$492,500
SOLD DEC 10, 2025

281 Maple Ave Palm Harbor, FL 34684

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,545 Sq Ft
10,237 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$319 Per Sq Ft

14% Below List Price

108 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 62 Feet of Fresh Water Canal Waterfront
  • Parking available for a boat
  • Solar Heated In Ground Pool
  • Tarpon Springs Middle School Rated A-
  • Access To Lake
  • Lake View

About This Home

As of December 2025

MOTIVATED SELLERS & FINAL PRICE IMPROVEMENT!!! With stunning water views and unmatched outdoor access, this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home is a dream for anyone who enjoys waterfront living. The interior features a galley-style kitchen with granite countertops, wood cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a separate dry bar area with a bar refrigerator, and a convenient passthrough. The open-concept living and dining spaces flow seamlessly into an additional rear room—perfect for taking in the breathtaking view year-round. Step outside to your own personal retreat: a saltwater pool with LED lighting, powered by a self-adjusting heat pump/chiller (2023), and a 3” deck drain (2025) for easy maintenance. The newly added covered outdoor area (2025) is fully wired with electricity and includes a sitting space, hot tub with electrical, and built-in fan for warm days. This property has experienced no flooding or storm damage. Proactive lake management includes lowering the water level and opening locks to Tampa Bay before major weather events, minimizing flood risk. The canal leads directly to Florida’s second-largest freshwater lake—Lake Tarpon. And if you’re into boating, the Gulf of Mexico is just 2.6 miles away. Recent updates include new metal roof (2022), LED pool lighting (2022), Composite deck with lifetime warranty (2020), Water heater (2020), Electrical wiring for hot tub (2024). A full list of upgrades and features is available—there are simply too many to mention! Enjoy optional access to the Lake Shore Estates private boat ramp—just 0.2 miles away—for $30/year. The community clubhouse is available for rental by members ($60 + $50 deposit), offering a full kitchen and indoor/outdoor lakefront space. Pet lovers will appreciate the neighborhood dog park, and golf cart owners will feel right at home with holiday parades and regular rides around the neighborhood. Come experience the Lake Shore lifestyle—where every day feels like a getaway.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Cyndi Fannan

HOMESMART Brokerage Phone: 407-476-0461 License #3290716 Listed on: 07/22/2025

HOMESMART

Co-Listed By

Timothy Fannan

HOMESMART Brokerage Phone: 407-476-0461 License #3336319

Last Buyer's Agent

Mark Wetzel

CHARLES RUTENBERG REALTY INC License #3340223

CHARLES RUTENBERG REALTY INC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,390

Year Built

  • Built in 1961

Lot Details

  • 10,237 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 67x110
  • 62 Feet of Fresh Water Canal Waterfront
  • Southwest Facing Home
  • Vinyl Fence
  • Landscaped
  • Corner Lot
  • Oversized Lot
  • Property is zoned R-3

HOA Fees

  • $3 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Side Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Off-Street Parking
  • Parking available for a boat

Property Views

  • Lake
  • Canal

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Metal Roof
  • Block Exterior
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,545 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Bar Fridge
  • Crown Molding
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Thermal Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Sliding Doors
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Inside Utility

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stone Countertops
  • Solid Wood Cabinet

Flooring

  • Bamboo
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Split Bedroom Floorplan
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Solar Heating System

Pool

  • Solar Heated In Ground Pool
  • Heated Spa
  • In Ground Spa
  • Gunite Pool
  • Saltwater Pool
  • Above Ground Spa
  • Pool Lighting

Outdoor Features

  • Access To Lake
  • Access to Freshwater Canal
  • Seawall
  • No Wake Zone
  • Dock made with Composite Material
  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Gazebo
  • Private Mailbox

Schools

  • Highland Lakes Elementary School
  • Tarpon Springs Middle School
  • Tarpon Springs High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Propane
  • High Speed Internet

Listing and Financial Details

Community Details

Overview

  • Visit Association Website
  • Lake Shore Estates 2Nd Add Subdivision
  • The community has rules related to allowable golf cart usage in the community

Recreation

  • Dog Park

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,390

Year Built

Built in 1961

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$3 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Construction Materials: Block, Stucco
  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 1545
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.24
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1961
  • Building Area Total: 2031
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 10237
  • Status: Sold
  • Co List Office Mls Id: MFR261565594
  • Co List Office Phone: 407-476-0461
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Building Area Total Srch Sq M: 188.69
  • Escrow City: Tampa
  • Escrow State: FL
  • Escrow Street Name: Casey Road
  • Minimum Lease: No Minimum
  • RATIO Current Price By Calculate: 318.77
  • Total Acreage: 0 to less than 1/4
  • Water Access YN: 1
  • MFR_InLawSuiteYN: 0
  • MFR_DockDescription: Dock - Composite
  • MFR_DockYN: 1
  • MFR_CommunityAssociationWaterFeatures: Community Boat Ramp,Fishing,Lake,Water Access
  • Attribution Contact: 407-476-0461
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Flooring: Bamboo, Carpet, Tile
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fans(s), Crown Molding, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
  • Appliances Included: Bar Fridge, Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Levels: One
  • Spa Features: Above Ground, Heated, In Ground
  • Spa Yn: Yes
  • Stories: 1
  • Window Features: Thermal Windows, Window Treatments
  • Additional Rooms: Inside Utility
  • Living Area Meters: 143.54

Exterior Features

  • Direction Faces: Southwest
  • Other Structures: Gazebo
  • Pool Features: Gunite, In Ground, Lighting, Salt Water, Solar Heat
  • Exterior Features: Lighting, Private Mailbox, Sliding Doors
  • Roof: Metal
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • View: Water
  • Water Body Name: LAKE TARPON
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Patio
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Water Access: Canal - Freshwater,Lake
  • Water Extras: No Wake Zone,Seawall - Other
  • Water View: Canal,Lake
  • Water View YN: 1
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 62
  • Water Frontage Feet Canal Fresh: 62

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Parking Features: Boat, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Off Street

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Dog Park, Golf Carts OK
  • Association Fee: 30
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association: Yes
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association 2 YN: 0
  • Association Approval Required YN: 0
  • Association Fee Requirement: Optional
  • Association Email: president@lakeshoreestates.info
  • Association URL: http://www.lakeshoreestates.info

Fee Information

  • Total Annual Fees: 30.00
  • Total Monthly Fees: 2.50
  • Monthly HOA Amount: 2.50

Schools

  • Elementary School: Highland Lakes Elementary-PN
  • High School: Tarpon Springs High-PN
  • Middle Or Junior School: Tarpon Springs Middle-PN

Lot Info

  • Zoning: R-3
  • Parcel Number: 30-27-16-48528-000-2810
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Fencing: Vinyl
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Landscaped, Oversized Lot, Paved
  • Lot Dimensions: 67x110
  • Flood Zone Code: AE

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Lease Restrictions YN: 0

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 5390.17
  • Tax Block: 000
  • Tax Book Number: 43-72
  • Tax Lot: 281

Multi Family

  • Waterfront Features: Canal - Freshwater

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 22, 2025
Closed on
Dec 8, 2025
Sold by
Morrison Michael B and Morrison Andrea L
Bought by
Carson Christopher and Carson Christine
Seller's Agent
Cyndi Fannan
HOMESMART
Buyer's Agent
Mark Wetzel
CHARLES RUTENBERG REALTY INC
List Price
$575,000
Sold Price
$492,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$82,500
-14.35%
Views
208

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
100.79%
Original Mortgage
$344,000
Outstanding Balance
$344,000
Interest Rate
6.17%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$165,969

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 15, 2016
Sold by
Nephew Carol
Bought by
Thompson Brittany and Berry David

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$274,075
Interest Rate
3.42%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 23, 2016
Sold by
Nephew Glenn
Bought by
Nephew Carol

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 20, 2016
Sold by
Nephew Glenn
Bought by
Nephew Carol

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 1, 2016
Bought by
Thompson Brittany

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 19, 2005
Sold by
Carver John
Bought by
Nephew Glenn and Nephew Carol

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$185,000
Interest Rate
5.88%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 24, 2003
Sold by
Homer Robert E
Bought by
Carver John

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 26, 1997
Sold by
Homer Robert E and Homer Ann A
Bought by
Homer Robert E and Homer Ann A
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 $492,500 Masterpiece Title
Warranty Deed $288,500 Tropical Title Insurance Llc
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Deed $100 --
Warranty Deed $285,000 Mills Title Inc
Warranty Deed $152,000 Mills Title Inc
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $344,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $274,075 New Conventional
Previous Owner $185,000 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Previous Owner $80,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
12/10/2025 12/10/25 Sold $492,500 -5.3% $319 / Sq Ft
11/07/2025 11/07/25 Pending -- -- --
10/22/2025 10/22/25 Price Changed $520,000 -1.0% $337 / Sq Ft
08/08/2025 08/08/25 Price Changed $525,000 -2.8% $340 / Sq Ft
08/04/2025 08/04/25 Price Changed $540,000 -1.8% $350 / Sq Ft
07/31/2025 07/31/25 Price Changed $550,000 -4.3% $356 / Sq Ft
07/22/2025 07/22/25 For Sale $575,000 +79.7% $372 / Sq Ft
03/24/2020 03/24/20 Sold $320,000 -3.8% $207 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
02/16/2020 02/16/20 Pending -- -- --
01/25/2020 01/25/20 Price Changed $332,500 -2.2% $215 / Sq Ft
10/28/2019 10/28/19 For Sale $339,900 -- $220 / 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
2025 $5,390 $348,617 -- --
2024 $5,308 $338,792 -- --
2023 $5,308 $328,924 $0 $0
2022 $5,163 $319,344 $0 $0
2021 $5,230 $310,043 $0 $0
2020 $3,189 $200,091 $0 $0
2019 $3,132 $195,592 $0 $0
2018 $3,085 $191,945 $0 $0
2017 $3,056 $187,997 $0 $0
2016 $2,007 $133,468 $0 $0
2015 $2,038 $132,540 $0 $0
2014 $2,027 $131,488 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Stellar MLS

MLS Number: TB8409329

Stellar MLS

APN: 30-27-16-48528-000-2810