1218 GILLESPIE DRIVE N | Palm Harbor

$415,000 | 2 Beds | 2 Baths (2 Full) | 1,654 Sq. Ft.

One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Nestled in Highland Lakes, one of Palm Harbor’s most desirable 55+ communities, this solid block, 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home invites you to enjoy the very best of Florida living. Set high and dry above the flood plain, this home welcomes you with an open-concept living/family room filled with natural light from its large windows. It features two full bathrooms and a primary bedroom with a walk-in closet for ample storage. The oversized two-car garage is ideal for a golf cart, tools, or extra storage. Enjoy added versatility with both an enclosed front patio and a spacious enclosed back patio—perfect for relaxing or entertaining year-round. A one-year home warranty included by the sellers adds incredible value, covering major systems and appliances to help protect your budget and keep your home running smoothly from day one. With just a short stroll from the main clubhouse, you'll have access to a list of amenities and activities such as free golf on three beautifully maintained executive courses, two heated pools, tennis and pickleball courts, shuffleboard, and a full calendar of clubs, classes, and social events. If you have a creative side, the Arts and Crafts center offers studios, classes, and a fully-equipped wood shop for you to explore your passions. For nature lovers, the Lake Tarpon Lodge is your retreat, featuring a second heated pool, beautiful picnic areas, a fishing pier, and community pontoon boats. And with secure, free RV and boat storage, your adventures are always within reach. Highland Lakes is more than just a neighborhood—it’s a welcoming community of friendly neighbors who enjoy an engaging and fulfilling way of life. With its unbeatable location in the heart of Palm Harbor, you’re minutes from top-rated beaches, restaurants, shopping, and medical facilities, with easy access to US-19 and Tampa Road for quick trips to Dunedin, Clearwater, Tampa, or St. Petersburg. Here, you’ll not only find a home but a lifestyle that celebrates everything Florida has to offer. StellarMLS TB8376741

Directions to property: From US-19, head east on Tampa Road (FL-584). Continue on Tampa Road for approximately 2 miles, then turn left onto Westlake Boulevard. Drive north on Westlake Boulevard for just under a mile, then turn right onto Gillespie Drive North. Follow Gillespie Drive N as it curves through the neighborhood. Your destination, 1218 Gillespie Drive N, will be on the left.

MLS Listing ID: 
StellarMLS TB8376741
Basic Property Information
Fields containing basic information about the property.
Property Type: 
Residential
Property Sub Type: 
Single Family Residence
Primary Market Area: 
Palm Harbor
Address: 
1218 GILLESPIE DRIVE N, Palm Harbor, FL 34684, US
County: 
Pinellas
Community Information
Elementary: 
Highland Lakes Elementary-PN
Middle: 
Carwise Middle-PN
High: 
Palm Harbor Univ High-PN
Subdivision: 
HIGHLAND LAKES UNIT FIFTEEN PH 3
Community Name: 
HIGHLAND LAKES
Association Fee: 
$164
Building Details
Details about the building on a property.
Year Built: 
1984
New Construction: 
0
Living Area: 
1,654
Interior: 
Eating Space In Kitchen, Open Floorplan
Construction
Construction Materials: 
Block, Stucco
Foundation Details: 
Slab
Roof: 
Shingle
Exterior Features: 
Rain Gutters, Sidewalk, Sliding Doors
Porch: 
Enclosed, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Screened
Room Details
Details about the rooms in the building.
Total Rooms: 
6
Total Bedrooms: 
2
Total Bathrooms: 
2
Total Full-Bathrooms: 
2
Total Half-Bathrooms: 
0
Utilities
Information about utilities available on the property.
Heating System: 
Central
Cooling System: 
Central Air
Water Source: 
Public
Sewer: 
Public Sewer
Lot/Land Details
Details about the lots and land features included on the property.
Acres: 
0.17
Lot Size (Area): 
7,379
Waterfront: 
0
Water Body Category: 
Lake
Water Body Name: 
LAKE TARPON
Public Record
Parcel Number: 
052816389170000790
Annual Tax: 
$5,726.00
Property Zoning: 
RPD-7.5
Listing Dates
Dates involved in the transaction.
Listing Entry Date/Time: 
5/1/2025
Listing Participants
Participants (agents, offices, etc.) in the transaction.
Listing Agent Name: 
Collette Seitz
Listing Office Name: 
ENGEL & VOLKERS ST. PETE