3157 MISSION GROVE DRIVE, PALM HARBOR, FL, 34684
Active75 days on marketListed May 23, 2026MLS #TB8510526
About this home
3157 MISSION GROVE DRIVE
This is the LOWEST PRICED 2 Bedroom in FANTASTIC HIGHLAND LAKES - where GOLF is INCLUDED in the LOW $164 a month HOA FEE! This POOLSIDE Villa with CARPORT, Large STORAGE LOCKER features a BRAND NEW HVAC! DOUBLE PANE WINDOWS! UPDATED ELECTRICAL PANEL! and FRESHLY PAINTED! Neutral 18-inch CERAMIC Tile in the living room and bedrooms that blends seamlessly with any decor. A Spacious feel with a kitchen pass-through that OPENS to the Dining Area, Living room, and into an enclosed Florida Room with Vinyl Windows (for year-round enjoyment). The Florida Room overlooks peaceful green space, which is expandable by building an Outdoor Patio (with Four 12-inch pavers). The 2nd Bedroom with a walk-in closet also looks over the pool. Enjoy a refreshing swim as the sun sets over the pool, with the sun streaming right into your kitchen and guest bedroom/office. The CARPORT has a LARGE STORAGE LOCKER, which fits a Kayak, bicycle, etc. Some units have converted the smaller closet into a space for a Washer/dryer, although the community machines are right next to the pool. Located in the back of the complex, so there's less road noise, and in a NON Evacuation zone, & Flood Insurance is not required. This is a fabulous opportunity to buy into the vibrant 55+ community of HIGHLAND LAKES on LAKE TARPON with all of its Amazing Amenities. GOLF for "FREE" on 3 Executive Golf Courses, PICKLEBALL, TENNIS, BOCCE, Shuffleboard, PLUS STORE YOUR BOAT or RV for FREE, Cruise on PONTOON Boats, enjoy the HEATED POOLS and SPA, try your hand at Stained-glass, Ceramics, or build a birdhouse in a full Wood Working Workshop. With over 40 other clubs, there's always something to do. Best of ALL, it is ALL INCLUDED in the LOW monthly HOA fee of $164.00! The monthly maintenance fee of only $628 covers the Roof, Insurance, Water, Sewer, Trash, Cable TV, Internet, and ground Maintenance. Giving you the FUN, EASY-LIVING FLORIDA LIFESTYLE, Highland Lakes, where RECREATION MEETS RELAXATION!
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
806
Sqft
0 ac
Lot size
1976
Year built
One
Levels
$145
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 and the real association fee — not generic estimates.
$1,253 /mo · 3.5% down FHA, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
FHA is the default here because it gets you in the door with just 3.5% down. Switch to Conventional or VA below.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
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Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$1,253/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. 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
−18.7%
$/sqft vs Palm Harbor actives
$145 vs $264
Days on market
75 vs 48 typical
Where $145/sqft sits among the 400 Palm Harbor 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.
The investor lens
Two ways this home pays
This home sits inside High Grove, a community zoned to allow true short-term rentals — so it can earn as a nightly rental or a traditional lease. Here’s how the two paths compare.
Short-term rental · projected
$28,283/yr gross
Projected nightly rate, occupancy and annual revenue for this exact home.
Long-term rental
$2,125/mo median
Live Palm Harbor rental listing data — this home’s rate depends on size, condition and furnishing.
The Florida short-term market
▼ Softening48%
Occupancy
▼ 25% yr/yr
$307
Avg nightly rate
▲ 10% yr/yr
$36K/yr
Revenue per listing
$155
RevPAR
59 days
Booking lead time
6.2 nights
Avg stay
5
Typical min nights
303
Active rentals
▼ 3% supply
Seasonality — monthly occupancy
Peaks at 69% in Mar · bottoms at 36% in Sep
Last 12 months of data, January–December, bars scaled to the seasonal peak. Market-wide averages across all home sizes in Florida — the projection above is specific to this home’s size.
Where it sits
Inside Highland Lakes
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
High Grove is a short-term-rental community. See the full guide →
Highland Lakes — neighborhood snapshot
Population
5,270
Median age
69
Median income
$65,822
Median home value
$287,444
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
226
For the school run
Pinellas County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Palm Harbor market
$420K → $445K
Palm Harbor median sold, yr/yr
96.4%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
215 of 400
Palm Harbor actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Palm Harbor, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 53% below the PALM HARBOR 34684 median. See the full Palm Harbor market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 3157 MISSION GROVE DRIVE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Feb ’26$150,000
3140 HIGHLANDS BOULEVARD UNIT F · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 866 sqft · $173/sqft · 154 DOM
Sold · Nov ’25$150,000
3150 MISSION GROVE DRIVE UNIT 3150 · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 866 sqft · $173/sqft · 28 DOM
Sold · Jul ’26$112,500
3156 HIGHLANDS BOULEVARD UNIT A · same community
1 bd · 1 ba · 636 sqft · $177/sqft · 11 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
David Ramirez
Real Estate Agent · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 3157 MISSION GROVE DRIVE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 3157 MISSION GROVE DRIVE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
3157 MISSION GROVE DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 3157 MISSION GROVE DRIVE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $1,253/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $164/mo association fee 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.
How much are the HOA fees at 3157 MISSION GROVE DRIVE?+
The association fee works out to $164 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 3157 MISSION GROVE DRIVE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $2,261. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
Can 3157 MISSION GROVE DRIVE be rented short-term?+
Yes — this home sits inside High Grove, a community zoned to allow short-term rentals. Nightly-rental income could change the math on this purchase entirely; request a free rental income analysis and our team will prepare projections for this exact home.
Are pets allowed at 3157 MISSION GROVE DRIVE?+
The listing reports pets: No. Communities often layer on breed or weight rules — we'll verify the specifics with the association before you commit.
How does the price compare to other homes in Palm Harbor?+
At $117,000, this home is listed about 69% below the Palm Harbor median of $379,945. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 3157 MISSION GROVE DRIVE?+
Joseph L. Carwise Middle School (middle), Highland Lakes Elementary School (elementary), Palm Harbor University High (high) — Pinellas County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Five things that matter here
01Under the PALM HARBOR 34684 market on paper
$117,000 is 53% below the PALM HARBOR 34684 median of $250,000, and at $145/sqft it sits under the Palm Harbor average of $272.
02Zoned for nightly rentals
High Grove is one of the communities zoned to allow true short-term rentals — nightly income could change the math on this purchase entirely. Ask for the free rental analysis below.
03Garden & Pool views
The garden and pool view is part of what you're buying — views hold value independently of the structure.
04Strong assigned schools
Joseph L. Carwise Middle School, Highland Lakes Elementary School, Palm Harbor University High — Joseph L. Carwise Middle School rates 4 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
05The price has already moved
Listed at $123,000, now $117,000 — a $6K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of RAGSDALE RESIDENTIAL REALTY · Sheri Ragsdale. MLS #TB8510526.
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