




3016 SUNSET VISTA DRIVE, Spring Hill, FL, 34607
About This Home
Investor Special – Gulf Views, Direct Gulf Access & Unlimited Potential in Aripeka! This is a rare opportunity for investors, builders, developers, or visionaries looking to capitalize on one of Florida's hidden waterfront gems. This 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom two-story home sustained flooding damage during Hurricane Helene and is being offered as a true blank canvas. Whether you choose to renovate, elevate, redesign, or build an entirely new waterfront masterpiece, the possibilities are endless. Positioned on a premium waterfront homesite, the property offers breathtaking unobstructed Gulf views and overlooks an undeveloped island across the canal, creating a spectacular backdrop of open water, marshlands, wildlife, and unforgettable sunsets. Opportunities to secure a lot with views like this are becoming increasingly rare along Florida's Gulf Coast. Boaters will appreciate the property's exceptional location on the main Aripeka channel with 100 feet of concrete seawall frontage. This deep-water saltwater canal provides direct access to the Gulf of Mexico with no fixed bridges and no tidal restrictions, making it ideal for larger vessels, fishing boats, sailboats, and waterfront enthusiasts. Spend your days chasing redfish, snook, trout, tarpon, and snapper, or simply relax while dolphins and manatees glide past your backyard. The investment potential extends far beyond the waterfront lifestyle. Located in Hernando County, this property is situated in an area that allows nightly short-term rentals, creating an exceptional opportunity for a vacation rental, fishing lodge, waterfront retreat, or luxury coastal getaway. With no HOA restrictions, owners enjoy the flexibility to use the property as they choose. Hernando County also allows boats, RVs, and trailers to be parked on-site, providing additional appeal for vacation renters and outdoor enthusiasts. The current homeowner has already worked with Hernando County to establish a new building appraisal value, creating a pathway for rebuilding under the county's 50/50 rule. Buyers should complete all desired due diligence to determine the best use for this unique property. Nestled along Florida's Nature Coast, Aripeka is one of the state's last authentic "Old Florida" fishing villages. Surrounded by pristine marshes, protected coastal habitat, and some of the best inshore fishing on the Gulf Coast, Aripeka offers a peaceful waterfront lifestyle that feels worlds away from crowded tourist destinations. Yet it remains within easy boating distance of popular destinations including Hernando Beach Flats, the Weeki Wachee River, Homosassa, Crystal River, and the famous Anclote Key Sandbar. Whether you're searching for your next waterfront investment project, a future luxury coastal estate, or a high-income vacation rental opportunity, this property offers something increasingly difficult to find: direct Gulf access, incredible views, short-term rental potential, no HOA, and a premier waterfront location with unlimited upside. Being sold As-Is, Where-Is, and How-Is. Seller retains rights to any insurance proceeds or other payments related to prior damage. Buyers are responsible for verifying all information and conducting their own inspections and due diligence.
Getting Around
Schools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1955
Materials
- Foundation: Crawlspace,Slab
- Roof: Tile
- Construction materials: Block,Wood Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: None
- Laundry features: Other
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Features
- None,Other
- Flooring: Other
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central,Electric
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 4,368
- Total interior livable area: 3,636 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living Room
- Level: First
Primary Bedroom
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: Second
Property
Details
- Parcel number: R3522316209000000080
- Zoning: RES
- Special condition: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Private Entrance,Private Mailbox,Private Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water,Bay/Harbor - Full,Canal,Gulf/Ocean - Full,Gulf/Ocean to Bay
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Bay/Harbor - Full,Canal,Gulf/Ocean - Full,Gulf/Ocean to Bay
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Canal - Saltwater,Saltwater Canal Access,Gulf/Ocean Access,Bridges - No Fixed Bridges,Seawall
- Waterbody name: GULF VIEWS AND DIRECT ACCESS
Lot
- Lot size: 10,000 sqft
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Coastal Flooding
- Hurricane
- Lightning
- Tornado
- Strong Wind
- Wildfire
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Hernando County and Florida
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $1,516 | $18,192 |
| Home Insurance * | $100 | $1,200 |
| Property Taxes | $372 | $4,464 |
| Electricity | $365 | $4,391 |
| Total | $2,353 | $28,236 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Florida FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-17 | Price change | $290,000 |
| 2026-07-14 | Listed for sale | $300,000 |
| 2026-07-09 | Contingent | $300,000 |
| 2026-06-25 | Listed for sale | $300,000 |
| 2018-05-22 | Sold | $330,000 |
| 2017-12-23 | Price change | $349,900 |
| 2017-11-18 | Price change | $364,900 |
| 2017-08-01 | Price change | $374,900 |
| 2017-07-13 | Listed for sale | $399,000 |
| 2013-09-02 | Listing removed | $279,000 |
| 2013-07-18 | Price change | $279,000 |
| 2013-07-02 | Price change | $294,900 |
| 2013-07-01 | Price change | $299,000 |
| 2013-06-11 | Price change | $304,900 |
| 2013-05-30 | Listed for sale | $349,900 |
| 2012-01-26 | Sold | $195,000 |
