John Carpenter
$779,0003 bd3 ba2,398 sqft$325 /sqft$5,903 /mo all-in ↓

3118 FORSYTHIA DRIVE, ODESSA, FL, 33556

Active5 days on marketListed Aug 3, 2026MLS #TB8534560

Single Family ResidenceESPLANADE/STARKEY RANCH PH 2A

About this home

3118 FORSYTHIA DRIVE

Welcome to an extraordinary private retreat where timeless elegance meets modern luxury. Nestled on a premium preserve homesite with no rear neighbors, this impeccably upgraded residence offers exceptional privacy, tranquility, and refined living. Designed for both everyday comfort and effortless entertaining, the chef's kitchen showcases premium cabinetry, luxurious quartz countertops, a gas cooktop, upgraded appliances, a wine cooler, prep sink, designer backsplash, under- and upper-cabinet lighting, and an oversized island overlooking the expanded dining area. Rich travertine flooring extends throughout the home, complemented by soaring ceilings, 8-foot interior doors, tray ceilings with custom finishes, French doors opening to a private study, and beautiful bay windows in both the owner's suite and third bedroom. The spacious owner's retreat is a true sanctuary featuring a spa-inspired bath with a frameless rain shower, designer finishes, and an oversized walk-in closet. A private en-suite bath in the second bedroom provides exceptional comfort for guests or multigenerational living. Step outside to your own backyard oasis. The expansive double travertine lanai features motorized retractable screens, blackout shades, peaceful preserve views, professionally installed gutters, and a French drain system, creating the perfect setting for year-round outdoor living. Thoughtfully appointed with today's most desirable upgrades, this home also includes a whole-house generator, Sonos whole-home audio, integrated smart home technology, security cameras, custom landscape lighting, extensive electrical upgrades, and designer ceiling fans throughout. Car enthusiasts and hobbyists will appreciate the extended 3½-car garage with an epoxy-finished floor, pull-down attic access, overhead storage, custom cabinetry, built-in workbench, rolling tool bench, and exceptional storage solutions. From the beautifully landscaped grounds to the countless designer enhancements, every detail has been carefully curated to deliver a lifestyle of luxury, comfort, and uncompromising quality.

Facts & features

The home at a glance

3

Bedrooms

3

Bathrooms

2,398

Sqft

0.21 ac

Lot size

3

Garage

2019

Year built

One

Levels

$325

Per sqft

Trees/Woods viewPets allowed

Inside

FlooringTravertine
AppliancesBuilt-In Oven · Cooktop · Dishwasher · Disposal · Dryer · Electric Water Heater · Microwave · Washer · Wine Refrigerator
InteriorCeiling Fan(s) · Eating Space In Kitchen · Kitchen/Family Room Combo · Living Room/Dining Room Combo · Solid Surface Counters · Solid Wood Cabinets · Split Bedroom · Stone Counters · Tray Ceiling(s) · Walk-In Closet(s) · Window Treatments
LaundryInside · Laundry Room
CoolingCentral Air
HeatingCentral · Electric

Outside & construction

RoofShingle
ConstructionBlock
FoundationBlock
ViewTrees/Woods
FacesNorthwest
ExteriorIrrigation System · Lighting · Private Mailbox · Rain Gutters

Community & fees

HOA fee$423/mo
Taxes (2025)$9,898/yr
PetsYes
CommunityAssociation Recreation - Owned · Clubhouse · Community Mailbox · Deed Restrictions · Dog Park · Gated Community - No Guard · Golf Carts OK · Park · Playground · Pool · Sidewalks · Special Community Restrictions · Tennis Court(s)

Utilities & systems

UtilitiesCable Available · Sewer Connected · Water Connected
WaterNone

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.

$5,903 /mo · 10% down Conventional, 30-yr fixed at 6%

Principal & interest$4,203
PMI (est., until 20% equity)$292
Property tax — 2025 actual bill$825
HOA fee — from the listing$423
Insurance (FL estimate)$160

The assumptions

Loan typeConventionalDown payment10% · $77,900Loan30-yr fixed at 6%Mortgage insuranceIncludedTaxesActual bill on recordInsuranceFlorida estimate

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

Andrew Acosta

Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866

Run your own numbers

Loan type

FHA isn’t available at this price — the loan would exceed the $541,287 FHA limit for our service areas.

Down payment10% · $77,900
Interest rate6.00%
Loan term

Estimated payment

$5,903/mo

Principal & interest$4,203
PMI (est., until 20% equity)$292
Property taxes (actual bill)$825
HOA / condo fee$423
Est. insurance$160

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.

List $779K
$664KedgeAI estimate $722,033 · range $692K$762K$810K

vs edgeAI estimate

+7.9%

$/sqft vs Odessa actives

$325 vs $271

Days on market

5 vs 47 typical

Where $325/sqft sits among the 199 Odessa actives

84
66 · this home
16
8
11
14
$179–260$260–341$341–422$422–503$503–584$584+

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 Starkey Ranch

Map of 3118 FORSYTHIA DRIVE inside its neighborhood boundary

Drive times from this address

Tampa Int’l Airport (TPA)39 min
Downtown Tampa42 min

Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.

Get to know Odessa. See the full Odessa guide →

Starkey Ranch — neighborhood snapshot

Population

5,445

Median age

40

Median income

$127,978

Median home value

$488,100

Avg household

3

Households w/ children

764

For the school run

Pasco County School District

ElementaryLongleaf Elementary School★★★★★
HighJames W. Mitchell High School★★★★
MiddleSeven Springs Middle School★★★★

School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.

The numbers that matter

The Odessa market

Seller’s marketLeans seller3.7 months of inventoryBuyer’s market

$725K$711K

Odessa median sold, yr/yr

97.2%

Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)

118 of 199

Odessa actives have cut their price

Median sold price, Odessa, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.

This home is listed 17% above the ODESSA 33556 median. See the full Odessa market guide →

Paper trail

This home's history

Aug 3, 2026Listed at $779,000 · 5 days on market since
2019Built · ESPLANADE/STARKEY RANCH PH 2A

Reality check

What actually sold near 3118 FORSYTHIA DRIVE

Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.

3214 FORSYTHIA DRIVESold · Jan ’26

$680,000

3214 FORSYTHIA DRIVE · same community

3 bd · 3 ba · 2,385 sqft · $285/sqft · 175 DOM

3226 FORSYTHIA DRIVESold · Sep ’25

$925,000

3226 FORSYTHIA DRIVE · same community

3 bd · 3 ba · 2,305 sqft · $401/sqft · 4 DOM

11257 CALLISIA DRIVESold · Jul ’26

$499,000

11257 CALLISIA DRIVE · same community

3 bd · 2 ba · 1,931 sqft · $258/sqft · 77 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.

John Carpenter

Your agent

John Carpenter

CFO/Broker · CENTURY 21 Edge

Tours, negotiation, and every question about 3118 FORSYTHIA DRIVE — start here.

Andrew Acosta

Your lender

Andrew Acosta

Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866

Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 3118 FORSYTHIA DRIVE — before you fall in love.

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Straight answers

3118 FORSYTHIA DRIVE FAQs

What would the monthly payment be for 3118 FORSYTHIA DRIVE?+

With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $5,903/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $423/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 3118 FORSYTHIA DRIVE?+

The association fee works out to $423 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.

What are the property taxes on 3118 FORSYTHIA DRIVE?+

The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $9,898. 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 3118 FORSYTHIA 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 Odessa?+

At $779,000, this home is listed about 11% above the Odessa median of $700,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.

Which schools are assigned to 3118 FORSYTHIA DRIVE?+

Longleaf Elementary School (elementary), James W. Mitchell High School (high), Seven Springs Middle School (middle) — 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

$779,000 runs 17% above the ODESSA 33556 median.

02Trees/Woods views

The trees/woods view is part of what you're buying — views hold value independently of the structure.

03Fresh on the market

Only 5 days on market in a Odessa market that averages 47 — if it fits, move quickly.

04Strong assigned schools

Longleaf Elementary School, James W. Mitchell High School, Seven Springs Middle School — James W. Mitchell High School rates 4 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.

Listing courtesy of COLDWELL BANKER REALTY · Dana Klima. MLS #TB8534560.

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