center island fitting 4 bar stools easily. Other features in this home include double pane windows, volume ceilings, crown molding, 8-inch baseboards, and all doors and windows are trimmed with molding. The entire first level has hardwood floors as well as the staircase and treads. The heated saltwater pool is surrounded by tropical landscape providing a wonderful, tranquil escape. Hangout on the sun shelf or under the waterfall feature while grilling and spending time with loved ones. No mosquito zone with the mosquito NIX system. Another set of French doors lead out from the family room to the covered/ paver patio and the backyard area courtyard patio/backyard area complete with pavers and lush landscaping (outdoor entertainment area 2). Upstairs, there is a large landing with wiring in place to accommodate computers for an office or homework/ study space. There are two sets of suites encompassing the 4 secondary bedrooms, each with their own Jack and Jill bathrooms between them. Each of the secondary bathrooms function with double vanities and separate water closets & shower/baths. Currently, the generously sized 5th bedroom is used as an office and bonus room with French doors to the Romeo and Juliet balcony. All the bedrooms are spacious. Large laundry room with sink and cabinets is also conveniently located upstairs. As you enter the spectacular Master Suite through French doors, there is a cozy sitting area vestibule and a large walk-in, custom closet. (15x8). The glorious master bath has been completely renovated with a large glass shower, soaking tub, dual vanities housed in gorgeous L5 quartzite, separate water closet and linen closet..WOW! All this AND in walking distance to Plant High School. Such a highly sought after, conveniently located neighborhood.