8779 143RD Street Virtually Staged. Your Florida lifestyle starts here at Tamarac by the Gulf, a sought-after 55+ community just minutes from the sugar-white sands of Indian Rocks and Redington Shores beaches. This solid-block, 1, 649 SF, 2-bedroom, 2-bath home is one of the community's larger single-family models, perfectly positioned on a corner lot. Inside, you'll find room to spread out. From the foyer into the generously sized living and dining rooms plus a wide open Florida room. The primary suite features a walk-in closet and private bath, while the guest bedroom offers dual closets. The kitchen brings a dash of vintage personality with floral wallpaper and a built-in sideboard for extra storage and serving space. Enjoy some coffee and a little sunshine on the front patio and catch those warm Gulf breezes reminding you why you live here. Updates include a 2016 roof, 2019 A/C, and 2017 water heater. No flood insurance needed! Make the most of the community pool, clubhouse activities, shuffleboard, and scenic walking trails. The $252 monthly HOA covers lawn care, water, sewer, trash, periodic roof cleaning, and exterior painting every nine years. Convenient to local favorites for dining, shopping, groceries, and medical care, with the Gulf beaches just minutes away. Come for the sunshine, stay for the lifestyle, and let someone else worry about winter!