18545 Bittern Ave

2,623 Sq. Ft.
$222 / Sq. Ft.
2,623
Sq. Ft.
$222
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Tucked into one of the most desirable pockets of Calusa Trace, this 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home sits on a rare .38-acre conservation lot on a quiet dead-end street with wide roads and no through traffic—offering space, privacy, and unbeatable curb appeal. The layout is one of the most functional you’ll find, with formal living and dining rooms up front, an enclosed home office with plantation shutters, and an open-concept kitchen and family room that overlook the serene backyard. The kitchen features...Tucked into one of the most desirable pockets of Calusa Trace, this 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home sits on a rare .38-acre conservation lot on a quiet dead-end street with wide roads and no through traffic—offering space, privacy, and unbeatable curb appeal. The layout is one of the most functional you’ll find, with formal living and dining rooms up front, an enclosed home office with plantation shutters, and an open-concept kitchen and family room that overlook the serene backyard. The kitchen features a center island, breakfast nook, and easy access to the screened-in patio—perfect for outdoor entertaining. The spacious primary suite includes dual closets (one with a custom California Closet system), a soaking tub, and a walk-in shower. Three additional bedrooms and two full baths are tucked on the other side of the home for ideal separation. You’ll also love the 3-car garage, low HOA, no CDD, and proximity to top-rated schools (Schwarzkopf, Martinez, and Steinbrenner). Just minutes from the Veterans Expressway, shops, restaurants, and parks—this is a rare chance to own one of the best lots in Calusa Trace. Don’t miss it!
  1. Listed by Keith Jamison • Brokerage DRE #1049632 • REAL BROKER, LLC
    P: (727)-612-6677 C: (727)-612-6677 keith@jamisonteamtampabay.com

Property Details for 18545 Bittern Avenue

Subdivision Name
CALUSA TRACE UNIT FIVE PH
Township
27
Garage Spaces
3
View
Trees/Woods
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 09/29/2025 09:41 AM

Property Details for 18545 Bittern Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #TB8411358
Days on Market14
Taxes$3,880 / year
HOA Fees$600 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1995
Lot Size0.38 AC / 16,405 SF
CountyHillsborough County

Location

Listing Courtesy of REAL BROKER, LLC, Keith Jamison

Sold By FUTURE HOME REALTY INC, Johnny Castro

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Building Information for 18545 Bittern Avenue

Stories1Year Built1995Building Size-Lot Size0.38 AC / 16,405 SF

Payment Calculator

$3,200 per month

30 year fixed, 6.11% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,827

Property Taxes

$323

HOA Dues

$50

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Property Information for 18545 Bittern Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 3668.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Park, Playground, Sidewalks
  • Direction Faces: West
  • Directions: From Van Dyke and N Dale Mabry Hwy, head west on Van Dyke. Turn north onto Calusa Trace Blvd. Turn left onto Bittern Ave to address.
  • Elementary School: Schwarzkopf-HB
  • Middle Or Junior School: Martinez-HB
  • High School: Steinbrenner High School
  • Mls Major Change Type: Sold
  • Major Change Type: Closed
  • Listing Service: Full Service
  • Road Frontage Type: Street Dead-End, Street Paved
  • Senior Community: No
  • Unit Number: No
  • Street Number: 18545
  • Street Name: BITTERN
  • Street Suffix: AVENUE
  • State: FL
  • City: LUTZ
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Garage Door Opener
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Approval Required: No
  • Association Fee Includes: Manager
  • Association Fee Requirement: Required
  • Association Name: GreenAcre Prop, Samantha Morfa
  • Association Phone: 813-600-1100
  • Association: Yes
  • CDD: No
  • Tax Block: 2
  • Tax Book Number: 73-46
  • Tax Legal Description: CALUSA TRACE UNIT FIVE PHASE II LOT 54 BLOCK 2
  • Tax Lot: 54
  • Tax Year: 2024
Property
Lot Information
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Features: Oversized Lot, Sidewalk, Street Dead-End
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 85 x 193
  • Parcel Number: U1627180K600000200054.0
  • Total Acreage: 1/4 to less than 1/2
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Extras: No
  • Zoning: PD
  • Living Area: 2623
  • Lot Dimensions: 85 x 193
Property and Assessments
  • Year Built Numeric: 1995
  • Association Amenities: Park, Playground
  • Flood Zone Code: x
  • Homestead: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Public Survey Range: 18
  • Public Survey Section: 16
  • Dock YN: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Sprinkler Recycled, Street Lights, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Builder Name: Arthur Rutenberg
  • Construction Materials: Block, Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Irrigation System, Private Mailbox, Rain Gutters, Sidewalk, Sliding Doors
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Levels: One
  • Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Screened
  • Pool Private: No
  • Pool: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Vegetation: Trees/Landscaped, Wooded
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 0
  • Number Of Stories: 1
Interior Features
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Hardwood
  • Heating: Central, Heat Pump
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Eating Space In Kitchen, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Surface Counters, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
  • Laundry Features: Inside, Laundry Room
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Count: 12.0
  • Water View: No
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
Rental
Rental Information
  • Minimum Lease Period: 0
  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Property History for 18545 Bittern Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 26, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1915496347

$582,500—
Sep 26, 2025

Sold

MFRMLS #TB8411358

$582,500—
Aug 22, 2025

Pending

MFRMLS #TB8411358

—
Aug 8, 2025

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #TB8411358

$615,000—
Nov 1, 2023

Withdrawn

MFRMLS #U8201305

$645,000—
May 25, 2023

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #U8201305

$675,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/26/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1915496347

$582,500
09/26/2025

Sold

MFRMLS #TB8411358

$582,500
08/22/2025

Pending

MFRMLS #TB8411358

—
08/08/2025

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #TB8411358

$615,000
11/01/2023

Withdrawn

MFRMLS #U8201305

$645,000
05/25/2023

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #U8201305

$675,000

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Public Records for 18545 Bittern Avenue

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$4,239 ($353 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Total Finished SqFt2,623 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,623 SqFtStories1Lot Size16,405 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1995Year Renovated2009ZoningPDCountyHILLSBOROUGHAPNU1627180K6000002000540Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 18545 Bittern Avenue

This home is within Hillsborough.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Charter - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Schwarzkopf Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Martinez Middle School
Public6 to 8

Steinbrenner High School
Public9 to 12

Sunlake Academy of Math and Science
CharterK to 8

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