3615 S LIGHTNER DRIVE, TAMPA, FL, 33629
Active3 days on marketListed Oct 9, 2026MLS #TB8553197
About this home
3615 S LIGHTNER DRIVE
3615 S Lightner Drive, a brand-new luxury residence in coveted Bel Mar Shores offering 4,859 heated square feet, exceptional construction, and some of the best indoor-outdoor living South Tampa has to offer. Designed with South Tampa living in mind, the home features an elevated foundation design and reinforced construction throughout, pairing quality craftsmanship with an elevated aesthetic. Every finish, fixture, and material has been hand-selected by a designer, creating a home that feels cohesive, sophisticated, and incredibly well curated. From the moment you enter, this home makes a statement. A grand entrance opens to expansive living spaces, an impressive open dining area, and a beautifully designed kitchen with two separate pantry spaces, all flowing effortlessly together. An oversized two-car garage features soaring ceilings with the ability to accommodate car lifts, offering additional flexibility for vehicle storage. But the real showstopper is the entertaining space. The first floor opens to a massive covered indoor-outdoor living area, oversized pool, and fully equipped outdoor kitchen with high-end appliances. Upstairs, a spacious loft leads to a second expansive covered patio overlooking the backyard, giving you yet another incredible place to entertain or unwind. The primary suite is equally impressive, complete with a dream closet featuring custom built-ins, beautiful uplighting, and a gorgeous quartz island. Beyond the design, plans call for reinforced 8-inch CMU along the first-floor load-bearing walls, reinforced concrete footings and slab, structural steel components, and engineered framing. Minutes from Bayshore Boulevard, Hyde Park, Downtown Tampa, Tampa International Airport, and some of South Tampa's best dining and shopping, 3615 S Lightner isn't just another new build. It's a home designed to make an impression and made to entertain.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
5
Bedrooms
4.5
Bathrooms
4,859
Sqft
0.19 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
2026
Year built
Two
Levels
$533
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.
$15,257 /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
$15,257/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
+5.9%
$/sqft vs BEL MAR SHORES REV
$533 vs $557
Days on market
3 vs 64 typical
Where $533/sqft sits among the 6 homes for sale in BEL MAR SHORES REV
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 South Westshore
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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South Westshore — neighborhood snapshot
Population
2,215
Median age
38
Median income
$188,888
Median home value
$749,534
Avg household
3
Households w/ children
369
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)
2 of 6
BEL MAR SHORES REV have cut their price
Median sold price, Tampa, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 160% above the TAMPA 33629 median. See the full Tampa market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 3615 S LIGHTNER DRIVE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Aug ’26$2,435,000
3602 S BELCHER DRIVE · same community
5 bd · 5.5 ba · 4,812 sqft · $506/sqft · 249 DOM
Sold · Mar ’26$2,500,000
4814 W EUCLID AVENUE · same community
5 bd · 5.5 ba · 4,746 sqft · $527/sqft · 38 DOM
Sold · Jun ’26$2,400,000
3626 S BELCHER DRIVE · same community
5 bd · 4.5 ba · 5,072 sqft · $473/sqft · 203 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 3615 S LIGHTNER DRIVE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 3615 S LIGHTNER DRIVE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
3615 S LIGHTNER DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 3615 S LIGHTNER DRIVE?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $15,257/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 3615 S LIGHTNER DRIVE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $1,801. 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 $2,590,000, this home is listed about 495% above the Tampa median of $435,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 3615 S LIGHTNER DRIVE?+
Coleman Middle School (middle), Mabry Elementary School (elementary), Plant 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
Four things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$2,590,000 runs 160% above the TAMPA 33629 median — but at 4,859 sqft it's also nearly 3 times the size of 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.
03Fresh on the market
Only 3 days on market in a Tampa market that averages 64 — if it fits, move quickly.
04Strong assigned schools
Coleman Middle School, Mabry Elementary School, Plant High School, Patricia Sullivan Metropolitan Ministries Partnership School — Coleman Middle School rates 5 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
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Listing courtesy of COMPASS FLORIDA LLC · Dilan Scargle. MLS #TB8553197.
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