Neighborhood · Palm Harbor, Florida
Dolly Bay
Waterfront condo living on the edge of Lake Tarpon
6
Homes for sale
$257,850
Median list price
$159
Avg price / sqft
69
Median days on market
Dolly Bay is a compact, water-oriented community in Palm Harbor, sitting along the edge of Lake Tarpon in northern Pinellas County. It's the kind of low-key spot where the pace slows down and the setting does the heavy lifting — you're minutes from the historic sponge docks of nearby Tarpon Springs and a short drive from the golf and dining at Innisbrook. For buyers who like the quieter side of Palm Harbor without giving up easy access, it splits the difference between the country-club feel of Lansbrook Village and the small-town charm of Ozona.
The market here is small and moves at a measured clip. With just 6 active listings and a median list price of $264,850, this is one of the more attainable ways into waterfront-adjacent Palm Harbor. Homes are averaging 28 days on market, and over the last year sellers have collected about 97% of asking — a sign of realistic pricing and steady, if modest, demand.
Dolly Bay is a community in Palm Harbor, Florida.
Quick facts
$240,000 – $292K price range
1,633 sqft median home
$665/mo median HOA
$1,500/mo median rent
3 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Dolly Bay
$291,700
2511 DOLLY BAY DRIVE UNIT 104, PALM HARBOR
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,611 sqft
$244,900$249,900
2511 DOLLY BAY DRIVE UNIT 308, PALM HARBOR
2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,840 sqft
$265,700$269,700
2599 DOLLY BAY DRIVE UNIT 306, PALM HARBOR
2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,633 sqft
$240,000$250,000
2533 DOLLY BAY DRIVE UNIT 105, PALM HARBOR
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,635 sqft
$250,000$260,000
2599 DOLLY BAY DRIVE UNIT 305, PALM HARBOR
2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,518 sqft
$269,900$275,000
2599 DOLLY BAY DRIVE UNIT 302, PALM HARBOR
2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,633 sqft
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The numbers that matter
The Dolly Bay market
3
Sold, last 12 months
$278,000
Median sold price
96%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
26 days
Median time to sell
Dolly Bay vs Palm Harbor
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 8.4% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Dolly Bay boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Dolly Bay is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Dolly Bay home
≈ $2,467/mo
$257,850 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$665/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$1,500/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
421
Median age
60
Median income
$86,154
Median home value
$438,200
Beyond the listings
Living in Dolly Bay
Emotional
Top 12% in the U.S.Awestruck
Great things are meant to be shared, and this population is eager to show others what they find to be amazing, beautiful and exciting.
Entertainment
Top 12% in the U.S.Live & Local Music
This population follows the music. From local bands to current acts at the local venue, you can find these people researching band tours and how to get backstage passes.
Lifestyles
Top 15% in the U.S.Nerd Culture
These people aren't afraid to nerd out. Common activities include comic books, video games, and often intellectual pursuits.
Relationships
Top 15% in the U.S.Love & Romance
Love is in the air when this population is present. Includes people expressing their feelings for significant others in special ways. Common activities include anniversaries and date nights.
Culture
Top 16% in the U.S.Sites to See
This population finds the most beautiful sites just by looking up. Sunrise, sunset or sometime in between, these people love to marvel at man-made and natural wonders.
Emotional
Top 16% in the U.S.Gratitude
From generous tipping to standing ovations, this population has a way with giving someone a pat on the back.
Straight answers
Dolly Bay FAQs
Is Dolly Bay a good place to live?+
It's a good fit if you want a quiet, water-oriented community with easy regional access — Tampa International Airport is about 34 minutes away and downtown Tampa around 37. You're also close to Palm Harbor draws like Innisbrook and the sponge docks of Tarpon Springs. The small scale means fewer listings but a calmer, more settled feel.
Is Dolly Bay expensive?+
Not by Palm Harbor standards. The median list price sits at $264,850, with active listings running from about $223,990 to $290,000 — well below what waterfront-adjacent living in the area often commands. It's one of the more attainable entry points in Palm Harbor.
What do homes cost in Dolly Bay?+
Current listings range from $223,990 to $290,000, with a median of $264,850 and an average of $161 per square foot on a median home size of about 1,633 sqft. Over the last 12 months, the median sold price was $262,000, so asking and closing prices are running close together.
How is the market in Dolly Bay?+
It's small and steady — there are 6 active listings right now, and only 3 homes sold over the past year. Properties are averaging 28 days on market and sellers are getting about 97% of asking, which points to a balanced, realistically priced market rather than a frenzy.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA runs about $659 per month, which is typical for a maintained waterfront-style condo community and often covers exterior and common-area upkeep. Median property tax is around $2,873 per year, and if you're weighing renting first, the median rent in the area is about $1,850 per month.
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