1618 S ARRAWANA AVENUE, TAMPA, FL, 33629
Active44 days on marketListed Jun 29, 2026MLS #TB8523200
About this home
1618 S ARRAWANA AVENUE
Virtually Staged. ***New Roofs just installed on both buildings July 30th***. Discover one of Palma Ceia's most charming and versatile properties—a beautifully renovated Spanish Mediterranean bungalow complete with a sparkling pool and detached air conditioned guest suite w a full bath, offering a rare opportunity to enjoy the South Tampa lifestyle while creating additional income or space for family. Situated on a prominent corner lot, this timeless residence blends historic character with modern updates. The 3-bedroom, 2-bath main home welcomes you with a bright sunroom, rich architectural details, a cozy wood-burning fireplace, and an open-concept living and dining area that flows effortlessly into the updated kitchen—perfect for entertaining or everyday living. Privately tucked away, the spacious primary bedroom overlooks the pool and features a walk-in closet and beautifully updated en-suite bath. Two additional bedrooms and a second full bath provide comfortable accommodation for family and guests. Step outside to your own private backyard oasis where the newly resurfaced swimming pool creates the perfect setting for relaxing weekends, outdoor gatherings, or enjoying Florida's year-round sunshine. Adding tremendous value is the detached guest house with its own full bathroom and private entrance. Whether you're looking for an in-law suite for extended family, home office, fitness studio, or an income-producing rental, this detached studio provides incredible flexibility that few homes in Palma Ceia can offer. A separate laundry room and generous storage area make it even more functional. As an upgrade to the neighborhood, underground electrical service is currently being installed, which has temporarily affected portions of the front/side lawn. Recent improvements provide peace of mind, including: • New Roofs installed July 2026 • Pool resurfaced (June 2026) • Deck refinished (June 2026) • Detached guest suite repainted (2026) • New stainless steel refrigerator (2026) • New laundry room flooring (2026) • Tankless water heater (2020) • Plumbing supply lines replaced (2020) • Updated electrical (2008) • HVAC (2018) • Nest Smart Thermostat. Located within the coveted Palma Ceia neighborhood and zoned for top-rated schools (Mitchell Elementary, Wilson Middle School, and Plant High School.) you'll enjoy being just minutes from Bayshore Boulevard, Hyde Park Village, SoHo, Howard Avenue's vibrant restaurants and nightlife, downtown Tampa, parks, shopping, and everything that makes South Tampa one of the area's most desirable places to call home! Plus, Its NOT in a Flood zone, so no flood insurance required! Whether you're searching for a home with room to grow, a multi-generational living arrangement, or an exceptional investment opportunity in one of Tampa's premier neighborhoods, this unique property truly offers the best of all worlds!
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
1,400
Sqft
0.12 ac
Lot size
1925
Year built
One
Levels
$578
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record — not generic estimates.
$5,904 /mo · 10% down Conventional, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
Above the FHA loan limit for our service areas, so Conventional is the default. VA buyers: switch below — $0 down.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Run your own numbers
FHA isn’t available at this price — the loan would exceed the $541,287 FHA limit for our service areas.
Estimated payment
$5,904/mo
Includes estimated PMI — it drops off once you reach 20% equity. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. Your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
Value check
Is the price right?
The internet’s favorite home-value number comes from a single automated model that has never seen the street, the finishes, or the view — which is why it routinely misses by tens of thousands of dollars. The edgeAI estimate combines multiple independent data sources with our team’s on-the-ground expertise in this exact market.
$/sqft vs Tampa actives
$578 vs $299
Days on market
44 vs 44 typical
Where $578/sqft sits among the 400 Tampa actives
The edgeAI estimate is a starting point, not an appraisal or a broker price opinion. It is generated from public records, listing data and market modeling, and is subject to change once a licensed real estate professional personally inspects the property. Condition, floor, view and lot are not fully captured by any model — ask us for a full comparative market analysis.
Where it sits
Inside Palma Ceia
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Palma Ceia — neighborhood snapshot
Population
5,762
Median age
39
Median income
$170,283
Median home value
$766,224
Avg household
3
Households w/ children
911
For the school run
Hillsborough County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Tampa market
$413K → $435K
Tampa median sold, yr/yr
97.0%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
217 of 400
Tampa actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Tampa, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 19% below the TAMPA 33629 median. See the full Tampa market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 1618 S ARRAWANA AVENUE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Oct ’25$410,000
3421 S CARTER STREET UNIT C
2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,424 sqft · $288/sqft · 51 DOM
Sold · Nov ’25$577,150
3616 S HIMES AVENUE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,636 sqft · $353/sqft · 8 DOM
Sold · May ’26$648,000
2920 W EL PRADO BOULEVARD UNIT 13
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,641 sqft · $395/sqft · 37 DOM
Closed-sale data from the MLS, last 12 months, selected for similarity in size and location. No two homes are identical — ask us for a full comparative analysis.
Your home team
The pros in your corner
Buying a home is two conversations — the home and the money. Here’s who handles each, side by side, already working together.
Your agent
Kat Bonelli
REALTOR® · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 1618 S ARRAWANA AVENUE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 1618 S ARRAWANA AVENUE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
1618 S ARRAWANA AVENUE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 1618 S ARRAWANA AVENUE?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $5,904/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
What are the property taxes on 1618 S ARRAWANA AVENUE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $12,860. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
How does the price compare to other homes in Tampa?+
At $809,550, this home is listed about 80% above the Tampa median of $449,900. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 1618 S ARRAWANA AVENUE?+
Roosevelt Elementary School (elementary), Plant High School (high), Coleman Middle School (middle), Patricia Sullivan Metropolitan Ministries Partnership School (elementary) — Hillsborough County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Four things that matter here
01Under the TAMPA 33629 market on paper
$809,550 is 19% below the TAMPA 33629 median of $997,000.
02Your own pool
A private pool — the feature Florida buyers ask for first, already in the ground and included in the price.
03Strong assigned schools
Roosevelt Elementary School, Plant High School, Coleman Middle School, Patricia Sullivan Metropolitan Ministries Partnership School — Roosevelt Elementary School rates 5 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
04The price has already moved
Listed at $839,000, now $809,550 — a $29K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of IMPACT REALTY TAMPA BAY · Joe Stagliano. MLS #TB8523200.
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