THE DARWYN COOKE HOUSE
Historic Mid-Century Character - Fully Furnished - Walking distance to Downtown Safety Harbor
Discover a beautifully renovated and fully furnished mid-century home in one of Safety Harbor's most charming locations. Just a few blocks from Main Street, this unique property blends vintage character with modern comfort and offers an inviting indoor-outdoor Florida lifestyle.
The home features a beautiful, private backyard surrounded by nature, highlighted by a magnificent mature oak tree, palm trees, and lush landscaping an ideal setting for morning coffee, entertaining, or simply enjoying the Florida sunshine.
A Home with a Story
Are you a fan of DC Comics, Batman, or Catwoman? This home has a unique piece of comic-book history. Celebrated comic book writer and artist Darwyn Cooke, known for his influential work in the DC universe, once lived here. His connection to the home adds a special layer of character and history that you won't find in an ordinary rental.
Home Features
* Fully furnished for a convenient, move-in-ready experience
* Recently renovated mid-century home
* Central A/C and heating
* Abundant natural light
* Durable concrete flooring
* Large closets and generous storage
* Dishwasher
* Electric stove and oven
* Microwave
* Washer and dryer
* Beautiful private backyard with mature landscaping
* Magnificent oak tree and palm trees
Prime Safety Harbor Location
Enjoy the convenience of being within walking distance of Main Street, local restaurants and cafes, supermarkets, the marina, Folly Farm, the library, and Safety Harbor Elementary School.
The home also offers easy access by car to local shopping, some of the Tampa Bay area's top beaches, airports, parks, and outdoor attractions making it an excellent choice for anyone who enjoys the best of the Florida lifestyle.
- 12 to 24 month lease rental property only (option to extend may be available but not guaranteed).
- Security deposit and 1st month rent required upon signing a lease
- Renter pays for all utilities
- No smoking allowed inside the property
- Fully furnished property
- Renter is responsible for keeping grass cut, leaves raked, trees and shrubs pruned & disposed appropriately, place garbage & recycling in designated bins for waste collection
- Renter is responsible for fumigation to ensure insects are kept outside of the property
- No damages to property permitted; if damages occur it will be removed from security deposit and may require additional payment depending on the circumstance
- Renter is responsible for cleaning air filter for central air 1x every 2 months
- Owner can enter property for maintenance as needed (Quarterly at least) and with tenant permission
- Up to 2 cars maximum allowed on property driveway
House for rent
Accepts Zillow applications
$3,195/mo
1212 Dr Martin Luther King Jr St N, Safety Harbor, FL 34695
3beds
1,414sqft
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Single family residence
Available Tue Sep 1 2026
No pets
Air conditioner, central air
In unit laundry
Off street parking
Central, forced air
What's special
Recently renovated mid-century homePalm treesAbundant natural lightMagnificent mature oak treeElectric stove and ovenWasher and dryerLush landscaping
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Central, Forced Air
Cooling
- Air Conditioner, Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave Oven, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,414 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
- Details: Contact manager
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Disabled Access
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
Details
- Parcel number: 042916800280150030
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Community & HOA
HOA
- Amenities included: Parking
Location
- Region: Safety Harbor
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/16/2026 | Price change | $3,195-8.6%$2/sqft |
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| 8/9/2026 | Listed for rent | $3,495+17.5%$2/sqft |
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| 10/14/2024 | Listing removed | $2,975$2/sqft |
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| 6/28/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/20/2024 | Price change | $2,975-8.5%$2/sqft |
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| 5/14/2024 | Listed for rent | $3,250+22.6%$2/sqft |
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| 9/27/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 9/24/2022 | Price change | $2,650-1.9%$2/sqft |
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| 9/13/2022 | Listed for rent | $2,700$2/sqft |
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| 3/23/2020 | Sold | $231,000-1.7%$163/sqft |
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| 2/19/2020 | Pending sale | $234,900$166/sqft |
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| 2/15/2020 | Listed for sale | $234,900$166/sqft |
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| 2/5/2020 | Pending sale | $234,900$166/sqft |
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| 1/26/2020 | Price change | $234,900-6%$166/sqft |
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| 1/3/2020 | Listed for sale | $249,900+194%$177/sqft |
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| 12/21/2012 | Sold | $85,000-42.6%$60/sqft |
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| 7/14/2006 | Sold | $148,000+142.6%$105/sqft |
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| 7/2/1997 | Sold | $61,000$43/sqft |
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Neighborhood: 34695
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Safety Harbor Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 6/10Safety Harbor Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 5/10Countryside High SchoolGrades: PK,9-12Distance: 2.2 mi







