What can one say? A fabulous Davis Island home & lot. This home is in super move-in condition; perfect for someone wanting to scale down from a huge mansion yet wants elegant, relaxed living on the water. It has one of the best open bay views on the island. Designed by Gene Leedy, noted contemporary architect of the time, for Dr. and Mrs. Rubio’s family. This spectacular waterfront residence on the open bay has been newly renovated & will satisfy even the most discriminating taste. The home is flavored with Mediterranean architectural details. Wrought iron gates surround the entrance to the court yard. Florida sunsets over Hillsborough Bay provide spectacular backdrops for evening entertaining or quiet relaxation. The property has a private 60 foot dock with water and electric for the avid boater. In the distance, the lights of Bayshore Boulevard provide pinpoints of color and the prevailing ambiance is one of balance and serenity with three lushly landscaped courtyards & a feeling of privacy; yet only 5 minutes from downtown Tampa. This home is set back with paved auto court, garages and guest suite. The elongated entries and the various courtyards provide such a romantic ambiance. The U shaped house design allows for views of water and pool and sunsets from most of the rooms. After walking through the long lushly landscaped courtyard the entry with beveled glass doors & flooring with contrasting marble and dark granite inserts invites you into this light & airy home. See Realtor Only Remarks.
Public Records
Apr 15, 2002
Sold
$2,050,000
$241/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 13, 1998
Sold
$1,500,000
$176/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 1, 1987
Sold
$860,000
$101/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 1, 1984
Sold
$340,000
$40/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 1, 1983
Sold
$300,000
$35/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$213,155 (+11.5%)
2024
$191,094 (+9.0%)
2023
$175,366 (+14.7%)
2022
$152,879 (+34.3%)
$3,954,520 + $3,936,246
$7,890,766
2021
$113,821 (+4.6%)
$2,501,234 + $3,248,377
$5,749,611
2020
$108,786 (+0.5%)
$2,501,234 + $2,956,060
$5,457,294
2019
$108,251 (+143.8%)
$2,501,234 + $2,956,060
$5,457,294
2018
$44,398 (+22.0%)
$2,273,849 + $3,130,536
$5,404,385
2017
$36,382 (+2.8%)
2016
$35,388 (−0.6%)
2015
$35,588 (+0.5%)
2014
$35,400 (−0.3%)
2013
$35,516 (+0.7%)
2012
$35,283
Tax history for 78 Martinique Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$213,155 (+11.5%)
2024
$191,094 (+9.0%)
2023
$175,366 (+14.7%)
2022
$152,879 (+34.3%)
$3,954,520 + $3,936,246
$7,890,766
2021
$113,821 (+4.6%)
$2,501,234 + $3,248,377
$5,749,611
2020
$108,786 (+0.5%)
$2,501,234 + $2,956,060
$5,457,294
2019
$108,251 (+143.8%)
$2,501,234 + $2,956,060
$5,457,294
2018
$44,398 (+22.0%)
$2,273,849 + $3,130,536
$5,404,385
2017
$36,382 (+2.8%)
2016
$35,388 (−0.6%)
2015
$35,588 (+0.5%)
2014
$35,400 (−0.3%)
2013
$35,516 (+0.7%)
2012
$35,283
*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
7
Baths
8
Stories
2
Lot width
91 ft.
Lot depth
200 ft.
Lot size
0.42 Acres
Year renovated
2021
Sq. Ft.
8,514
Year built
2018
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hillsborough County
APN
1693430000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 31, 2026.
RS-75
Residential Single-Family District
This district provides areas for primarily low density single-family detached dwellings similar to those provided for in the RS-150 and RS-100 residential single-family districts, but with smaller minimum lot size requirements.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Day care facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Public service
Golf related
Apr 5, 2021 • Final
Residential new construction and additions (1 and 2 family)
Remove and replace a pool house.
Demolition
Aug 13, 2019 • Final
Residential utility application
Construct a custom single-family home.
New construction
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.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Rear, Garage Faces Side, Guest, On Street, Parking Pad
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Attached Garage
Has Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 7
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 7
# of Half Baths (Total): 1
Other Rooms Information
# of Rooms: 4
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Gas, Living Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Central
Cooling Information: Central Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: Built-in Features, Crown Molding, High Ceilings, Wet Bar, Window Treatments
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Gas Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Trash Compactor, Washer, Wine Refrigerator
Flooring: Tile, Wood
Building Elevator YN: 0
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Block
Roof: Tile
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Patio, Porch