PRICE REDUCTION! Where Luxury Meets Lifestyle Some homes are simply beautiful, and then there are gathering places. An exceptional executive estate tucked away on more than two private acres in one of Tarpon Springs’ most sought-after custom home communities. Completely transformed since 2023, this home blends timeless architecture with sophisticated modern design. From the moment you walk through the front door, soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, and an expansive open floor plan create an immediate sense of warmth and elegance. At the heart of the home is a spectacular chef’s kitchen designed to be both functional and unforgettable. Marble countertops, custom cabinetry reaching 10½-foot ceilings with illuminated display lighting, premium stainless steel appliances, an 8-burner gas range, chef’s double ovens, built-in beverage refrigerator, oversized prep island, and an expansive gathering island create a space where family and friends naturally come together. Walls were thoughtfully removed to create seamless flow between the kitchen, dining, and living spaces. Pocket sliding glass doors disappear into the walls, connecting the interior to the screened lanai and creating true Florida indoor-outdoor living. Whether entertaining a crowd or enjoying a quiet evening at home, every space has been intentionally designed to bring people together. The flexible floor plan offers six bedrooms and five bathrooms, including an expansive owner’s retreat, a private guest suite on the opposite side of the home, and three additional bedrooms with two full bathrooms upstairs. A spacious game room provides endless possibilities as a media room, billiards room, playroom, or home gym. Step outside and discover your own private retreat. Relax beside the pool and spa, gather around the custom fire pit beneath the stars, or simply enjoy peaceful mornings overlooking protected conservation. Extensive professional landscaping surrounds the home, while banana, avocado, orange, tangerine, and pineapple plants offer the charm of your own Florida orchard. Luxury extends beyond what you can see. Since 2023, the home has been thoughtfully upgraded with new luxury flooring throughout the main level, new upstairs carpeting, fresh interior and exterior paint, designer lighting, a new electric fireplace, custom roller shades, new lanai screening, updated irrigation, permanent programmable architectural LED exterior lighting, new main level AC in 2026, new water heater, new pool pump, new irrigation pump, an updated security system with new alarm panel, Google Nest doorbell, and exterior cameras providing comprehensive coverage of every entrance. An oversized circular driveway welcomes guests with ease while the spacious three-car garage provides ample room for vehicles, storage, and hobbies. Set within an exclusive executive neighborhood where every residence is unique, this exceptional property offers privacy, luxury, and convenience just minutes from Gulf beaches, marinas, golf, dining, shopping, and the historic charm of Tarpon Springs. Some homes impress you. This one invites you to stay.
Welcome to the Estates of Riverside, a luxurious executive like neighborhood with acreage, mature trees and views of the Anclote River. This 5 bedroom 5 bathroom, plus a den/office home has something for everyone. Entering the home through beautiful French doors one will find a cozy sitting area, dining room with views of the pool and a den/office with double doors and a closet. The expansive master bedroom is on the first floor with sliders onto the pool deck and a giant bathroom with soaking tub, walk in shower, and his/hers vanity's. This is a perfect retreat from other areas of the house. Plan on entertaining with a big open kitchen, huge living room and pocket sliders to the pool and hot tub. The pool deck is screened and has great views of the property where one can see all the native deer, birds and other wildlife Florida has to offer. The living room has a gas fireplace, built in mantel and both rooms have great poolside views. Upstairs you will find 3 bedrooms and two bathrooms. Bring all the toys for the 3 car garage and oversized 2.3 acre lot. Located in northern Pinellas County this property is a short drive to everything. Tarpon Springs is a historic coastal town founded in 1887. Over the years Tarpon Springs has experienced a strong rebirth and has been blessed with strong redevelopment efforts which has led to a diversity of goods and services for all to enjoy! Walk the breweries, boutiques, eateries or enjoy all the green space preserved by previous generations. Come take a look! ROOF & HVAC are 2019. Seller is offering an appliance credit.
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #U8042133
Dec 13, 2019
Sold
$624,900
$171/sq ft
Nov 20, 2019
Pending
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Sep 26, 2019
Price Changed
$644,900
$176/sq ft
Jun 14, 2019
Price Changed
$649,900
$178/sq ft
Apr 16, 2019
Listed
$658,900
$180/sq ft
Move-in ready! Riverside is an amazing exclusive neighborhood located along Salt Lake w/ access to Anclote River/Gulf. The neighborhood homes have very large lots with plenty of room to breathe. This home has a NEW roof, NEW deep well, NEW pool pump, NEW re-surfaced pool deck, NEW exterior paint & front yard sod. Home has a lovely white kitchen with beautiful granite & double ovens. The kitchen opens up to the family room w/ Bose sound system and bonus/game room w/ large storage closet under stairs. Lots of space for entertaining your family & friends. Bedroom #2 is located downstairs across from a full bathroom, the perfect location for a guest or in-law suite. Upstairs has a fabulous family bedroom setup with three bedrooms and two baths. Enjoy wildlife-watching off the upstairs screened balcony that overlooks a wooded conservation area. Home has warm wood floors, neutral tile, carpet, white bathrooms and soaring ceilings. You will enjoy spending hot days by the pebble tech finished pool and cool evenings in the heated spa or by the gas fireplace. Home is in a flood zone but strategically built so it has a flood elevation that benefits from lower rates. Current flood policy is only $578 a year! Riverside is close to shopping, churches, US 19, airports, beaches, & top-rated schools. Your family will enjoy the tranquility and peaceful setting of this custom home.
Public Records
Apr 11, 2000
Sold
$95,500
$26/sq ft
Public Records
May 27, 1994
Sold
$85,000
$23/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 16, 1988
Sold
$75,000
$20/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,797 (+5.4%)
2024
$14,035 (+78.8%)
$220,806 + $609,160
$829,966
2023
$7,851 (+2.6%)
2022
$7,649 (−1.4%)
2021
$7,756 (+0.1%)
2020
$7,746 (+9.3%)
2019
$7,085 (+1.2%)
2018
$6,998 (+0.7%)
2017
$6,948 (+0.7%)
2016
$6,898 (−1.5%)
2015
$7,003 (−1.7%)
2014
$7,126 (+1.6%)
2013
$7,014 (−6.1%)
2012
$7,471
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
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Baths
6
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
2.3 Acres
Year renovated
2005
Finished Sq. Ft.
3,660
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
3,660
Year built
2001
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Pinellas County
APN
162705758000000290
Parking Spaces
—
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 Aug 13, 2026.
RPD
Residential Planned Development District
The RPD, Residential Planned Development District is intended to provide for a wide variety of housing types and densities while permitting some complementing non-residential, neighborhood-oriented uses. The RPD district requires that the district be master planned as a creative, walkable and context-sensitive community that responds to the surrounding land use pattern and preserves unique natural features. The RPD district requires a development master plan and allows the applicant to establish the permitted uses and associated development standards that will be applied therein.; The RPD, residential planned development district, allows a variety of housing options to accommodate multi-generational communities with a range of residential building forms and housing sizes.; The intent of this district is to encourage use of imaginative design, to avoid monotonous repetition of pattern, to provide adequate open space and to permit flexibility of site design. The development parameters including building height, lot sizes, and setbacks shall be established for each RPD district.;The RPD district is intended to promote the health and well-being of residents by including facility-based and resource-based open space that encourages physical activity, promotes pedestrian activity, provides access to alternative transportation choices, and fosters greater social interaction.; The RPD district is intended to provide for flexible mixed-use developments at a scale that serves one or more neighborhoods in appropriate locations that have adequate infrastructure, transportation access, and market demand, consistent with the vision articulated within the Pinellas County Comprehensive Plan.; The RPD district is intended to encourage walkable, mixed use neighborhood centers within the community that provide greater opportunity for pedestrian activity, bicycle uses, resulting in reduced parking demand, and establish a sense of place. These centers should include community uses, recreation opportunities, and appropriate commercial services.; The RPD district should also achieve compatibility with surrounding neighborhoods by avoiding commercial intrusion and associated impacts into established neighborhoods.; RPDs with approved master plans prior to Oct. 23, 2018, shall continue to conform to regulations in place at the time of approval. Changes to approved master plans shall conform to current adopted standards.; Communities within the RPD district are developed and redeveloped pursuant to an approved development master plan pursuant to chapter 138, article II, division 11.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Greenhouse / nursery
General retail
Restaurant
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Hotel / motel
Mixed use
Office
Jun 10, 2026 • Active
Express building
Remove and replace a propane water heater.
Plumbing
Water heater
Aug 28, 2025 • Final
Residential remodel/repair/renovation
Perform a kitchen replacement including building, electrical, and plumbing work. A notice of commencement is required on site.
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.
Climate risks
7/10 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
6 days above 108° expected this year, 24 days in 30 years
10/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Tarpon Springs, FL • 34688
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Sun exposure
95/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Tarpon Springs. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.9 hrs
7.3 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 1079 Riverside Ridge Rd
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