Well maintained and updated Mid-Century Modern home in NE Gainesville's Carol Estates neighborhood. This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home was built in 1956. Solid concrete block construction with updated roof in 2018, water heater 2021, HVAC in 2020 and newer windows throughout. Period finishes include terrazzo floors, tongue and groove wood ceiling on the screened porch and cypress wood paneling. Great location close to schools, area shops and restaurants including Satchels, Public & General, Wards and Cilantro Taco. Entering off the tiled, covered front porch into the Living Room with wood paneling, terrazzo floors and three large picture windows overlooking the front garden with over 100 native plants. To the right of the Living Room is the Florida Room with polished concrete floors. Off the Florida Room is the in-door laundry room which includes lots of storage and a stackable washer and dryer. To the left of the Living Room is the open dining area with tray ceiling. To the right of the dining area is the updated kitchen with wood cabinets and stainless steel appliances including a French Door refrigerator, double oven/range, dishwasher and microwave/hood. The bright and open plan includes a pass through from the kitchen to the large Family Room overlooking the rear, fenced yard with outdoor fireplace. Off the Family Room is the Primary Suite with French Doors to the covered, screened porch and the ensuite bathroom. The bathroom has updated fixtures, lots of storage and a walk-in closet. Back to the Living Room, there is a separate hall leading to the two guest bedrooms that share a guest bathroom. This is a split bedroom plan for privacy. The rooms have built-in closets, extra storage and terrazzo floors. The guest bathroom has vintage blue tile and is in great condition. The current owners are relocating for work, but they will miss their home that they have poured so much love into including newer interior paint, additional roof insulation, newer fencing and their extensive use of native landscaping. No HOA. Zoned for Metcalfe Elementary, newly updated Howard Bishop and Eastside High School. Less than 4 miles to the University of Florida, 10 minutes to downtown Gainesville and walking and biking to nearby Tom Petty, Smokey Bear and Citizen Fields Parks.
