$375,000
SOLD JUN 5, 2025

1502 W Rio Vista Ave Tampa, FL 33603

Riverbend Neighborhood
3 Beds
3 Baths
1,676 Sq Ft
8,875 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$224 Per Sq Ft

4% Above List Price

20 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Hillsborough High School Rated A-
  • Porch
  • Solid Wood Cabinet

About This Home

As of June 2025

Charming Bungalow with Income Potential Near Lowry Park Zoo
Discover this inviting 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom bungalow with an unfinished 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom in-law suite and a spacious two-car garage! The detached in-law suite features a completed kitchen, while the bedroom is ready for finishing—offering an excellent opportunity for additional living space or rental income. Situated on a generous lot near the Lowry Park Zoo, this property combines convenience, character, and potential. Whether you choose to finish renovations and make it your own or explore new construction opportunities, this home presents a unique investment. While listed as a fixer-upper, key updates have already been completed, including replumbing, a new roof, a new water heater, an updated kitchen, and beautiful wood floors. The cleared and maintained yard is a blank canvas, perfect for a gardener’s touch. Additionally, a backyard shed provides ample storage for tools and outdoor essentials.
This is a fantastic value with endless possibilities. Don’t miss out—schedule your showing today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Monique Caldwell

CAPITAL CALDWELL LLC Brokerage Phone: 813-728-0274 License #3033413 Listed on: 04/01/2025

Co-Listed By

Jessica Camacho

CAPITAL CALDWELL LLC Brokerage Phone: 813-728-0274 License #3543074

Last Buyer's Agent

Yaixy Cabrera

VITA LUXURY REALTY LLC License #3482714

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,177

Year Built

  • Built in 1946

Lot Details

  • 8,875 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 81x128x69
  • Southeast Facing Home
  • Property is zoned RS-50

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Fixer Upper
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,676 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Blinds
  • Living Room
  • Crawl Space

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Wood Cabinet
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Shed
  • Private Mailbox
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Riverside Estates Corr Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,177

Year Built

Built in 1946

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Condition: Fixer
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Frame
  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 1676
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1946
  • Building Area Total: 2600
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 8875
  • Directions to Property: West on Columbus Dr to North on Howard take a Right on to W Tampa Bay Blvd. Go to W Woodlawn Ave and take a Right. Left on River View Ave to Rome View Ave, take Right. Follow to W Rio Vista Ave on the Right.
  • Status: Sold
  • Co List Office Mls Id: MFR777445
  • Co List Office Phone: 813-944-2468
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Available for Lease YN: 1
  • Escrow City: Lutz
  • Escrow Postal Code: 33588
  • Escrow State: FL
  • Escrow Street Name: Van Dyke Rd
  • Escrow Street Number: 5326
  • List Office Head Office Key Nume: 1056731
  • Minimum Lease: No Minimum
  • RATIO Current Price By Calculate: 223.75
  • Total Acreage: 0 to less than 1/4
  • Unit Number YN: 0
  • Water Access YN: 0
  • MFR_InLawSuiteYN: 1
  • MFR_InLawSuiteDescription: 1 Bathroom,1 Bedroom,Attached,Kitchen,Private Entrance
  • Attribution Contact: 813-728-0274
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fans(s), Solid Wood Cabinets
  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Foundation Details: Crawlspace
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Levels: One
  • Window Features: Blinds
  • Street Number Modifier: 1502
  • Living Area Meters: 155.71
  • Room Count: 3

Exterior Features

  • Direction Faces: Southeast
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Exterior Features: Private Mailbox
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Pool Private: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Patio and Porch Features: Porch
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
  • Water Extras YN: 0
  • Water View YN: 0
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 0

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Available, Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Central
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association 2 YN: 0

Fee Information

  • Total Annual Fees: 0.00
  • Total Monthly Fees: 0.00

Lot Info

  • Zoning: RS-50
  • Parcel Number: A-35-28-18-3GN-000014-00000.1
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Features: Paved
  • Lot Dimensions: 81x128x69
  • Flood Zone Code: X
  • Homestead YN: 0
  • Lot Size Square Meters: 825

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Lease Restrictions YN: 0

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4177
  • Tax Block: 14
  • Tax Book Number: 24-28
  • Tax Lot: 17

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 1, 2025
Closed on
May 23, 2025
Sold by
Nelson Paul Brandon
Bought by
Cardenas Martinez Yainier
Seller's Agent
Monique Caldwell
CAPITAL CALDWELL LLC
Buyer's Agent
Yaixy Cabrera
VITA LUXURY REALTY LLC
List Price
$360,000
Sold Price
$375,000
Premium/Discount to List
$15,000
4.17%
Views
93

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-21.42%
Original Mortgage
$356,250
Outstanding Balance
$355,947
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
-$317

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 14, 2010
Sold by
Veloz Rafael and Veloz Maria
Bought by
Nelson Paul Brandon

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$60,000
Interest Rate
5.15%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 25, 2006
Sold by
Vaz Maria and Veloz Maria
Bought by
Veloz Rafael and Veloz Maria

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 9, 2000
Sold by
Kukla Donald L and Kukla Sheilia A
Bought by
Vaz Maria

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$61,500
Interest Rate
8.23%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $375,000 Aws Title Services
Warranty Deed $75,000 Act Fast Florida Title Llc
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Freedom Land Title
Warranty Deed $82,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $356,250 New Conventional
Previous Owner $60,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $20,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $54,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $32,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $22,594 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $88,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $11,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $61,500 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/05/2025 06/05/25 Sold $375,000 +4.2% $224 / Sq Ft
04/21/2025 04/21/25 Pending -- -- --
04/14/2025 04/14/25 For Sale $360,000 0.0% $215 / Sq Ft
04/08/2025 04/08/25 Pending -- -- --
04/01/2025 04/01/25 For Sale $360,000 -- $215 / Sq Ft
Source: Stellar MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

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 $4,177 $252,428 $96,649 $155,779
2023 $3,890 $236,855 $87,862 $148,993
2022 $3,770 $248,948 $87,862 $161,086
2021 $3,354 $194,600 $61,504 $133,096
2020 $2,976 $158,223 $48,324 $109,899
2019 $2,753 $146,527 $35,145 $111,382
2018 $2,546 $132,577 $0 $0
2017 $2,286 $111,344 $0 $0
2016 $1,999 $86,507 $0 $0
2015 $1,819 $78,643 $0 $0
2014 $1,619 $71,494 $0 $0
2013 -- $64,995 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Stellar MLS

MLS Number: TB8369147

Stellar MLS

APN: A-35-28-18-3GN-000014-00000.1