1540 Big Bass Drive, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689

$850,000
3
BD
3
BA
2,688
SqFt

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Sold Price
$850,000
List Price
$915,000
Status
Sold
Days on Market
97
Closing Date
Jan 30, 2026
MLS#
TB8397286
Property Style
Single Family
Year Built
1958
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
3
Living Area
2,688
Lot Size
9,287
Acres
0.21
Total Acreage
0 to less than 1/4
Legal Subdivision Name
Lake View Villas
Complex/Comm Name
Lake View Villas
MLS Area Major
Tarpon Springs

Property Description

A hidden gem! Paradise Found on Lake Tarpon! Prepare to be captivated by breathtaking lake views from nearly every room of this beautifully updated waterfront home. Nestled on the shores of Lake Tarpon, this 3-bedroom, 3-bath residence combines modern comfort with natural beauty—perfect for year-round resort-style living. Step inside to an expansive great room, ideal for gatherings and panoramic lake gazing. Featuring engineered wood flooring, a Chicago brick fireplace, wood-look ceiling, and elegant crown molding, this room is both warm and spacious. The formal dining area boasts picturesque views of the screened pool and the sparkling lake beyond—an ideal setting for hosting family and friends. The spectacular kitchen, updated in 2022, showcases shaker-style cabinetry, a custom range hood, premium leather-finished granite countertops, GE Café matte appliances, and a cozy breakfast nook overlooking the water. A built-in desk area offers inspiring lake views as you work or plan your day. The owners’ suite is a private retreat, complete with serene water views to greet you each morning. The spa-like master bath, fully remodeled in 2020, includes cherry cabinetry, stacked stone accents, Blue Pearl granite, a soaking tub with tub filler, and a luxurious walk-in shower with rain showerhead and handheld . Enjoy peace of mind with wood-cased impact windows and doors, and relax by the heated, screened-in pool surrounded by a large pavered deck—perfect for lounging. After a swim, head down to your expansive dock, which features a sundeck, covered lounge area, and boat lift (currently holding a jet ski but prior owner had the lift for a boat). Take a short cruise across the lake to the Tarpon Turtle for lunch or dinner. Notable Upgrades & Features: water heater with recharge system 2024, kitchen 2022, exterior paint 2022, master bath 2020, secondary baths 2022 and 2016, both A/C s in 2018, roof 2016 and pool salt system 2024, no carpet (wood and tile floors), plantation shutters, custom blinds, pavered walkways, epoxy garage flooring, extra parking pad, fenced lot, sprinkler on lake water, and meticulous attention to detail in updating. Located minutes from golf courses, shopping, and the Gulf beaches, this home is part of a rare lifestyle. Lake Tarpon, the largest lake in the county, is perfect for fishing, boating, skiing, and lakeside dining. Wildlife lovers will delight in daily sightings of eagles, ospreys, herons, and the occasional playful otter. Low-cost, assumable flood insurance ($999/year) with monitored lake levels (continuous lake levels maintained by authorities) for added assurance. Welcome to Lake Tarpon living at its finest!

Additional Information

Taxes
$7752
Minimum Lease
8-12 Months
Location
Cul-De-Sac, Flood Insurance Required, FloodZone, In County, Landscaped, Paved
Community Features
No Deed Restriction
Property Description
One Story, Attached
Zoning
RES
Interior Layout
Crown Molding, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
Interior Features
Crown Molding, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
Floor
Hardwood, Tile
Appliances
Built-In Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Wine Refrigerator
Utilities
Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Heating
Central, Electric, Heat Pump
Air Conditioning
Central Air
Fireplace Description
Family Room, Wood Burning
Exterior Construction
Block, Stucco
Exterior Features
Garden, Sliding Doors
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Slab
Pool
Private
Pool Type
Chlorine Free, Fiberglass, Heated, In Ground, Screen Enclosure
Garage Carport
2 Car Garage
Garage Spaces
2
Garage Dimensions
26x24
Elementary School
Tarpon Springs Elementary-Pn
Middle School
Tarpon Springs Middle-Pn
High School
Tarpon Springs High-PN
Fences
Fenced
Water Name
Lake Tarpon
Water Extras
Lift, Lift - Covered, Sailboat Water, Seawall - Concrete, Skiing Allowed
Water View
Lake
Water Access
Lake
Water Frontage
Lake Front
Pets
Allowed
Pet Size
Extra Large (101+ Lbs.)
Flood Zone Code
AE
Parcel ID
18-27-16-49086-000-0900
Legal Description
LAKE VIEW VILLAS NE'LY 1/2 OF LOT 89 & ALL OF LOT 90 & SW'LY 3/4 OF LOT 91

Listing courtesy of COLDWELL BANKER REALTY. 727-781-3700

Selling Office: THE C SMITH REAL ESTATE GROUP LLC.

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