8717 Sorano Villa Drive, Tampa, FL

Welcome to your dream home located in the gated, maintenance free community of The Esplanade.  With over $80K+ in builder options and structural upgrades selected at the time of construction, this home offers the benefit of a newer build with premium finishes already in place. This move-in ready, meticulously maintained home blends thoughtful design, quality construction, and a true resort-style lifestyle in the highly sought-after Esplanade of Tampa. Built with **energy-efficient construction, a durable tile roof, and an in-wall pest control system**, it offers long-term value and peace of mind while showcasing extensive structural, design, and electrical upgrades that elevate it well beyond builder-grade. Positioned on a premium pond-view homesite with an upgraded elevation, the home was customized at the time of construction with a long list of enhancements. The extended screened lanai with paver flooring creates an ideal outdoor retreat, while the alternate primary suite layout with a bay window provides a more spacious and functional owner’s retreat. Inside, the upgraded kitchen features Level-3 cabinetry with 42-inch uppers and crown molding, upgraded countertops, tile backsplash, under-cabinet lighting, pendant pre-wires, custom drawer upgrades, stainless sink, and upgraded faucet selections. Additional recessed lighting and ceiling-fan pre-wires were added throughout the great room, bedrooms, den, and lanai to enhance comfort and ambiance. The owner’s suite and secondary baths were finished with upgraded countertops, designer tile selections, frameless glass shower enclosures, upgraded plumbing fixtures, and comfort-height toilets. Interior enhancements continue with crown molding details, an upgraded interior paint package, Level-5 carpet with upgraded padding, and enhanced tile throughout the main living areas and baths. Structural and mechanical highlights include a 3-car garage, extended screened patio with pavers, pre-plumb for a water softener, gas lin