553 DIVISION STREET
TARPON SPRINGS, FL 34689
About this home
**Seller Financing will be considered, and the Seller is open to negotiation on terms, so that YOU can be successful!** Looking for a project? Are you looking for a piece of Tarpon Springs history, close to the Sponge Docks and an opportunity to develop your own style with a blank canvas? Bring your Contractors, Architects, Engineers and all those who play a role in your success to help your vision come to life. You are not the only ones seeking to build in this historical neighborhood. You only have to look to the neighbors to each side of the property - they are both being developed! Let's turn your ambition into a reality! This spacious property exudes presence with its elevated position, with an inviting front porch to while away the hours with a lovely beverage of your choosing, or why not take the short walk to the local Tarpon Springs Sponge docks and plethora of restaurants, shopping and entertainment. Equally, you may be a keen sailor and enjoy the water activities that Tarpon Springs has. This property is in need of a renovation, but this is an opportunity for an investor or keen designer to influence and shape their own design on this home. The high ceilings, welcoming staircase, large rooms create great potential. Don't miss out on this unique property. This property is well-suited for buyers seeking a value-add project, whether as a primary residence, second home, or investment. The existing structure offers the chance to renovate, restore, or reimagine while preserving the charm and historical context that makes Tarpon Springs one of Florida’s most distinctive coastal communities. Owner Financing will be considered, providing flexible acquisition options for buyers and creating an attractive pathway for investors looking to diversify their real estate portfolio without traditional lending constraints. This flexibility opens the door for creative strategies, including long-term holds, rental income, or future resale after improvements. Call today to schedule your showing!
Facts & features
Interior
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 3
- Living area
- 3,441 sqft
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Flooring
- Carpet, Wood
- Stories
- 3
- Features
- High Ceilings
- Appliances
- None
Exterior & lot
- Lot size
- 6,944 sqft (0.15 ac)
- Roof
- Metal, Shingle
- Construction
- Frame, Wood Siding
- Exterior
- Other
Financial
- Annual tax
- $5,462 (2023)
- Price / sqft
- $107/sqft
Utilities
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Utilities
- Public
Property
- Property type
- Single Family
- Year built
- 1914
- Subdivision
- FERGUSONS C
- County
- Pinellas
Assigned schools
- Elementary
- Tarpon Springs Elementary-PN
- Middle
- Tarpon Springs Middle-PN
- High
- Tarpon Springs High-PN
Listing
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 916 days
- MLS #
- MFR710832610
- Source
- Stellar MLS
Listed by Paul Salter · DENNIS REALTY & INV. CORP.
Listing data provided by Stellar MLS. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Sample estimate — not an appraisal
Based on 13 comparable sales within 2 miles of TARPON SPRINGS, FL, this home is priced over RENA ValiQ.
Reference only. Estimates blend public sale comps, neighbourhood trend and the listing’s own metrics. Final price moves on diligence, terms and timing — RENA is your second read, not your agent.
Estimate your monthly cost
PITI + HOA- Principal & interest
- $1,866/mo
- Property tax
- $455/mo
- Home insurance
- $0/mo
Opens at 20% down over 30 years at 6.5%, the same assumptions as the answers below. Property tax is this listing's own bill; insurance is left out until you enter a quote, because Florida premiums turn on roof age, elevation and carrier. Every field is editable.
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Price history
From the property’s MLS record.
| Date | Event | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 12, 2026 | Price reduced | $369,000 | −$156,000 |
| Nov 16, 2023 | Listed | $525,000 | — |
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