Beds
2
Baths
2
Sq Ft
1,371 sq ft
Year Built
1955
Lot Size
0.19 acres
Garage
1
About This Property
Welcome to this cash-focused living opportunity in the heart of Clearwater, offering a cozy lifestyle with long-term potential, investment appeal, and plenty of room for personalization. This home presents a great opportunity for a buyer looking to step into a space that is comfortable and livable now, while having the ability to add value over time through thoughtful updates and improvements. **ALSO, THE SELLER IS OFFERING A $2,000 BUYER CREDIT TO BE USED TOWARDS COSMETICS OR REPAIRS AT THE BUYER'S DISCRETION** Inside, you’ll find a bright and inviting layout with new flooring throughout the main living areas and fresh interior paint that gives the home a clean, move-in ready feel. The large living space is filled with natural light and offers flexibility for both everyday living and entertaining, while the guest bedroom features updated tile-style flooring for a modern, low-maintenance finish. The home also includes solar panels, adding an energy-efficient feature with the potential to help reduce monthly utility costs. With solid bones and key updates already in place, this home is well-suited for a buyer who appreciates immediate comfort with the option to enhance and customize over time. Both bathrooms showcase charming original vintage tile, adding a timeless and stylish touch that reflects the character of the home, while also offering an opportunity for personalization. The spaces are ready for new vanities, allowing the next owner to select their own finishes and create a look that fits their style. The home offers a generous yard, ideal for relaxing, pets, or creating your own outdoor space, with recent exterior improvements that open up the space and enhance overall curb appeal. There is plenty of room to expand on landscaping or design an outdoor setting that matches your vision. The kitchen includes a refrigerator and dishwasher approximately 3 years old and a stove approximately 5 years old, all included with the home, while the washer, dryer, and microwave are not included. Seller is willing to offer a credit toward bathroom vanities or additional cosmetic updates such as flooring or landscaping, giving buyers flexibility to make the home their own. Conveniently located near Clearwater Beach, St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport, and major roadways including US Highway 19 and Gulf to Bay Boulevard, with easy access to shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences, this home is a strong opportunity for buyers seeking a comfortable space today with the ability to create something even more special over time.
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Directions
From I-275 N, Take Exit 31 for FL-60 / Gulf to Bay Blvd toward Clearwater. Turn left onto Gulf to Bay Blvd (FL-60 W). Continue west on Gulf to Bay Blvd for about 3–5 miles. Turn right onto N Hercules Ave. Turn left onto Brookside Dr. Arrive on right
Location
704 BROOKSIDE DRIVE, CLEARWATER, FL 33764
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How to Buy This Home
Multiple financing options available for this $280,000 home in CLEARWATER.
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FHA Loan
$9,800 Down
Government-backed, low down payment. Credit scores as low as 580.
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VA Loan
$0 Down
Zero down for eligible veterans, active duty, and military families.
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Conventional
$14,000 Down
Traditional financing. As low as 3-5% down with good credit.
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USDA Loan
$0 Down
Zero down for eligible rural areas. Income limits apply.
Florida Down Payment Assistance Programs
You may qualify for up to $35,000 in assistance to cover your down payment and closing costs.
Florida Hometown Heroes
Up to $35,000
First-time buyers working in FL
FL Assist
Up to $10,000
FHA, VA, or USDA borrowers
FL HLP Second Mortgage
Up to $10,000
First-time buyers, 0% deferred
Pinellas County SHIP
Varies
Income-qualifying Pinellas residents
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