Make this three bedroom, one bathroom waterfront home your weekend getaway or primary residence. Located just 2 miles from the Cockroach Bay boat ramp that will lead you to some of the best fishing in the Tampa Bay area. The creek adjacent to the backyard leads out the Little Manatee River and is large enough for a canoe, kayak or small johnboat. The fenced backyard includes a large covered entertaining area for you to enjoy living the outdoor waterfront lifestyle. This home has great potential. The utility shed is perfect for storing fishing equipment or tools. Currently rented and BRINGS IN GOOD MONEY AND IS A WONDERFUL INVESTMENT!!!
Single-familyProperty Type
1978Year Built
9,240 sq ftLot Size
$294Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by David Lovitch• KELLER WILLIAMS SOUTH SHORE
Contact: 813-641-8300
Bought with Henry Howard• GREEN REAL ESTATE SERVICES
Short Sale. Make this waterfront home your weekend getaway fishing camp or owner occupied property. The home is 2 Miles from the Cockroach Bay boat ramp that will lead you to some of the best flats fishing in the Tampa Bay area. The creek in the backyard leads out the Little Manatee River to Tampa Bay. The creek is large enough for a canoe or smaller john boat. The fenced in backyard has a huge covered entertaining area for you to cook your catch of the day. This home has great potential. This is NOT a short sale!! The seller is ready to close when you are. This property qualifies for 100% USDA financing.
Public Records
May 2, 2005
Sold
$85,000
$100/sq ft
Public Records
May 1, 1993
Sold
$54,500
$64/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 1, 1985
Sold
$42,000
$49/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,168 (+8.4%)
2024
$1,078 (+4.9%)
2023
$1,028 (+10.1%)
2022
$934 (−0.2%)
2021
$936 (+7.3%)
2020
$872 (+7.0%)
2019
$815 (+0.2%)
2018
$814 (+0.8%)
2017
$807 (+1.1%)
2016
$798 (−35.1%)
2015
$1,229 (+0.3%)
$11,025 + $39,182
$50,207
2014
$1,225 (+3.1%)
$11,025 + $39,558
$50,583
2013
$1,188 (+16.9%)
$11,025 + $36,680
$47,705
2012
$1,016
Tax history for 1017 Willis Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,168 (+8.4%)
2024
$1,078 (+4.9%)
2023
$1,028 (+10.1%)
2022
$934 (−0.2%)
2021
$936 (+7.3%)
2020
$872 (+7.0%)
2019
$815 (+0.2%)
2018
$814 (+0.8%)
2017
$807 (+1.1%)
2016
$798 (−35.1%)
2015
$1,229 (+0.3%)
$11,025 + $39,182
$50,207
2014
$1,225 (+3.1%)
$11,025 + $39,558
$50,583
2013
$1,188 (+16.9%)
$11,025 + $36,680
$47,705
2012
$1,016
*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
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
60 ft.
Lot depth
154 ft.
Lot size
9,240 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2001
Sq. Ft.
854
Year built
1978
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hillsborough County
APN
0320400000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 30, 2026.
RSC-6
Residential, Single-Family Conventional District
The purpose of this district is to provide the opportunity for 7,000 sq ft or larger lot single-family conventional development in a suburban living environment in conformance with the provisions of the Comprehensive Plan.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Educational / school
Library
Recreation
Park & open space
Oct 17, 2025 • Final
Residential building alterations (renovations)
Remove and replace kitchen cabinets, counters, bathroom tub, wall tile, and vanity. Replace interior and exterior doors, trim, and drywall. Paint the interior of the house.
Bathroom
Kitchen
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.
Waterfront Features: Canal - Saltwater, River Front
Water Body Name: LITTLE MANATEE RIVER
Water View Y/N: 1
Water View Description: Canal,River
Water Access Y/N: 1
Water Access Description: Canal - Saltwater,Gulf/Ocean to Bay,River
Water Extras Y/N: 0
Property Information
CDD Y/N: 0
Homestead Y/N: 0
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Shed(s), Storage
Zoning: RSC-6
Land Information
Vegetation: Fruit Trees, Trees/Landscaped
Total Acreage: 0 to less than 1/4
Lot Information
Lot Features: Conservation Area, FloodZone, In County, Paved
Lot Size Acres: 0.21
Building Information
MFR_BuildingAreaTotalSrchSqM: 79.34
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,226
Tax Year: 2014
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Electricity Connected
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee Requirement: None
Association Amenities: Private Boat Ramp, Storage
School Information
Elementary School: Ruskin-HB
Middle Or Junior High School: Shields-HB
High School: Lennard-HB
Location Information
Directions: I-75 S Towards Naples, take exit 240B toward Ruskin, merge onto College Ave E, turn left onto Tamiami Trl, turn right onto Gulf City Rd, stay straight to go onto Canal St., turn right onto Willis Rd
Community Information
Community Features: Boat Ramp, Water Access
Pets Allowed: Yes
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 854
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 9,240 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1978
Year Renovated: 2001
County: Hillsborough County
APN: 0320400000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 30, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Third Party YN: 1
Listing Information
Attribution Contact: 813-641-8300
Backups Requested YN: 1
Home Warranty YN: No
Listing Date Information
Days to Contract: 287
Status Contractual Search Date: 2015-09-30
Listing Price Information
Calculated List Price By Calculated Sq Ft: 139.23
Home Information
Living Area: 854
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Public Records
Living Area Meters: 79.34
Building Area Total: 854
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Public Records
Foundation Details: Slab
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
Ruskin Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 3.2mi
4/10
Shields Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 7.4mi
2/10
Lennard High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.8mi
3/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
9/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.62% 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
10/10 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
Ruskin, FL • 33570
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
June and 6.3 hours in December, placing it above the
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Estimated sale price
$239,000 – $289,000
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