Overview
Description
Welcome to this beautifully updated and meticulously maintained home in Highland Lakes, Palm Harbor’s sought-after 55+ golf community! Offering nearly 1,700 heated square feet, this inviting residence features a desirable split-bedroom, open floor plan with an abundance of natural light, gorgeous bamboo flooring, elegant crown molding, and stylish fixtures. With a living room, family room, AND oversized Florida room, there is no shortage of space to entertain guests or simply relax and enjoy the Florida lifestyle.
The well-appointed kitchen is truly the heart of the home and features granite countertops, newer appliances, updated solid wood cabinetry, a generous pantry, and a convenient pass-through window to the Florida room, making entertaining effortless. Retreat to the spacious primary suite, complete with wood-look porcelain tile flooring, a beautifully updated en-suite bathroom with a walk-in shower, a separate vanity and makeup area, TWO walk-in closets, and a flexible bonus room ideal for a home OFFICE, craft room, or private sitting room. The 2nd bedroom is perfectly located split on the opposite side of the home with a walk-in closet and perfectly located adjacent to the updated hall bath with tub/shower combo.
The expansive Florida room offers endless possibilities, with peaceful green views and direct access to a lovely paver patio surrounded by lush landscaping, providing privacy and ample space for outdoor furniture and grilling to enjoy year-round! Additional improvements include a BRAND-NEW ROOF to be installed prior to closing with an acceptable strong offer, a new electric water heater, updated windows, and 2015 HVAC! Enjoy added peace of mind with this property’s high-and-dry location outside designated flood and evacuation zones.
Nearly all the furniture is negotiable to be included in the purchase, making this home truly TURN-KEY! Highland Lakes offers an incredible array of amenities, including unlimited golf on three private executive courses, tennis, pickleball, bocce, shuffleboard, an active clubhouse with social activities and fitness classes, and the Lake Tarpon Lodge, featuring a private boat ramp, fishing pier, and community pontoon boats. Residents also enjoy complimentary RV and boat storage and golf cart-friendly streets, all for a low HOA fee.
Ideally situated near beautiful Gulf beaches, shopping, restaurants, medical facilities, major airports, and a cruise port, this home combines generous living space, thoughtful updates, and an outstanding active-adult lifestyle. Don’t miss your opportunity to enjoy all that Highland Lakes has to offer! Schedule your private showing today!
Address
- Street1743 MACDONNELL
- CityPalm Harbor
- SubdivisionHIGHLAND LAKES
- CountyPinellas
- StateFL
- Zip34684
- MLS #TB8558818
Interior
- AppliancesDishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener
- Bathrooms Full2
- Bathrooms Half0
- Bathrooms Total Integer2
- Bedrooms Total2
- CoolingCentral Air
- CoolingYes
- Fireplace FeaturesElectric, Living Room
- FireplaceYes
- FlooringBamboo, Tile
- FurnishedNegotiable
- HeatingElectric
- HeatingYes
- Interior FeaturesCeiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Skylight(s), Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Laundry FeaturesIn Garage
- LevelsOne
- Living Area1,642
- Living Area SourceOwner
- Living Area UnitsSquare Feet
- Rooms Total9
Exterior
- Attached GarageYes
- Carport Spaces0
- Covered Spaces2
- Direction FacesWest
- Exterior FeaturesIrrigation System, Lighting, Private Mailbox, Rain Gutters, Sidewalk
- Garage Spaces2
- GarageYes
- Lot FeaturesLandscaped, Level, Near Golf Course, Sidewalk
- Lot Size Acres0
- Lot Size Area7,349
- Lot Size Dimensions70 x 105
- Lot Size Square Feet7,349
- Lot Size UnitsSquare Feet
- Open ParkingYes
- Parking FeaturesDriveway, Garage Door Opener
- Patio And Porch FeaturesPatio
- Road Frontage TypeStreet Paved
- Road Surface TypePaved
- RoofShingle
- ViewGarden
- Water Body NameLAKE TARPON
- Waterfront FeaturesLake, Waterfront
Structure
- Architectural StyleRanch, Traditional
- Building Area Total2,146
- Construction MaterialsBlock, Stucco
- Foundation DetailsSlab
- Stories Total1
- Year Built1980
Utilities
- SewerPublic Sewer
- UtilitiesCable Available, Electricity Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Sprinkler Recycled, Street Lights, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
- Water SourcePublic
Financial
- Association Fee164
- Association Fee FrequencyMonthly
- Association Fee IncludesCommon Area Taxes, Community Pool, Escrow Reserves Fund, Pool Maintenance, Recreational Facilities
- AssociationYes
- Parcel Number052816389040000710
- Pets AllowedYes
- Tax Annual Amount1,858
- Tax Block000
- Tax Book Number81-16
- Tax Legal DescriptionHIGHLAND LAKES UNIT 14 PHASE I LOT 71
- Tax Lot71
- Tax Year2025
- ZoningRPD-7.5
Location
- Community FeaturesCommunity Boat Ramp, Dock, Fishing, Lake, Water Access, Waterfront, Association Recreation - Owned, BBQ Area, Clubhouse, Deed Restrictions, Golf Carts OK, Golf, Pool, Sidewalks, Tennis Court(s)
- CountryUnited States
- County Or ParishPinellas
- DirectionsUS 19 N to Highland Lakes to main entrance (fountains) north of Nebraska. Follow entrance road to a left onto E Dorchester Dr. Take a right onto Highlands Blvd N. Take a left onto MacDonnell Dr to property located on your right.
- Latitude28
- Longitude-83
- MLS Area Major34684 - Palm Harbor
- Postal Code34684
- Postal Code Plus42345
- Senior CommunityYes
- Street NameMACDONNELL
- Street Number1743
- Street Number Numeric1,743
- Street SuffixDRIVE
- Subdivision NameHIGHLAND LAKES
- Unparsed Address1743 MACDONNELL DRIVE
Features & Amenities
- Association Recreation - Owned
- Bamboo
- BBQ Area
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Central Air
- Clubhouse
- Community Boat Ramp
- Crown Molding
- Deed Restrictions
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Dock
- Driveway
- Dryer
- Electric
- Fishing
- Garage Door Opener
- Garden
- Golf
- Golf Carts OK
- In Garage
- Irrigation System
- Kitchen/Family Room Combo
- Lake
- Landscaped
- Level
- Lighting
- Living Room/Dining Room Combo
- Microwave
- Near Golf Course
- Pool
- Primary Bedroom Main Floor
- Private Mailbox
- Rain Gutters
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Sidewalk
- Sidewalks
- Skylight(s)
- Solid Wood Cabinets
- Split Bedroom
- Stone Counters
- Tennis Court(s)
- Tile
- Tray Ceiling(s)
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Washer
- Water Access
- Water Softener
- Waterfront
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- Home insurance
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- HOA dues
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