3527 CARUSO PLACE ***New Roof 2022*** Located less than a mile from the University of Central Florida, this spacious END-UNIT townhome in Hawthorne Glen offers over 1, 900 square feet with 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and an attached 1-car garage. Whether you're looking for a primary residence, student housing opportunity, or investment property, the location alone makes this one stand out. Just a 5-minute drive to UCF and only about a 20-minute walk to UCF Stadium, this location is ideal for students, faculty, or anyone wanting quick access to campus life. You’re also just 15 minutes from Waterford Lakes Town Center with Target, Ross, restaurants, shopping, and a movie theater. Outdoor lovers will appreciate being within walking distance to the Econ River Wilderness Area trails and just a short drive to the UCF Arboretum with even more scenic walking paths and nature trails. Everyday conveniences are nearby too, including Dollar General within walking distance plus Publix and Neighborhood Walmart only about 5 minutes away. The updated kitchen features beautiful granite countertops, 42” cherry cabinetry, and all appliances included. The current owners also upgraded the flooring by removing the carpet downstairs and installing luxury vinyl plank flooring, giving the home a cleaner, more modern feel throughout the main living areas. The first floor also offers a separate dining room, breakfast area, half bath, and a unique under-stair storage space complete with lighting. Upstairs you’ll find an oversized primary suite with a large walk-in closet and spacious bath, along with two additional bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a versatile loft area perfect for a home office, study space, or second living area. Washer and dryer are included in the upstairs laundry room. Additional features include ceiling fans throughout, wired internet and cable in every room, radiant barrier insulation for energy efficiency, a 5-inch media AC filter system, epoxy-coated garage floor with adjustable shelving, and extra guest parking directly beside the unit — a rare and valuable bonus in this community with approximately 12 guest spaces nearby. Hawthorne Glen residents enjoy access to a community pool located right across the street, a dog park, playground, and a very walkable community atmosphere. Conveniently located near UCF, Oviedo, major highways, shopping, dining, and entertainment, this property offers both lifestyle and long-term value