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$1,195,000

Features:
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • 3091 sq ft
Overview
  • ID: MFRTB8482821
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 4
  • Size: 3091 sq ft
Property Details
Remarks
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.
Financial Considerations
Price:
$1,195,000
HOA Fee:
755
Tax Amount:
$7705
Price per SqFt:
$386.61
Tax Legal Description:
AUTUMN WOODS-UNIT III LOT 50
Exterior Features
Lot Size:
19249
Lot Features:
Near Golf Course, Oversized Lot, Private, Sidewalk, Paved, Unincorporated
Waterfront:
No
Parking Spaces:
N/A
Parking:
Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, Oversized, Tandem, Workshop in Garage
Roof:
Shingle
Pool:
Yes
Pool Features:
Gunite, In Ground, Lighting, Salt Water
Interior Features
Bedrooms:
4
Bathrooms:
4
Heating:
Central, Electric
Cooling:
Central Air
Appliances:
Built-In Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Water Heater, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Softener
Furnished:
Yes
Floor:
Carpet, Marble, Tile, Wood
Levels:
Two
Additional Features
Property Sub Type:
Single Family Residence
Style:
N/A
Year Built:
1983
Construction Type:
Frame, Wood Siding
Garage Spaces:
Yes
Covered Spaces:
N/A
Direction Faces:
South
Pets Allowed:
Yes
Special Condition:
None
Additional Features:
Garden, Lighting, Private Entrance, Private Mailbox, Private Yard
Additional Features 2:
As per the county and HOA. Buyer / Buyer's agent to Verify
Map
  • Address
    1351 WILLOW BROOK DR
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