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
$76Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by GREG Klesius• GULF COAST FISHING HOMES RLTY
Contact: 813-394-4356
Bought with GREG Klesius• GULF COAST FISHING HOMES RLTY
Est. $2,830 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 3016 Sunset Vista Dr
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #W7887051
Oct 1, 2026
Sold
$275,000
$76/sq ft
Aug 27, 2026
Pending
—
Aug 17, 2026
Price Changed
$290,000
$80/sq ft
Jul 14, 2026
Relisted
—
Jul 9, 2026
Contingent
—
Jun 25, 2026
Listed
$300,000
$83/sq ft
HCAR #2126778
Nov 11, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Apr 28, 2011
Listed
$199,000
$55/sq ft
HCAR #2119178
Nov 11, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Jun 22, 2010
Listed
$259,000
$71/sq ft
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #H2204291
May 22, 2018
Sold
$330,000
$91/sq ft
Nov 18, 2017
Listed
$349,900
$96/sq ft
HCAR #2185217
May 22, 2018
Sold
$330,000
$91/sq ft
Jul 12, 2017
Listed
$349,900
$96/sq ft
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
—
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
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
10,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1980
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 Oct 22, 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.
Water View Description: Bay/Harbor - Full,Canal,Gulf/Ocean - Full,Gulf/Ocean to Bay
Water Access Y/N: 1
Water Access Description: Canal - Saltwater,Gulf/Ocean
Water Extras Y/N: 1
Water Extras Description: Bridges - No Fixed Bridges,Seawall - Concrete
Property Information
CDD Y/N: 0
Homestead Y/N: 0
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Zoning: RES
Land Information
Total Acreage: 0 to less than 1/4
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.23
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Lot Size Square Meters: 929
Building Information
MFR_BuildingAreaTotalSrchSqM: 405.80
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,950
Tax Year: 2025
Lease / Rent Details
Lease Restrictions YN: 0
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Electricity Available
Additional Water Information: 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 restriction
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Unit Number YN: 0
Furnished: Unfurnished
HOA Information
MFR_Association2YN: 0
Association Approval Required Y/N: 0
Location Information
Directions: US Highway 19 to Aripeka Rd/County Hwy-595 to Turn left onto Sunset Vista Dr
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,980
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 10,000 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1955
Year Renovated: 1980
County: Hernando County
APN: R35 223 16 2090 0000 0080
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 22, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Third Party YN: 1
Listing Information
Attribution Contact: 813-394-4356
Previous Status: Pending
Backups Requested YN: 0
Listing Date Information
Days to Contract: 62
BOM Date: 2026-07-14T00:00:00.000
Status Contractual Search Date: 2026-10-01
Listing Price Information
Calculated List Price By Calculated Sq Ft: 79.76
Green Information
Green Verification Count: 0
Direction Faces: North
Home Information
Living Area: 3636
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Public Records
Living Area Meters: 337.80
Building Area Total: 4368
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Public Records
Foundation Details: Crawlspace, Slab
Levels: Two
Around this home
Schools
Westside Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.9mi
4/10
Fox Chapel Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 8.2mi
4/10
Weeki Wachee High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 13.4mi
4/10
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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 ranks in the top 29% for direct sun exposure in Spring Hill. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.7 hrs
7 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$335,000 – $406,000
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