$449,999
SOLD FEB 17, 2026

2834 Thistle Ct E Palm Harbor, FL 34684

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,529 Sq Ft
7,405 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$294 Per Sq Ft

15% Below List Price

129 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Golf Course Community
  • Fruit Trees
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Active Adult
  • Clubhouse
  • Garden View

About This Home

As of February 2026

The minute you walk through the door of this gorgeous Highland Lakes home, you’ll notice the striking quality finishes and attention to detail! Split floor plan. The luxury vinyl plank flooring (2025) flows seamlessly throughout the living spaces, with beautiful porcelain tile in the kitchen and baths. This home is truly “move-in ready”, with the essentials taken care of for you: Roof (2023), A/C (2021), hot water heater (2023), impact resistant windows, doors, and sliders (2024), and electric panel (2021). Enjoy entertaining in your large eat-in kitchen with custom soft-close cabinetry, stainless appliances, motion activated faucet, and granite counters. Quality shows in the custom, matching American Elm kitchen island, dining table, and bar stools. With two living spaces, there’s plenty of room to celebrate your family holidays in the living and Florida rooms. The primary bedroom has plenty of space for your king-sized bed, and an en-suite bath including two “vessel” sinks, quartz counters, soft close cabinetry, lovely “pebble finish” shower pan, and updated tile surround. The custom walk-in closet features solid maple. Your guest bath has been thoughtfully updated with quality finishes, a new tub with lifetime warranty, and quartz counters. The thoughtful details continue with the spacious laundry room with utility sink, and the garage space with whole house attic fan, workbench, and custom lighting. There is a 50amp Level 2 EV Charging Station (2024) for your electric vehicle. The backyard offers privacy, a BBQ pad, and lovely gardens. Updated lawn sprinkler system with a new well pump (2024). This very special home is truly move-in ready- nothing left to do here! NOT located in a flood or evacuation zone. Close to shopping, medical, restaurants, and public transportation. Highland Lakes is a 55+ community with a low monthly fee, providing resident access to all amenities. Amenities include 3 executive golf courses, pickleball/tennis courts bocce, 2 pools, 2 clubhouses, RV and boat storage, new boat launch into Lake Tarpon, and many other activities are available to residents.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lisa DesCoteaux

FUTURE HOME REALTY INC Brokerage Phone: 813-855-4982 License #3309619 Listed on: 09/17/2025

FUTURE HOME REALTY INC

Last Buyer's Agent

Sheri Ragsdale

RAGSDALE RESIDENTIAL REALTY License #459814

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,074

Year Built

  • Built in 1979

Lot Details

  • 7,253 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 69x100
  • West Facing Home
  • Mature Landscaping
  • Well Sprinkler System
  • Fruit Trees
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned RPD-10

HOA Fees

  • $164 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Converted Garage
  • Electric Vehicle Home Charger
  • Driveway
  • Golf Cart Parking

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Slab Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Block Exterior
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,529 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Shades
  • Shutters
  • Blinds
  • Sliding Doors
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Garden Views
  • Attic Fan

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Tile
  • Luxury Vinyl Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

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

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Barrels or Cisterns
  • Private Mailbox

Utilities

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

Listing and Financial Details

Community Details

Overview

  • Active Adult
  • Association fees include pool, ground maintenance
  • HOA Member Services Association, Phone Number (727) 784-1402
  • Highland Lakes Subdivision
  • Association Owns Recreation Facilities
  • The community has rules related to deed restrictions, allowable golf cart usage in the community

Amenities

  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Tennis Courts
  • Pickleball Courts
  • Recreation Facilities
  • Community Pool

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,074

Year Built

Built in 1979

Lot Details

7,253 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$164 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • HOA Fee Includes: Pool, Maintenance Grounds
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Construction Materials: Block, Stucco
  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 1529
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.17
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1979
  • Building Area Total: 2070
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7253
  • Status: Sold
  • Street Post Direction: E
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Building Area Total Srch Sq M: 192.31
  • Escrow City: Tarpon Springs
  • Escrow State: FL
  • Escrow Street Name: US Highway 19N
  • Floor Number: 1
  • Minimum Lease: 8-12 Months
  • RATIO Current Price By Calculate: 294.31
  • Total Acreage: 0 to less than 1/4
  • Water Access YN: 0
  • MFR_InLawSuiteYN: 0
  • MFR_DockYN: 0
  • MFR_CommunityAssociationWaterFeatures: Community Boat Ramp,Dock,Fishing,Lake,Private Boat Ramp,Water Access
  • Attribution Contact: 813-855-4982
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl, Tile
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fans(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Split Bedroom, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Touchless Faucet, Washer
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Window Features: Blinds, Shades, Shutters
  • Additional Rooms: Florida Room
  • Living Area Meters: 142.05

Exterior Features

  • Direction Faces: West
  • Exterior Features: Garden, Lighting, Private Mailbox, Rain Barrel/Cistern(s), Sliding Doors
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Garden
  • Waterfront: No
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Water View YN: 0
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 0
  • Flood Zone Panel: 12103C0078G

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Parking Features: Converted Garage, Driveway, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Golf Cart Parking

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Sprinkler Well, Water Connected
  • Cooling: Central Air, Attic Fan
  • Heating: Central
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public, Well
  • Number of Wells: 1

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Association Recreation - Owned, Clubhouse, Deed Restrictions, Golf Carts OK, Golf, Pool, Tennis Court(s)
  • Association Amenities: Clubhouse, Golf Course, Pickleball Court(s), Pool, Recreation Facilities, Tennis Court(s)
  • Association Fee: 164
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: HOA Member Services
  • Phone: 727-784-1402
  • Association: Yes
  • Senior Community: Yes
  • Association 2 YN: 0
  • Association Approval Required YN: 1
  • Pet Restrictions: Verify any pet restrictions with HOA.
  • Association Fee Requirement: Required
  • Association Email: rs@highlandlakeshoa.net

Fee Information

  • Total Annual Fees: 1968.00
  • Total Monthly Fees: 164.00
  • Monthly HOA Amount: 164.00

Lot Info

  • Zoning: RPD-10
  • Parcel Number: 31-27-16-38897-000-0270
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Dimensions: 69x100
  • Flood Zone Code: X

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Negotiable
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Lease Restrictions YN: 1
  • Additional Lease Restrictions: Confirm any lease restrictions with HOA.

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4073.62
  • Tax Block: 00
  • Tax Book Number: 77-84
  • Tax Lot: 27

Multi Family

  • Approval Process: 55+; Application & Fee; Buyer to Verify Additional Details with HOA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 17, 2025
Closed on
Mar 11, 2026
Sold by
Vanoyen Jr Andre and Vanoyen Laurel L
Bought by
Vanoyen Andre and Vanoyen Laurel L
Seller's Agent
Lisa DesCoteaux
FUTURE HOME REALTY INC
Buyer's Agent
Sheri Ragsdale
RAGSDALE RESIDENTIAL REALTY
List Price
$529,000
Sold Price
$449,999
Premium/Discount to List
-$79,001
-14.93%
Views
75

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
32.25%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 17, 2025
Closed on
Feb 17, 2026
Sold by
Smith Kathryn R and Smith Robert S
Bought by
Vanoyen Andre W and Vanoyen Laurel L
Seller's Agent
Lisa DesCoteaux
FUTURE HOME REALTY INC
Buyer's Agent
Sheri Ragsdale
RAGSDALE RESIDENTIAL REALTY
List Price
$529,000
Sold Price
$449,999
Premium/Discount to List
-$79,001
-14.93%
Views
75

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 8, 2022
Closed on
Feb 21, 2023
Sold by
Kochu Paul
Bought by
Smith Kathryn R and Smith Robert S
Seller's Agent
Edward Escobar
EXP REALTY LLC
Buyer's Agent
Richard whissel
CHARLES RUTENBERG REALTY INC
List Price
$420,000
Sold Price
$412,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$8,000
-1.9%
Views
8

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.99%
Original Mortgage
$165,000
Interest Rate
6.48%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 23, 2022
Sold by
Imai Patricia C
Bought by
Kochu Paul

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 2, 2021
Sold by
Spearman James R and Spearman Marilyn A
Bought by
Imai Patricia C and Imai Reymundo

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$184,000
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 21, 2011
Closed on
Mar 9, 2012
Sold by
Sarka Steve A and Sarka Margaret L
Bought by
Spearman James R and Spearman Marilyn A
Seller's Agent
Gail Urban
CENTURY 21 COASTAL ALLIANCE
Buyer's Agent
Luisa Tolusso
MAINLANDS REAL ESTATE INC
List Price
$158,000
Sold Price
$158,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.95%
Original Mortgage
$126,400
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records
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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $449,999 Anclote Title Services
Warranty Deed $412,000 Abi Road Land & Title
Warranty Deed $340,000 Sunbelt Title
Warranty Deed $230,000 Greenleaf Title Llc
Warranty Deed $158,000 Total Title Solutions Clw
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $165,000 VA
Previous Owner $184,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $126,400 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
02/17/2026 02/17/26 Sold $449,999 0.0% $294 / Sq Ft
01/24/2026 01/24/26 Pending -- -- --
01/19/2026 01/19/26 Price Changed $449,999 -4.1% $294 / Sq Ft
12/07/2025 12/07/25 Price Changed $469,000 -2.1% $307 / Sq Ft
11/17/2025 11/17/25 Price Changed $479,000 -2.0% $313 / Sq Ft
10/28/2025 10/28/25 Price Changed $489,000 -2.0% $320 / Sq Ft
10/09/2025 10/09/25 Price Changed $499,000 -2.0% $326 / Sq Ft
10/03/2025 10/03/25 Price Changed $509,000 -3.8% $333 / Sq Ft
09/17/2025 09/17/25 For Sale $529,000 +28.4% $346 / Sq Ft
02/21/2023 02/21/23 Sold $412,000 -1.9% $269 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
01/06/2023 01/06/23 Pending -- -- --
12/19/2022 12/19/22 For Sale $420,000 0.0% $275 / Sq Ft
12/12/2022 12/12/22 Pending -- -- --
12/08/2022 12/08/22 For Sale $420,000 +165.8% $275 / Sq Ft
06/16/2014 06/16/14 Off Market $158,000 -- --
03/09/2012 03/09/12 Sold $158,000 0.0% $103 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
01/20/2012 01/20/12 Pending -- -- --
11/20/2011 11/20/11 For Sale $158,000 -- $103 / Sq Ft
Source: Stellar MLS

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 $4,074 $271,136 -- --
2024 $4,911 $263,495 -- --
2023 $4,911 $264,378 $106,762 $157,616
2022 $4,155 $263,481 $135,315 $128,166
2021 $2,306 $155,717 $0 $0
2020 $2,296 $153,567 $0 $0
2019 $2,252 $150,114 $0 $0
2018 $2,217 $147,315 $0 $0
2017 $2,193 $144,285 $0 $0
2016 $2,168 $141,317 $0 $0
2015 $2,202 $140,335 $0 $0
2014 $2,189 $139,221 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Stellar MLS

MLS Number: TB8427823

Stellar MLS

APN: 31-27-16-38897-000-0270

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