Property Description
Discover one of Palma Ceia’s most charming and versatile properties—a beautifully renovated Spanish Mediterranean bungalow complete with a sparkling pool and detached guest suite w a full bath! (1, 400 sq ft main home plus 125 sg ft detached suite provides 1, 525 sq ft of total living space), offering a rare opportunity to enjoy the South Tampa lifestyle while creating additional income or space for family. Situated on a prominent corner lot, this timeless residence blends historic character with modern updates. The 3-bedroom, 2-bath main home welcomes you with a bright sunroom, rich architectural details, a cozy wood-burning fireplace, and an open-concept living and dining area that flows effortlessly into the updated kitchen—perfect for entertaining or everyday living. Privately tucked away, the spacious primary bedroom overlooks the pool and features a walk-in closet and beautifully updated en-suite bath. Two additional bedrooms and a second full bath provide comfortable accommodation for family and guests. Step outside to your own private backyard oasis where the newly resurfaced swimming pool creates the perfect setting for relaxing weekends, outdoor gatherings, or enjoying Florida’s year-round sunshine. Adding tremendous value is the detached guest house with its own full bathroom and private entrance. Whether you’re looking for an in-law suite for extended family, home office, fitness studio, or an income-producing rental, this detached studio provides incredible flexibility that few homes in Palma Ceia can offer. A separate laundry room and generous storage area make it even more functional. As an upgrade to the neighborhood, underground electrical service is currently being installed, which has temporarily affected portions of the front/side lawn. Recent improvements provide peace of mind, including: • New Roofs being installed July 2026 • Pool resurfaced (2026) • Deck refinished (2026) • Detached guest suite repainted (2026) • New stainless steel refrigerator (2026) • New laundry room flooring (2026) • Tankless water heater (2020) • Plumbing supply lines replaced (2020) • Updated electrical (2008) • HVAC (2018) • Nest Smart Thermostat. Located within the coveted Palma Ceia neighborhood and zoned for top-rated schools (Mitchell Elementary, Wilson Middle School, and Plant High School.) you’ll enjoy being just minutes from Bayshore Boulevard, Hyde Park Village, SoHo, Howard Avenue’s vibrant restaurants and nightlife, downtown Tampa, parks, shopping, and everything that makes South Tampa one of the area’s most desirable places to call home! Plus, Its NOT in a Flood zone, so no flood insurance required! Whether you’re searching for a home with room to grow, a multi-generational living arrangement, or an exceptional investment opportunity in one of Tampa’s premier neighborhoods, this unique property truly offers the best of all worlds!
Features
- Swimming Pool:
- Fiberglass
- Heating System:
- Central
- Cooling System:
- Central Air
- Fireplace:
- Living Room
- Exterior Features:
- Storage, Awning(s)
- Flooring:
- Wood, Luxury Vinyl
- Interior Features:
- Ceiling Fans(s), Open Floorplan, Walk-In Closet(s), Living Room/Dining Room Combo
- Laundry Features:
- Laundry Room
- Pool Private Yn:
- 1
- Sewer:
- Public Sewer
- Utilities:
- Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Appliances
- Appliances:
- Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Microwave, Cooktop
Address Map
- Country:
- US
- State:
- FL
- County:
- Hillsborough
- City:
- Tampa
- Subdivision:
- HOLDENS SIMMS RESUB OF
- Zipcode:
- 33629
- Street:
- ARRAWANA
- Street Number:
- 1618
- Street Suffix:
- AVENUE
- Longitude:
- W83° 30' 42.3''
- Latitude:
- N27° 55' 39.4''
- Direction Faces:
- West
- Directions:
- From W Swann Ave and S MacDill Ave. Go South on S MacDill Ave, Left on W Estrella St. Slight Left onto Habana St, Immediate right on W Mississippi Ave. Turn right on to S Arrawana Ave. To house on the Left. Street and Driveway Parking available.
- Mls Area Major:
- 33629 - Tampa / Palma Ceia
- Street Dir Prefix:
- S
- Zoning:
- RS-50
Neighborhood
- Elementary School:
- Mitchell-HB
- High School:
- Plant-HB
- Middle School:
- Wilson-HB
Additional Information
- Lot Size Dimensions:
- 50x101
- Water Source:
- Public
- Virtual Tour:
- https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview/stellar/TB8523200
- Stories Total:
- 1
- On Market Date:
- 2026-06-29
- Levels:
- One
- Foundation Details:
- Crawlspace
- Construction Materials:
- Block
- Building Size:
- 1525
Financial
- Tax Annual Amount:
- 12859.9
Listing Information
- List Agent Mls Id:
- 261569393
- List Office Mls Id:
- 261559997
- Listing Term:
- Cash, Conventional, FHA
- Mls Status:
- Active
- Modification Timestamp:
- 2026-06-30T12:46:10Z
- Originating System Name:
- Stellar
- Special Listing Conditions:
- None
- Status Change Timestamp:
- 2026-06-30T01:14:41Z
Residential For Sale
1618 S Arrawana Ave, Tampa, Florida 33629
3 Bedrooms
3 Bathrooms
1,400 Sqft
$839,000
Listing ID #TB8523200
Basic Details
- Property Type :
- Residential
- Listing Type :
- For Sale
- Listing ID :
- TB8523200
- Price :
- $839,000
- Bedrooms :
- 3
- Bathrooms :
- 3
- Square Footage :
- 1,400 Sqft
- Year Built :
- 1925
- Lot Area :
- 0.12 Acre
- Full Bathrooms :
- 3
- Property Sub Type :
- Single Family Residence
- Roof:
- Other
