Investor Special – Gulf Views, Direct Gulf Access & Unlimited Potential in Aripeka! This is a rare opportunity for investors, builders, developers, or visionaries looking to capitalize on one of Florida's hidden waterfront gems. This 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom two-story home sustained flooding damage during Hurricane Helene and is being offered as a true blank canvas. Whether you choose to renovate, elevate, redesign, or build an entirely new waterfront masterpiece, the possibilities are endless. Positioned on a premium waterfront homesite, the property offers breathtaking unobstructed Gulf views and overlooks an undeveloped island across the canal, creating a spectacular backdrop of open water, marshlands, wildlife, and unforgettable sunsets. Opportunities to secure a lot with views like this are becoming increasingly rare along Florida's Gulf Coast. Boaters will appreciate the property's exceptional location on the main Aripeka channel with 100 feet of concrete seawall frontage. This deep-water saltwater canal provides direct access to the Gulf of Mexico with no fixed bridges and no tidal restrictions, making it ideal for larger vessels, fishing boats, sailboats, and waterfront enthusiasts. Spend your days chasing redfish, snook, trout, tarpon, and snapper, or simply relax while dolphins and manatees glide past your backyard. The investment potential extends far beyond the waterfront lifestyle. Located in Hernando County, this property is situated in an area that allows nightly short-term rentals, creating an exceptional opportunity for a vacation rental, fishing lodge, waterfront retreat, or luxury coastal getaway. With no HOA restrictions, owners enjoy the flexibility to use the property as they choose. Hernando County also allows boats, RVs, and trailers to be parked on-site, providing additional appeal for vacation renters and outdoor enthusiasts. The current homeowner has already worked with Hernando County to establish a new building appraisal value, creating a pathway for rebuilding under the county's 50/50 rule. Buyers should complete all desired due diligence to determine the best use for this unique property. Nestled along Florida's Nature Coast, Aripeka is one of the state's last authentic "Old Florida" fishing villages. Surrounded by pristine marshes, protected coastal habitat, and some of the best inshore fishing on the Gulf Coast, Aripeka offers a peaceful waterfront lifestyle that feels worlds away from crowded tourist destinations. Yet it remains within easy boating distance of popular destinations including Hernando Beach Flats, the Weeki Wachee River, Homosassa, Crystal River, and the famous Anclote Key Sandbar. Whether you're searching for your next waterfront investment project, a future luxury coastal estate, or a high-income vacation rental opportunity, this property offers something increasingly difficult to find: direct Gulf access, incredible views, short-term rental potential, no HOA, and a premier waterfront location with unlimited upside. Being sold As-Is, Where-Is, and How-Is. Seller retains rights to any insurance proceeds or other payments related to prior damage. Buyers are responsible for verifying all information and conducting their own inspections and due diligence.
Single-familyProperty Type
1955Year Built
10,000 sq ftLot Size
$80Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by GREG Klesius• GULF COAST FISHING HOMES RLTY
St. Augustine and St. Johns County Board of REALTORS® #HC2185217
May 22, 2018
Sold
$330,000
$91/sq ft
Jul 12, 2017
Listed
$349,900
$96/sq ft
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #U7583473
Sep 2, 2013
Listing Removed
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HCAR #2130921
Jan 26, 2012
Sold
$195,000
$54/sq ft
Nov 7, 2011
Listed
$199,000
$55/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 18, 2004
Sold
$250,000
$69/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 11, 1998
Sold
$118,000
$32/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,950 (−55.0%)
2024
$6,554 (+4.2%)
2023
$6,291 (+11.2%)
2022
$5,658 (+12.8%)
2021
$5,015 (+14.3%)
2020
$4,388
$103,160 + $181,743
$284,903
2019
$4,384 (+101.1%)
$97,660 + $153,400
$251,060
2018
$2,180 (+2.0%)
2017
$2,138 (+7.4%)
2016
$1,991 (−1.3%)
2015
$2,018 (+1.7%)
2014
$1,984
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
5
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
10,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1980
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,980
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
2,980
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hernando County
APN
R35 223 16 2090 0000 0080
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
R1B
Residential District
This district is designed to protect medium-density, single-family development and is intended to be the district most utilized for regulating single-family development located within, or adjacent to, urbanizing areas within the county.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Climate risks
10/10 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 110° expected this year, 23 days in 30 years
10/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Spring Hill, FL • 34607
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Sun exposure
96/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in the zip code. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 3016 Sunset Vista Dr
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $314,000 and $360,000.
Nearby comparable homes
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