Situated on an expansive, almost half-acre waterview lot in the highly desirable community of River Wilderness, this updated model-like home offers rare financial value with an assumable VA loan at 2.875%, a low HOA, and no CDD fees. Enjoy total peace of mind with major structural upgrades already complete, including a new tile roof (2023) and fresh exterior paint (2025). Offering 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a sleek sideload garage, this turnkey residence provides the ideal blend of privacy, security, and quiet beauty in a welcoming 24-hour manned gated neighborhood. The wide-open floor plan is designed for effortless entertaining, featuring wood flooring throughout (zero carpet), updated bathrooms, and a modern kitchen anchored by waterfall quartz countertops and upgraded appliances. Pocketing sliding glass doors draw you outdoors to a private, heated pool with a water fountain that can be operated via an indoor remote. River Wilderness provides an exceptional lifestyle featuring a community boat ramp with direct access to the Manatee River, hiking trails, nature views, and RV/boat storage. Optional club membership grants access to recently renovated country club facilities, including championship golf, a restaurant, tennis and pickleball courts, bocce, an Olympic-sized pool, a fitness center, and active social programming. Strategically positioned between St. Petersburg and Sarasota, you are within 45 minutes of two major airports, minutes from Ft. Hammer Park, and a quick trip across the Fort Hammer Bridge to Lakewood Ranch dining and shopping. Home Highlights: Property: 3 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | Sideload Garage | Almost 0.5-Acre Waterview Lot | Assumable 2.875% VA Loan | Low HOA & No CDD. Interior: Open layout, wood flooring throughout (no carpet), updated bathrooms, modern kitchen with waterfall quartz countertops and upgraded appliances. Outdoor Space: Heated pool with fountain and indoor remote controls, pocketing slider doors to spacious patio. Maintenance & Systems: New tile roof (2023), exterior painted (2025), A/C replaced (2018). Community & Amenities: 24-hour manned gated entry, community boat ramp (Manatee River access), hiking trails, RV/boat storage. Optional membership for golf, restaurant dining, tennis, pickleball, bocce, Olympic pool, and fitness center. Prime Location: Positioned between St. Pete and Sarasota near regional medical centers, Ft. Hamer Park, and quick bridge access to Lakewood Ranch.