PRICE IMPROVEMENT. Welcome to this gorgeous 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom home in the highly desirable Calusa Trace community! With 3,181 sq. ft. of living space, this home sits on over a quarter-acre and features a 3-car garage equipped with WiFi-connected garage door openers for modern convenience. Step outside and enjoy the stunning pool with a freshly resurfaced deck and a screened-in enclosure overlooking a serene water view—the perfect spot to relax or entertain. Updates include roof (2014), first A/C (2020), second A/C (2024), water heater (2021), a new pool pump with a 3-year warranty (2025), and a water softener (2024). The pool cage was rescreened in 2021, and the exterior was freshly painted in 2021. For added peace of mind, the home comes with an existing security system and passed a clean 4-point inspection in May 2023. The fifth bedroom/bonus room addition was professionally completed in 2006, featuring block construction, completely independent AC unit, and dual insulation. Designed with flexibility in mind, it can be divided into a bedroom and living area to create an in-law suite. Located in an A-rated school district, this home is just minutes away from parks, trails, 16 nearby pickleball courts, Lake Park, and Lake Rogers. Enjoy quick access to highways for an easy commute to Tampa and surrounding areas. The property is not in a flood zone and is being offered fully furnished with a few noted exceptions, making it truly move-in ready. Enjoy all the benefits of this vibrant neighborhood with nearby shopping, the YMCA, and more. Schedule your private tour today and make this stunning home yours!
Sold for $725,000
$725,000
18521 Bittern Ave, Lutz, FL 33558
5beds
3,183sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1994
0.26 Acres Lot
$710,500 Zestimate®
$228/sqft
$4,687 Estimated rent
Home value
$710,500
$654,000 - $774,000
$4,687/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: June 09, 2025 at 06:39pm
Listing Provided by:
Riz Hakim 703-409-0074,
RE/MAX PREMIER GROUP 813-929-7600,
Abby Hakim 571-643-6702,
RE/MAX PREMIER GROUP
Bought with:
Vioma Lorenzo, 3369871
DALTON WADE INC
Bianca Lorenzo, 3371992
DALTON WADE INC
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: TB8353200
Originating MLS: Suncoast Tampa
Originating MLS: Suncoast Tampa
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
Bedroom 1
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
Bedroom 3
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
Bedroom 4
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Split Bedroom, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Vinyl
- Doors: French Doors, Sliding Doors
- Windows: Blinds, Drapes, Rods, Window Treatments
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Wood Burning
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,139
- Total interior livable area: 3,183 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Ground Level
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Irrigation System, Private Mailbox, Rain Gutters, Sidewalk
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Gunite, In Ground, Lighting, Screen Enclosure
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Pool, Trees/Woods, Water, Pond
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Pond
Lot
- Size: 0.26 Acres
- Dimensions: 75 x 150
- Features: Landscaped, Sidewalk
- Residential vegetation: Trees/Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: U1627180K600000200042.0
- Zoning: PD
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Completed
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1994
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Water Available, Water Connected
Green energy
- Water conservation: Irrigation-Reclaimed Water
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Closed Circuit Camera(s), Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Deed Restrictions, Irrigation-Reclaimed Water, Park, Playground, Sidewalks
Location
- Region: Lutz
- Subdivision: CALUSA TRACE UNIT FIVE PH
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $53 monthly
- Amenities included: Park, Playground
- Association name: Samantha Morfa
- Association phone: 813-600-1100
Other fees
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
Other financial information
- Total actual rent: 0
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Paved, Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/14/2025 | Sold | $725,000-2.6%$228/sqft |
Source:  Stellar MLS #TB8353200 Report a problem | ||
| 4/8/2025 | Pending sale | $744,000$234/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #TB8353200 Report a problem | ||
| 4/5/2025 | Price change | $744,000-0.7%$234/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #TB8353200 Report a problem | ||
| 2/27/2025 | Listed for sale | $749,000+207%$235/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #TB8353200 Report a problem | ||
| 6/5/2002 | Sold | $244,000+17.3%$77/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,551 +3.7% | $264,683 +3% |
| 2023 | $4,389 +4.9% | $256,974 +3% |
| 2022 | $4,184 +1.5% | $249,489 +3% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Calusa Trace
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Schwarzkopf Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 10/10Martinez Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 7/10Steinbrenner High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Schwarzkopf-HB
- Middle: Martinez-HB
- High: Steinbrenner High School
Source: Stellar MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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Estimated market value
$710,500