Location, location, location! Welcome to this one-owner contemporary home in the desirable South Lakeland community of One Highlands Place. Offering 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and 2,001 square feet of comfortable living space, this home combines solid updates with the opportunity to make it your own. Major improvements have already been taken care of, including a new roof (2025), septic drain field (2022), water heater (2023), and A/C (2017) - giving peace of mind for years to come. The interior and exterior were freshly painted and new carpeting installed in November 2025, creating a clean, move-in ready feel. Inside, you’ll find a light, bright, and open layout featuring formal living and dining rooms, along with a spacious kitchen with granite countertops- offering abundant cabinet and counter space, a breakfast bar, and a casual dining area—all overlooking the comfortable family room. Sliding glass doors lead to a 12x26 screened lanai, perfect for relaxing or entertaining, and overlooking a private backyard setting. Seller states that there is a mature loquat tree in the yard that produces wonderful fruit. The split bedroom plan provides privacy, while the primary suite offers a generous walk-in closet, large bath, and direct access to the lanai through sliding doors. Additional features include an oversized side-entry garage with a workshop area—ideal for storage, hobbies, or projects - as well as an irrigation system to keep the yard looking its best year-round. All of this in a fabulous South Lakeland location—close to shopping, dining, medical facilities, top-rated schools, and recreational areas, with easy access to everything Lakeland has to offer. A well-maintained home with great updates already in place—ready for its next owner to add their personal touch.