Waterfront - Eco Friendly
Address
5819 Imperial Key, TAMPA, FL
Price
$ 975,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#TB8545503
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyHillsborough
- CityTAMPA
- AreaTampa / Town and Country
- NeighborhoodTAMPA SHORES UNIT 7
- Zip33615
- StyleContemporary
- Year Built1973
- Taxes$ 6221
- Price$ 975,000
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage2574
- Lot Size0.19 Acres
Data Source:
Stellar MLS
Property Description
Palm trees, pool days, postcard canal views, and your own private dock with TWO covered boat lifts—this is Florida WATERFRONT living with direct saltwater access & the open bay just minutes away! This elevated 3-bedroom + Office (or 4th bedroom), 2-bath pool & spa home blends coastal lifestyle, boating convenience, and smart peace of mind. Thoughtfully reconstructed, remodeled, & elevated between 2010–2012, the living areas stayed high & dry through past storms while offering the comfort, flow, and modern features buyers love. Lush landscaping, swaying palms, and coastal character welcome you home. Inside, an impressive 14' ceiling foyer transitions to light-filled living spaces with 10' ceilings, architectural details, and sweeping canal views. The renovated kitchen is designed for real life and entertaining with premium solid wood soft-close cabinetry, pull-out storage, under-cabinet lighting, granite counters, stainless appliances, cooktop with vent hood, wall oven, microwave/convection oven, dual sink stations, walk-in pantry, and breakfast bar. Nearby breakfast nook and dining area offer flexible dining options. The Great Room brings the view front and center, with a wall of windows and sliders framing the pool, spa, and canal beyond. Out back, the Florida lifestyle takes center stage! The screened saltwater pool, spa, and expansive patio set the scene for sunny afternoons, easy entertaining, and peaceful canal views. Catch dolphins and manatees playfully passing by, then follow the flagstone path to your seawall and private dock with power, water, floating dock, and TWO covered boat lifts with wireless remotes. Bring the boats, kayaks, fishing gear, and water toys—direct & open Bay access just minutes away! Back inside, the Office, with greenery-view, flexes as a workspace, creative studio, playroom, or optional 4th bedroom with two adjacent closets. The spacious Primary Suite with proper entry offers privacy, pool access, water views, sitting area, organized walk-in closet, and spa-inspired bath with dual sinks, granite vanity, strategically placed in-cabinet appliance outlets, storage tower, water closet, jetted soaking tub, oversized walk-in shower with bench, and unique & custom balsa wood window insert with coastal bird detail. Two generous bedrooms, guest bath, & extra storage sit opposite in a split-plan layout for privacy. Practical perks include interior laundry with sink, cabinetry, & storage closet; oversized 2-car garage with cabinetry, racks, & utility sink; plus vinyl-fenced yard with gates, resin sheds, & irrigation system. Bonus features: New pool pump & Jacuzzi blower, interior paint, and garage door spring in 2026; pool vacuum 2025; roof 2024; pool rescreen 2023; A/C 2022; Pro Elite whole-house water treatment with new carbon filter; solar hot water with electric backup; decked attic for extra storage with two pull-down stair access points; wider halls & doors; high-capacity closets; windows impact-rated or hurricane shutters; security system; & professional landscaping with new edging & refreshed mulch. Located in Tampa Shores Imperial Key, a waterfront community offering a laid-back coastal lifestyle, social activities, resident boat ramp, & no HOA. Convenient to airport, Target, Publix, shopping, beaches, & dockside restaurants by boat. Short-term rentals allowed within county/state rules. Boating, poolside relaxing, entertaining, and everyday waterside living—it’s all waiting in your backyard. Paradise found!
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Bay Crest-HB Elementary School | Davidsen-HB Middle School | Alonso-HB High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 9/4/2026 | Listed $975,000 |
General Features
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
|---|---|
| Heating | Central,Heat Pump |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Utilities | Electricity Connected,Public,Sewer Connected,Street Lights,Underground Utilities,Water Connected |
| Possession | Close Of Escrow |
| Roof | Shingle |
| Appliances | Built-In Oven,Convection Oven,Cooktop,Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Microwave,Range Hood,Refrigerator,Solar Hot Water Owned,Washer,Water Softener |
| Zoning | PD |
| Garage Spaces | 2 |
| Patio/Porch Features | Covered,Front Porch,Patio,Porch,Rear Porch,Screened |
| Architectural Style | Contemporary |
| Pool Features | Auto Cleaner,Child Safety Fence,Deck,Gunite,In Ground,Lighting,Salt Water,Screen Enclosure,Tile |
| Security Features | Security System Owned |
| Construction Materials | Block,Stucco |
| Year Built | 1973 |
| View | Water |
| Levels | One |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Ownership | Fee Simple |
| Waterfront Features | Canal Front,Waterfront,Canal - Saltwater |
| Community Features | Canal Front,Community Boat Ramp,Dock,Water Access,Waterfront,Sidewalks |
| County | Hillsborough |
| New Construction | false |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Attached Garage | true |
| Energy Efficient | Water Heater |
| Subdivision Name | TAMPA SHORES UNIT 7 |
| Facing Direction | West |
| Garage Y/N | true |
| Other Structures | Shed(s),Storage |
| Total Rooms | 12 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | From Memorial Highway, left on Hillsborough Avenue, Left on Tampa Shores Boulevard, just past median turn left on Imperial Key. Home is on the left side of street. |
| High School | Alonso-HB |
| City | TAMPA |
| Body of Water | CHANNEL A TO OLD TAMPA BAY |
| Senior Community Y/N | false |
| MLS Area | 33615 - Tampa / Town and Country |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 8470 |
| Carport Y/N | false |
| Listing Terms | Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan |
| Spa Features | In Ground |
| Elementary School | Bay Crest-HB |
| Land Lease Y/N | false |
| Tax Annual Amount | 6221.48 |
| Middle/Junior High School | Davidsen-HB |
| Property Condition | Completed |
| Additional Parcels Y/N | false |
| Lease Considered Y/N | true |
| Virtual Tour | https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview/stellar/TB8545503 |
| Building Area Units | Square Feet |
| Living Area Units | Square Feet |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Occupancy Type | Vacant |
| Tax Lot | 20 |
| Legal Description | TAMPA SHORES UNIT NO 7 LOT 20 |
| Water View | Canal |
| Water Access Type | Canal - Saltwater |
| Minimum Lease | 1 Week |
| Water Access Y/N | true |
| Additional Rooms | Attic,Bonus Room,Breakfast Room Separate,Den/Library/Office,Great Room,Inside Utility,Storage Rooms |
| Water View Y/N | true |
| Flood Zone Code | AE |
| In Law Suite YN | false |
| DockY/N | true |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Ceiling Fan(s),Eating Space In Kitchen,High Ceilings,Living Room/Dining Room Combo,Open Floorplan,Solid Wood Cabinets,Split Bedroom,Stone Counters,Walk-In Closet(s),Window Treatments |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Tile |
| Furnished Y/N | Unfurnished |
| Total Stories | 1 |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Fireplace Y/N | false |
| Laundry Features | Electric Dryer Hookup,Inside,Laundry Room,Washer Hookup |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| LivingAreaSource | Public Records |
| Total Baths | 2 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Hurricane Shutters,Irrigation System,Rain Gutters,Sidewalk,Sliding Doors,Storage |
|---|---|
| Vegetation | Mature Landscaping,Trees/Landscaped |
| Fencing | Vinyl |
| Parking Features | Driveway,Garage Door Opener |
| Lot Features | FloodZone,In County,Landscaped,Level,Sidewalk |
| Water Source | Public |
| Lot Size Area | 8470 |
| Foundation Details | Slab |
| Spa | true |
| Building Area Total | 3342 |
| Lot Dimensions | 77 x 110 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.19 |
| Road Surface Type | Paved |
| Private Pool | true |
| Waterfront Y/N | true |
| Covered Spaces | 2 |
| Road Frontage Type | Street Paved |
| Road Responsibility | Public Maintained Road |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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