Property Description
Is there a 4-bedroom pool home in Safety Harbor with major upgrades and close to downtown? Welcome to 1709 La Forest Ave, located in the highly desirable La Forest of Green Springs neighborhood on a quiet cul de sac just minutes from charming downtown Safety Harbor with restaurants, boutiques, art shows, farmers markets, and waterfront parks.
This meticulously maintained 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath, 2 car garage pool home in Safety Harbor offers an enlarged open floor plan with high volume ceilings, crown molding in the living and dining areas, and updated plank vinyl flooring. The spacious family room opens through sliding glass doors to an oversized paver lanai and beautiful screen enclosed pool, creating a perfect space for entertaining and Florida outdoor living.
The chef inspired kitchen features KraftMaid wood cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, induction cooktop, built in KitchenAid oven with convection microwave, warming drawer, under cabinet lighting, and a large island with eat in breakfast area.
Major upgrades provide peace of mind including a new roof (2024) with peel and stick underlayment and transferable GAF warranty, replaced AC condenser (2024), updated electrical panel, electric hot water heater with fast recovery, whole house filtration system, and UV light in the HVAC system.
The outdoor area has been extensively improved with new pool pavers and coping (2025), sealed pavers, new pool cage screening (2025), variable speed pool pump (2023), salt chlorinator system, and pool heat pump plus solar heating. The backyard also includes a 6 foot PVC privacy fence, outdoor shower, and expanded paver parking area.
Additional updates include a new refrigerator and dishwasher (2021), washer and dryer (2022), updated bathrooms, custom dual front entry doors, and an epoxy coated garage floor (2025). The home also features hurricane rated windows and shutters along with additional storm protection components, helping maximize wind mitigation and insurance savings. A structural repair to the screened enclosure wall was professionally completed and includes a transferable lifetime warranty. A bonus workshop and storage room adds flexible space that is ideal for tools, hobbies, or projects.
Located near top rated schools, local parks, walking and biking trails, and only a short drive to **Clearwater Beach, Tampa, St Petersburg, major airports, and sports venues.
This upgraded 4-bedroom pool home in Safety Harbor offers space, comfort, and an unbeatable location near everything Safety Harbor is known for. Schedule your private showing today.
Features
- Swimming Pool:
- In Ground, Lighting, Gunite, Salt Water, Screen Enclosure, Heated, Pool Sweep, Solar Heat
- Heating System:
- Central, Solar
- Cooling System:
- Central Air
- Fence:
- Vinyl, Fenced
- Fireplace:
- Decorative
- Patio:
- Covered, Enclosed, Screened, Porch, Deck
- Parking:
- Garage Door Opener
- Architectural Style:
- Ranch
- Exterior Features:
- Storage, Sidewalk, Sliding Doors, Hurricane Shutters, Outdoor Shower
- Flooring:
- Ceramic Tile, Luxury Vinyl
- Interior Features:
- Ceiling Fans(s), Crown Molding, Open Floorplan, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Split Bedroom, Window Treatments, High Ceilings, Stone Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Dry Bar
- Laundry Features:
- Inside, Laundry Room
- Pool Private Yn:
- 1
- Sewer:
- Public Sewer
- Utilities:
- Public, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Appliances
- Appliances:
- Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Built-In Oven, Cooktop, Disposal, Convection Oven, Bar Fridge, Exhaust Fan, Solar Hot Water
Address Map
- Country:
- US
- State:
- FL
- County:
- Pinellas
- City:
- Safety Harbor
- Subdivision:
- LA FOREST AT GREEN SPGS THE GROVE
- Zipcode:
- 34695
- Street:
- LA FOREST
- Street Number:
- 1709
- Street Suffix:
- AVENUE
- Longitude:
- W83° 18' 32.2''
- Latitude:
- N28° 0' 33.7''
- Direction Faces:
- East
- Directions:
- From McMullen Booth Rd go East on Enterprise Rd. Take right on Country Trails Dr then left on La Forest Ave.
- Mls Area Major:
- 34695 - Safety Harbor
Neighborhood
- Elementary School:
- Safety Harbor Elementary-PN
- High School:
- Countryside High-PN
- Middle School:
- Safety Harbor Middle-PN
Additional Information
- Lot Size Dimensions:
- 80x115
- Water Source:
- Public
- Virtual Tour:
- https://aryeo.sfo2.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/listings/019ccf6b-d6c8-7332-833d-6359faa008a8/files/019cddad-93c3-7154-a6a6-48d387ed6a0a.mp4
- Stories Total:
- 1
- On Market Date:
- 2026-03-11
- Lot Features:
- Sidewalk, Paved
- Levels:
- One
- Garage:
- 2
- Foundation Details:
- Slab
- Construction Materials:
- Block, Stucco
- Building Size:
- 3422
- Attached Garage Yn:
- 1
Financial
- Association Fee:
- 275
- Association Fee Frequency:
- Annually
- Association Yn:
- 1
Listing Information
- List Agent Mls Id:
- 260037064
- List Office Mls Id:
- 261010944
- Listing Term:
- Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Mls Status:
- Active
- Modification Timestamp:
- 2026-03-13T19:20:11Z
- Originating System Name:
- Stellar
- Special Listing Conditions:
- None
- Status Change Timestamp:
- 2026-03-11T23:56:51Z
Residential For Sale
1709 La Forest Ave, Safety Harbor, Florida 34695
4 Bedrooms
3 Bathrooms
2,409 Sqft
$890,000
Listing ID #TB8485479
Basic Details
- Property Type :
- Residential
- Listing Type :
- For Sale
- Listing ID :
- TB8485479
- Price :
- $890,000
- Bedrooms :
- 4
- Bathrooms :
- 3
- Half Bathrooms :
- 1
- Square Footage :
- 2,409 Sqft
- Year Built :
- 1992
- Lot Area :
- 0.23 Acre
- Full Bathrooms :
- 2
- Property Sub Type :
- Single Family Residence
- Roof:
- Shingle
