APOLLO BEACH - SOUTHSHORE FALLS 55+ RESORT COMMUNITY WITH A PEACEFUL WATER VIEW - Live like you're on vacation in the highly desirable, active adult community of SouthShore Falls (SSF). This immaculate paired villa is gently nestled between two large ponds and is just a short walk away from the resort-style amenities SSF famously offers. This beautiful villa is move-in ready, with high ceilings, great flow, and a fantastic open-concept split floor plan. Bright and spacious, this 2-bedroom, 2-bath, 1,393 sq. ft. villa was built for family fun and entertainment. Upon entering the home, your eyes are drawn to the high ceilings and abundant natural light. A well-designed kitchen features breakfast bar seating, a stainless-steel refrigerator, a new dishwasher, 36” hardwood cabinets, and a closet pantry. There is a dining area that perfectly complements this well-designed kitchen. The Master Retreat promises a sanctuary of sheer relaxation, easily accommodating a king-size bedroom set. The Master Retreat features an en-suite with a single vanity, a linen closet, and a beautiful walk-in shower. This gorgeous home features tile flooring in the main living area, fresh new carpeting in the two bedrooms, custom blinds, and ceiling fans throughout. Adding versatility to this exquisite villa is the FLEX office/den area, poised for transformation into a third bedroom according to your desire. The villa also celebrates Florida's indoor-outdoor lifestyle with an extended screened lanai, offering breathtaking views over SouthShore Falls Pond #5. DON’T BREAK A SWEAT - grounds maintenance and exterior maintenance are included in the very fair HOA fee. SSF has NO CDD and offers some of the finest amenities in the Tampa Bay area. SSF features a network of recreational opportunities, including a community clubhouse, two lagoon-style pools, Wellspring Club and Fitness Center, internet café, library, arts & crafts, billiards, tennis/pickleball courts, bocce courts, golf green, shuffleboard courts, walking trails, organized clubs, and planned activities that will appeal to many of your passions. SSF is perfectly positioned near healthcare, dining, entertainment, and with easy access to I-75, US Hwy 301, and US Hwy 41, this villa ensures a life where convenience meets the luxury of resort-style living. Tampa, Brandon, Bradenton, Sarasota, and the Gulf Coast's pristine beaches are just a stone’s throw away. Come embrace unparalleled resort-style living in Apollo Beach's SouthShore Falls and turn your retirement dreams into your daily reality. COME LIVE IN PARADISE; your extraordinary lifestyle awaits.
Single-familyProperty Type
2005Year Built
3,661 sq ftLot Size
$182Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Amie Samuel-Hall• CHARLES RUTENBERG REALTY INC
Listed by John Hall, Sr.• CHARLES RUTENBERG REALTY INC
Contact: 866-580-6402
Bought with Amanda Winsor• COMMAND PROPERTIES FLORIDA
Welcome to Your very own Peaceful Waterfront Paradise & Enjoy Resort Style Living at its finest, here in Del-Webb SouthShore Falls! There are 2 water features to enjoy with a fountain pond in the front & large pond in the back! This Beautiful 2 bdrm, 2 Bath PLUS Den, 2 car garage Villa, boasting nearly 1,400sf of luxury living space is Move-In ready. .. waiting just for YOU! From the moment you enter, you will notice the wide open floor plan & your eyes are drawn to the lush green beauty surrounding the pond where you can sit on your Extended Lanai & soak in the gorgeous sunsets with an unobstructed view!! The kitchen overlooking the spacious living room includes a NEW Refrigerator, Newer microwave, dishwasher, stove, disposal, beautiful cabinetry, closet pantry & breakfast bar just steps away from your large formal dining room! The living room overlooks the peaceful pond and has a ceiling fan and triple sliding doors with remote-controlled custom shades x 3 at your fingertips! The split floor plan gives privacy between bedrooms & the master bedroom has a ceiling fan, a walk-in closet, a bathroom with a linen closet & step-in tiled shower! The 2nd bdrm has a ceiling fan and a large closet just steps away from the guest bath with a tiled shower & tub combo. The unique Den has a carved pass-thru window wall design(as an extra upgraded feature) and will make a great office or sitting area to your delight! The large laundry closet includes a NEW side-by-side Washer & Dryer! Other extras & features making this Rare Villa on the Water with a private walkway and entry a 'Win Win', include; custom blinds, ceiling fans, large 2-car gar. with a NEW opener, wash sink, storage, attic space, and the list goes on! You're all set to move in with a bedroom set in place. .. just bring your toothbrush!! This 55+ 24hr guard gated community. .. is the area's Best Kept Secret Beyond Compare. .. Low HOAs include exterior painting, lawn watering, and all recreational maintenance (NO CDDs) Pets Welcome! Spectacular recreation area in a vacation-style setting with Lagoon heated pools, resistance pool, spa, state-of-the-art fitness center, walking trails, water aerobics, ping pong, putting golf green, tennis, bocce & pickle ball courts. Huge clubhouse with arts and crafts, photo club, billiards, library, internet café and many other daily activities, entertaining shows, and many clubs to join. Very close to World Renowned Sugar Sand Beaches, public boat launch, Freedom Boat Club, Tampa Bay City Life & International Airport. So why wait? Come get away from it all at Del Webb SouthShore Falls and Live, Laugh, and Love Life! Room Feature: Linen Closet In Bath (Primary Bedroom).
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #T2582198
Nov 25, 2013
Sold
$162,000
$116/sq ft
Jul 25, 2013
Listed
$168,000
$121/sq ft
Lovely 55+ VILLA with a WATERVIEW! 2 Bedrooms PLUS a DEN! You'll feel like you are on vacation the minute to step into this villa in the gated maintenance-free community of SouthShore Falls. Formal Dining Room, Open Kitchen with Wood Cabinets, SunnyLiving Room with a VIEW; Split Bedroom layout with 2 Bedrooms and 2 Full Baths PLUS a HOME OFFICE/DEN! Cooling tile in the Living Areas. Living Room with a slider to the SCREENED LANAI that offers a WATER VIEW. Master with HUGE walk-in closet and nice sized bath with large shower. Well cared for home is move-in ready with lovely upgrades and NO WAIT to build! This paired Villa offers a private walkway to your front door, BEAUTIFUL setting with a WATER VIEW and landscaped with gorgeous palm trees. Enjoy the care free FLORIDA LIFESTYLE at South Shore Falls! 24/7 Security Guard at the gate greets your guests. State of the Art Clubhouse with game rooms, TWO pools (one with walk-in entry), updated Fitness Center PLUS a full monthly calendar of community activities to choose from. Whether this will be your home or your home away from home- you will be delighted to be here!
Public Records
Jun 18, 2003
Sold
$4,059,600
$2,914/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,720 (−1.5%)
$22,715 + $206,318
$229,033
2024
$4,790 (+159.5%)
$22,715 + $206,318
$229,033
2023
$1,846 (+3.2%)
2022
$1,788 (+1.5%)
2021
$1,761 (+4.7%)
2020
$1,682 (+5.3%)
2019
$1,597 (+1.4%)
2018
$1,575 (+1.7%)
2017
$1,548 (+1.0%)
2016
$1,533 (−1.0%)
2015
$1,549 (+3.5%)
2014
$1,497 (−43.6%)
2013
$2,655 (+8.0%)
$100 + $114,474
$114,574
2012
$2,459
Tax history for 178 Shell Falls Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,720 (−1.5%)
$22,715 + $206,318
$229,033
2024
$4,790 (+159.5%)
$22,715 + $206,318
$229,033
2023
$1,846 (+3.2%)
2022
$1,788 (+1.5%)
2021
$1,761 (+4.7%)
2020
$1,682 (+5.3%)
2019
$1,597 (+1.4%)
2018
$1,575 (+1.7%)
2017
$1,548 (+1.0%)
2016
$1,533 (−1.0%)
2015
$1,549 (+3.5%)
2014
$1,497 (−43.6%)
2013
$2,655 (+8.0%)
$100 + $114,474
$114,574
2012
$2,459
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3,660 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2015
Sq. Ft.
1,393
Year built
2005
Style
Townhouse
County
Hillsborough County
APN
0516270494
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 30, 2026.
PD
Planned Development District
The PD District is intended to be used when unified, large scale, mixed use developments are proposed in areas lacking a predominant urban/suburban development pattern and adjacent land use compatibility is not a significant factor. Broad, general concept plans would be permitted with limited flexibility to accommodate land use changes in response to evolving market conditions.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Dimensions: 20x20
Parking Features: Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Ground Level
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Attached Garage
Has Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Inside, Laundry Closet
Other Rooms Information
Additional Rooms: Den/Library/Office
# of Rooms: 7
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Central, Electric, Zoned
Cooling Information: Central Air, Zoned
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fans(s), High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Solid Surface Counters, Split Bedroom, Thermostat, Walk-in Closet(s), Window Treatments
Accessibility Features: Accessible Approach with Ramp, Accessible Bedroom, Accessible Closets, Accessible Entrance, Accessible Hallway(s), Accessible Central Living Area, Central Living Area, Grip-Accessible Features
Zoning: PD/PD
Land Information
Vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Trees/Landscaped
Total Acreage: 0 to less than 1/4
Lot Information
Lot Features: Flood Insurance Required, Level, Near Public Transit, Sidewalk, Paved, Private
Lot Size Acres: 0.08
Lot Size Dimensions: 38x105
Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Paved
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
Lot Size Square Meters: 340
Building Information
MFR_BuildingAreaTotalSrchSqM: 176.61
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,598.18
Tax Year: 2024
Lease / Rent Details
Lease Restrictions YN: 1
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
Additional Water Information: Beautiful View Facing West for Sunsets! SSF Pond #2 with LED Fountain in Front of Home Facing Northeast, SSF Pond #5 in the back of the Home Facing Southwest.
Location
Multi-Family Financial Information
Total Annual Fees: $4,452
Total Monthly Fees: $371
Multi-Unit Information
Unit Number YN: 0
Furnished: Unfurnished
HOA Information
Association Name: Valerie Fields
Has HOA
MFR_Association2YN: 0
Association Fee Requirement: Required
Association Approval Required Y/N: 1
Monthly HOA Amount: 371.00
Association Amenities: Clubhouse, Fence Restrictions, Fitness Center, Gated, Lobby Key Required, Maintenance, Park, Pickleball Court(s), Pool, Recreation Facilities, Security, Shuffleboard Court, Spa/Hot Tub, Tennis Court(s), Trail(s), Vehicle Restrictions, Wheelchair Access
Association Fee: $371
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Fee Includes: Guard - 24 Hour, Pool, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Private Road, Recreational Facilities
School Information
Elementary School: Apollo Beach-HB
Middle Or Junior High School: Eisenhower-HB
High School: Lennard-HB
Location Information
Directions: US Hwy 41 North or South to Falls Blvd. Turn northwest on Falls Blvd. and proceed to the security station. Once through security, continue northwest on Falls Blvd. to Cascade Falls Ln. Turn South (L) on Cascade Falls Ln. to Shell Falls Dr. Turn east (L) on Shell Falls Dr., 4th unit on the right.
Community Information
Community Features: Association Recreation - Owned, Buyer Approval Required, Clubhouse, Deed Restrictions, Fitness Center, Handicap Modified, Irrigation-Reclaimed Water, Park, Pool, Sidewalks, Tennis Court(s), Wheelchair Access, Street Lights
Senior Community
Pets Allowed: Yes
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,393
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 3,660 square feet
Style: Townhouse
Year Built: 2005
Year Renovated: 2015
County: Hillsborough County
APN: 0516270494
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 30, 2026
Property information provided by Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid when last listed in 2025. This data may not match public records. Learn more.
Listing provided courtesy of: CHARLES RUTENBERG REALTY INC
Listing agent: Amie SamuelHall
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