Beautifully updated, turn-key pool home in NW Gainesville's Northwood neighborhood. This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home was built in 1969 and has a large fenced lot on .32 of an acre. Prime location just 3 miles to the University of Florida, downtown Gainesville and walking distance to nearby shops and restaurants. A bird lovers dream with counts as high as 18 different types of birds in one afternoon. Solid concrete block construction with all the heavy lifting already done for you including new 30 year architectural shingle roof (2026), water lines replaced (2021) sewer line replaced (2023) HVAC air handler replaced (2023), tankless gas water heater (2023), kitchen, bathroom, windows and sliding glass door updated (2020). From the covered front porch you enter the light and bright open floor plan to the Great Room. Updated fans and interior paint complement the tile floor and large picture window overlooking the front garden. This room opens to the kitchen, which features stainless steel appliances, wood cabinets, granite countertops, a center island with a breakfast bar and a gas range. To the right of the kitchen is a breakfast area or additional seating. Through the kitchen is the laundry room with additional storage and access to the one car garage. Next to the garage is a covered canopy for additional parking. Off the kitchen is the current dining room which has sliding glass doors that open to the screened in-ground pool. It has a new liner (2023) and a new pool timer and vacuum system (2026). The large pool deck offers plenty of space for entertaining friends or family. In 2022 a metal gazebo and wood deck were added to give you a great covered dining and entertaining space. Back to the Great Room, going left down the center hall leads you to two guest bedrooms with newer fans, updated windows and blinds. They share a guest bathroom that has also been updated with new paint, window, plumbing and light fixtures as well as a new vanity. The primary bedroom has built-in closets and a private en suite bathroom. The bathroom was updated with a modern custom shower, vanity, plumbing and light fixtures. You will love the clean lines and that the home is filled with natural light. Zoned for Norton Elementary, Westwood Middle and Gainesville High Schools. No HOA. Truly a solid home in great condition.