Welcome to 1011 Emerald Drive! – An amazing 2,380 hsf single-story pool home situated on a rare almost acre lot in the heart of Brandon with no HOA or CDD! This classic styled home offers 3 large bedrooms & 2 full bathrooms. Entering the house from the front door, you will find yourself in a large light-filled living room with picture windows that overlook the front semi-private courtyard. Just past the living room is the kitchen. There are stone countertops, wood cabinetry, decorative backsplash, and nice dinette space. To the left of the living room is a small hallway that leads to a full hall bath (that still has the original vintage tile), two nice sized bedrooms, and several hall closets for storage. Back out into the Living Room and past the kitchen area is a large formal dining space the still has the original wood panel walls and another large picture window that overlooks the huge backyard. There is also another full bathroom tucked away. The primary bedroom is private and situated towards the front of the home, off of the formal dining room. This large space has a deep closet and several windows that let in lots of natural light. For added convenience, the indoor laundry area is located off the hallway between the dining room and primary bedroom. There is also access to the attached garage. Back out into the formal dining room is a small area that serves as an office and opens up to a large step down L-shaped family room. This oversized space has a large corner fireplace as well as an indoor grill. There is also a sliding glass door that leads out to the large openair pool and huge backyard. This space holds so many possibilities. This property is perfect for living, working, entertaining, & enjoying the Florida lifestyle. There is a large horseshoe driveway in the front that can hold 4+ vehicles, plus a long side driveway that leads to the attached garage or into the backyard. The Emerald Drive Neighborhood is a great street filled with 25 homes. The area is pet / family friendly and properties are not made available very often. This is a needle in the haystack property. A rare opportunity to own land, freedom, and gain long-term value in an established neighborhood. This location provides quick access to Saladino Park which offers pickleball courts, a dog park, walking trails, and open green space. It is also close to great shopping, restaurants, I-75, Selmon Expressway, & I-4. Get to Downtown Tampa, Tampa International Airport, or MacDill Air Force Base fast. Travel to some of Florida’s top vacation destinations like Disney World or the sugar sand beaches of the Gulf in about an hour. This opportunity is just too good to pass up! Schedule your private tour today! Please Note that room measurements are approximate and should be verified by the Buyer and / or Buyers Agent. Schools listed are according to Hillsborough County School Zoning and should also be verified by the Buyer and / or Buyers Agent.