$249,990
PENDING $25K PRICE DROP

178 Shell Falls Dr Apollo Beach, FL 33572

Estimated payment $2,137/month

Total Views 4,421
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,393 Sq Ft
$179 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • 38 Feet of Pond Waterfront
  • Senior Community
  • Pond View
  • Fitness Center
  • Gated Community
  • Open Floorplan

About This Home

Under contract-accepting backup offers. APOLLO BEACH - SOUTHSHORE FALLS 55+ RESORT COMMUNITY WITH A PEACEFUL WATER VIEW - Live like you're on vacation in the highly desirable, active adult community of SouthShore Falls (SSF). This immaculate paired villa is gently nestled between two large ponds and is just a short walk away from the resort-style amenities SSF famously offers. This beautiful villa is move-in ready, with high ceilings, great flow, and a fantastic open-concept split floor plan. Bright and spacious, this 2-bedroom, 2-bath, 1,393 sq. ft. villa was built for family fun and entertainment. Upon entering the home, your eyes are drawn to the high ceilings and abundant natural light. A well-designed kitchen features breakfast bar seating, a stainless-steel refrigerator, a new dishwasher, 36” hardwood cabinets, and a closet pantry. There is a dining area that perfectly complements this well-designed kitchen. The Master Retreat promises a sanctuary of sheer relaxation, easily accommodating a king-size bedroom set. The Master Retreat features an en-suite with a single vanity, a linen closet, and a beautiful walk-in shower. This gorgeous home features tile flooring in the main living area, fresh new carpeting in the two bedrooms, custom blinds, and ceiling fans throughout. Adding versatility to this exquisite villa is the FLEX office/den area, poised for transformation into a third bedroom according to your desire. The villa also celebrates Florida's indoor-outdoor lifestyle with an extended screened lanai, offering breathtaking views over SouthShore Falls Pond #5. DON’T BREAK A SWEAT - grounds maintenance and exterior maintenance are included in the very fair HOA fee. SSF has NO CDD and offers some of the finest amenities in the Tampa Bay area. SSF features a network of recreational opportunities, including a community clubhouse, two lagoon-style pools, Wellspring Club and Fitness Center, internet cafe, library, arts & crafts, billiards, tennis/pickleball courts, bocce courts, golf green, shuffleboard courts, walking trails, organized clubs, and planned activities that will appeal to many of your passions. SSF is perfectly positioned near healthcare, dining, entertainment, and with easy access to I-75, US Hwy 301, and US Hwy 41, this villa ensures a life where convenience meets the luxury of resort-style living. Tampa, Brandon, Bradenton, Sarasota, and the Gulf Coast's pristine beaches are just a stone’s throw away. Come embrace unparalleled resort-style living in Apollo Beach's SouthShore Falls and turn your retirement dreams into your daily reality. COME LIVE IN PARADISE; your extraordinary lifestyle awaits.

Listing Agent

Amie Samuel-Hall

CHARLES RUTENBERG REALTY INC Brokerage Phone: 866-580-6402 License #3405181 Listed on: 04/07/2025

CHARLES RUTENBERG REALTY INC

Co-Listing Agent

John Hall Sr.

CHARLES RUTENBERG REALTY INC Brokerage Phone: 866-580-6402 License #3405593

Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,598

Year Built

  • Built in 2005

Lot Details

  • 3,661 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 38x105
  • 38 Feet of Pond Waterfront
  • Northeast Facing Home
  • Mature Landscaping
  • Private Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Landscaped with Trees

HOA Fees

  • $371 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Ground Level Parking
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • Villa
  • Property Attached
  • Slab Foundation
  • Tile Roof
  • Block Exterior
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,393 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • High Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Shades
  • Blinds
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Sliding Doors
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • Pond Views
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Laundry closet

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Concrete
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Split Bedroom Floorplan
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Accessible Home Design

  • Grip-Accessible Features
  • Accessible Bedroom
  • Accessible Hallway
  • Accessible Closets
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Accessible Approach with Ramp
  • Accessible Entrance

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Reclaimed Water Irrigation System

Outdoor Features

  • Enclosed patio or porch
  • Rain Gutters
  • Private Mailbox

Location

  • Flood Insurance May Be Required
  • Property is near public transit

Schools

  • Apollo Beach Elementary School
  • Eisenhower Middle School
  • Lennard High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Thermostat
  • Underground Utilities
  • Electric Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

Community Details

Overview

  • Senior Community
  • Association fees include 24-Hour Guard, pool, maintenance structure, ground maintenance, private road, recreational facilities
  • Valerie Fields Association, Phone Number (813) 641-3616
  • Visit Association Website
  • Built by Centex Homes
  • Southshore Falls Ph 1 Subdivision, Doyle & Rhodes Paired Villa Floorplan
  • On-Site Maintenance
  • Association Owns Recreation Facilities
  • The community has rules related to deed restrictions, fencing, vehicle restrictions
  • Community features wheelchair access
  • Handicap Modified Features In Community

Amenities

  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Pickleball Courts
  • Recreation Facilities
  • Shuffleboard Court
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool
  • Community Spa
  • Park
  • Trails

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Security

  • Security Guard
  • Card or Code Access
  • Gated Community

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,598

Year Built

Built in 2005

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$371 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • HOA Fee Includes: Guard - 24 Hour, Pool, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Private Road, Recreational Facilities
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Condition: Completed
  • Property Sub Type: Villa
  • Architectural Style: Mediterranean
  • Construction Materials: Block, Stucco
  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 1393
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.08
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 2005
  • Accessibility Features: Accessible Approach with Ramp, Accessible Bedroom, Accessible Closets, Accessible Entrance, Accessible Hallway(s), Accessible Central Living Area, Central Living Area, Grip-Accessible Features
  • Building Area Total: 1901
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 3661
  • Directions to Property: US Hwy 41 North or South to Falls Blvd. Turn northwest on Falls Blvd. and proceed to the security station. Once through security, continue northwest on Falls Blvd. to Cascade Falls Ln. Turn South (L) on Cascade Falls Ln. to Shell Falls Dr. Turn east (L) on Shell Falls Dr., 4th unit on the right.
  • Status: Pending
  • Co List Office Mls Id: MFR260000779
  • Co List Office Phone: 727-538-9200
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Available for Lease YN: 1
  • Escrow City: Brandon
  • Escrow Postal Code: 33511
  • Escrow State: FL
  • Escrow Street Name: E. Bloomingdale Ave.
  • Escrow Street Number: 170
  • List Office Head Office Key Nume: 1038309
  • Minimum Lease: 6 Months
  • RATIO Current Price By Calculate: 179.46
  • Total Acreage: 0 to less than 1/4
  • Unit Number YN: 0
  • Water Access YN: 0
  • MFR_InLawSuiteYN: 0
  • MFR_CommunityAssociationWaterFeatures: Waterfront
  • Attribution Contact: 866-580-6402
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Flooring: Carpet, Concrete, Tile
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fans(s), High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Surface Counters, Split Bedroom, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Levels: One
  • Other Equipment: Irrigation Equipment
  • Window Features: Blinds, Drapes, Shades, Window Treatments
  • Street Number Modifier: 178
  • Additional Rooms: Den/Library/Office
  • Living Area Meters: 129.41
  • Room Count: 7

Exterior Features

  • Direction Faces: Northeast
  • Exterior Features: Private Mailbox, Rain Gutters, Sidewalk, Sliding Doors
  • Roof: Tile
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Water
  • Water Body Name: SOUTHSHORE FALLS PONDS #2 & #5
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features: Covered, Enclosed, Patio, Rear Porch, Screened
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Paved
  • Water Extras YN: 0
  • Water View: Pond
  • Water View YN: 1
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 38
  • Flood Zone Date: 2021-10-07
  • Flood Zone Panel: 12057C0494J
  • Additional Water Information: Beautiful View Facing West for Sunsets! SSF Pond #2 with LED Fountain in Front of Home Facing Northeast, SSF Pond #5 in the back of the Home Facing Southwest.
  • Water Frontage Feet Pond: 38

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Ground Level

Utilities

  • Utilities: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
  • Cooling: Central Air, Zoned
  • Heating: Central, Electric, Zoned
  • Laundry Features: Inside, Laundry Closet
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Association Recreation - Owned, Buyer Approval Required, Clubhouse, Deed Restrictions, Fitness Center, Gated Community - Guard, Handicap Modified, Irrigation-Reclaimed Water, Park, Pool, Sidewalks, Tennis Court(s), Wheelchair Access, Street Lights
  • Association Amenities: Clubhouse, Fence Restrictions, Fitness Center, Gated, Lobby Key Required, Maintenance, Park, Pickleball Court(s), Pool, Recreation Facilities, Security, Shuffleboard Court, Spa/Hot Tub, Tennis Court(s), Trail(s), Vehicle Restrictions, Wheelchair Access
  • Association Fee: 371
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: Valerie Fields
  • Phone: 813-641-3616
  • Association: Yes
  • Security: Gated Community, Key Card Entry, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Senior Community: Yes
  • Association 2 YN: 0
  • Association Approval Required YN: 1
  • Pet Restrictions: Check with HOA
  • Association Fee Requirement: Required
  • Association Email: cam@southshorefalls.net
  • Association URL: cam@southshorefalls.net

Fee Information

  • Total Annual Fees: 4452.00
  • Total Monthly Fees: 371.00
  • Monthly HOA Amount: 371.00

Schools

  • Elementary School: Apollo Beach-HB
  • High School: Lennard-HB
  • Middle Or Junior School: Eisenhower-HB

Lot Info

  • Zoning: PD/PD
  • Parcel Number: U-28-31-19-73O-000025-00004.0
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Features: Flood Insurance Required, Level, Near Public Transit, Sidewalk, Paved, Private
  • Lot Dimensions: 38x105
  • Property Attached Yn: Yes
  • Flood Zone Code: X
  • Homestead YN: 0
  • Lot Size Square Meters: 340

Green Features

  • Green Verification Count: 0

Building Info

  • Builder Name: Centex Homes

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Lease Restrictions YN: 1
  • Additional Lease Restrictions: Check with HOA

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4598.18
  • Tax Block: 25
  • Tax Book Number: 99-171
  • Tax Lot: 4

Multi Family

  • Waterfront Features: Pond
  • Approval Process: Contact HOA

Map

Range of Values:

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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 $4,790 $236,841 $23,496 $213,345
2023 $1,846 $116,372 $0 $0
2022 $1,788 $112,983 $0 $0
2021 $1,761 $109,692 $0 $0
2020 $1,682 $108,178 $0 $0
2019 $1,597 $105,746 $0 $0
2018 $1,575 $103,774 $0 $0
2017 $1,548 $148,482 $0 $0
2016 $1,534 $99,549 $0 $0
2015 $1,550 $98,997 $0 $0
2014 $1,498 $96,328 $0 $0
2013 -- $111,265 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/16/2025 07/16/25 Pending -- -- --
06/08/2025 06/08/25 Price Changed $249,990 -5.5% $179 / Sq Ft
05/13/2025 05/13/25 Price Changed $264,670 -3.8% $190 / Sq Ft
04/07/2025 04/07/25 For Sale $274,990 -12.7% $197 / Sq Ft
06/09/2023 06/09/23 Sold $315,000 -4.3% $226 / Sq Ft
05/23/2023 05/23/23 Pending -- -- --
05/18/2023 05/18/23 For Sale $329,000 +103.1% $236 / Sq Ft
07/07/2014 07/07/14 Off Market $162,000 -- --
11/25/2013 11/25/13 Sold $162,000 -3.6% $116 / Sq Ft
10/16/2013 10/16/13 Pending -- -- --
07/25/2013 07/25/13 For Sale $168,000 -- $121 / Sq Ft
Source: Stellar MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $315,000 Paramount Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Attorney
Warranty Deed $162,000 Hillsborough Title Llc
Warranty Deed $168,600 Dba Commerce Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $25,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $145,800 New Conventional
Previous Owner $100,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

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Source: Stellar MLS

MLS Number: TB8360608

Stellar MLS

APN: U-28-31-19-73O-000025-00004.0