Houses are a lot like people in that both houses and people need to maintain the health of their bones. This week’s featured house has those really good bones that real estate people always talk about, but, like all of us, it has aged, and could benefit from a bit of work, although it is just fine the way it is.
Hidden away in the desirable neighborhood of Miraflores, in the southwest quadrant of Indian River County is this middle-aged house, an incredible value. Schools, shopping and restaurants are minutes away in any direction, and the beach is ten minutes away. Nearly every denomination of church or temple is within a couple of miles.
Built in 1980, with a new roof put on in 2014, this gracious, well-maintained wood-frame ranch house has really good bones and great layout, a huge yard in an established neighborhood, and is move-in ready.
Even better than that is the fact that the great price makes it the obvious choice for people who want to put their own touch on their living space. As sweet and classic a house as this is, with a few updates, it could be a nurturing family home or retirement retreat for the man or woman who has everything.
“This is a great house for a young family,” said Coldwell Banker Paradise realtor Michael Boyd.
Large oak trees line the winding street, and a long, curving gravel driveway lined with lovely shrubs and assorted tall palms leads visitors to the front door. The yard is studded with mature majesty palms and other lush greenery.
The floor plan is that of a traditional mid-century ranch house, flowing along a line. The entryway leads right into a comfortable living and dining room with high ceilings and a view of the greenery in the huge yard.
The kitchen is the center of the house, and is fully equipped and well laid out, with cheerful white cabinets, overhead lighting, and adobe colored brick tile. There is also a cozy eating area with a counter, making meal time less harried and more efficient. Adjoining the kitchen is a large family area. There is also an extra room for an office or craft area.
In the style of the 1980s, this is typical of the mid-century ranch. On one side of the house are two bedrooms and the master suite, which includes a nicely organized closets, where mom and dad can hear their little ones close by.
The patio is a peaceful, shaded spot to enjoy a glass of iced tea. The lush landscape hides secret sitting areas around the large yard.
A spacious two-car garage is at one end of the house, as well as a separate storage building for an RV, plus room for a real workshop/office/retreat.
Part of the property has an RV spot that can also be used for boats. The large side yard offers all the privacy anyone needs. Huge trees and shrubbery line the southern part of the property, making it feel like the house is way out in the country.
“This is for the guy who has stuff and needs a place to put it,” said Boyd.
The 33rd Avenue location in southwest Vero makes this house conveniently located to everything that a young family needs and the neighborhood has a varied demographic of homeowners. Older people out walking share the road with youngsters riding bicycles, under huge oak canopies, dripping with Spanish moss.
Privacy, price, and space make this the perfect home for first-time home buyers with a family. Someone in the building trades could turn this into a treasure box. The monthly payments on this house are the same as rentals, yet, this house is an equity builder, and who couldn’t use some equity right about now?
The current owners are the only people who have lived here, and the house gives off a real sense of home.
“Now it’s time for another family to enjoy it,” said Boyd.
The house is on the market for $279,000. If you are interested, contact Boyd at Coldwell Banker Paradise.
