Under contract-accepting backup offers. Short Sale. This luxury 3-bed townhome sits in a serene gated community surrounded by greenspace and ponds. The 2-story home has a wonderful layout, with the kitchen open to the living and dining areas on the first level. The timeless kitchen features Shaker cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless appliances and a long breakfast bar with seating. Just steps away, you can grill up dinner or enjoy a quiet cup of coffee on the covered back patio. Head upstairs to find all the bedrooms, a versatile loft area (yoga space, home office, playroom) and the all-important 2nd-floor laundry room. The primary bedroom boasts a walk-in closet and an ensuite with a granite-topped double vanity & a huge shower. The guest rooms on the other side of the floorplan share the hallway bathroom, which includes a custom-tiled tub surround. The attached garage provides plenty of extra storage space, and there’s room for 2 more cars in the driveway. Townes at Belmont is a gated community situated in one of the most desirable parts of Ruskin. Residents here enjoy amenities like a resort-style pool, playground, clubhouse, sports courts and walking trails. Publix & the Belmont Shopping Center sit at the edge of the community, and you can be at any of the Gulf Coast beaches in under 20 minutes. There are also countless shopping and dining options in both directions along I-75 & Rt 301. Downtown Tampa is just 30 minutes from your front door!