3228 MANGROVE POINT DRIVE, Ruskin, FL

***Now offering a FREE Preferred Lender paid 1% rate buydown, save $253/month for the first year! Contact our Preferred Lender today for your customized quote. Welcome to your own slice of paradise in the sought-after Little Harbor waterfront community! This beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 3-bath corner-unit townhome offers the perfect combination of coastal charm, privacy, and an effortless Florida lifestyle. Designed to embrace true Florida living, this home features three private outdoor spaces, including a serene balcony off the primary suite overlooking the canal, a second private balcony off the upstairs secondary bedrooms that provides additional space to enjoy the spectacular natural surroundings, and a spacious balcony off the dining and living area that creates a seamless indoor-outdoor flow. The rear of the home overlooks the canal and a protected preserve, offering a peaceful tropical backdrop where you can regularly enjoy sightings of manatees, dolphins, native birds, and other Florida wildlife. Filled with abundant natural light, this tastefully updated home showcases a timeless neutral color palette, granite countertops throughout, and a spacious open-concept living area designed for both comfort and entertaining. The stunning primary suite features a luxurious pebble stone, rain-head super shower, creating a spa-like retreat. A newer washer and dryer add everyday convenience, and all appliances throughout the home have been updated, including a recently installed 3-ton HVAC system for enhanced comfort and efficiency. The oversized garage large enough to function as a one-and-a-half-car garage provides exceptional storage for beach gear, bicycles, and boating essentials. Beyond your doorstep, Little Harbor offers a true resort-style waterfront lifestyle. Residents enjoy access to a marina, waterfront restaurants, multiple pools, a fitness center, tennis and pickleball courts, and private beach access, all set against some of the most spectacular sunsets over Tampa Bay. Whether you enjoy boating, fishing, kayaking, paddleboarding, or simply relaxing by the water, every day here feels like a vacation. Ideally located in Ruskin, Florida, this home offers exceptional regional connectivity. You are just a short drive to MacDill Air Force Base, as well as other key military and defense installations throughout the Tampa Bay area, including Coast Guard facilities. Travel is convenient with both Tampa International Airport and St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport within easy reach. You are also close to the vibrant downtown districts of Tampa, St. Petersburg, and Sarasota. For beach lovers, the location is unmatched. Enjoy quick access to the world-renowned Gulf Coast beaches, including Anna Maria Island, Siesta Key, and Clearwater Beach, consistently ranked among the best beaches in the world. From white sand shores to crystal-clear waters, the best of Florida’s coastline is right at your fingertips. Little Harbor is a pet-friendly waterfront neighborhood, with walking areas throughout and nearby public parks in Ruskin offering designated dog parks and additional pet-friendly outdoor spaces. Whether you are searching for a primary residence, vacation getaway, or income-producing investment, this exceptional property offers strong rental potential, an unbeatable location, and the coastal lifestyle you’ve been dreaming of!