18 MOUNTAIN LAUREL DRIVE, PALM HARBOR, FL, 34684
Active1 days on marketListed Jul 23, 2026MLS #TB8531227
About this home
18 MOUNTAIN LAUREL DRIVE
Virtually Staged. Welcome to carefree Florida living in the highly desirable Blue Jay Estates, a vibrant 55+ community where you own the land—no land lease! This beautifully maintained 2006 manufactured home offers the perfect combination of comfort, space, and an active lifestyle. Step inside to discover an inviting open floor plan with soaring vaulted ceilings and abundant natural light. The spacious living areas feature newer luxury vinyl flooring, while the kitchen and enclosed Florida room are finished with ceramic tile for easy maintenance. The air-conditioned Florida room (included in the heated square footage) is the perfect place to enjoy your morning coffee while taking in peaceful views of Pelican Lake. The home offers three generous bedrooms and two full bathrooms, providing plenty of space for overnight guests, hobbies, or a home office. The private primary suite features a large walk-in closet and an en-suite bath complete with dual vanities and a walk-in shower. An indoor laundry room adds everyday convenience. Outside, you'll appreciate the long paver driveway with room for two vehicles and a golf cart, an oversized storage shed, and an extra-deep yard. With the front of the home overlooking the tranquil lake, you'll enjoy a relaxing setting every day. Blue Jay Estates is known for its welcoming atmosphere and active social calendar. Residents enjoy a heated community pool, shuffleboard, bocce courts, and numerous clubs and activities that make it easy to meet neighbors and stay engaged. As an added bonus, the community offers a designated area for boat and RV parking at no additional cost (subject to availability). Ideally located just minutes from beautiful Gulf beaches, shopping, restaurants, medical facilities, and Tampa International and St. Pete-Clearwater airports, this home offers everything you need to enjoy the Florida lifestyle you've been dreaming of. Don't miss this opportunity to own a move-in-ready home in one of the area's most desirable resident-owned 55+ communities!
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,495
Sqft
0.11 ac
Lot size
2006
Year built
One
Levels
$181
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.
$2,396 /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
$2,396/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
+13.7%
$/sqft vs BLUE JAY MOBILE HOME ESTATES CONDO
$181 vs $135
Days on market
1 vs 42 typical
Where $181/sqft sits among the 6 homes for sale in BLUE JAY MOBILE HOME ESTATES CONDO
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 Curlew
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Curlew — neighborhood snapshot
Population
1,000
Median age
61
Median income
$64,608
Median home value
$253,000
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
51%
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
$425K → $450K
Palm Harbor median sold, yr/yr
96.3%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
2 of 6
BLUE JAY MOBILE HOME ESTATES CONDO have cut their price
Median sold price, Palm Harbor, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 9% above the PALM HARBOR 34684 median. See the full Palm Harbor market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 18 MOUNTAIN LAUREL DRIVE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Oct ’25$195,000
162 HICKORY GATE DRIVE · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,464 sqft · $133/sqft · 18 DOM
Sold · Feb ’26$187,500
116 MAPLE LEAF DRIVE · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,450 sqft · $129/sqft · 6 DOM
Sold · Sep ’25$149,950
107 PINEBARK DRIVE · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,342 sqft · $112/sqft · 273 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 18 MOUNTAIN LAUREL DRIVE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 18 MOUNTAIN LAUREL DRIVE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
18 MOUNTAIN LAUREL DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 18 MOUNTAIN LAUREL DRIVE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $2,396/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $230/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 18 MOUNTAIN LAUREL DRIVE?+
The association fee works out to $230 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 18 MOUNTAIN LAUREL DRIVE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $3,574. 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 18 MOUNTAIN LAUREL DRIVE?+
The listing reports pets: Cats OK, 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 Palm Harbor?+
At $269,900, this home is listed about 28% below the Palm Harbor median of $375,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 18 MOUNTAIN LAUREL DRIVE?+
Curlew Creek Elementary School (elementary), Countryside High School (high), Palm Harbor Middle School (middle) — Pinellas County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Three things that matter here
01Water views
The water view is part of what you're buying — views hold value independently of the structure.
02Fresh on the market
Only 1 day on market in a Palm Harbor market that averages 42 — if it fits, move quickly.
03Strong assigned schools
Curlew Creek Elementary School, Countryside High School, Palm Harbor Middle School — Curlew Creek Elementary School rates 4 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
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Listing courtesy of RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP · Jamie Devine Brown, PA. MLS #TB8531227.
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