A RARE FIND on Florida's Nature Coast! 1578 Indian Bay Road is nestled between the charming coastal communities of Aripeka and Hernando Beach - two truly unique destinations on Florida's Nature Coast. Aripeka, a 120-acre angler's paradise with a rich history and State Historic Site designation, has even welcomed a few famous visitors over the years, including Babe Ruth and Jack Dempsey. Just down the road, Hernando Beach offers a one-of-a-kind, canal-driven waterfront lifestyle - with one small catch: there's no actual beach! So, what makes this area SO SPECIAL? How often can you look up at the night sky and actually SEE THE STARS, then be just 10 minutes from shopping, 15 minutes from seeing REAL-LIFE MERMAIDS, 20 minutes from beautiful white-sand beaches, and under 30 minutes from freshly crafted beer or spirits? Add in BEAUTIFUL SUNSETS, SECLUSION, and CONVENIENCE, and you have a truly special place to call home. And then there's this EXTRAORDINARY GEM. .. Built in 1979 and thoughtfully modernized in 2025, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers an open-concept floor plan filled with natural light, plus an office/den - IF you can find it! (Wink, wink. ) That's right. .. there's a HIDDEN ROOM! Inside, you'll find luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout the main living areas and ceramic tile in the bathrooms, ceiling fans in the bedrooms and living and dining rooms, solid wood cabinetry, and granite countertops. And 2025 brought A LOT of NEW! Updates include the water heater, HVAC, septic pump with alarm, garage door, all plumbing above the slab, kitchen appliances, electrical breakers, all doors, nearly every window, and fresh interior and exterior paint. Whew! That's a LOT of NEW! The screened-in back patio runs the full length of the home and overlooks a fenced backyard with mature landscaping, offering privacy and a shady retreat from the Florida sunshine. And speaking of water. .. the home is located directly across the street from the canal and just down the road from the community boat ramp. The surrounding grass flats, tidal inlets, and marshes are prime spots to cast a line for trophy redfish, snook, and spotted seatrout. Beautiful, secluded, updated, and still so close to everything - this is the rare Nature Coast gem you've been waiting for!
Single-familyProperty Type
1979Year Built
0.55 acresLot Size
$264Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Marie Betlow, LLC• CENTURY 21 LIST WITH BEGGINS
Active under Contract-accepting backup offers. Come see this Fully Updated 3/2 Aripeka/Hernando Beach area concrete block home on fenced double lot-over 1/2 acre- with 2 car garage. This property sits directly across from the water and has terrific sunset views. Direct access to Gulf is deeded into property with boat ramp just down the street. This home looks brand new-kitchen features wooden cabinets with roll out drawers and granite counters, a microwave/convection oven as well as a second built in wall oven. There is dining space in the kitchen and a dining room. The large living area leads to the bedrooms and totally updated bathrooms with marble countertops. All new flooring is luxury plank vinyl with new carpet in the bedrooms. All interior windows and doors have been replaced. Windows tilt out for cleaning and are made by American Craftsman. There is also a covered and enclosed lanai running the length of the home that overlooks the wooded back yard which backs up to AG acreage and provides additional living area. There are no deed restrictions and no HOA's. Flood zone is AE. This could be a great primary, 2nd home or investment property as the Gulf is accessible via kayak, canoe or boat just a quick walk away. The AC is approx. 1 year old and electric bills run under $100. The AC has main filter in garage with no other filters necessary to replace within the home. The roof is approx. 5 years of age. Septic, drainfield and lift station were replaced in 2016. Aripeka is a quiet beautiful nature filled community but still close to shopping. The restaurants of Hernando Beach are less than 3 miles-you could ride your bike! Finding a home in Aripeka is rare-you must see this new listing. It will be worth your time!
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #U8157540
Jun 1, 2022
Sold
$383,000
$238/sq ft
Apr 14, 2022
Pending
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Apr 4, 2022
Listed
$383,000
$238/sq ft
BACK UP offers accepted. Active under Contract. Come see this Fully Updated 3/2 Aripeka/Hernando Beach area concrete block home on fenced double lot-over 1/2 acre- with 2 car garage. This property sits directly across from the water and has terrific sunset views. Direct access to Gulf is deeded into property with boat ramp just down the street. This home looks brand new-kitchen features wooden cabinets with roll out drawers and granite counters, a microwave/convection oven as well as a second built in wall oven. There is dining space in the kitchen and a dining room. The large living area leads to the bedrooms and totally updated bathrooms with marble countertops. All new flooring is luxury plank vinyl with new carpet in the bedrooms. All interior windows and doors have been replaced. Windows tilt out for cleaning and are made by American Craftsman. There is also a covered and enclosed lanai running the length of the home that overlooks the wooded back yard which backs up to AG acreage and provides additional living area. There are no deed restrictions and no HOA's. Flood zone is AE. This could be a great primary, 2nd home or investment property as the Gulf is accessible via kayak, canoe or boat just a quick walk away. The AC is approx. 1 year old and electric bills run under $100. The AC has main filter in garage with no other filters necessary to replace within the home. The roof is approx. 5 years of age. Septic, drainfield and lift station were replaced in 2016. Aripeka is a quiet beautiful nature filled community but still close to shopping. The restaurants of Hernando Beach are less than 3 miles-you could ride your bike! Finding a home in Aripeka is rare-you must see this new listing. It will be worth your time!
St. Augustine and St. Johns County Board of REALTORS® #HC2223555
Jun 1, 2022
Sold
$383,000
$238/sq ft
Apr 4, 2022
Listed
$383,000
$238/sq ft
HCAR #2187471
Jan 18, 2018
Sold
$124,900
$78/sq ft
Oct 16, 2017
Listed
$124,900
$78/sq ft
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #T2909305
Jan 18, 2018
Sold
$124,900
$78/sq ft
Oct 16, 2017
Listed
$124,900
$78/sq ft
St. Augustine and St. Johns County Board of REALTORS® #HC2187471
Jan 18, 2018
Sold
$124,900
$78/sq ft
Oct 16, 2017
Listed
$124,900
$78/sq ft
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #T2882044
Oct 16, 2017
Listing Removed
—
HCAR #2169591
Jul 11, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Mar 31, 2016
Listed
$139,900
$87/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 14, 1996
Sold
$79,000
$49/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 1, 1985
Sold
$70,000
$44/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,789 (−5.8%)
$93,240 + $249,429
$342,669
2024
$5,086 (−9.5%)
$93,240 + $249,429
$342,669
2023
$5,620 (+120.8%)
$93,240 + $257,375
$350,615
2022
$2,546 (−0.5%)
2021
$2,558 (+7.1%)
2020
$2,388 (−0.2%)
2019
$2,393 (−17.0%)
$62,496 + $110,941
$173,437
2018
$2,881 (+9.5%)
$73,584 + $93,304
$166,888
2017
$2,632 (+10.4%)
$73,584 + $82,335
$155,919
2016
$2,384 (+0.9%)
$58,968 + $72,147
$131,115
2015
$2,363 (+3.4%)
$58,968 + $68,077
$127,045
2014
$2,285
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.58 Acres
Year renovated
2008
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,608
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,608
Year built
1979
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hernando County
APN
R25 223 16 2615 0000 0050
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
R1A
Residential District
This district is designed primarily to permit the continued development of established residential areas which include a mixture of conventional single-family dwellings and mobile homes and is, therefore, not intended to be utilized extensively for future development.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Mobile home park
Climate risks
10/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
5/10 Fire Factor
3% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
10/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 110° expected this year, 23 days in 30 years
10/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Spring Hill, FL • 34607
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Sun exposure
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Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 1578 Indian Bay Rd
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