3661 Barbary Drive

Tucked on a quiet corner in Shannon Forest, this beautifully maintained split-level 4-Bedroom, 2.5 bath home sits on nearly half an acre of park-like grounds — complete with a private garden pond, mature magnolias, and a flowering landscape that creates one of the most serene settings in Northeast Tallahassee. If you've been searching for a turnkey home in the Gilchrist, Montford, and Lincoln school zone with real character, real updates, and a yard that feels like a private retreat, this is it. From the moment you arrive, this home sets itself apart. A stone-edged garden pond with water lilies and iris greets you at the front, framed by towering magnolias and blooming white flowering shrubs. The .41-acre corner lot offers exceptional privacy, mature natural landscaping, and a fresh new picket fence enclosing the backyard — ideal for families, pets, and anyone who values outdoor living. A rocking chair front porch invites you to slow down and stay a while. The owners have invested thoughtfully throughout — and it shows. The kitchen features gorgeous Calacatta-look countertops that run the full length of the space, a professional-style deep stainless undermount sink with a spring-neck faucet, stainless dishwasher, glass-front display cabinets, and a sunny eat-in nook with a view of the backyard that will make your morning coffee feel like a daily luxury. New windows throughout — less than 10 years old — flood every room with natural light. The primary bathroom has been renovated with a navy blue vanity, brushed gold hardware, marble countertop, large-format tile walk-in shower with mosaic floor tile, and a framed statement mirror — a finish level you'd expect at a significantly higher price point. Hardwood floors flow through the main living areas. Freshly painted rooms throughout. Impeccably clean from top to bottom. This split-level layout gives every member of the household their own space. The main level is the heart of the home — open kitchen, dining area, and a comfortable family living space with great natural light. Upstairs, all three bedrooms and two full baths are privately situated, including the updated primary suite. The lower level offers a spacious family room that opens directly to the backyard, plus a laundry room and half bath — perfect as a playroom, media room, home office, or guest hangout space. A two-car garage with direct interior access completes the layout. Shannon Forest is a well-established Northeast Tallahassee neighborhood just minutes from Maclay Gardens State Park, shopping and dining along Thomasville Road, and the I-10 corridor. Zoned for Gilchrist Elementary, Montford Middle, and Lincoln High School — one of Tallahassee's most sought-after school zones for families relocating to the area. This specific home sits on a quiet street within the neighborhood, giving you the peace of a tucked-away setting without sacrificing convenience. This is a turnkey home for buyers who want quality without the wait — no projects, no deferred maintenance, just move in and enjoy. It's ideal for families who want the right school zone and a yard where kids and pets can roam. It's equally appealing for relocating professionals, remote workers who want a dedicated lower-level workspace, and active retirees looking for a serene, low-drama home in a quiet neighborhood close to everything Tallahassee has to offer. Zoned Gilchrist / Montford / Lincoln .41 acre corner lot with garden pond and mature landscaping Renovated kitchen with Calacatta-look countertops and workstation sink Renovated primary bath with navy vanity, gold hardware, marble countertop, walk-in tile shower New windows throughout (under 10 years) Hardwood floors on main-level Split-level floor plan with lower-level family room opening to backyard New picket fence — backyard enclosed The Rocking chair front Porch is a perfect sunset, sipping porch. Shannon Forest neighborhood — Northeast Tallahassee