8153 BAYTREE DRIVE, NEW PORT RICHEY, FL, 34653
Active26 days on marketListed Jul 10, 2026MLS #TB8527261
About this home
8153 BAYTREE DRIVE
Welcome to your private Florida retreat in the desirable Sunset Lakes community! Situated on an oversized 1/3-acre waterfront lot with tranquil pond and conservation views, this beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 2-bath home offers exceptional privacy with no rear neighbors. The open split-bedroom floor plan features soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, and spacious living areas that flow seamlessly to the screened lanai. Relax or entertain in your backyard oasis featuring a saltwater pool, heated spa, and newly coated epoxy flake patio overlooking peaceful water and preserve views. The saltwater system provides low-maintenance ownership and can easily be converted to a traditional chlorine system if desired. The spacious kitchen offers ample cabinetry, generous workspace, and a breakfast nook with backyard views. An oversized 2.5-car garage with dedicated workshop space provides plenty of room for vehicles, storage, and hobbies. Thoughtful upgrades include a brand-new 12 kW DuroMax dual-fuel whole-home generator, fully updated irrigation system, mature tropical landscaping, and a solar energy system that has helped keep electric costs exceptionally low. A whole-home security system with monitored entry points and seven exterior cameras provides 360-degree coverage for added peace of mind. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, medical facilities, parks, golf, Gulf beaches, and the Veterans Expressway, this home offers the perfect combination of waterfront living, privacy, energy efficiency, and premium upgrades. Schedule your private showing today!
Facts & features
The home at a glance
4
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,926
Sqft
0.32 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
2002
Year built
One
Levels
$252
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.
$3,708 /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:
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$3,708/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
+7.6%
$/sqft vs New Port Richey actives
$252 vs $201
Days on market
26 vs 47 typical
Where $252/sqft sits among the 400 New Port Richey 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 Sunset Lakes, 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
$37,875/yr gross
Projected nightly rate, occupancy and annual revenue for this exact home.
Long-term rental
$1,738/mo median
Live New Port Richey rental listing data — this home’s rate depends on size, condition and furnishing.
The Florida short-term market
▼ Softening41%
Occupancy
▼ 27% yr/yr
$186
Avg nightly rate
▲ 1% yr/yr
$16K/yr
Revenue per listing
$83
RevPAR
37 days
Booking lead time
6.3 nights
Avg stay
4
Typical min nights
147
Active rentals
▲ 29% supply
Seasonality — monthly occupancy
Peaks at 59% in Mar · bottoms at 30% in Jun
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 Sunset Lakes
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Sunset Lakes is a short-term-rental community. See the full guide →
NEW PORT RICHEY 34653 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
36,086
Median age
49.9
Median income
$47,660
Median home value
$180,900
Avg household
2.21
Households w/ children
3,038
For the school run
Pasco County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The New Port Richey market
$280K → $260K
New Port Richey median sold, yr/yr
96.3%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
220 of 400
New Port Richey actives have cut their price
Median sold price, New Port Richey, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 102% above the NEW PORT RICHEY 34653 median. See the full New Port Richey market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 8153 BAYTREE DRIVE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · May ’26$370,000
3817 ERIN BROOK DRIVE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,932 sqft · $192/sqft · 47 DOM
Sold · Sep ’25$406,000
4260 SAINT LAWRENCE DRIVE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,885 sqft · $215/sqft · 12 DOM
Sold · Mar ’26$340,000
7239 SHARPSBURG BOULEVARD
4 bd · 3 ba · 1,850 sqft · $184/sqft · 309 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 8153 BAYTREE DRIVE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 8153 BAYTREE DRIVE — before you fall in love.
See it in person
Schedule a tour
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Straight answers
8153 BAYTREE DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 8153 BAYTREE DRIVE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $3,708/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $17/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 8153 BAYTREE DRIVE?+
The association fee works out to $17 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 8153 BAYTREE DRIVE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $5,538. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
Can 8153 BAYTREE DRIVE be rented short-term?+
Yes — this home sits inside Sunset Lakes, 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 8153 BAYTREE DRIVE?+
The listing reports pets: 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 New Port Richey?+
At $484,900, this home is listed about 73% above the New Port Richey median of $279,900. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 8153 BAYTREE DRIVE?+
Anclote Elementary School (elementary), Gulf Middle School (middle), Anclote High School (high) — 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
$484,900 runs 102% above the NEW PORT RICHEY 34653 median — but at 1,926 sqft it's also 42% larger than the typical New Port Richey listing.
02Zoned for nightly rentals
Sunset Lakes 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.
03Waterfront living
This home sits directly on the water — the single scarcest feature in Florida inventory and the strongest long-term value anchor.
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Listing courtesy of KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY- PALM HARBOR · Kirk Budd. MLS #TB8527261.
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