Welcome to a boater’s paradise in the charming Bay Colony community! This newly updated WATERFRONT home offers a blend of modern elegance and timeless charm. Built in 1965, this two-bedroom, two-bath gem spans 1,519 square feet and sits directly on a DEEPWATER canal, providing direct access to the Gulf of Mexico right outside your door. There are NO HOA fees or rental restrictions! What a great investment opportunity and/or excellent rental income. This gorgeous home features a 7,500-pound DOUBLE BOAT LIFT, ideal for two boats or a pontoon, and a 22-foot boat dock to suit your needs. The expansive back patio overlooks the canal, offering a peaceful setting for morning coffee or evening cocktails. There is 220-volt plug ready for a hot tub. Inside, the home has been tastefully completely updated in the last six months, with NEW white cabinets and white quartz countertops, complemented by new top-quality stainless steel appliances. The classic terrazzo floors maintain the home's original character, while upgraded baths, add a touch of luxury. Recent major updates include a NEW roof and air conditioner, a new water heater and a new irrigation pump. Large storage room, with canal view, has endless opportunities for office space, storage, whatever your needs are. Hurricane shutters are included. Conveniently just off U.S. 275 and Interstate 75 near the Skyway Bridge, you’ll have easy access to St. Petersburg and Tampa. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to live the coastal lifestyle and schedule your private showing today.
For sale
Price cut: $19.5K (7/19)
$649,500
4908 Arlington Rd, Palmetto, FL 34221
2beds
1,519sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1965
8,999 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$428/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Boat dockModern eleganceDouble boat liftTimeless charmDeepwater canalWhite quartz countertopsWaterfront home
- 148 days
- on Zillow |
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- 25 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 18, 2025 at 06:13pm
Listing Provided by:
Mary Northrup 941-544-0763,
PREMIER SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY 941-907-9541
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: A4645949
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Family Room, Storage Rooms
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15x11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x15
Dinette
- Level: First
- Area: 72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8x9
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15x12
Family room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x11
Living room
- Level: First
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Stone Counters
- Flooring: Terrazzo
- Windows: Drapes, Window Treatments, Hurricane Shutters
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,107
- Total interior livable area: 1,519 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Boat, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Workshop in Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: Garage Dimensions: 17x23
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Irrigation System, Rain Gutters
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, Canal
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Canal
- Waterfront features: Canal - Saltwater, Bay/Harbor Access, Saltwater Canal Access, Gulf/Ocean Access, Lift, Seawall
- Body of water: TERRA CEIA BAY
Lot
- Size: 8,999 Square Feet
- Features: Flood Insurance Required, FloodZone
- Residential vegetation: Trees/Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 2227400005
- Zoning: RSF4.5/C
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Completed
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1965
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Public, Sprinkler Well, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Community Boat Ramp, Water Access
- Subdivision: PALMETTO SKYWAY REP
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
Location
- Region: Palmetto
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $428/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $569,524
- Annual tax amount: $3,349
- Date on market: 3/24/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 0
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved, Asphalt
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