$1,195,000
Est. $6,137/mo principal and interest at 6.65% with 20% down
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 3,091 sqft · Single Family Residence
Active
About this home
Discover a residence that feels worlds away—yet sits in the heart of Palm Harbor. Tucked within highly sought-after Autumn Woods, this extraordinary 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath custom pool home rests on nearly half an acre and offers something increasingly difficult to find: true privacy, architectural character, mature natural beauty, and a home that is truly one of a kind. Originally custom architected and built as the personal residence of acclaimed Bay-area luxury builder Marc Rutenberg, the home was created with intention. Mature trees, lush tropical landscaping, privacy hedges and brick-paver walkways create an estate-like setting with remarkable seclusion. Even the landscape has a story—the magnificent oak anchoring the property was hand-selected after an extensive search throughout the Southeast, transported by flatbed and installed by crane approximately 30 years ago. Inside, craftsmanship takes center stage with solid white oak hardwood flooring, cedar beams, solid-core wood doors, tongue-and-groove ceilings, skylights and Marvin double-insulated windows and patio doors. Expansive living spaces flow naturally together and open to the pool and gardens, creating an effortless connection between indoors and out. The chef's kitchen is equally impressive, featuring Calacatta marble countertops, custom wood cabinetry, Miele built-in ovens, a Wolf cooktop and multiple integrated Sub-Zero refrigerator/freezer units, including drawer refrigeration. A first-floor en-suite bedroom overlooking the pool offers flexibility for guests, multigenerational living or an office, while three additional bedrooms upstairs include the private primary suite. Outside, the property transforms into a secluded garden retreat. The pool and expansive paver patio are surrounded by mature tropical landscaping, privacy hedges and a fully fenced yard, complemented by mango, lemon, fig and acerola cherry trees, an herb garden and premium landscape lighting. Notable improvements include a 2021 roof, three newer high-efficiency HVAC systems, hardwood floors refinished in 2025, remodeled half bath and laundry room, siding upgrades, whole-home water filtration and softener with reverse osmosis. Autumn Woods is known for its custom homes, mature tree canopy and peaceful streets, with four community ponds, tennis courts and a private park, all minutes from Gulf beaches, shopping, dining and major commuter routes. 1351 Willow Brook Drive is more than a luxury home—it is a private sanctuary with a history, a landscape decades in the making, and an individuality rarely found in Palm Harbor.
Monthly costs
- HOA
- $63/mo
- Includes
- Common Area Taxes, Escrow Reserves Fund, Insurance, Trash
- Est. monthly fees
- $63/mo
Autumn Woods HOA | Theresa Ronayne
Estimated total including HOA and other monthly association fees
Key facts
- Type
- Single Family Residence
- Size
- 3,091 sqft
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 3.5
- Avg. price per sqft
- $387
- Days on market
- 173
- Year built
- 1983
- Lot size
- 0.44 acres
- Parking
- 2-car garage
- HOA
- $63/mo
- Annual taxes
- $7,705
- Flood zone
- X
- Heating
- Central, Electric
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Pets
- Yes
- Furnished
- Unfurnished
- Subdivision
- AUTUMN WOODS-UNIT III
- Financing
- Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
- Levels
- Two
- County
- Pinellas
- MLS number
- TB8482821
- Status
- Active
- Property address
- 1351 Willow Brook Dr, Palm Harbor, FL 34683
Features and extras
- Built-In Oven
- Cooktop
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Electric Water Heater
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Water Softener
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Eating Space In Kitchen
- High Ceilings
- Open Floorplan
- PrimaryBedroom Upstairs
- Skylight(s)
- Solid Surface Counters
- Solid Wood Cabinets
- Split Bedroom
- Stone Counters
- Thermostat
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- French Doors
- Garden
- Irrigation System
- Lighting
- Private Entrance
- Private Mailbox
- Private Yard
- Deed Restrictions
- Dog Park
- Playground
- Sidewalks
- Tennis Court(s)
- Driveway
- Garage Door Opener
- Off Street
- Oversized
- Tandem
- Workshop in Garage
- Gunite
- In Ground
- Salt Water
- Electric Dryer Hookup
- Inside
- Laundry Room
- Washer Hookup
- Carpet
- Marble
- Tile
- Hardwood
Property details
Interior
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Eating Space In Kitchen
- High Ceilings
- Open Floorplan
- PrimaryBedroom Upstairs
- Skylight(s)
- Solid Surface Counters
- Solid Wood Cabinets
- Split Bedroom
- Stone Counters
- Thermostat
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Built-In Oven
- Cooktop
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Electric Water Heater
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Water Softener
- Carpet
- Marble
- Tile
- Hardwood
- Electric Dryer Hookup
- Inside
- Laundry Room
- Washer Hookup
Exterior
- French Doors
- Garden
- Irrigation System
- Lighting
- Private Entrance
- Private Mailbox
- Private Yard
- Driveway
- Garage Door Opener
- Off Street
- Oversized
- Tandem
- Workshop in Garage
- Gunite
- In Ground
- Salt Water
- Wood Frame
- Wood Siding
Community
- Deed Restrictions
- Dog Park
- Playground
- Sidewalks
- Tennis Court(s)
Schools
- District
- Pinellas County School District
- Elementary
- SUTHERLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
- Middle
- PALM HARBOR MIDDLE SCHOOL
- High
- Palm Harbor Univ High-PN
School grades from FLDOE public records. District polygons and school points from NCES EDGE. Assignment is not a legal attendance guarantee. Composite scores, when present, are derived from public records and are not official FLDOE grades.
Where is this home?
Listed by
Tara Cook · ORANGE GROVE PROPERTY SOLUTIONS
Listings courtesy of Stellar MLS
Common questions
How much is 1351 Willow Brook Dr, Palm Harbor, FL 34683 listed for?
1351 Willow Brook Dr, Palm Harbor, FL 34683 in Palm Harbor, FL is listed at $1,195,000 (about $6,137/mo principal and interest at 6.65% with 20% down).
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 1351 Willow Brook Dr, Palm Harbor, FL 34683 have?
1351 Willow Brook Dr, Palm Harbor, FL 34683 has 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and 3,091 square feet.
Who can show 1351 Willow Brook Dr, Palm Harbor, FL 34683 in Palm Harbor?
Jonathan Loescher is a Tampa Bay Realtor and Loan Originator. He can tour this home, compare nearby listings, and work the financing with you.
What is Zone X vs AE after recent storms?
Zone X is generally lower flood risk. AE is a special flood hazard area that often needs flood insurance. Filters on this site can prefer low-risk flood zones. Confirm the current FEMA map and an insurance quote before you write.
How does the Florida buyer-broker agreement work after NAR?
Compensation is negotiated in writing. It is not automatic that the seller pays. Jonathan will explain the agreement before you tour. Do not assume buyers pay nothing.