
5819 IMPERIAL KEY, TAMPA, FL, 33615
Active39 days on marketListed Sep 4, 2026MLS #TB8545503
About this home
5819 IMPERIAL KEY
Palm trees, pool days, postcard canal views, and your own private dock with TWO covered boat lifts—this is Florida WATERFRONT living with direct saltwater access & the open bay just minutes away! This elevated 3-bedroom + Office (or 4th bedroom), 2-bath pool & spa home blends coastal lifestyle, boating convenience, and smart peace of mind. Thoughtfully reconstructed, remodeled, & elevated between 2010–2012, the living areas stayed high & dry through past storms while offering the comfort, flow, and modern features buyers love. Lush landscaping, swaying palms, and coastal character welcome you home. Inside, an impressive 14' ceiling foyer transitions to light-filled living spaces with 10' ceilings, architectural details, and sweeping canal views. The renovated kitchen is designed for real life and entertaining with premium solid wood soft-close cabinetry, pull-out storage, under-cabinet lighting, granite counters, stainless appliances, cooktop with vent hood, wall oven, microwave/convection oven, dual sink stations, walk-in pantry, and breakfast bar. Nearby breakfast nook and dining area offer flexible dining options. The Great Room brings the view front and center, with a wall of windows and sliders framing the pool, spa, and canal beyond. Out back, the Florida lifestyle takes center stage! The screened saltwater pool, spa, and expansive patio set the scene for sunny afternoons, easy entertaining, and peaceful canal views. Catch dolphins and manatees playfully passing by, then follow the flagstone path to your seawall and private dock with power, water, floating dock, and TWO covered boat lifts with wireless remotes. Bring the boats, kayaks, fishing gear, and water toys—direct & open Bay access just minutes away! Back inside, the Office, with greenery-view, flexes as a workspace, creative studio, playroom, or optional 4th bedroom with two adjacent closets. The spacious Primary Suite with proper entry offers privacy, pool access, water views, sitting area, organized walk-in closet, and spa-inspired bath with dual sinks, granite vanity, strategically placed in-cabinet appliance outlets, storage tower, water closet, jetted soaking tub, oversized walk-in shower with bench, and unique & custom balsa wood window insert with coastal bird detail. Two generous bedrooms, guest bath, & extra storage sit opposite in a split-plan layout for privacy. Practical perks include interior laundry with sink, cabinetry, & storage closet; oversized 2-car garage with cabinetry, racks, & utility sink; plus vinyl-fenced yard with gates, resin sheds, & irrigation system. Bonus features: New pool pump & Jacuzzi blower, interior paint, and garage door spring in 2026; pool vacuum 2025; roof 2024; pool rescreen 2023; A/C 2022; Pro Elite whole-house water treatment with new carbon filter; solar hot water with electric backup; decked attic for extra storage with two pull-down stair access points; wider halls & doors; high-capacity closets; windows impact-rated or hurricane shutters; security system; & professional landscaping with new edging & refreshed mulch. Located in Tampa Shores Imperial Key, a waterfront community offering a laid-back coastal lifestyle, social activities, resident boat ramp, & no HOA. Convenient to airport, Target, Publix, shopping, beaches, & dockside restaurants by boat. Short-term rentals allowed within county/state rules. Boating, poolside relaxing, entertaining, and everyday waterside living—it’s all waiting in your backyard. Paradise found!
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2,574
Sqft
0.19 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
1973
Year built
One
Levels
$379
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 — not generic estimates.
$6,305 /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
$6,305/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
+9.4%
$/sqft vs Tampa actives
$379 vs $289
Days on market
39 vs 64 typical
Where $379/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 Shores
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Tampa Shores — neighborhood snapshot
Population
1,400
Median age
40
Median income
$77,901
Median home value
$523,900
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
201
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 → $430K
Tampa median sold, yr/yr
97.0%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
223 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 165% above the TAMPA 33615 median. See the full Tampa market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 5819 IMPERIAL KEY
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · May ’26$815,000
5804 TAMPA SHORES BOULEVARD · same community
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,125 sqft · $384/sqft · 67 DOM
Sold · Jan ’26$443,000
5802 TAMPA SHORES BOULEVARD · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,397 sqft · $317/sqft · 7 DOM
Sold · Mar ’26$450,000
8940 ROCKY CREEK DRIVE
4 bd · 4 ba · 2,577 sqft · $175/sqft · 49 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
Donna Layton
Real Estate Agent · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 5819 IMPERIAL KEY — start here.

Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 5819 IMPERIAL KEY — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
5819 IMPERIAL KEY FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 5819 IMPERIAL KEY?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $6,305/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill 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.
What are the property taxes on 5819 IMPERIAL KEY?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $6,221. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
How does the price compare to other homes in Tampa?+
At $975,000, this home is listed about 124% above the Tampa median of $435,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 5819 IMPERIAL KEY?+
Alonso High School (high), Bay Crest Elementary School (elementary), Farnell Middle School (middle), 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
$975,000 runs 165% above the TAMPA 33615 median — but at 2,574 sqft it's also 64% larger than the typical Tampa listing.
02Waterfront living
This home sits directly on the water — the single scarcest feature in Florida inventory and the strongest long-term value anchor.
03Strong assigned schools
Alonso High School, Bay Crest Elementary School, Farnell Middle School, Patricia Sullivan Metropolitan Ministries Partnership School — Alonso High School rates 4 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
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Listing courtesy of CENTURY 21 INTEGRA · Ginger Bozied. MLS #TB8545503.
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