$1,150,000
SOLD APR 2, 2025
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,137 Sq Ft
7,924 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$538 Per Sq Ft

18% Below List Price

14 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 59 Feet of Ocean or Gulf Waterfront
  • Water access To Gulf or Ocean
  • Open Floorplan
  • Ozona Elementary School Rated A-
  • Full Gulf or Ocean Views
  • Property is near public transit

About This Home

As of April 2025

Waterfront Paradise with Breathtaking Gulf Views!

Welcome to 555 Gulf Dr, Crystal Beach, FL 34681—a rare opportunity to own a stunning waterfront home with million-dollar Gulf views in the charming, golf-cart-friendly Crystal Beach community!

This elevated two-story, 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home with a 2-car garage sits on an oversized lot with a concrete pier foundation for added stability. A wrap-around driveway leads to the side-entry garage, offering both convenience and curb appeal.

Coastal Elegance Meets Modern Comfort

Step inside to discover a spacious great room with soaring cathedral ceilings, a natural stone fireplace, and wall-to-wall glass sliders that open to a large balcony, perfect for taking in breathtaking waterfront sunsets—365 days a year!

The recently updated chef’s kitchen is bright and inviting, featuring: White Shaker cabinetry for a clean, timeless look, Brand-new GE Café appliances for top-tier performance, Solid-surface countertops and a snack bar overlooking the dining area, Fine tile flooring throughout, Balcony access, ideal for morning coffee with Gulf breezes

Tranquil Owner’s Retreat

The primary suite is a true oasis, offering: Plenty of space for a sitting area, Private balcony access with stunning views, A beautifully updated en-suite bath with a dual vanity.

Upgrades & Additional Features PGT hurricane-impact windows for safety and energy efficiency, New tile flooring, remodeled baths, and fresh interior/exterior paint, Upgraded electrical and plumbing for peace of mind, Closed-cell foam insulation on the lower level for moisture resistance, Recently upgraded all-metal roof with enhanced truss support for added durability

Bonus Flex Space

The lower level features a spacious laundry room (with a new washer/dryer), a plumbed shower and bathroom, and a newer dual-register mini-split A/C unit. This 900 sq. ft. flex space is ideal for a studio bedroom, gym, or recreational area.

Outdoor Paradise

The lushly landscaped yard is surrounded by mature trees and tropical foliage, offering privacy and serenity. Enjoy: Expansive balconies and covered porches for Gulf breezes & dolphin watching, A county-approved variance for a raised pool—perfect for enjoying sunsets in style, Nearby community amenities: Waterfront park, fishing pier, and boat ramp for Gulf access, Easy access to the Pinellas Trail for walking and biking, Multiple dry dock marinas nearby for boating enthusiasts.

This coastal retreat is move-in ready and perfectly positioned to embrace the laid-back Crystal Beach lifestyle. Don’t miss out! Schedule your private showing today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tanner Tillung

EXP REALTY LLC Brokerage Phone: 888-883-8509 License #3373651

EXP REALTY LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Daphna Fischler

GALLERY PROPERTIES INTERNATIONAL License #3320146

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $14,671

Year Built

  • Built in 1977

Lot Details

  • 7,924 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 59 x 136
  • 59 Feet of Ocean or Gulf Waterfront
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Street terminates at a dead end
  • Unincorporated Location
  • West Facing Home
  • Mature Landscaping

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Key West Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,137 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Great Room
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Inside Utility
  • Laundry in Garage
  • Full Gulf or Ocean Views

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Range with Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Solid Wood Cabinet
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom Upstairs
  • Closet Cabinetry
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Water access To Gulf or Ocean
  • Property is near a marina
  • Balcony
  • Wrap Around Porch

Location

  • Flood Zone Lot
  • Flood Insurance May Be Required
  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near a golf course

Schools

  • Ozona Elementary School
  • Palm Harbor Middle School
  • Palm Harbor Univ High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Thermostat
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Crystal Beach Rev Subdivision

Recreation

  • Park

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$14,671

Year Built

Built in 1977

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Condition: Completed
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Key West
  • Construction Materials: Other, Wood Frame
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 2137
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.18
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1977
  • Building Area Total: 3542
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7924
  • Directions to Property: From Alt. US 19, go west on Crystal Beach Ave, south on Mayo, west on Tennessee to Gulf.
  • Status: Sold
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Available for Lease YN: 1
  • Escrow City: Belleair Bluffs
  • Escrow Postal Code: 33770
  • Escrow State: FL
  • Escrow Street Name: 2814 West Bay Drive
  • List Office Head Office Key Nume: 1041803
  • Minimum Lease: No Minimum
  • RATIO Current Price By Calculate: 538.14
  • Total Acreage: 0 to less than 1/4
  • Unit Number YN: 0
  • Water Access YN: 1
  • Planned Unit Development Yn: 0
  • Property Description: Elevated,Stilt Home
  • AG Exemption YN: 0
  • MFR_BedroomClosetType: Walk-in Closet
  • MFR_BedroomClosetType: Walk-in Closet
  • MFR_BedroomClosetType: Built-in Closet
  • MFR_InLawSuiteYN: 0
  • MFR_DockYN: 0
  • MFR_CommunityAssociationWaterFeatures: Gulf/Ocean Front
  • Attribution Contact: 888-883-8509
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Wood Burning
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Flooring: Tile, Vinyl
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fans(s), Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Open Floorplan, PrimaryBedroom Upstairs, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Thermostat, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Levels: Two
  • Spa Yn: No
  • Stories: 2
  • Street Number Modifier: 555
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Additional Rooms: Great Room,Inside Utility
  • Living Area Meters: 198.53
  • Room Count: 6

Exterior Features

  • Direction Faces: West
  • Exterior Features: Balcony
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Water
  • Water Body Name: GULF OF MEXICO-ST. JOSEPH SOUND
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Porch, Rear Porch, Wrap Around
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Water Access: Gulf/Ocean
  • Water Extras YN: 0
  • Water View: Gulf/Ocean - Full
  • Water View YN: 1
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 59
  • Water Frontage Feet Gulf Ocean: 59

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Garage Yn: Yes

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Laundry Features: In Garage
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Park
  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association 2 YN: 0
  • Association Approval Required YN: 0
  • Pet Restrictions: All Pet restrictions to be verified by Buyer.

Fee Information

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

Schools

  • Elementary School: Ozona Elementary-PN
  • High School: Palm Harbor Univ High-PN
  • Middle Or Junior School: Palm Harbor Middle-PN

Lot Info

  • Zoning: R
  • Parcel Number: 35-27-15-19872-016-0090
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Flood Insurance Required, FloodZone, In County, Near Golf Course, Near Marina, Near Public Transit, Street Dead-End, Unincorporated
  • Lot Dimensions: 59 x 136
  • Flood Zone Code: VE
  • Homestead YN: 1
  • Lot Size Square Meters: 736
  • Zoning Compatible YN: 1

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Lease Restrictions YN: 0
  • Additional Lease Restrictions: All Leasing restrictions to be verified by Buyer.

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 14671
  • Tax Block: 02
  • Tax Book Number: 7-30
  • Tax Lot: 9

Multi Family

  • Waterfront Features: Gulf/Ocean

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 29, 2025
Closed on
Apr 2, 2025
Sold by
Gruber Robert D
Bought by
Royce Jamie and Royce Hilary
Seller's Agent
Tanner Tillung
EXP REALTY LLC
Buyer's Agent
Daphna Fischler
GALLERY PROPERTIES INTERNATIONAL
List Price
$1,400,000
Sold Price
$1,150,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$250,000
-17.86%
Total Days on Market
14
Views
17

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
201.92%
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Outstanding Balance
$400,000
Interest Rate
6.76%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back
Estimated Equity
$972,401

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 30, 2005
Sold by
Jurgaitis Michael V
Bought by
Gruber Robert D and Gruber Liesa B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$78,500
Interest Rate
5.77%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 14, 2000
Sold by
Jurgaitis Julie
Bought by
Jurgaitis Michael

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 5, 2000
Sold by
Jurgaitis Michael V
Bought by
Jurgaitis Michael

Map

Range of Values:

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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 $1,150,000 Fidelity National Title Of Flo
Warranty Deed $1,150,000 Fidelity National Title Of Flo
Warranty Deed $785,000 Amity Title Inc
Deed -- --
Warranty Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $400,000 Seller Take Back
Closed $400,000 Seller Take Back
Previous Owner $263,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $78,500 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $628,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/02/2025 04/02/25 Sold $1,150,000 -17.9% $538 / Sq Ft
02/12/2025 02/12/25 Pending -- -- --
01/29/2025 01/29/25 For Sale $1,400,000 -- $655 / 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
2024 $12,215 $865,992 $571,641 $294,351
2023 $12,215 $790,839 $633,672 $157,167
2022 $10,928 $676,597 $562,439 $114,158
2021 $9,742 $507,839 $0 $0
2020 $9,901 $532,824 $0 $0
2019 $8,967 $465,192 $340,659 $124,533
2018 $8,564 $472,603 $0 $0
2017 $6,585 $367,030 $0 $0
2016 $6,537 $359,481 $0 $0
2015 $6,590 $356,982 $0 $0
2014 $6,559 $354,149 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Source: Stellar MLS

MLS Number: TB8336210

Stellar MLS

APN: 35-27-15-19872-016-0090