1516 NEW BEDFORD DRIVE, SUN CITY CENTER, FL, 33573
Active7 days on marketListed Aug 21, 2026MLS #TB8541043
About this home
1516 NEW BEDFORD DRIVE
Welcome to this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath 2302 sq ft. gorgeous home situated in the highly desirable 55+ community of Sun City Center. This pristine condition home is move in ready. The kitchen has beautiful hardwood cabinets with a lazy Susan in every corner, generous cabinets with pullout drawers and a storage garage for the toaster. Beautiful quartz countertops, stainless-steel appliances, breakfast bar and an adjacent dining area. There’s lots of living space areas including the Florida room which overlooks Lake Simmons. 3 generously sized bedrooms. An Updated master bath which includes a Shower Panel system in stainless steel with a rainfall shower head, jet sprays, handheld shower wand, and tub spout. Very spacious laundry room with a center island and lots of storage cabinets. There are double pane windows for additional insulation plus hurricane shutters for added protection. This beautiful spacious home is loaded with upgrades including crown molding, double sided fireplace, water softener, established landscaping, and so much more. As you step outside to the covered screened and paved lanai to perhaps enjoy a cup of coffee or an adult beverage with a good book or watch the ever-changing views of nature on the beautiful lake.. or relax on the dock. Enjoy the peace and quiet of this large lake in a pontoon boat or kayak or catch and release fishing from the dock. Enjoy beautiful Sunsets. There are Double doors for golf cart parking,. The large wide PAVER circular drive provides more guest parking and easy access to the street. The roof was replaced in October 2020 and the plumbing has been updated to CPVC.. The lawn is irrigated from the lake which saves on the water bill. . Welcome to your new home. . Located close to golf, clubhouses, fitness facilities, pools, pickleball, restaurants, and shopping, this home blends comfort, style, and an unmatched active-adult lifestyle. Move-in ready and truly a must-see. Easy to view. Call for an appointment. You will not be disappointed.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2,302
Sqft
0.26 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
1973
Year built
One
Levels
$178
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record and the real association fee — not generic estimates.
$3,179 /mo · 3.5% down FHA, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
FHA is the default here because it gets you in the door with just 3.5% down. Switch to Conventional or VA below.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
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Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$3,179/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. Your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
Value check
Is the price right?
The internet’s favorite home-value number comes from a single automated model that has never seen the street, the finishes, or the view — which is why it routinely misses by tens of thousands of dollars. The edgeAI estimate combines multiple independent data sources with our team’s on-the-ground expertise in this exact market.
vs edgeAI estimate
+36.5%
$/sqft vs DEL WEBBS SUN CITY FLORIDA UN
$178 vs $176
Days on market
7 vs 58 typical
Where $178/sqft sits among the 26 homes for sale in DEL WEBBS SUN CITY FLORIDA UN
The edgeAI estimate is a starting point, not an appraisal or a broker price opinion. It is generated from public records, listing data and market modeling, and is subject to change once a licensed real estate professional personally inspects the property. Condition, floor, view and lot are not fully captured by any model — ask us for a full comparative market analysis.
Where it sits
Inside Sun City Center
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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SUN CITY CENTER 33573 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
30,820
Median age
68.5
Median income
$68,431
Median home value
$270,600
Avg household
1.98
Households w/ children
1,606
For the school run
Hillsborough County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Sun City Center market
$255K → $260K
Sun City Center median sold, yr/yr
96.4%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
16 of 26
DEL WEBBS SUN CITY FLORIDA UN have cut their price
Median sold price, Sun City Center, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 68% above the SUN CITY CENTER 33573 median. See the full Sun City Center market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 1516 NEW BEDFORD DRIVE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Sep ’25$335,000
1509 BLACKSTONE CIRCLE · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 2,265 sqft · $148/sqft · 193 DOM
Sold · Jan ’26$265,000
604 OJAI AVENUE · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,736 sqft · $153/sqft · 108 DOM
Sold · Mar ’26$170,000
1915 W DEL WEBB BOULEVARD · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,733 sqft · $98/sqft · 57 DOM
Closed-sale data from the MLS, last 12 months, selected for similarity in size and location. No two homes are identical — ask us for a full comparative analysis.
Your home team
The pros in your corner
Buying a home is two conversations — the home and the money. Here’s who handles each, side by side, already working together.
Your agent
Kevin Johnson
CEO & Managing Broker · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 1516 NEW BEDFORD DRIVE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 1516 NEW BEDFORD DRIVE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
1516 NEW BEDFORD DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 1516 NEW BEDFORD DRIVE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $3,179/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $32/mo association fee and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
How much are the HOA fees at 1516 NEW BEDFORD DRIVE?+
The association fee works out to $32 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 1516 NEW BEDFORD DRIVE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $4,706. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
Are pets allowed at 1516 NEW BEDFORD DRIVE?+
The listing reports pets: Cats OK, Dogs OK. Communities often layer on breed or weight rules — we'll verify the specifics with the association before you commit.
How does the price compare to other homes in Sun City Center?+
At $410,000, this home is listed about 52% above the Sun City Center median of $269,900. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 1516 NEW BEDFORD DRIVE?+
Cypress Creek Elementary School (elementary), Shields Middle School (middle), Lennard High School (high), Patricia Sullivan Metropolitan Ministries Partnership School (elementary) — Hillsborough County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Three things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$410,000 runs 68% above the SUN CITY CENTER 33573 median — but at 2,302 sqft it's also 47% larger than the typical Sun City Center listing.
02Water views
The water view is part of what you're buying — views hold value independently of the structure.
03Fresh on the market
Only 7 days on market in a Sun City Center market that averages 58 — if it fits, move quickly.
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Listing courtesy of RE/MAX BAYSIDE REALTY LLC · Marlene Bonham Lovett. MLS #TB8541043.
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