Palm Harbor › Highland Lakes

1309 Gillespie Dr

Palm Harbor, FL 34684
$525,000
2 bed2 bath1,674 sqftSingle-family home · built 1984

What stands out about this home

Compared with single-family homes like it, within product classi
Size
Larger than 64% of single-family homes sold in Highland Lakes
184 single-family home sales · Jan 2024 - Sep 2026
Price
Listed 18% above the typical price for a single-family home its size in Highland Lakes
184 single-family home sales · Jan 2024 - Sep 2026
Standout feature
A private pool: 4% of single-family homes listed in Highland Lakes have one
73 single-family home listings · May 2019 - Sep 2026
Age
Newer than 83% of single-family homes in Highland Lakes
272 homes · May 2019 - Sep 2026
Compared against 40 similar homes sold within 0.42 mi.

About this property

Beautifully renovated 2-bedroom, 2-bath POOL home with nearly 1,700 square feet in Palm Harbor’s premier 55+ golf community, Highland Lakes! From the moment you arrive, the freshly painted exterior, new sod, 2024 ROOF, and stunning glass double-door entry set the tone for this beautifully updated home. Step inside to a bright, open floor plan with immediate pool views through three massive glass sliding doors. The freshly painted interior features recessed lighting, multiple skylights, ZERO popcorn ceilings, newer ceramic tile throughout the main living areas, and new 2025 carpet in both bedrooms. The beautiful kitchen is the heart of the home, offering granite countertops, updated cabinetry, sleek 2023 stainless steel appliances, a cozy breakfast nook, large pantry closet, and convenient access to the 2-car garage. The spacious primary suite is a true retreat with private pool views, a massive walk-in closet, and beautifully remodeled en-suite bath featuring a glass-enclosed walk-in shower, new vanity with stone countertop, and recessed lighting. The second bedroom offers an additional large walk-in closet and built-in desk, making it an ideal guest suite or flexible space, and is conveniently located next to the fully remodeled hall bath with tub/shower combination. Step outside to your own private Florida oasis! The screened and enclosed pool and spa provide the perfect setting for year-round entertaining and relaxation, while lush surrounding landscaping creates added privacy and peaceful views. A spacious patio area beyond the pool screen provides additional room for outdoor furniture and grilling, while the separate screened golf cart garage offers exceptional storage and convenience. Additional highlights include a NEW 2024 ROOF, cost-saving deep irrigation well, and a desirable non-flood zone and non-evacuation zone location! This truly turn-key home is ready for you to move in and immediately begin enjoying the Florida lifestyle! As a Highland Lakes resident, you’ll enjoy FREE UNLIMITED GOLF on three private executive golf courses, along with an active clubhouse featuring social events, clubs, fitness programs, and hobby activities. At Lake Tarpon Lodge, residents also have access to a second heated pool, picnic areas, fishing pier, community pontoon boats, and secure RV and boat storage—all included with your membership. With stylish renovations, spacious living areas, a private pool and spa, and an exceptional array of amenities, this home offers the perfect combination of comfort, convenience, and the vibrant Highland Lakes 55+ lifestyle. Stunning pool homes in Highland Lakes aren't available often - don't wait and schedule your private showing today!

Property details

Year built1984
Lot size0.27 ac
HOA fee$164/mo
Parking2-car
Days on market0
MLS#TB8551848
Hurricane shuttersLightingPrivate mailboxRain guttersSidewalkBuilt-in features
All features →
  • Hurricane shutters
  • Lighting
  • Private mailbox
  • Rain gutters
  • Sidewalk
  • Built-in features
  • Ceiling fans
  • Eat-in kitchen
  • Living/dining combo
  • Open floorplan
  • Primary bedroom main floor
  • Solid wood cabinets
  • Stone counters
  • Thermostat
  • Tray ceilings
  • Walk-in closets
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Dryer
  • Electric water heater
  • Microwave
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer
  • Water softener
  • Carpet flooring
  • Tile flooring
  • Pool view
  • Central air conditioning
  • Central heating
  • Shingle roof
  • Slab foundation
  • Block construction
  • Stucco construction
  • Single story
  • In garage
  • Cable available
  • Electricity connected
  • Public utilities
  • Sewer connected
  • Sprinkler well
  • Underground utilities
  • Water connected
  • Private pool
  • Garage
  • Granite countertops
  • Stainless steel appliances

The market for homes like this

Single-family homes with up to 2 bedrooms in Highland Lakes
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Median sold price$380,00052 sales · last 12 months
Median price per sq ft$25752 sales · last 12 months
Median rent$2,673/mo112 leases · last 12 months
Median days to lease37112 leases · last 12 months

Palm Harbor, as its listings describe it

What agents stated on listings, 2019 – 2026i
Community pool Highland Lakes91%of 99 listings
HOA fee, median Highland Lakes$164/moof 93 listings
Has an association Highland Lakes98%of 104 listings
Pets allowed Highland Lakes88%of 124 listings
Minimum lease, most common Highland Lakes3 Months44% of 93 listings · next: 1–2 Years
Lease restrictions Highland Lakes90%of 93 listings
Association approval required Highland Lakes80%of 92 listings
Private pool Highland Lakes5%of 125 listings
Gated Highland Lakes0%of 99 listings
Public water · sewer99% · 99%of 98 · 103 listings
Flood zone (A or V) Highland Lakes0%of 99 listings
55+ community Highland LakesYes97% of 104 listings · next: No
Homestead share Highland Lakes81%of 1,631 homes · county tax roll
Also stated: waterfront 1% of 104 listings in Highland Lakes; CDD 0% of 96 in Highland Lakes.

Price and time on market

This listing against homes like iti
Price per sq ft
Listed at $314 per sq ft, 22% above the $257 median for 2-bedroom single-family homes in Highland Lakes sold in the last 12 months
52 sales · last 12 months
Time on market
On the market 0 days; 2-bedroom single-family homes in Highland Lakes took a median of 39 days to sell in the last 12 months
52 sales · last 12 months
Price history
Listed at $525,000 since Sept. 21, 2026 with no price change

Cost of ownership

What this home costs to hold, from public recordsi
Current owner's taxes
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$7,702 (2025)
As stated on the listing for 2025
Estimated taxes at this price
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About $7,200/yr homesteaded, $8,000/yr as an investor
Estimated: the asking price through the county's price-to-value factor, at the parcel's published millage; assessments reset at sale
Typical electric bill
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$170/mo (2024)
Typical: the utility's average residential bill for 2024 (not this home's)
Typical water and sewer
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$98/mo at 5,000 gallons
Typical: the provider's published schedule at 5,000 gallons a month on a standard residential meter
THE NEIGHBORHOOD

Living in Palm Harbor

unincorporated Pinellas County · Pinellas County · ZIP 34684 · Palm Harbor (census-designated place) · Flood zone X
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HomesNot yet available
Median sold price$385,0001,182 sales · last 12 months
Vs. the prior year-2.5%1,182 sales this year · 1,082 sales the prior year
Median rent$2,000/mo356 leases · last 12 months
Homes that changed handsNot yet available
Homestead shareNot yet available
Single-family homes in Palm Harbor, by bedroomsFigures appear once a group has 40 sales
GROUPSALESMEDIAN SOLDMEDIAN RENT
All single-family homes · 12 months668$512,500$2,673/mo112 leases
2 bed · this home131$372,500—
3 bed338$493,250$2,900/mo58 leases
4 bed167$700,000—
5+ bed32Not enough sales yet to report on their own
All single-family homes · 24 months1,319$500,000$2,700/mo232 leases
Median price

Palm Harbor homes sold for a median of $385,000 in the 12 months to Sept. 28, 2026.

1,182 sales
Price trend

That's 2.5% below the median for the 12 months before, $395,000.

1,182 sales this year · 1,082 sales the prior year
What's selling

Single-family detached homes made up 668 of the 1,182 sales in the same 12 months, at a median of $512,500.

668 of 1,182 sales
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Location

1309 GILLESPIE DR, PALM HARBOR, FL 34684

Based on information from Stellar MLS® for the period May 13, 2019 through September 28, 2026.

Listings courtesy of Stellar MLS as distributed by MLS GRID

HomeProp is a licensed Florida real estate brokerage (License CQ1055163). Regulated by the Florida Real Estate Commission (FREC), 400 W Robinson St, Orlando, FL 32801. All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

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