Welcome to the sought-after waterfront community of Bay Colony, where boating enthusiasts enjoy direct deep-water access to Terra Ceia Bay with no bridges to the bay. This well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home features a 30-foot dock and boat lift, plus a spacious turning basin capable of accommodating larger vessels. Relax on the front porch and enjoy refreshing bay breezes, partial sunset views, and the laid-back coastal lifestyle that makes this community so desirable. Recent updates include new flooring, sinks, lighting, ceiling fans, and water heater, along with a new air conditioning system, fresh interior paint, attractive moldings, and storm shutters on select windows. The oversized side yard provides ample room to park a boat trailer, RV, or other recreational equipment. Bay Colony's deed restrictions allow for a variety of uses while helping preserve the character and appeal of the neighborhood. Never flooded during previous flood events. Conveniently located near I-75, US-19, US-41, and I-275, this home offers easy access throughout the Tampa Bay region. With Terra Ceia Bay and the Gulf waters beyond accessible from your backyard, you can enjoy boating, island hopping, fishing, and exploring destinations far beyond Florida's shores.
For sale
Price cut: $27K (9/3)
$623,000
4608 ARLINGTON ROAD, PALMETTO, FL 34221
3beds
1,630sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1966
6,625 Square Feet Lot
$599,800 Zestimate®
$382/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Fresh interior paintPartial sunset viewsNew flooringAttractive moldingsNew air conditioning system
- 107 days
- 522
- 38
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Tim Lester 941-981-5388,
TIM LESTER INTERNAT'L REALTY 941-981-5388
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: A4697222
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Attic
Primary bedroom
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 161.7 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x14.7
Bedroom 2
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 101.21 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.11x11.11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 112.11 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.1x11.1
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 102.06 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8.1x12.6
Family room
- Level: First
- Area: 272.7 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.1x27
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 166.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.1x15
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 242.35 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.1x18.5
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Luxury Vinyl
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,093
- Total interior livable area: 1,630 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Boat, Circular Driveway, Driveway, Guest
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: Garage Dimensions: 12x23
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Awning(s)
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, Canal
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Canal
- Waterfront features: Bay/Harbor Front, Canal Front, Waterfront, Canal - Saltwater, Saltwater Canal Access, Lift, Seawall
- Body of water: TERRA CEIA BAY
Lot
- Size: 6,625 Square Feet
- Features: FloodZone, In County, Unincorporated
Details
- Parcel number: 2226000004
- Zoning: RSF4.5/C
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Florida,Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Completed
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1966
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Bay/Harbor Front, Canal Front, Community Boat Ramp, Fishing, Water Access, Waterfront, Dog Park, Golf Carts OK
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
- Subdivision: PALMETTO SKYWAY REP
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Palmetto
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $382/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $561,454
- Annual tax amount: $7,690
- Date on market: 6/16/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 178 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 0
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$599,800
$570,000 - $630,000
$2,333/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/3/2026 | Price change | $623,000-4.2%$382/sqft |
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| 6/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $650,000-7%$399/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 6/10/2026 | Listing removed | $699,000$429/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 4/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $699,000+41.2%$429/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 6/6/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4572336 Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2023 | Listed for rent | $2,950+78.8%$2/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4572336 Report a problem | ||
| 7/5/2014 | Listing removed | $1,650$1/sqft |
Source: KELLER WILLIAMS ON THE WATER #M5900493 Report a problem | ||
| 7/4/2014 | Listed for rent | $1,650$1/sqft |
Source: KELLER WILLIAMS ON THE WATER #M5900493 Report a problem | ||
| 5/20/2005 | Sold | $495,000+120%$304/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/6/2002 | Sold | $225,000$138/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,690 +8.1% | $517,703 +10% |
| 2024 | $7,115 +6.8% | $470,639 +10% |
| 2023 | $6,661 +8.8% | $427,854 +10% |
| 2022 | $6,120 +15.8% | $388,958 +10% |
| 2021 | $5,284 +9% | $353,598 +10% |
| 2020 | $4,848 +6.2% | $321,453 +7.6% |
| 2019 | $4,563 +2.3% | $298,759 +1.2% |
| 2018 | $4,460 | $295,120 +8.2% |
| 2017 | -- | $272,775 +17.3% |
| 2016 | $3,026 | $232,525 +7.8% |
| 2015 | $3,026 | $215,650 +12.1% |
| 2014 | $3,026 +6.7% | $192,434 +8.5% |
| 2013 | $2,836 +283474% | $177,337 +1.5% |
| 2012 | $1 | $174,781 -1.3% |
| 2011 | $1 | $177,151 -6.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $189,532 -21.3% |
| 2009 | $3,806 -10.7% | $240,726 -15.4% |
| 2008 | $4,263 -16.8% | $284,634 -14.8% |
| 2007 | $5,125 -11.2% | $334,032 -4% |
| 2006 | $5,770 +87.1% | $347,885 +69.6% |
| 2005 | $3,084 +1.9% | $205,097 +3% |
| 2004 | $3,026 +1.2% | $199,123 +2.6% |
| 2003 | $2,990 +20.8% | $194,076 +39.3% |
| 2002 | $2,475 +88.6% | $139,288 +38.7% |
| 2001 | $1,312 +1.3% | $100,424 +3% |
| 2000 | $1,296 | $97,499 |
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