Under contract-accepting backup offers. Offer in hand: noon deadline on Saturday June 13 for highest and best offers. Rarely does a home of this caliber become available in Starkey Ranch at this price point. Perfectly positioned on a premium pond-front homesite with an oversized backyard and breathtaking water views, this extensively upgraded MI Homes Santa Monica offers 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, a dedicated office, bonus room, and an oversized 23' x38' extended 3-car garage. The three car garage is structurally extended to have an extra 4' on the double door part. A paver driveway and Craftsman front porch welcome you. Designed for both luxury and everyday living, the open-concept floor plan showcases custom iron stair railings, custom metal glass office doors, solid wood plantation shutters, designer drapery and shades, luxury laminate flooring, high ceilings, and a stunning chef's kitchen featuring quartz stone countertops, built-in appliances, a marble backsplash, and abundant cabinetry with an enormous storage pantry. The first-floor primary suite offers a spa-inspired retreat with a tray ceiling, pond and pool views, ensuite bathroom with designer sconces, dual vanities, oversized walk-in shower, and spacious walk-in closet. Upstairs, you'll find a generously sized bonus room and three secondary bedrooms, including one with dual closets and a private ensuite, plus a thoughtfully designed hall bath with a separate tub and toilet area for enhanced functionality. Step outside to your resort-style backyard where an oversized structural lanai overlooks a spectacular saltwater pool with sunshelf, tumbled marble deck, premium heater/chiller system, and unobstructed expansive pond views. Additional upgrades include a water softener, custom built in fireplace, custom finishes throughout, and hurricane protection shutters. Smart features such as reclaimed water irrigation, energy-efficient windows, whole-home softening system, and washer and dryer. Residents enjoy multiple pools, playgrounds, dog parks, 22 miles of walking and biking trails, a K-8 school, library, community gardens, sports fields, and year-round events hosted by a dedicated activities director. Minutes from shopping, dining, medical facilities, and the Suncoast Parkway, Tampa International Airport and the beautiful Gulf Coast. Located in award-winning Starkey Ranch with access to top-rated schools, community pools, parks, trails, tennis courts, playgrounds, and more, this move-in ready luxury home offers the perfect combination of location, lifestyle, and value. Homes with this level of finish, outdoor living space, and water frontage are exceptionally difficult to find. Schedule your private showing today.