5210 ALAFIA FALLS DRIVE LITHIA FL 33547 MLS #TB8485679

Located in the gated community of Fishhawk Preserve, this beautifully updated Cardel-built Martin floor plan offers Mediterranean style and modern comfort on a spacious 0.50-acre corner lot. Featuring 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, bonus room and 2,815 square feet of living space, the home also includes a side-entry 3-car garage, pavered driveway, tile roof, and double 8-foot entry doors.
Inside, 12-foot ceilings and abundant natural light create a bright, open feel, enhanced by transom windows and sliding glass doors in both the living room and breakfast nook. Ceramic wood-look tile runs throughout the main living areas, with carpet in the bedrooms. At the front of the home is a formal dining room that also functions beautifully as a private office or flex space, offering an ideal setup for remote work or study. The living room features decorative picture frame molding, surround sound speakers, and updated lighting.
The kitchen is designed for both style and function, offering white quartz countertops, subway tile backsplash, a large island with seating, white slow-close cabinets, and a walk-in pantry. Appliances include a built-in oven and microwave, a 5-burner gas cooktop, and a stylish vent hood. The kitchen opens seamlessly to the living area and breakfast nook, creating an ideal space for everyday living and entertaining.
The three-way split bedroom layout provides privacy for all. The primary suite is positioned off the living room toward the front of the home and includes dual walk-in closets with pocket doors and an en-suite bathroom with a garden tub, glass-enclosed shower with dual shower heads, private water closet, and updated vanity and shutters (2025). Bedrooms 2 and 3 are located on the opposite side and share a full bathroom with a tub/shower combination.
Modern glass barn doors off the dinette lead to a flexible rear section of the home featuring Bedroom 4, a full pool bath, and a spacious bonus room with a custom built-in desk and entertainment console. Sliding glass doors provide direct access to the outdoor living area.
The screened-in pool, completed in 2023, features pavers and is surrounded by privacy hedges, creating a peaceful outdoor retreat perfect for relaxing or entertaining.
Additional features include a tankless water heater, water softener (2022), new carpeting (2022), updated bathroom plumbing fixtures and lighting, and replaced interior door hardware. The home is prewired for security and surround sound, with speakers in the living room and outdoors. A laundry room with cabinets, shelving, and a utility sink adds convenience.
Residents enjoy access to Fishhawk Ranch amenities including clubhouses, fitness centers, pools, tennis and pickleball courts, playgrounds, and miles of trails. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, and major roadways, with access to Tampa, MacDill AFB, Orlando attractions, and Gulf Coast beaches.