8612 BRAXTON Drive Virtually Staged. Welcome to this beautifully appointed Rutenberg Andrea II custom home, featuring a true 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom floor plan with a 2-car garage and a screened-in pool. Situated 21 feet above sea level in a non-flood zone, this exceptional property in a quiet, and well established neighborhood offers unparalleled peace of mind with LOW TAXED, LOW HOA, NO FLOOD, NO CDD and NO AGE RESTRICTIONS. Step through the double-door entry to find soaring cathedral ceilings that create an immediate sense of grandeur. The thoughtfully designed split floor plan features an elegant formal living (pool table is negotiable) and dining area to the left, perfect for hosting guests. To the right, a spacious family room centers around an elevated, gas fireplace (gas has been turned off), flowing seamlessly into an open kitchen complete with a breakfast snack bar, sky lights, and 2 slider doors to the pool. The generous primary suite serves as a private retreat, offering abundant closet space and a newly renovated en-suite bathroom with direct sliding-glass door access to the pool. (Vanity is staged. A new vanity will be installed in late Sept.) On the opposite side of the residence, three additional well-appointed bedrooms share a dedicated pool bath, ensuring comfort and privacy for family or guests. A dedicated indoor laundry room includes a washer and dryer that convey with the sale. The outdoor oasis is designed for entertaining, centered around a pristine screened pool area perfect for creating lasting memories. The property also features an on-site irrigation system (and a well) to keep the landscaping lush year-round. Recent high-value capital improvements include a brand-new roof (2026), fresh exterior and accent interior paint (2026), hot water tank: 2022 and an HVAC system replaced under warranty in 2018. Residents also enjoy access to a nearby clubhouse for neighborhood recreation and community events. Take advantage of retail shopping & restaurants nearby. The Gulf of America along with many beaches are at your fingertips. A newer VA Outpatient hospital is located in the next town. MacDill Air Force Base, Busch Gardens, and Tampa (TIA) Airport, and St Pete/Clearwater (PIE) Airport are appx 50 miles away. Two new leading edge technology centers will be opening: The Moffitt Cancer Center at SPEROS (opening Jan 2026) is a world-class state of the art facility with an expansion campus in Land O Lakes (Pasco County) and Richard M Schulze Family Foundation Proton Center (a therapy system) will be opening in the spring of 2026. Pasco County grants easy access to anywhere in central Florida. Your playground awaits!