
18824 ALDER GLEN DRIVE, LUTZ, FL, 33558
Active60 days on marketListed Jun 3, 2026MLS #TB8513958
About this home
18824 ALDER GLEN DRIVE
Stunning large residence in Birchwood Preserve, one of Lutz’s most desirable gated communities with one of Hillsborough County’s most sought-after A-rated school districts. This beautiful 6 bedroom/4 bath home is tucked back into a quiet street with a higher elevation in the community but still enjoys easy access to all the neighborhood amenities. Built in 2018, this special floor plan gives you a 1st floor primary along with 3 other bedrooms, a spacious kitchen, great room, dining room and laundry room. Once you go upstairs you have another large family room that can be used in so many ways. There are two additional bedrooms with custom closets and a jack and jill bathroom as well. If you like to entertain, you are going to love the amazing kitchen offering 42" white cabinets, large island, custom herringbone backsplash and quartz countertops, built-out pantry, reverse osmosis system and coffee bar. The beautiful lighting has been upgraded along with crown molding throughout and an extension of the doors out to a peaceful screened patio and fenced backyard which complete the family and the entertainment friendly spaces beautifully. The primary retreat looks out to the private back yard and is filled with light. The bathroom has a spacious glass shower with multiple shower heads, water closet and double vanity that leads into a large custom closest. The house is filled with great storage and organization solutions with multiple linen closets, under stair storage, and a 3-car garage with finished flooring and drop-down ceiling storage. Upgrades are too numerous to count but include: updated landscaping, new LVP throughout 2nd floor, upgraded bathroom with soaker tub, full home water softener, UV protection for windows, electric shades, plantation shutters, monitored security system with 4 exterior cameras, keyless entry, and permanent outdoor lighting controlled by an app on your phone. Residents of Birchwood Preserve enjoy access to beautifully maintained community amenities, including a resort-style swimming pool, playground, and walking paths — all within a secure gated setting that fosters a true neighborhood feel. Conveniently located near McKitrick Elementary School, Lutz Preparatory School, Martinez Middle and Steinbrenner High School. This property is also conveniently located just off Dale Mabry Hwy with no CDD fees and easy access to shopping, parks, as well as the Dale Mabry connector exit to and from the Veterans Expressway! Make an appointment to see this fabulous home today!
Facts & features
The home at a glance
6
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
4,169
Sqft
0.17 ac
Lot size
3
Garage
2019
Year built
Two
Levels
$231
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.
$7,036 /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
$7,036/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
−12.5%
$/sqft vs Lutz actives
$231 vs $243
Days on market
60 vs 35 typical
Where $231/sqft sits among the 269 Lutz 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.
Where it sits
Inside Lutz
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Get to know Lutz. See the full Lutz guide →
LUTZ 33558 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
30,912
Median age
40.4
Median income
$107,427
Median home value
$479,300
Avg household
2.76
Households w/ children
4,377
For the school run
Pasco County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Lutz market
$580K → $487K
Lutz median sold, yr/yr
97.0%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
158 of 269
Lutz actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Lutz, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 130% above the LUTZ 33558 median. See the full Lutz market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 18824 ALDER GLEN DRIVE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Apr ’26$1,680,000
4121 HIGHLAND PARK CIRCLE
5 bd · 4.5 ba · 4,157 sqft · $404/sqft · 345 DOM
Sold · May ’26$950,000
18909 APIAN WAY
5 bd · 4.5 ba · 4,111 sqft · $231/sqft · 50 DOM
Sold · Oct ’25$900,000
19103 HARBOR COVE CT
6 bd · 4 ba · 3,999 sqft · $225/sqft · 7 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 18824 ALDER GLEN DRIVE — start here.

Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 18824 ALDER GLEN DRIVE — before you fall in love.
See it in person
Schedule a tour
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Straight answers
18824 ALDER GLEN DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 18824 ALDER GLEN DRIVE?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $7,036/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $210/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 18824 ALDER GLEN DRIVE?+
The association fee works out to $210 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 18824 ALDER GLEN DRIVE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $13,183. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
Are pets allowed at 18824 ALDER GLEN DRIVE?+
The listing reports pets: Breed Restrictions, Yes. 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 Lutz?+
At $964,700, this home is listed about 97% above the Lutz median of $489,999. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 18824 ALDER GLEN DRIVE?+
Sunlake High School (high), Charles S. Rushe Middle School (middle), Oakstead Elementary School (elementary) — Pasco County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Three things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$964,700 runs 130% above the LUTZ 33558 median — but at 4,169 sqft it's also nearly twice the size of the typical Lutz listing.
02Strong assigned schools
Sunlake High School, Charles S. Rushe Middle School, Oakstead Elementary School — Sunlake High School rates 4 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
03The price has already moved
Listed at $1,089,800, now $964,700 — a $125K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of KLACE AND COMPANY REAL ESTATE · Kimberly Klace. MLS #TB8513958.
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