Live the Florida lifestyle you've been dreaming of in this beautifully updated home located in the highly desirable 55+ community of Highlands Ridge in Avon Park. With 1,826 sq ft under air and 2,279 total sq ft, this spacious and well-appointed residence is perfectly suited for comfort, entertaining, and easy living. Nestled among scenic orange groves just south of the frost line, Highlands Ridge offers a peaceful setting paired with an active, social lifestyle. The home features a completely renovated kitchen with granite countertops, porcelain tile flooring, and new stainless steel appliances. Enjoy year-round comfort with a newer A/C system, new roof, vinyl-clad double-pane windows, and a new hot water heater. Thoughtful upgrades throughout the home include high-rise comfort toilets (installed in 2023), PEX plumbing (2020), and full-house gutters (2021). Unwind in the whirlpool tub in the guest bathroom, or relax in your 10x14 screened-in lanai, enhanced by a roll-out SunSetter awning, perfect for enjoying Florida's sunny afternoons. Best of all, the home is being sold fully furnished, making your move seamless. Highlands Ridge is one of Central Florida's premier 55+ communities, offering two 18-hole golf courses, scenic views of lakes, fairways, and nature preserves, and a welcoming environment where neighbors quickly become friends. From golf and pickleball to fishing and social events, the community is designed for year-round fun and connection. Conveniently located just 1.5 hours to either coast, and close to Tampa, Orlando, and local shopping, dining, and healthcare, this home offers both small-town charm and city accessibility. Don't miss your chance to experience the best of Florida living--schedule your private tour today and see why so many call Highlands Ridge home.