17002 MELBA, LUTZ, FL 33549

$350,000

Beds: 3

Baths: 2 Full

Sq. Ft.: 1,188 Sq. Ft.

Year Built: 1973

Lot Size: 0.31 Acres

Garage: 2

Pool: No

DOM: 5

Property Overview

Status: Closed

Property Type: Residential

MLS #: 2362b5b9922e7acafae6c75c5b70ba5d

Subdivision: WALKERS RANCH ESTATES

County: Hillsborough

HOA Fee: N/A

Year Built: 1973

Construction: Block, Stucco

Foundation: Slab

Roof: Shingle

Cooling: Central Air

Heating: Central, Electric

Sewer: Septic Tank

Water Source: Well

Zoning: RSC-4

Tax Amount: $3,948.82 (2024)

Date Sold: Mar 13, 2025

Sold Price: $350,000

Listed On: Feb 20, 2025

Description

Welcome to your dream home! This meticulously maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom residence with a 2-car garage sits on over a quarter-acre in the heart of Lutz, offering modern updates, spacious living areas, and a prime location near top-rated amenities. As you step inside, you’re welcomed by an inviting open floor plan that seamlessly connects the kitchen, dining, and family rooms, creating an ideal space for entertaining and everyday living. The renovated kitchen, completed in 2017, boasts stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and an eat-in nook, ensuring both functionality and style. Recent updates include a newer roof and water softener in 2016, water heater. Back fence in 2025, energy-efficient windows, an upgraded HVAC system and insulation in 2022, duct work 2023, and new exterior doors 2020, ceiling fans, fresh paint, and a well pump replacement in 2020. Master bathroom updated in 2022, and new gutters 2024. Sliding glass doors lead to a large screened-in lanai, perfect for enjoying the Florida lifestyle year-round while overlooking the expansive backyard, which offers plenty of space for outdoor activities, gardening, or a future pool. A utility shed provides additional storage, and the fenced-in yard ensures privacy and security. With no HOA or CDD fees, this home is not only a peaceful retreat but also conveniently located just minutes from top dining options such as Marchello's Pizzeria, Villaggio's Ristorante Italiano, and Bahama Breeze Island Grille, as well as major shopping destinations like Tampa Premium Outlets and Cypress Creek Town Center. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the proximity to the Upper Tampa Bay Trail, perfect for walking, jogging, or biking. St. Joseph’s Hospital-North is also nearby, providing excellent healthcare services. This move-in-ready gem is a rare find in one of Lutz’s most desirable areas. Don’t miss your chance to make it yours—schedule a private tour today!

Exterior Features

Lighting, Other, Private Mailbox, Sidewalk, Sliding Doors, Storage

Directions

Heading Southbound on US-41 turn Left onto Whitaker Rd. Turn Right onto Melba Ln. The destination will be on the Right.

School Information

Elementary: Maniscalco-HB

Middle: Liberty-HB

High: Freedom-HB

Location

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Mortgage Estimator

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Listing Information

Provided Courtesy of:

EPIQUE REALTY, INC.

Listing Agent: John Gilliam

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Data last updated: January 30, 2026, 3:16 am UTC

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