$683,000
SOLD JUL 3, 2026

18408 Bittern Ave Lutz, FL 33558

Calusa Neighborhood
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,301 Sq Ft
9,750 Sq Ft Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: July 3, 2026

$297 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

26 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 100 Feet of Pond Waterfront
  • Screened Pool
  • Open Floorplan
  • Schwarzkopf Elementary School Rated A
  • Pond View
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of July 2026

Fall in love with this spectacular 4/3/3 Rutenberg home nestled on a pristine waterfront and conservation homesite in the popular, deed restricted community of Calusa Trace in Lutz. Enjoy the advantages of being in the sought after Steinbrenner school district! Breathtaking views of the pond & protected woods make this nature retreat a delight as deer, great blue heron, Sandhill cranes & other rare & beautiful wildlife abound. From the moment you enter, you will be impressed with the hard wood flooring & split floor plan! Entertaining is a breeze with the elegant formal living, dining room & family room! The main attraction is the recently renovated (2024) pool and spa to include travertine tiles and a brand new PANORAMIC pool cage with stunning views of the conservation lot, pond and woods. The kitchen features gorgeous staggered cabinetry, granite countertops, recent stainless appliances & tile. The family room overlooks the kitchen & pool area and includes a wood burning fireplace. The master bedroom is spacious with his & hers walk in closets, a garden tub, separate shower, gorgeous cabinetry, granite & tile! Professionally installed closet organizers & fans are in all bedrooms! Other upgrades include a New Roof March 2019, a New 5 Ton A/C July 2019, and 3 car extended garage, Culligan water softener, reclaimed water. Enjoy the Florida lifestyle in your own private, custom heated pool & gas spa!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jorge Zea

BLUE LIGHTHOUSE REALTY INC Brokerage Phone: 786-268-9772 License #3015804 Listed on: 03/08/2026

Last Buyer's Agent

Alvin Satram

WEICHERT REALTORS EXCLUSIVE PROPERTIES License #3535224

WEICHERT REALTORS EXCLUSIVE PROPERTIES

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,099

Year Built

  • Built in 1995

Lot Details

  • 9,750 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 75x130
  • 100 Feet of Pond Waterfront
  • North Facing Home
  • Property is zoned PD

HOA Fees

  • $50 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Concrete Siding
  • Block Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 2,301 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Crown Molding
  • High Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • French Doors
  • Sliding Doors
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Pond Views

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Range Hood
  • Recirculated Exhaust Fan
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Stone Countertops
  • Solid Wood Cabinet
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile
  • Travertine

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Split Bedroom Floorplan
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Soaking Tub

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Reclaimed Water Irrigation System

Pool

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

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Kitchen
  • Rain Gutters

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating Available
  • Thermostat
  • Underground Utilities
  • Water Filtration System
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Water Softener
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

Community Details

Overview

  • Greenacre Properties Association, Phone Number (813) 600-1100
  • Calusa Trace Unit Five Ph Subdivision
  • The community has rules related to deed restrictions

Recreation

  • Community Playground
  • Park

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,099

Year Built

Built in 1995

Lot Details

9,750 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$50 per month

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Construction Materials: Block, Concrete
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 2301
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.22
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1995
  • Building Area Total: 2301
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 9750
  • Status: Sold
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Building Area Total Srch Sq M: 213.77
  • Escrow State: FL
  • Minimum Lease: No Minimum
  • RATIO Current Price By Calculate: 296.83
  • Total Acreage: 0 to less than 1/4
  • Water Access YN: 0
  • MFR_InLawSuiteYN: 0
  • Attribution Contact: 786-268-9772
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Wood Burning
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Travertine, Wood
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fans(s), Crown Molding, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Filtration System, Water Softener
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Levels: One
  • Other Equipment: Irrigation Equipment
  • Spa Features: Heated
  • Spa Yn: Yes
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area Meters: 213.77

Exterior Features

  • Direction Faces: North
  • Pool Features: Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Salt Water, Screen Enclosure
  • Exterior Features: French Doors, Outdoor Kitchen, Rain Gutters, Sliding Doors
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
  • Water View: Pond
  • Water View YN: 1
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 100
  • Flood Zone Panel: 12057C0044H
  • Water Frontage Feet Pond: 100

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Garage Yn: Yes

Utilities

  • Utilities: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Sprinkler Recycled, Underground Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Electric
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Deed Restrictions, Park, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Association Amenities: Park, Playground
  • Association Fee: 600
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Name: greenacre properties
  • Phone: 8136001100
  • Association: Yes
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association 2 YN: 0
  • Association Approval Required YN: 0
  • Association Fee Requirement: Required

Fee Information

  • Total Annual Fees: 600.00
  • Total Monthly Fees: 50.00
  • Monthly HOA Amount: 50.00

Lot Info

  • Zoning: PD
  • Parcel Number: U-16-27-18-0K6-000002-00060.0
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Dimensions: 75x130
  • Flood Zone Code: X

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Lease Restrictions YN: 0

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 5098.6
  • Tax Block: 2
  • Tax Book Number: 73-46
  • Tax Lot: 60

Multi Family

  • Waterfront Features: Pond

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 8, 2026
Closed on
May 28, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Jorge Zea
BLUE LIGHTHOUSE REALTY INC
Buyer's Agent
Alvin Satram
WEICHERT REALTORS EXCLUSIVE PROPERTIES
List Price
$695,000
Sold Price
$683,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$12,000
-1.73%
Views
94

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.26%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 27, 2021
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 8, 2020
Closed on
Feb 19, 2020
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Jim Ward
KELLER WILLIAMS TAMPA PROPERTIES
Buyer's Agent
Jim Ward
KELLER WILLIAMS TAMPA PROPERTIES
List Price
$385,000
Sold Price
$391,000
Premium/Discount to List
$6,000
1.56%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.19%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 30, 1999
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 5, 1995
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $683,000 Landcastle Title Group
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Warranty Deed $391,000 Landcastle Title Group Llc
Warranty Deed $192,000 --
Warranty Deed $176,600 --
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
07/03/2026 07/03/26 Sold $683,000 -1.7% $297 / Sq Ft
04/03/2026 04/03/26 Pending -- -- --
03/08/2026 03/08/26 For Sale $695,000 +77.7% $302 / Sq Ft
02/24/2020 02/24/20 Sold $391,000 +1.6% $170 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
01/12/2020 01/12/20 Pending -- -- --
01/07/2020 01/07/20 For Sale $385,000 -- $167 / Sq Ft
Source: Stellar MLS

Tax History

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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
2025 $5,099 $279,348
2024 $4,669 $271,475
2023 $4,503 $263,568 $0 $0
2022 $4,296 $255,891 $0 $0
2021 $4,233 $248,438 $0 $0
2020 $3,597 $215,057 $0 $0
2019 $3,488 $210,222 $0 $0
2018 $3,392 $206,302 $0 $0
2017 $3,345 $263,517 $0 $0
2016 $3,304 $197,903 $0 $0
2015 $3,341 $196,527 $0 $0
2014 $3,308 $194,646 $0 $0
2013 -- $191,769 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Stellar MLS

MLS Number: O6388842

Stellar MLS

APN: U-16-27-18-0K6-000002-00060.0

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