$1,260,000

8401 Carolyn Dr Port Richey, FL 34668

$10,000
Closing credit¹
5 beds
3 full
4,416 sqft
0.2 acres
$285 / sqft
House

Property details

About 8401 Carolyn Dr

This private 4,461 sqft. tropical resort offers 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and a spacious heated pool with a sun shelf. This luxurious home, includes a gourmet kitchen with a convection oven, microwave combo, gas cooktop, warming drawer, reverse osmosis water filtration system, and water softener. It’s equipped with a REME HALO® Whole Home In-Duct Air Purifier (which kills viruses), hurricane-impact windows, It also features an impressive game room with a ping pong table, a full-body multi-gym, and a kitchenette. For sports enthusiasts, there's a professional-sized half-court for basketball. The game room is beautifully decorated with tropical accents and includes an 8-panel sliding door that opens to the pool area, backyard, and dock. Composite decking on the dock which has a deco boat lift with a remote making access to and from the home on the boat much easier. In addition from the dock you can launch kayaks or head out on a boat, reaching the Gulf of Mexico and nearby islands in just 10-15 minutes. This home is very definition of boating convenience since there is also a free public boat ramp which is just minutes away in addition to your private dock. The home is well equipped a new roof, air conditioning, downstairs kitchenette, a workshop, rust resistant stainless steel cable fencing and railing, low maintenance artificial grass in the backyard and surrounding pool deck, tankless hot water heater, hurricane-impact windows, and an office space for the ability to work from home with Ethernet and high-speed WiFi. The primary suite is equipped with a bedroom, his and her closets, and a spacious bright bathroom fit for a king and queen. Just imagine starting your day with a cup of coffee while watching the stunning sunrise over Miller's Bayou, where you can spot dolphins right from the kitchen window. Across the bayou, you'll find a variety of waterfront restaurants with live music accessible by a quick golf cart ride away. The area is bustling with multiple things to do such as exploring local state parks full of wildlife, golf courses, downtown New Port Richey, shopping, and restaurants. The best part is the home is available to purchase with the furnishings as it is currently being utilized as a very popular AirBnb. He home was only minimally damaged during hurricane Helene since homes AC's and pool heater are elevated, with a separate breaker box for the upstairs and downstairs, tile floors, hardie backer board walls first 4 feet, outlets raised, and plastic baseboards.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size4,416 sqft
Lot size0.24 Acres
Year built1998
ParkingGarage Door Opener, Golf Cart Parking
MLS #W7872989
Attached garage3 spaces
Private poolYes

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Summary

  • MLS Number: W7872989
  • MLS Name: MFRMLS
  • Office Name: SNAP REALTY LLC
  • Office Phone: (727) 457-5453
  • Listing Agent: Shawn Poole

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Apr 29, 2005
Home Sold
$345,600

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$773,931$14,554
2022$663,394$12,270
2021$526,141$12,270
2019$270,290$4,654
2018$265,257$4,573
2017$259,801$4,520

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

1

Richey Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.7 mi

6850 Adams St

2

Calusa Elementary School

Public District KG-5

2.6 mi

7520 Orchid Lake Rd

3

Chasco Elementary School

Public District KG-5

2.9 mi

7906 Ridge Rd

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $48,669. The majority of Port Richey, FL residents have income less than $<35k annually. Most families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

42%
<35k
27%
35k-100k
25%
100k-200k
6%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

45%
Single, No Kids
6%
Single, with Kids
38%
Married, No Kids
11%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

10%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
11%
18-34 yrs old
48%
35-64 yrs old
26%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • PGA/LPGAPGA/LPGA
  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Nordstrom RackNordstrom Rack
  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • Family DollarFamily Dollar

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • ChipotleChipotle
  • Bonefish GrillBonefish Grill
  • White CastleWhite Castle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • MazdaMazda
  • LincolnLincoln
  • ChevroletChevrolet

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • RockRock
  • ClassicalClassical
  • Contemporary InspirationalContemporary Inspirational
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 8401 Carolyn Dr

This home is located at 8401 Carolyn Dr in Port Richey, FL and zip code 34668 in the Paradise Estates neighborhood. This 4,416 square foot home, which was built in 1998, sits on a 0.24 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 28, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,260,000.

Port Richey, FL housing market in February 2025 saw over 8 listings sold above listed price, more than 12 sold at listed price and over 26 sold below. In February 2025 in Port Richey, FL there were 7.8% more homes for sale than in January. The median list price of listings available in February 2025 was $245,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 56 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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