- 2 beds
- 2 baths
- 1,418 sq ft
1601 W Dorchester Dr, Palm Harbor, FL, 34684
Community: Highland Lakes on Lake Tarpon
-
Home type
Single family
-
Year built
1973
-
Lot size
6,874 sq ft
-
Price per sq ft
$236
-
Taxes
$5257 / Yr
-
HOA fees
$164 / Mo
-
Last updated
Today
-
Views
13
Questions? Call us: (727) 332-0960
Overview
The ENCLOSED FLORIDA ROOM Under Heat and Air adds almost 450 sq ft of ADDITIONAL Living Space to this OPEN, Updated 2-bedroom, 2 full bath concrete block home in Fantastic Highland Lakes on Lake Tarpon, the Premier 55 Active adult community in Pinellas County! Additionally, a BONUS FLEX ROOM off the Kitchen is perfect for an office, crafts, or exercise equipment! This is an OPEN and EXPANDED Floor Plan. The Kitchen features wood cabinets, GRANITE countertops, and STAINLESS STEEL appliances. The ability to enter the kitchen from the garage keeps you out of the Florida weather. The BUILT-IN cabinets with Granite Counters in the expanded Dining Area give you additional storage. Laminate wood and Bamboo floors throughout with tile in the bathrooms. There's a Walk-In Jacuzzi Tub in one bathroom and a Step-in Shower in the other. The MAIN & FLAT ROOFS were installed in 2020, and the attic had additional insulation blown in. The HVAC SYSTEM was replaced in 2020, Water Heater is 2018. Room to park the Golf Cart along with the car in the 1-car garage and driveway has been expanded with PAVERS. The sprinkler system is on a well. A wonderful home in the wonderful community of Highland Lakes on Lake Tarpon, an active GOLFING Community for the "over 55". Enjoy NO GREENS FEES in the THREE community-owned, private executive golf courses (with some Par 4s!), 2 pontoon boats for cruising the lake, PICKLEBALL/Tennis, Shuffleboard, Woodworking, Ceramics, Stained glass workshops, 2 Geothermal HEATED Pools, storage for your boat or RV, shows, dances are just a few of the amenties and activites that Highland Lakes has to offer and all the low HOA fee of $164 a month! At the Highest Elevation in Pinellas County, No Flood Insurance is required! Easy access to shopping, restaurants, just 30 minutes to TWO International Airports, 3 miles from Dunedin Causeway with World Famous Honeymoon Island! There are several parks and beaches nearby. You're not only buying a house - you're buying a Lifestyle!
Interior
Appliances
- Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms
- Total bathrooms: 2
- Full baths: 2
Laundry
- In Garage
Cooling
- Central Air, Wall/Window Unit(s)
Heating
- Central, Electric
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Living/Dining Room, Open Floorplan, Main Level Primary, Solid Surface Counters, Solid-Wood Cabinets, Walk-In Closet(s)
Levels
- One
Size
- 1,418 sq ft
Exterior
Private Pool
- No
Patio & Porch
- Enclosed, Front Porch, Rear Porch
Roof
- Shingle
Garage
- Attached
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Deeded
- Driveway
- Garage Door Opener
Carport
- None
Year Built
- 1973
Lot Size
- 0.16 acres
- 6,874 sq ft
Waterfront
- No
Water Source
- Public,Well
Sewer
- Public Sewer
Community Info
HOA Fee
- $164
- Frequency: Monthly
- Includes: Clubhouse, Fence Restrictions, Golf Course
Taxes
- Annual amount: $5,257.45
- Tax year: 2024
Senior Community
- Yes
Features
- Association Recreation - Owned, Clubhouse, Deed Restrictions, Golf Carts Permitted, Golf, Pool, Sidewalks, Special Community Restrictions, Tennis Court(s), Street Lights
Location
- City: Palm Harbor
- County/Parrish: Pinellas
- Township: 28
Listing courtesy of: Sheri Ragsdale, RAGSDALE RESIDENTIAL REALTY, 727-742-3789
MLS ID: TB8461713
Listings courtesy of Stellar MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of Jan 22, 2026, 11:35am PST. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Properties displayed may be listed or sold by various participants in the MLS.
Highland Lakes on Lake Tarpon Real Estate Agent
Want to learn more about Highland Lakes on Lake Tarpon?
Here is the community real estate expert who can answer your questions, take you on a tour, and help you find the perfect home.
Get started today with your personalized 55+ search experience!
Want to learn more about Highland Lakes on Lake Tarpon?
Get in touch with a community real estate expert who can answer your questions, take you on a tour, and help you find the perfect home.
Get started today with your personalized 55+ search experience!
Homes Sold:
55+ Homes Sold:
Sold for this Community:
Avg. Response Time:
Community Key Facts
Age Restrictions
- 55+
Amenities & Lifestyle
- See Highland Lakes on Lake Tarpon amenities
- See Highland Lakes on Lake Tarpon clubs, activities, and classes
Homes in Community
- Total Homes: 2,454
- Home Types: Single-Family, Attached
Gated
- No
Construction
- Construction Dates: 1977 - 1989
Similar homes in this community
Popular cities in Florida
The following amenities are available to Highland Lakes on Lake Tarpon - Palm Harbor, FL residents:
- Clubhouse/Amenity Center
- Golf Course
- Outdoor Pool
- Card Room
- Ceramics Studio
- Arts & Crafts Studio
- Lapidary Studio
- Stained Glass Studio
- Woodworking Shop
- Ballroom
- Computers
- Library
- Billiards
- Walking & Biking Trails
- Tennis Courts
- Pickleball Courts
- Bocce Ball Courts
- Shuffleboard Courts
- Horseshoe Pits
- Lakes - Scenic Lakes & Ponds
- R.V./Boat Parking
- Demonstration Kitchen
- Table Tennis
- Outdoor Patio
- Golf Practice Facilities/Putting Green
- Picnic Area
- Multipurpose Room
- Boat Launch
There are plenty of activities available in Highland Lakes on Lake Tarpon. Here is a sample of some of the clubs, activities and classes offered here.
- Acting
- Billiards
- Bingo
- Boating
- Bocce Ball
- Book Club
- Bowling
- Bridge
- Canoeing
- Card Games
- Ceramics
- Community Parties
- Computer Class
- Dancing
- Golf
- Horseshoes
- Kayak
- Movie Nights
- Needle Art
- Oil Painting
- Photography
- Pickleball
- Plays
- Poker
- Pottery
- Scrabble
- Seasonal Events
- Shuffleboard
- Singing
- Social Activities
- Swimming
- Table Tennis
- Tennis
- Wii Sports
- Woodworking



