8212 HAYWARD LANE, PORT RICHEY, FL, 34668
Active93 days on marketListed May 9, 2026MLS #W7885624
About this home
8212 HAYWARD LANE
Waterfront - Gulf access, Experience the ultimate Florida waterfront lifestyle in this exceptional 3-bedroom, 3-bath residence nestled along the protected waters of Miller’s Bayou. Situated on an oversized 1.5-lot homesite with a city park bordering the south side, this property offers a combination of privacy, space, and boating convenience rarely found in today’s market. Designed for those who appreciate life on the water, the protected harbor and private dockage can accommodate vessels of almost any size while providing the security and calm waters boaters desire. Spend your days fishing, cruising the Gulf, or even water-skiing right from your own backyard in beautiful Port Richey, Florida. Inside, the home has been thoughtfully updated with a new roof and air cond in 2025, along with recently installed kitchen cabinetry, new appliances, and fresh interior and exterior paint. The spacious second floor overlooks the bayou and Gulf waters beyond, featuring a large bedroom, private bath, bonus room, and balcony that could easily serve as an in-law suite or private guest retreat. Outdoor living and storage possibilities abound with a detached garage, workshop area, additional marina storage shed, golf cart parking, and room for multiple vehicles. A covered two-car carport plus detached garage space provide ample room for cars, recreational vehicles, boats, golf carts, or even RV storage right at home in this golf-cart-friendly community. The balcony looks west for those great sunsets nightly. View the great white egrets fishing and the mullet jumping in this old Florida setting. Located just a few blocks from popular waterfront dining, shopping, entertainment, and endless outdoor recreation, this one-of-a-kind bayou property delivers the true essence of upscale coastal living. Bring your boats, toys, and sense of adventure — this is a special waterfront retreat where every day is a vacation day.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2,186
Sqft
0.28 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
1960
Year built
Two
Levels
$313
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 — not generic estimates.
$4,265 /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
$4,265/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.
$/sqft vs Port Richey actives
$313 vs $191
Days on market
93 vs 40 typical
Where $313/sqft sits among the 329 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.
Where it sits
Inside Port Richey
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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PORT RICHEY 34668 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
48,025
Median age
42.2
Median income
$45,760
Median home value
$168,800
Avg household
2.32
Households w/ children
5,000
For the school run
Pasco County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Port Richey market
$229K → $229K
Port Richey median sold, yr/yr
97.1%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
176 of 329
Port Richey actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Port Richey, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 182% above the PORT RICHEY 34668 median. See the full Port Richey market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 8212 HAYWARD LANE
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$257,500
7213 JASMIN DRIVE
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,264 sqft · $114/sqft · 0 DOM
Sold · Jul ’26$470,000
7213 JASMIN DRIVE
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,264 sqft · $208/sqft · 42 DOM
Sold · Mar ’26$555,000
7041 MORNINGSTAR LANE
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,279 sqft · $244/sqft · 194 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 8212 HAYWARD LANE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 8212 HAYWARD LANE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
8212 HAYWARD LANE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 8212 HAYWARD LANE?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $4,265/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill 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.
What are the property taxes on 8212 HAYWARD LANE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $1,820. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
How does the price compare to other homes in Port Richey?+
At $685,000, this home is listed about 166% above the Port Richey median of $257,550. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 8212 HAYWARD LANE?+
Richey Elementary School (elementary), Gulf Middle School (middle), Gulf High School (high) — Pasco County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Four things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$685,000 runs 182% above the PORT RICHEY 34668 median — but at 2,186 sqft it's also 64% larger than the typical Port Richey listing.
02Waterfront living
This home sits directly on the water — the single scarcest feature in Florida inventory and the strongest long-term value anchor.
03Time on market is leverage
93 days on market against a Port Richey median of 40 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
04The price has already moved
Listed at $694,000, now $685,000 — a $9K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP · Matthew Abbott. MLS #W7885624.
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