17576 SE 96th Ct, Summerfield, FL 34491

Discover the charm of Spruce Creek South, an intimate, quiet, and affordable gated 55+ community just a golf-cart ride from The Villages—reachable in minutes yet offering a calmer, more close-knit atmosphere with NO TRAFIC! This beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home features VAULTED ceilings and CONTINUOUS HARDWOOD flooring throughout the main living areas and bedrooms. A spacious living room anchors the home, while the redesigned kitchen offers NEWER and abundant cabinetry, SILESTONE counters, an undermount double sink, and updated appliances including a 2025 dishwasher, 2024 microwave, and 2019 range. The prime suite includes hardwood floors, an ensuite bath, and a large walk-in closet with new shelving. The guest bedroom is generously sized, and the third bedroom provides ideal flexibility for hobbies, office, or extra guests. Enjoy exceptional indoor-outdoor living with a glassed-and-screened, air-conditioned Florida room that flows to a second covered lanai enclosed with screening and plexiglass for year-round comfort. Low maintenance landscaping, perfect for SNOWBIRDS. Ample two car garage hosts washer and dryer and is air conditioned and has two fan lights for year round comfort. Major updates include a Dec 2023 ROOF and 2021 HVAC. Spruce Creek South offers outstanding amenities: a 25,000 SF clubhouse with fitness center, hobby and game rooms, library, and ballroom; an 18-hole golf course with pro shop and The Links restaurant; pickleball, bocce, volleyball, basketball, tennis, a heated pool/spa, walking and biking trails, lakes, parks, and 30+ clubs plus popular TRAVELING softball and horseshoe teams. Golf-cart access leads directly to shopping, dining, medical offices, Walmart, Aldi, Lowe’s, and THE VILLAGES, where you can enjoy free concerts 365 days a year! Close to multiple golf courses, Silver Springs State Park, THE WORLD EQUESTRIAN CENTER, Lake Weir recreation, and major healthcare facilities and OCALA. With its unbeatable location, peaceful atmosphere, and active lifestyle, this home delivers exceptional value just moments from The Villages. Spruce Creek South is a 55+ community. Thinking of buying, please do your due diligence and check all measurements and facts.