1491 SANTA MONICA DRIVE Under contract-accepting backup offers. Centrally located in the quiet golf cart friendly Hillside Park neighborhood, this 3/2/2 beautifully painted, split plan home boasts over 70K in updates in the past 5 years. Featuring a newly renovated European inspired kitchen with quartz counters, unique backsplash, floor tile, and bar-top that welcome you to the home. Newer stainless-steel appliances include a convection oven and Bosch dishwasher. The spacious living room draws you into the cool "aquas" of the oversized Florida Room with stone fireplace (propane), while the renovated baths with new & vintage tile enhance the retro-vibe. In addition to the KITCHEN remodel (2021), other updates are, MASTER BATH: revised plumbing & fixtures, new vanity, faucet, mirror, and custom tiled shower & floor (2021), GUEST BATH: revised plumbing & fixtures, floor tile, mirror, and toilet (2021), FAMILY ROOM: exterior entry & storm doors (2023), INTERIOR: all ceiling fans (2023), light fixtures, pendant lights, 2 sets of double French doors, window shades, AND HVAC system (2020), EXTERIOR: double paned windows (2019), newer shingle roof (2020), plus tropical landscaping around the entire home. Property is a short walk from Dunedin High School, 90-acre Hammock Park, the Dunedin Community & Fine Art Centers, and Highlander Park ...featuring a public pool, tennis, basketball courts, playgrounds, spray water park, and home to the annual Celtic Festival, Art Harvest & Highlander Games. A short ride away is the Dunedin Causeway, Honeymoon Island, and Historic Downtown Dunedin with its' eclectic shops, top-rated restaurants and countless activities. This is a Must See for buyers seeking a unique, updated, lovingly cared for "Happy Home" in a convenient Dunedin location.