77 FEET OF SALTWATER CANAL FRONTAGE — YOUR PRIVATE GATEWAY TO TAMPA BAY | Welcome to a beautiful waterfront retreat where coastal living, comfort, and convenience come together in one of Apollo Beach's most sought-after boating locations. Set on a protected saltwater canal with 77 feet of frontage and easy access out to Tampa Bay, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home is a rare find for boaters who want peace of mind without sacrificing lifestyle. And with no HOA and no restrictions, you're free to enjoy this waterfront freedom on your own terms. Inside, a bright, open floor plan welcomes you with natural light, spacious living areas, and effortless indoor-outdoor flow. Tile flooring runs throughout the entire home, creating a cohesive, low-maintenance foundation for the light-filled living and dining spaces, while the well-appointed kitchen opens directly to the main gathering areas—ideal for entertaining or simply enjoying everyday life by the water. This home has been thoughtfully updated over the last six years for lasting peace of mind, including a metal roof, new electrical panels and wiring, hurricane impact windows and sliding doors, and hurricane shutters for added storm protection. An enclosed lanai extends the living space, offering a comfortable spot to take in the Florida breeze year-round. Outside is where this property truly shines. A beautifully landscaped, private waterfront oasis with lush grass and mature palms sets the scene, while a 2-car attached garage plus a covered carport and a second reinforced pad give boaters and RV owners all the space they need. The seawall has been rebuilt and raised above standard height, and the dock has been redone with durable, low-maintenance composite wood—giving you a turnkey launch point for a day on Tampa Bay or a front-row seat to spectacular Florida sunsets. Just minutes from shopping, dining, parks, marinas, and major commuter routes, this home offers the best of both worlds: the calm of protected waterfront living with quick, convenient access to everything Apollo Beach has to offer. Move-in ready and backed by major recent updates, this is a rare opportunity to own a true boater's paradise—homes with this combination of canal frontage, storm-hardened updates, and no HOA don't come around often.
Walk-Up
Single-familyProperty Type
1966Year Built
9,625 sq ftLot Size
$485Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Leisa Mohler-Erickson• COMPASS FLORIDA LLC
Ruskin Tomato Farms, located between U.S. 41 and I-75, is a rural and waterfront Apollo Beach neighborhood with working fields and broad bay breezes. The scene concentrates around the U.S. 41 and College Avenue junction, where produce stands, feed-and-farm supply storefronts, and no-frills diners set a practical, sun-warmed rhythm. Low-slung ranch homes and newer subdivisions share flat, open skies and long views across canals and pastureland. The calendar still nods to agriculture, with seasonal roadside markets shaping daily errands. Waterfront ramps and backroads steer weekends toward fishing, paddling, and long bike loops.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Ceiling fans
Eat-in kitchen
Solid wood cabinets
Stone counters
Double-pane insulated windows
Sliding doors
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
Kitchen
Built-in oven
Range
Dishwasher
Disposal
Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer
Laundry located in garage
Flooring
Carpet
Ceramic tile
Heating & cooling
Central heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Enclosed patio/porch (Florida room)
Vinyl fencing
Mature landscaping
Shed(s)
Home design
Single family residence
One story
Faces northeast
On waterfront with canal/Intracoastal views
Parking
Attached 2-car garage (25 x 22)
Carport with 2 spaces
Driveway
Garage door opener
Off-street parking
RV access/parking and RV carport
Construction
Block and stucco construction
Metal roof
Slab foundation
Built as completed condition
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electricity connected
Cable connected
BB/HS internet available
Sprinkler well
Water connected
Sewer connected
HOA & community
No association fees
No association approval required
Community street lights
Financial info
Lease restrictions apply
Other
Irrigation equipment installed
Property zoned RSC-6
Electricity and solar
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This is an Amazing chance to finally live on the water. You will be able to enjoy boating and fishing right from your backyard. Enjoy being able to step out onto your own private dock on saltwater canal. The home is 3 bed/2 bath with an open kitchen. Curl up in the living room next to your own fireplace during those cool winter nights. Apollo Beach is centrally located to get to everywhere in just a short drive.
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #T2871617
Oct 3, 2017
Relisted
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Sep 21, 2017
Listing Removed
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Sep 1, 2017
Pending
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May 26, 2017
Price Changed
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Mar 23, 2017
Listed
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Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #T2275788
Oct 9, 2007
Listed
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Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #T2237081
Mar 29, 2007
Listed
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Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #T2184685
Jul 26, 2006
Listed
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Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #T2164058
Apr 28, 2006
Listed
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Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #T2117319
Apr 28, 2006
Listing Removed
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Aug 31, 2005
Listed
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Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #T2059373
Aug 6, 2004
Sold
$277,500
$193/sq ft
Jun 11, 2004
Listed
$284,900
$198/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 1, 1992
Sold
$73,500
$51/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$578 (−1.5%)
2024
$587 (+4.3%)
2023
$563 (+19.8%)
2022
$470 (+3.7%)
2021
$453 (+15.0%)
2020
$394 (−89.7%)
2019
$3,838 (+10.5%)
2018
$3,474 (−4.1%)
$116,700 + $75,309
$192,009
2017
$3,624 (+0.5%)
$93,360 + $82,698
$176,058
2016
$3,606 (+5.5%)
$93,360 + $82,698
$176,058
2015
$3,417 (+5.1%)
$93,360 + $66,688
$160,048
2014
$3,250 (+5.1%)
$93,360 + $63,874
$157,234
2013
$3,092 (+11.9%)
$93,360 + $56,895
$150,255
2012
$2,763
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
77 ft.
Lot depth
125 ft.
Lot size
9,625 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1995
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,439
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
1,439
Year built
1966
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hillsborough County
APN
0531920000
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 30, 2026.
Mar 22, 2024 • Final
Residential building trade
Install manual shutters and a panel.
Electrical
Aug 12, 2021 • Final
Residential miscellaneous
Install a new window wall system on an existing concrete base under an existing roof to create a non-habitable glass room.
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Climate risks
9/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
0.93% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
10/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 107° expected this year, 28 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Apollo Beach, FL • 33572
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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61
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57
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Feb
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Apr
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Jul
Aug
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Nov
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Sun exposure
91/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.7 hrs
6.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 485 Flamingo Dr
$680,307
$18K under list price of $699K
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