1338 Emerald Dunes Dr
Sun City Center, FL 33573
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2482 Sqft.
Flip Side Realty by Design
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Listing Description
🏡 1338 Emerald Dunes Dr, Sun City Center, FL 33573 Draft Property Overview
✔ Condominium: 3 Bedrooms • 2 Bathrooms • 2,482 sq ft, currently not listed for sale
✔ 2-Car Garage • Private Elevator • Water View
✔ Built in 2005
✔ Located in Toscana at Renaissance, an amenity-rich 55+ golf community in Sun City Center
✔ This is technically condominium ownership rather than a conventional fee-simple single-family home, despite its large, house-like floor plan and private garage.
🌟 Features & Highlights
✔ Spacious 2,482 sq ft floor plan with three bedrooms plus a separate den.
✔ Open-concept great room featuring high ceilings and a freestanding electric fireplace.
✔ Kitchen includes a breakfast bar, walk-in pantry, breakfast nook, and adjoining dining area.
✔ Spacious primary suite featuring a tray ceiling and walk-in closet.
✔ Primary bathroom includes dual-sink vanity and walk-in shower.
✔ Two additional generously sized bedrooms plus a separate den/home office.
✔ Second bathroom features a newer SafeStep walk-in tub installed in 2025.
✔ A private elevator connects the ground-level garage to the main living level.
✔ Interior laundry room with sink, cabinetry, washer, and dryer.
✔ No carpeting, with laminate and tile flooring.
✔ Furnished/turnkey configuration was included in its most recent marketing.
🌿 Outdoor Living
✔ Large 24' × 10' covered and screened lanai.
✔ Attractive pond and water views from the outdoor living area.
✔ Paver driveway enhances curb appeal.
✔ Tile roof complements the Mediterranean-inspired architecture.
✔ Newer HVAC system installed in 2024.
✔ Low-maintenance exterior and landscaping associated with condominium ownership.
⛳ Community & Recreation
✔ Located within the Toscana at Renaissance 55+ community.
✔ Residents have access to extensive golf, fitness, dining, social, and recreational opportunities.
✔ Nearby Club Renaissance features an 18-hole golf course, clubhouse, pool, fitness facilities, dining, and spa amenities.
✔ Sun City Center is particularly well known for its golf-cart-friendly lifestyle and extensive network of clubs and activities.
📍 Location & Surroundings
✔ Convenient Sun City Center location south of Tampa.
✔ Close to grocery stores, restaurants, healthcare, pharmacies, and everyday services.
✔ Easy access to US-301 and I-75.
✔ Convenient to Apollo Beach, Ruskin, Riverview, and Brandon.
✔ Tampa, Sarasota, St. Petersburg, and Gulf Coast recreation are all accessible for day trips.
⚡ Property & Utilities
✔ Condominium ownership within Toscana at Renaissance.
✔ Two-story configuration with private elevator.
✔ Block and stucco construction.
✔ Tile roof.
✔ Central heating and air conditioning.
✔ Public utilities.
✔ Zoning listed as PD-MU.
💰 Market & Taxes
✔ Currently off-market
✔ 2025 property taxes were approximately $5,591.
✔ Recent marketing showed combined association/HOA expenses of approximately $1,062 per month, so current fees and exactly what they cover should be verified carefully.
📊 Community Snapshot (Sun City Center / Renaissance)
✔ Established 55+ active-adult community centered around golf, recreation, and social activities.
✔ Extensive selection of clubs, fitness programs, dining, golf, and community events.
✔ Golf-cart transportation is an important part of everyday life within much of Sun City Center.
✔ Particularly attractive to retirees seeking a low-maintenance Florida lifestyle with extensive amenities.
✨ Summary
1338 Emerald Dunes Dr is an unusually spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bath, 2,482-square-foot residence in Toscana at Renaissance, offering the feel and scale of a single-family home with the convenience of condominium ownership. The home stands out with its private elevator, 2-car garage, separate den, high ceilings, fireplace, large screened lanai, pond views, tile roof, and newer HVAC. Its generous interior space and access to Renaissance's extensive 55+ golf and recreational amenities make it particularly appealing to buyers seeking an upscale, low-maintenance retirement lifestyle.
🏡 Sun City Center Community Overview
Sun City Center is one of Florida's best-known active-adult communities, designed around a highly social, recreational, and golf-oriented lifestyle. Residents can access shopping, healthcare, restaurants, recreation, and many everyday destinations without leaving the broader community.
🏡 Real Estate & Housing
🏠 Single-family residences, villas, condominiums, golf-course homes, and maintenance-free communities.
🌴 Mature landscaping, lakes, golf courses, and established neighborhoods.
⛳ Strong emphasis on active-adult and golf-oriented living.
💰 Wide range of housing options from modest retirement residences to larger upscale homes.
✅ Why People Love Sun City Center
✔ Extensive 55+ amenities and social activities.
✔ Golf-cart-friendly lifestyle.
✔ Multiple golf courses and recreational facilities.
✔ Excellent access to healthcare and everyday shopping.
✔ Convenient location between Tampa and Sarasota.
🏖️ Lifestyle & Attractions
✔ Club Renaissance.
✔ Scepter Golf Club.
✔ Caloosa Golf Club.
✔ Community pools, fitness facilities, clubs, classes, and social events.
✔ Tampa Bay and Gulf Coast boating, beaches, and recreation within easy driving distance.
🚗 Transportation & Accessibility
✔ Convenient access to US-301 and I-75.
✔ Approximately 30–40 minutes to Downtown Tampa.
✔ Approximately 35–45 minutes to Tampa International Airport.
✔ Convenient access to Riverview, Brandon, Apollo Beach, Sarasota, and St. Petersburg.
☀️ Climate & Outdoor Living
✔ Warm Florida climate supporting year-round recreation.
✔ Excellent opportunities for golf, swimming, walking, cycling, boating, and fishing.
✔ Extensive community amenities make an active lifestyle possible without traveling far from home.
Sun City Center offers an especially compelling combination of active-adult amenities, golf, low-maintenance living, and Tampa Bay accessibility, while 1338 Emerald Dunes Dr stands out for its unusually large floor plan, private elevator, water view, and upscale Renaissance setting.