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4521 Oleander Way

Largo, FL 33771

4521 Oleander Way

Largo, FL 33771

$342,000List Price

MLS# U8429311

โœ“ Unlocked
๐Ÿ›3bed
๐Ÿšฟ2bath
๐Ÿ“1,842sqft
๐Ÿ—Built1994
๐ŸŒฟ7,200sqft lot
๐Ÿข1story

Report Generated

Today

Parcel ID

23-30-15-62158-001-0040

Land Use

Single Family

Evac Zone E
B

HouseFax Score: 74/100

Good โ€” minor concerns worth noting

Show breakdown โ–ผ

Title Health22/30 pts

Warranty deed chain. One quitclaim deed flagged but explainable.

Permit Compliance18/25 pts

4 permits โ€” 3 closed, 1 open bathroom permit from 2020.

Market Value16/20 pts

Market value 38% above last sale. Assessed below market.

Crime & Safety12/15 pts

Low violent crime. Moderate property crime in ZIP 33771.

Climate Risk6/10 pts

Zone X โ€” minimal flood risk. Wind exposure: moderate.

๐ŸคListed by Jane Hartwell ยท Coastal Realty Group

About This Property

Charming 3-bed/2-bath single family home in the Oleander Estates subdivision. Updated kitchen with stainless appliances, screened lanai, and a fenced backyard with mature landscaping. Roof replaced in 2023; HVAC in 2021. Walking distance to Highland Park. No flood zone (Zone X). Minutes from Clearwater Beach and Largo Mall.

1

Property Overview

Bedrooms

3

Bathrooms

2

Sq Ft

1,842

Year Built

1994

Stories

1

Lot Size (sqft)

7,200

Zoning

R-3

Property Type

Single Family

Garage

2-car attached

Subdivision

Oleander Estates

Property Use

Residential

Evac Zone

E

Waterfront

No

Tax District

Largo

Homestead Cap

Yes

Assessed Value

$241,300

Just / Market Value

$342,000

Last Sale

$247,500

Mar 2019

Tax (No Exemptions)

$3,412

Improvement Value $198,000
Land Value $144,000
2

Development Potential

R-3Medium Density ResidentialModerate Potential

Max Units (This Lot)

2

Max Height

35 ft

Max Buildable Area

3,600 sqft

Max FAR

0.5

โœ“ ADU EligibleNot SubdividableUp to 1 additional unit possible

Allowed Uses

โœ“ Single Familyโœ“ Duplexโœ“ Townhouseโœ“ Accessory Dwelling Unit

Restrictions

No commercial useMin 25 ft front setbackMax 50% lot coverage
ADU: Lot exceeds 5,000 sqft minimum. Detached ADU up to 750 sqft permitted with city approval. Adds 12โ€“18% to property value in this submarket.

Investor Insight

R-3 zoning permits adding a duplex unit or detached ADU on this lot. Strong rental demand near Clearwater Beach makes a 2-unit configuration financially attractive. Verify setbacks with Largo Planning before design.

3

Construction Details

BldgTypeYearGross SqftHeated SqftQuality
1Single Family19942,3101,842Average
Foundation: Slab
Floor System: Concrete
Exterior Walls: CBS (Concrete Block)
Stories: 1
Living Units: 1
4

Ownership

OwnerJohnson, Michael R
Owner 2Johnson, Sarah L
Ownership TypeIndividual
Mailing Address4521 Oleander Way, Largo FL 33771
HomesteadYes
Absentee OwnerNo
Corporate OwnershipNo
Owned SinceMar 2019 (6 years)
5

Title Records

Needs Review
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NEEDS REVIEW

A quitclaim deed was recorded in 2017 between the previous owners. Quitclaim deeds carry no title warranty and may indicate estate planning, divorce, or unreported issues. A full title search and title insurance are strongly recommended.

Open Mortgages

0

Open Liens

1

Total Documents

7

Warranty DeedMar 2019

Smith, David R & Linda K Smith โ†’ Johnson, Michael R & Sarah L Johnson

OR BK 20451 PG 0823

Quitclaim DeedAug 2017

Smith, David R โ†’ Smith, David R & Linda K Smith

OR BK 19842 PG 1156

Likely spousal interest transfer โ€” $0 consideration. No warranty of title.

Warranty DeedJun 2012

Garcia, Maria L โ†’ Smith, David R

OR BK 17283 PG 0441

HOA LienDec 2022

Oleander Estates HOA โ†’ Johnson, Michael R

OR BK 22104 PG 1987

$1,240 outstanding โ€” unpaid HOA assessments. Must be resolved before closing.

Deed records sourced from Pinellas County Property Appraiser official records.

6

Tax Certificate Lien

โœ“No tax certificate liens on record.
7

Sales History

3 sales on record

CLEAN DEED CHAIN 3 deed records analyzed

  • โœ“ No quitclaim deeds in primary chain
  • โœ“ All sales are arm's-length, qualified
  • โœ“ No foreclosure history detected
Mar 2019Qualified SaleWarranty Deed
$247,500

Smith, David R & Linda K Smith โ†’ Johnson, Michael R & Sarah L Johnson

OR BK 20451 PG 0823

Jun 2012Qualified SaleWarranty Deed
$178,000

Garcia, Maria L โ†’ Smith, David R

OR BK 17283 PG 0441

Sep 2004Qualified SaleWarranty Deed
$142,900

First Home Builders LLC โ†’ Garcia, Maria L

OR BK 14521 PG 0228

Property has traded 3 times since 2004. Average hold period: 7.5 years. Total appreciation since original sale: +140%.

8

Permit History

1 Open Permit

Roof Replacement - Asphalt Shingle

2023 ยท BLD-2023-08712

Closed$14,200

HVAC System Replacement - 3-Ton

2021 ยท MEC-2021-14331

Closed$8,900

Bathroom Remodel - Master

2020 ยท BLD-2020-05641

Open$6,500

Electrical Panel Upgrade - 200A

2019 ยท ELC-2019-11023

Closed$3,100

Open Permit Warning: Bathroom remodel permit (BLD-2020-05641) from 2020 has no recorded final inspection. Buyer should request proof of final sign-off or negotiate a credit.

Total permit value: $32,700 โ€” evidence of active maintenance and investment.

9

Hurricane Damage Assessment

โœ“

Storm Damage โ€” Repaired & Inspected

2 hurricane-related permits found from 2022 (Ian). All repairs were inspected and signed off by Largo Building.

Roof Repair โ€” Wind Damage Ian

Issued: 2022-10-14 โ†’ 2023-01-22

BLD-2022-19874

โœ“ Signed off

Soffit / Fascia Replacement

Issued: 2022-11-02 โ†’ 2023-02-18

BLD-2022-20133

โœ“ Signed off
10

True Value Analysis

List Price

$342,000

Asking

County Just Value

$310,500

9% below list

Last Sale Price

$247,500

28% below list

Zestimate

$348,200

2% above list

List price is well-aligned with Zestimate and 10% above the county's assessed value โ€” typical for a Pinellas property of this vintage. Limited room for negotiation on price alone.

11

Historical Value Trends

5-year just value trajectory (Pinellas County Property Appraiser)

2020
$215,000
2021
$232,000
2022
$268,000
2023
$289,000
2024
$310,500

Property has appreciated +44.4% over 5 years โ€” outpacing Pinellas County's 31% median appreciation in the same period.

12

Short-Term Rental Potential

MODERATE POTENTIALBased on 3-bed Florida STR market data

Est. Nightly Rate

$148

avg/night

Annual Revenue

$35,100

at 65% occupancy

Net Income / Year

$22,400

after expenses

STR Tier: Moderate. Largo allows short-term rentals with city registration. Property's proximity to Clearwater Beach (<10 min) supports premium pricing during peak season.
13

Long-Term Rental Potential

Est. Monthly Rent

$2,150

Annual Revenue

$25,800

Net Annual Income

$16,200

Cap Rate

4.7%

Cash-on-Cash (20% down)

6.2%

Based on comparable 3/2 rentals in the 33771 ZIP. Largo's rental vacancy rate is approximately 4.2%, indicating strong demand for long-term residential leases.

14

Buyout Potential

Purchase Price

$247,500

Mar 2019

Current Market Value

$342,000

Equity Position

$142,000

Est. Monthly Payment

$1,480

Est. Remaining Balance

$200,000

Buyout Score

72/100

Buyout Tier: Moderate. Owner has meaningful equity (~41%) built up. With a 6-year hold and active maintenance investment, owner has financial incentive to sell. Mortgage estimated at 3.8% (2019 vintage), making them unlikely to be a motivated distressed seller.
15

Comparable Sales

4 Comps
4487 Oleander Way0.1 mi1,790 sqft ยท $187/sqft
$335,000Feb 2025
312 Magnolia Blvd0.3 mi1,980 sqft ยท $181/sqft
$358,000Jan 2025
901 Lantana Ln0.5 mi1,680 sqft ยท $191/sqft
$321,500Dec 2024
2218 Willow Dr0.7 mi1,910 sqft ยท $183/sqft
$349,000Nov 2024

Median comp price: $342,000 | Avg $/sqft: $185.50 | Subject property estimated value is in line with comps.

16

Climate Risk

Flood Zone

X (Minimal)

Hurricane Wind

Moderate

Storm Surge

Zone C

Sinkhole

Low

Evacuation Zone

Zone E

Non-mandatory evac

Heat Risk

Moderate

Overall Climate Score

62/100

FEMA Designation

Non-SFHA

Property is outside the FEMA 100-year floodplain (Zone X) โ€” flood insurance is optional but recommended given Florida's climate trajectory. Wind exposure is moderate; CBS construction provides some resilience. Located in Zone E evacuation area โ€” historically non-mandatory for Category 1โ€“3 storms.

17

Price History

ListedApr 2025
$349,000
Price ReductionMay 2025
$342,000
SoldMar 2019
$247,500
SoldJun 2012
$178,000
18

Interior Features

HeatingCentral Electric
CoolingCentral Air
FlooringTile, Carpet, Luxury Vinyl Plank
LaundryInside Laundry Room
Fireplaces0
Primary Bed LevelMain

Included Appliances

RefrigeratorDishwasherMicrowaveRangeWasherDryerDisposal
19

Construction & Exterior

Exterior MaterialConcrete Block, Stucco
Roof TypeShingle (replaced 2023)
FoundationSlab
Garage2-car attached
Stories1
PoolNo
Floor SystemConcrete
Build QualityAverage
20

Community & HOA

Subdivision / CommunityOleander Estates
HOA Fee (Monthly)$85
Est. Monthly Payment$2,180

HOA Amenities

Community PoolLawn CareSidewalksPark
21

Tax History

YearTax AmountTaxable Assessment
2024$3,142$216,300
2023$2,987$203,900
2022$2,815$190,400
2021$2,640$173,700
2020$2,480$158,200

Homestead exemption applied. Taxes subject to reset upon sale โ€” new owner should budget for full market assessment.

22

Schools

DistrictPinellas County Schools
ElementaryFrontier Elementary
7/10
MiddleLargo Middle School
6/10
High SchoolLargo High School
5/10

Ratings from GreatSchools (1โ€“10 scale)

23

Livability Scores

๐ŸšถWalk ScoreCar-Dependent
42
๐ŸšŒTransit ScoreMinimal Transit
28
๐ŸšฒBike ScoreBikeable
51

Scores provided by Walk Scoreยฎ

24

Crime & Safety

Violent Crime

Low

Property Crime

Moderate

Safety Score

7.4/10

2024 Incidents (ZIP 33771)487 total
Theft / Larceny
168
Medical / EMS
142
Vandalism
52
Burglary
38
Assault
31
Other
56

Trend: Decreasing โ†“ โ€” Incidents in ZIP 33771 are down 8.3% compared to same period last year. The area shows improving safety metrics year-over-year.

25

Negotiation Power

Score: 68/100
Days on Market14/20 pts

41 days โ€” above area median of 26 days

Price Reductions10/15 pts

1 reduction of $7,000 since original list price

Open Permits12/15 pts

Bathroom remodel permit has no final inspection โ€” negotiation leverage

Market Conditions12/20 pts

Slightly buyer-leaning market in this ZIP

HOA Lien10/15 pts

$1,240 outstanding lien must be cleared at closing

Comp Alignment10/15 pts

Listed near comp median โ€” less room but some flex

Negotiation Summary: Strong negotiation position. The open bathroom permit, outstanding HOA lien, and 41 DOM provide combined leverage for a $15,000โ€“$22,000 price reduction or equivalent seller concessions. Request permit resolution or adjust offer accordingly.

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