$1,235,000
SOLD MAY 28, 2025

54 Central Ct Tarpon Springs, FL 34689

4 Beds
4.5 Baths
2,611 Sq Ft
0.26 Acres

Recently Sold

$473 Per Sq Ft

12% Below List Price

57 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Dock has access to electricity and water
  • Water access To Gulf or Ocean
  • Property fronts a bayou
  • Tarpon Springs Middle School Rated A-
  • Boat Lift
  • In Ground Pool

About This Home

As of May 2025

What an Opportunity Price Improvement of 50,000. New Price is $1,350,000. Fantastic Waterfront 4 Bedroom Ensuite Home in Tarpon Springs. Open Water Views overlooking Whitcomb Bayou with DIRECT GULF ACCESS. PRIVATE BOAT DOCK with 7000 LB LIFT, equipped with electric and water allow you to be in the Gulf of Mexico in minutes to enjoy what makes Florida Special. NEW ROOF in 2024. This is the Perfect Florida Home designed with Large Front and Back Porches which provide constant breezes and Beautiful Views. This ELEVATED HOME was built in 2002 and had no Insurance or Flood Claims through the recent storms with It's Living Space staying High and Dry. This home has a PRIVATE ELEVATOR providing easy access from 4 PLUS CAR GARAGE to First Floor Living area. Garage has 1720 sq ft so plenty of room for CARS, Motorcycles, Kayaks or extra toys. First Floor Living Space has an Open Floor Plan with a Great Room with Engineered Hardwood Floors, Cathedral Ceilings, Woodburning Fireplace and Custom Built-in Shelves. The Eat-in Kitchen was recently Updated with New White Wood Cabinets equipped with pull outs and Quartz Countertops. 4 Bedrooms EACH with an ENSUITE BATHROOM have all been Updated with New Vanities and Quartz Countertops. In addition to 2 Private baths the first floor has a half bath for guests. Upper level has two more bedrooms again each has an ENSUITE BATH and also Loft Area for a Computer or gaming area. Plantation Shutters and Hunter Douglas Silhoutte shades and Luminette Sheer Panels. Great Room Opens to the Enormous Back Porch with Open Water views and Plenty of space for entertaining. Private Fenced Backyard has Private Pebble tec Self Cleaning Swimming Pool. In Wall Pest system Protects against termites and Home is under warranty. This home is located on one of the most Charming and sought after streets in Tarpon Springs. Central Ct is a Cul-de-sac ideally located between Spring and Whitcomb Bayous . with many impressive homes and easy walking distance to Spring Bayou to see the Manatees, Craig Park for the Art Shows and Festivals, Downtown Tarpon Springs with the Cute Shops and Wonderful Restaurants , Bars and Breweries. as well as walking distance to the World Famous Sponge Docks for Fresh Seafood. and Entertainment. Walk to the Public Library or Bike to the Pinellas Trail all easily accessible or Jump on the Jolly Trolly to Dunedin, Palm Harbor or Clearwater Beach. Tarpon Springs has it's own Sandy Beach at Fred Howard Park just minutes away.
Updates Galore * NEW 30 YEAR SHINGLE ROOF, 2024 *NEW FRONT AND BACK STAIRS 2025,NEW KITCHEN 2021, UPDATED PRIMARY MASTER BATH 2021 * NEW QUARTZ COUNTERTOPS AND VANITIES 3 BATHS 2024,NEW WATER HEATER 2024, NEW GARAGE DOOR 2024, NEW PORCH CEILING FANS 2024 * NEW PAVER DRIVEWAY INSTALLED 2022 * New Pool Pump 2023 * New Stove and Microwave 2021, New Refrigerator 2019. Flood Insurance $617/year assumable by the New Owners. NO HOA Fee but on a Beautiful Street.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mimi Hart

CHARLES RUTENBERG REALTY INC Brokerage Phone: 866-580-6402 License #489451 Listed on: 02/18/2025

CHARLES RUTENBERG REALTY INC

Last Buyer's Agent

Michael Lauer

FUTURE HOME REALTY INC License #3045875

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,107

Year Built

  • Built in 2002

Lot Details

  • 0.26 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 60x201
  • Property fronts a bayou
  • Property fronts a saltwater canal
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Street terminates at a dead end
  • East Facing Home
  • Vinyl Fence
  • Mature Landscaping
  • Metered Sprinkler System
  • Landscaped with Trees

Parking

  • 4 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Property Views

  • Water
  • Bayou

Home Design

  • Coastal Architecture
  • Key West Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Block Exterior
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,611 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Shutters
  • Blinds
  • Sliding Doors
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Great Room
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Loft
  • Inside Utility

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stone Countertops
  • Solid Wood Cabinet
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Engineered Wood
  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathtub With Separate Shower Stall
  • Shower Only

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Security Lights
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • In Wall Pest System

Accessible Home Design

  • Accessible Elevator Installed
  • Accessible Full Bathroom
  • Accessible Kitchen
  • Accessibility Features

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • Auto Pool Cleaner
  • Pool Lighting

Outdoor Features

  • Water access To Gulf or Ocean
  • Access To Bayou
  • Boat Lift
  • Dock has access to electricity and water
  • Deeded Boat Dock
  • Dock made with Composite Material
  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Exterior Lighting

Schools

  • Sunset Hills Elementary School
  • Tarpon Springs Middle School
  • Tarpon Springs High School

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling
  • Thermostat
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Van Winkles Sub Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,107

Year Built

Built in 2002

Lot Details

0.26 Acres

Parking

4

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Coastal, Key West
  • Construction Materials: Block, Vinyl Siding, Frame
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 2611
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.26
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 2002
  • Accessibility Features: Accessible Elevator Installed, Accessible Full Bath, Accessible Kitchen, Central Living Area
  • Building Area Total: 5583
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 11491
  • Status: Sold
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Building Area Total Srch Sq M: 518.68
  • Escrow City: Holiday
  • Escrow State: FL
  • Escrow Street Name: US Highway 19
  • Minimum Lease: No Minimum
  • RATIO Current Price By Calculate: 473.00
  • Total Acreage: 1/4 to less than 1/2
  • Water Access YN: 1
  • MFR_InLawSuiteYN: 0
  • MFR_DockDescription: Dock - Composite,Dock - Slip Deeded On-Site,Dock w/Electric,Dock w/Water Supply
  • MFR_DockYN: 1
  • MFR_CommunityAssociationWaterFeatures: Fishing,Public Boat Ramp,Water Access,Waterfront
  • Attribution Contact: 866-580-6402
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Wood Burning
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Accessibility Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fans(s), Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, In Wall Pest System, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Levels: Two
  • Other Equipment: Irrigation Equipment
  • Stories: 3
  • Window Features: Blinds, Shutters, Window Treatments
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Appraiser
  • Additional Rooms: Great Room,Inside Utility,Loft
  • Living Area Meters: 242.57

Exterior Features

  • Direction Faces: East
  • Pool Features: Auto Cleaner, In Ground, Lighting
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Lighting, Sliding Doors, Sprinkler Metered
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • View: Water
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio, Rear Porch, Side Porch
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Paved
  • Water Access: Bayou,Gulf/Ocean
  • Water Extras: Lift
  • Water View: Bayou
  • Water View YN: 1
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 0
  • Flood Zone Panel: 12103C0019H

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Spaces: 4
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Oversized

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Fire Hydrant, Public, Sewer Connected, Sprinkler Meter, Water Connected
  • Cooling: Central Air, Zoned
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Laundry Features: Inside
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Street Lights
  • Association: No
  • Security: Security Lights, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association 2 YN: 0

Fee Information

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

Schools

  • Elementary School: Sunset Hills Elementary-PN
  • High School: Tarpon Springs High-PN
  • Middle Or Junior School: Tarpon Springs Middle-PN

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 12-27-15-93708-000-0120
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Fencing: Vinyl
  • Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, City Limits, Street Dead-End, Paved
  • Lot Dimensions: 60x201
  • Flood Zone Code: AE

Rental Info

  • Lease Restrictions YN: 1
  • Additional Lease Restrictions: Check with the City of Tarpon Springs as far as minimum lease time

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 9107.23
  • Tax Block: 000
  • Tax Book Number: 9-75
  • Tax Lot: 12

Multi Family

  • Waterfront Features: Bayou, Canal - Saltwater

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 18, 2025
Closed on
May 28, 2025
Sold by
Hughes James R and Hughes Florence E
Bought by
Nightingale Robin E and Nightingale Kirk S
Seller's Agent
Mimi Hart
CHARLES RUTENBERG REALTY INC
Buyer's Agent
Michael Lauer
FUTURE HOME REALTY INC
List Price
$1,399,000
Sold Price
$1,235,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$164,000
-11.72%
Views
38
Current Estimated Value
$1,232,487

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$2,513
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.28%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 8, 2022
Sold by
Hughes James R and Hughes Florence E
Bought by
Hughes James R and Hughes James R

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 11, 1999
Sold by
Smith James R and Smith Jean M
Bought by
Hughes James R and Hughes Florence E
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $1,235,000 Total Title Solutions
Deed -- Oconnell & Nolan Chartered
Warranty Deed $133,000 --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/28/2025 05/28/25 Sold $1,235,000 -8.5% $473 / Sq Ft
04/16/2025 04/16/25 Pending -- -- --
04/09/2025 04/09/25 Price Changed $1,350,000 -3.5% $517 / Sq Ft
02/18/2025 02/18/25 For Sale $1,399,000 -- $536 / 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 $9,107 $551,723 -- --
2024 $8,977 $536,174 -- --
2023 $8,977 $520,557 $0 $0
2022 $8,746 $505,395 $0 $0
2021 $8,856 $490,675 $0 $0
2020 $8,839 $483,900 $0 $0
2019 $8,698 $473,021 $0 $0
2018 $8,610 $464,201 $0 $0
2017 $8,543 $454,653 $0 $0
2016 $8,479 $445,302 $0 $0
2015 $8,614 $442,207 $0 $0
2014 $8,574 $438,697 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Stellar MLS

MLS Number: TB8347551

Stellar MLS

APN: 12-27-15-93708-000-0120

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