18028 MALAKAI ISLE DRIVE Welcome to the fabulous Cory Lake Isles (CLI), one of New Tampa's premier communities. Arriving at this stunning single-story home, you'll notice the freshly painted, eye-catching color palette (2025). Single-story homes like this are rare, offering ease of living, lower maintenance, and energy efficiency. Inside, you'll find beautiful luxury vinyl flooring, designer ceiling lamps, and a lighted picture frame, highlighting the refined finishes throughout. The kitchen features new appliances and an open flow into the family room, with picturesque views of the patio, pool, and canal leading to Cory Lake. All bedrooms are generously sized, with two offering custom closet storage systems for maximum space and organization. Step outside to the west-facing patio, in-ground pool, and spa, perfectly positioned for breathtaking sunsets. Whether relaxing on the patio, floating in the pool, or soaking in the spa, you'll enjoy tranquil lake views and a spectacular LED-lit pool and enclosure—magical day and night. This home is meticulously updated, including: 2026: Chimney cleaned; 2025: Home’s exterior painted with Sherwin Williams; Highest Resolution Ring Doorbell Available; New microwave; New washer and dryer; New salt cell; New pool filter; 2024: 5 Google Nest Protect Smoke Alarms; Back patio painted with heat and slip resistant patio paint; 2023: Smart Garage door opener; 2022: New multispeed pool pump; ALL WiFi enabled via new panel for pool equipment; LG double oven and stovetop 2022 ($1, 400); LG Refrigerator - French door-in-door “knock on glass to turn on light” with ice maker ($2, 000+); 2 WiFi enabled pool lights 2022 ($1, 000 each); 2021: Custom LED built into overhead pool cage, WiFi and google/Alexa compatible ($3, 000+); 2020: KitchenAid - 24" Front Control Built-In Tub Dishwasher with 3rd Rack, 50+ Total Wash Jets, 44 dBA - Stainless Steel; Liberty Custom Closet Installed in Guest Room; 2018: Wide plank vinyl flooring ($10, 000+); Custom walk-in closet with soft close cabinets; LED accent lighting and glass window display shelves 2018 ($6, 200+); Every ceiling fan installed with remote control; Upgraded ultra quiet, high efficiency bathroom fans (3) on timer switches; West elm brand light fixtures and chandeliers in kitchen and entryway; Cordless blinds throughout; Brushed nickel doorknobs and hinges throughout; Nest Learning Thermostat; Soft close kitchen and bathroom cabinets; LED accent lighting above/below kitchen cabinets; 4 LED high hat lights with WiFi enabled switch in living room; LED high hat lights in kitchen; Dimmer switches and new LED high hats in hallway and master bathroom; Marble herringbone backsplash. Exact age of HVAC and Water Heater are uncertain, for your peace of mind, the seller is including a one-year American Home Shield "Shield Complete" warranty that covers all systems including the salt-water pool components. CLI features top community amenities, anchored by a stunning boating lake (including fishing and water-skiing), resort-style clubhouse and pool, playground, tennis and pickleball courts, hockey rink, basketball, soccer field, and scenic walking paths—something for everyone. Ideally located, CLI is minutes from shopping and dining along Cross Creek Blvd and Bruce B. Downs, with the Shops at Wiregrass and Tampa Premium Outlets about 20 minutes away, and I-75 just 10 minutes—making this a perfect home base for work and play.