6518 APPALOOSA DRIVE, TAMPA, FL, 33625
Active17 days on marketListed Sep 3, 2026MLS #TB8545197
About this home
6518 APPALOOSA DRIVE
Virtually Staged. Welcome to this beautiful 4-bedroom, 2-full-bath home in the highly sought-after Greater Carrollwood area! Offering over 2,000 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, this exceptional home immediately impresses with its soaring vaulted ceilings, oversized windows, and an abundance of natural light that creates a bright, open, and inviting atmosphere throughout. The clean, neutral aesthetic provides a timeless backdrop, while the spacious layout offers both comfort and functionality. The formal living area features a striking fireplace surrounded by custom stonework, creating a warm and elegant focal point. The heart of the home is the completely updated kitchen, thoughtfully designed with high-end finishes, extensive double cabinetry, ample storage, and generous counter space, creating a beautiful and highly functional space for both everyday living and effortless entertaining. The spacious primary suite offers a true retreat, featuring a luxurious ensuite bathroom with a soaking tub, separate stand-up shower, and custom walk-in closet designed to provide exceptional organization and storage. The additional bedrooms also feature custom closets, maximizing both style and functionality. The fourth bedroom offers incredible versatility and is beautifully appointed with custom cabinetry, making it an ideal home office, study, or flex space with plenty of room for all your work-from-home needs. Step outside to your private screened-in and fully fenced backyard, where a heated pool overlooks a peaceful conservation lot. This serene setting creates the perfect backdrop for relaxing, entertaining, and enjoying Florida's outdoor lifestyle year-round. Major improvements and updates provide added comfort and peace of mind, including a newer 4-year-old AC system, an approximately 11-year-old roof, pool water heater, 5 inch wood baseboards, hurricane double pane slider, and wood hurricane shutters. Ideally located near top-rated schools, shopping, dining, entertainment, and major roadways, this exceptional Carrollwood home offers the perfect blend of luxury, convenience, and Florida living. Don't miss your opportunity to make this beautifully updated home your own—schedule your private showing today!
Facts & features
The home at a glance
4
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2,175
Sqft
0.18 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
1992
Year built
One
Levels
$271
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.
$3,962 /mo · 10% down Conventional, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
Above the FHA loan limit for our service areas, so Conventional is the default. VA buyers: switch below — $0 down.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Run your own numbers
FHA isn’t available at this price — the loan would exceed the $541,287 FHA limit for our service areas.
Estimated payment
$3,962/mo
Includes estimated PMI — it drops off once you reach 20% equity. 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
−1.6%
$/sqft vs Tampa actives
$271 vs $291
Days on market
17 vs 43 typical
Where $271/sqft sits among the 400 Tampa actives
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 Tampa
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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TAMPA 33625 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
29,341
Median age
42.4
Median income
$83,907
Median home value
$341,600
Avg household
2.53
Households w/ children
3,127
For the school run
Hillsborough County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Tampa market
$413K → $435K
Tampa median sold, yr/yr
97.0%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
244 of 400
Tampa actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Tampa, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 47% above the TAMPA 33625 median. See the full Tampa market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 6518 APPALOOSA DRIVE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Jun ’26$585,000
6512 STEEPLECHASE DRIVE · same community
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,230 sqft · $262/sqft · 8 DOM
Sold · Mar ’26$690,000
6528 STEEPLECHASE DRIVE · same community
5 bd · 4 ba · 2,114 sqft · $326/sqft · 13 DOM
Sold · Feb ’26$500,000
6527 STEEPLECHASE DRIVE · same community
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,471 sqft · $202/sqft · 53 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
Kemarie Johnson
REALTOR® · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 6518 APPALOOSA DRIVE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 6518 APPALOOSA DRIVE — before you fall in love.
See it in person
Schedule a tour
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Straight answers
6518 APPALOOSA DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 6518 APPALOOSA DRIVE?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $3,962/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $39/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 6518 APPALOOSA DRIVE?+
The association fee works out to $39 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 6518 APPALOOSA DRIVE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $4,299. 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 6518 APPALOOSA 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 Tampa?+
At $589,900, this home is listed about 31% above the Tampa median of $449,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 6518 APPALOOSA DRIVE?+
Hill Middle School (middle), Essrig Elementary School (elementary), Gaither 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
$589,900 runs 47% above the TAMPA 33625 median — but at 2,175 sqft it's also 37% larger than the typical Tampa listing.
02Your own pool
A private pool — the feature Florida buyers ask for first, already in the ground and included in the price.
03Strong assigned schools
Hill Middle School, Essrig Elementary School, Gaither High School, Patricia Sullivan Metropolitan Ministries Partnership School — Gaither High School rates 4 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
Keep looking
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Listing courtesy of FUTURE HOME REALTY INC · Giselle Rodriguez. MLS #TB8545197.
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