$1,499,900
PENDING

1014 Stella Vara Dr Lutz, FL 33548

Ladera Neighborhood

Estimated payment $9,316/month

Total Views 1,253
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,076 Sq Ft
$488 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Screened Pool
  • Gated Community
  • Reverse Osmosis System
  • Steinbrenner High School Rated A
  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Open Floorplan

About This Home

Under contract-accepting backup offers. Luxury living, a backyard oasis, tons of recent upgrades, estate sized lot, located in one of the most desirable neighborhoods in Hillsborough County – Ladera – a secure, gated community in top rated Steinbrenner school district! This single-story four-bedroom executive home is complete with outstanding amenities rarely seen in the resale market and impeccable condition! Stunning travertine flooring, whole house generator, a high-end kitchen that is both stylish and highly functional with raised panel custom cabinetry with integrated sub zero and wolf appliances and a large island are just the beginning. The outdoor living has been devotedly curated with a custom saltwater pool package with pebbletek finish and water features, paver walkaway around the home, lush landscaping throughout the outdoors that has been exceptionally well designed and cared for. The built-in grill and chef’s outdoor kitchen and lanai area with fire table, custom bar, sunshade retractable awning, custom fencing, outdoor lighting, HD Camera package are perfect for entertaining! The home’s entrance features architecturally unique columned entryways, oversized driveway with parking for 8 cars and 3 large garage bays. Other noted features include gas appliances and fixtures such as the Rinai tankless hot water system, also designer closet built-ins, ample closets and lots of storage, surround sound, top-of-the-line outdoor lighting, remote operated pool and irrigation equipment. Custom plantation shutters are found throughout the home as well as new LED recessed lighting and fresh paint inside and out. The garage has been upgraded with epoxy finish flooring and built-in cabinetry as well as overhead storage. The primary bathroom suite has recently been totally renovated with designer cabinetry and finishes, designer lighting, and a 10x20 custom closet that will be the envy of all who see it! Ladera is one of Hillsborough County’s most sought after locations located on magnificent Lake Merrywater. Originally “Merry Acres” land owned by the Hav-a-Tampa cigar family for nearly 100 years, Ladera’s 168 one-half to one acre homesites were carefully platted and designed from the 220 acres by a handpicked developer. Ladera’s winding streets, cul-de-sac’s, plush gardens and fountains, meticulous landscaping, elegant entrance and gates are its signature features. Community amenities are secured gate facilities, continuous sidewalks, fishing / observation dock and pier, gazebo area, interior parks and gardens, conservation preserves. Nearby you’ll find fitness clubs, county parks with kayak rentals and bike trails, restaurants, grocery stores, retail shopping, medical offices, St. Joseph’s North hospital campus and more! Easy access to Veterans Expressway, I-275, Tampa International Airport, Downtown Tampa, Ybor/Channelside, St. Petersburg, Gulf Beaches and more! Call today for your appointment!

Listing Agent

John Hudson

COMPASS FLORIDA LLC Brokerage Phone: (305) 851-2820 License #3144375 Listed on: 06/28/2025

COMPASS FLORIDA LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,988

Year Built

  • Built in 2014

Lot Details

  • 0.5 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 109x201
  • South Facing Home
  • Fenced
  • Mature Landscaping
  • Oversized Lot
  • Irrigation Equipment
  • Landscaped with Trees
  • Property is zoned PD

HOA Fees

  • $311 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Florida Architecture
  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Tile Roof
  • Block Exterior
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 3,076 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Tray Ceiling
  • High Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Awning
  • Shutters
  • Sliding Doors
  • Great Room
  • Family Room
  • Breakfast Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Inside Utility
  • Views of Woods
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Dinette
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Built-In Oven
  • Cooktop with Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Refrigerator
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Solid Wood Cabinet
  • Disposal
  • Reverse Osmosis System

Flooring

  • Tile
  • Travertine
  • Luxury Vinyl Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Split Bedroom Floorplan
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathtub With Separate Shower Stall

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • In Wall Pest System

Pool

  • Screened Pool
  • In Ground Pool
  • Gunite Pool
  • Saltwater Pool
  • Fence Around Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • Outdoor Kitchen
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Rain Gutters
  • Private Mailbox

Schools

  • Lutz Elementary School
  • Buchanan Middle School
  • Steinbrenner High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Power Generator
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Water Softener
  • High Speed Internet

Listing and Financial Details

Community Details

Overview

  • Kristy Porter / Greenacre Properties Association, Phone Number (813) 601-1000
  • Ladera Subdivision
  • The community has rules related to deed restrictions, fencing

Recreation

  • Park

Security

  • Gated Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,988

Year Built

Built in 2014

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$311 per month

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Florida, Mediterranean
  • Construction Materials: Block, Stucco
  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 3076
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.5
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 2014
  • Building Area Total: 4141
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 21909
  • Directions to Property: From N. Dale Mabry Hwy, East on Van Dyke Rd., Right into Ladera Estates Blvd., At Roundabout take the 3rd exit Merry Water Dr., continue to Left on Stella Vara Dr., 1014 on Right.
  • Status: Pending
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Available for Lease YN: 1
  • Escrow State: FL
  • List Office Head Office Key Nume: 169647934
  • Minimum Lease: 8-12 Months
  • RATIO Current Price By Calculate: 487.61
  • Total Acreage: 1/2 to less than 1
  • Unit Number YN: 0
  • Water Access YN: 0
  • MFR_InLawSuiteYN: 0
  • MFR_CommunityAssociationWaterFeatures: Dock,Lake
  • Attribution Contact: (305) 851-2820
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl, Tile, Travertine
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fans(s), High Ceilings, In Wall Pest System, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
  • Appliances Included: Built-In Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Kitchen Reverse Osmosis System, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer, Water Softener, Wine Refrigerator
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Levels: One
  • Other Equipment: Irrigation Equipment, Generator
  • Spa Yn: No
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows, Low-Emissivity Windows, Shutters, Window Treatments
  • Street Number Modifier: 1014
  • Additional Rooms: Attic,Breakfast Room Separate,Family Room,Formal Dining Room Separate,Great Room,Inside Utility
  • Living Area Meters: 285.77
  • Room Count: 9

Exterior Features

  • Direction Faces: South
  • Pool Features: Gunite, In Ground, Salt Water, Screen Enclosure
  • Exterior Features: Awning(s), Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Kitchen, Private Mailbox, Rain Gutters, Sliding Doors
  • Roof: Tile
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • View: Trees/Woods
  • Waterfront: No
  • Patio and Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Enclosed, Patio, Porch, Screened
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
  • Water Extras YN: 0
  • Water View YN: 0
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 0
  • Flood Zone Date: 2008-08-28
  • Flood Zone Panel: 12057C0205H

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener

Utilities

  • Utilities: BB/HS Internet Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Central, Electric, Natural Gas
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Deed Restrictions, Park
  • Association Amenities: Fence Restrictions, Gated, Park
  • Association Fee: 932.99
  • Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
  • Association Name: Kristy Porter / Greenacre Properties
  • Phone: 813-601-1000
  • Association: Yes
  • Security: Gated Community, Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association 2 YN: 0
  • Association Approval Required YN: 0
  • Pet Restrictions: See HOA documents
  • Association Fee Requirement: Required

Fee Information

  • Total Annual Fees: 3731.96
  • Total Monthly Fees: 311.00
  • Monthly HOA Amount: 311.00

Schools

  • Elementary School: Lutz-HB
  • High School: Steinbrenner High School
  • Middle Or Junior School: Buchanan-HB

Lot Info

  • Zoning: PD
  • Parcel Number: U-23-27-18-95Q-000000-00075.0
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Features: In County, Oversized Lot, Paved
  • Lot Dimensions: 109x201
  • Flood Zone Code: X
  • Homestead YN: 1
  • Lot Size Square Meters: 2035
  • Zoning Compatible YN: 1

Green Features

  • Green Verification Count: 0

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Yes
  • Lease Restrictions YN: 1
  • Additional Lease Restrictions: See Deed Restrictions

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 9988
  • Tax Block: 0
  • Tax Book Number: 110-69
  • Tax Lot: 75

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $9,988 $576,288 -- --
2023 $9,684 $559,503 $0 $0
2022 $9,454 $543,207 $0 $0
2021 $9,366 $527,385 $0 $0
2020 $9,239 $520,104 $0 $0
2019 $9,059 $508,411 $0 $0
2018 $8,951 $498,931 $0 $0
2017 $8,177 $554,116 $0 $0
2016 $9,665 $518,616 $0 $0
2015 $2,444 $521,461 $0 $0
2014 $2,444 $443,087 $0 $0
2013 -- $78,415 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/17/2025 07/17/25 Pending -- -- --
06/28/2025 06/28/25 For Sale $1,499,900 +130.8% $488 / Sq Ft
08/17/2018 08/17/18 Off Market $650,000 -- --
08/17/2018 08/17/18 Off Market $610,000 -- --
05/24/2017 05/24/17 Sold $650,000 -10.8% $211 / Sq Ft
04/28/2017 04/28/17 Pending -- -- --
02/24/2017 02/24/17 For Sale $729,000 +19.5% $237 / Sq Ft
07/31/2014 07/31/14 Sold $610,000 -2.5% $201 / Sq Ft
06/22/2014 06/22/14 Pending -- -- --
05/02/2014 05/02/14 Price Changed $625,900 -3.7% $206 / Sq Ft
03/04/2014 03/04/14 Price Changed $649,900 +0.1% $214 / Sq Ft
02/18/2014 02/18/14 For Sale $649,365 -- $214 / Sq Ft
Source: Stellar MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- Ballon Stoll Pc
Quit Claim Deed -- Ballon Stoll Pc
Warranty Deed $650,000 Attorney
Special Warranty Deed $610,000 First American Title Ins Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $488,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Source: Stellar MLS

MLS Number: TB8401858

Stellar MLS

APN: U-23-27-18-95Q-000000-00075.0