3918 ALAFIA BOULEVARD, Brandon, FL 33511

• 4 beds |
• 3 baths |
• 2,317 sqft

Property Description

This extraordinary riverfront property presents a rare opportunity to live the waterfront lifestyle you’ve always dreamed of — peaceful, elegant, and close to everything. This could be your private riverfront sanctuary — a timeless, Victorian-inspired two-story residence nestled along a wide, winding stretch of the Alafia River in Brandon, Florida. This lovingly maintained one-owner home blends classic charm with thoughtful updates, offering 4 spacious bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and a unique 9x9 “Tower Room” perched above the primary suite and accessed by a spiral staircase — the perfect nook for reading, reflection, or quiet work with panoramic views. Step inside to a formal living room framed by a bay window overlooking the front garden, a separate dining room, and a spacious family room that opens to a multi-level screened porch with tranquil views of the backyard and river beyond. The kitchen, recently refreshed with granite countertops, custom maple cabinetry, and stainless appliances, overlooks the rolling backyard area and meandering river — an inspiring setting for morning coffee or sunset meals. The expansive outdoor area awaits your personal touch — if you envision lush gardens, winding pathways, or a private dock. With over 75 feet of river frontage, the property offers direct boat access to Tampa Bay and the Gulf of Mexico, perfect for fishing, kayaking, or simply enjoying sunsets along the water. Additional Highlights: • Two elevated high-efficiency A/C systems • Irrigation system and two storage sheds • Premium Wilsonart wood laminate flooring throughout • Wrap-around front porch ideal for relaxing evenings • Half-acre+ lot on a deep, scenic bend of the Alafia River Recent Upgrades & Features: • Leaf guard gutters (installed 2024) • New refrigerator with interchangeable color panel (2024) • New stove (2022) • Washer & dryer (2020) • 30-amp RV service with septic hookup in backyard • Durable metal shingle roof (installed 2017) • Master bath renovation (2024); guest bath renovation (2022) • 220V mobile generator with hookup for power during outages • Mature fruit trees: banana, mango, key lime, lemon, loquat, elderberry, star fruit, and cashew • Carport • Elegant Czech crystal chandelier (installed 1995) Enjoy the best of both worlds — privacy and serenity but just minutes from Brandon’s shopping, dining, and top-rated schools, and less than 25 minutes from downtown Tampa. Call for an appointment to come see it in person! (Photos limited due to seller packing)

Listing Status:

Active

Date Added:

November 12, 2025 at 06:00AM

Listing Office:

INTL. REALTY PLUS-TAMPA BAY : 813-629-6954

Listing Agent:

Dwight McDonald, PA : 813-629-6954

MLS ID:

TB8446955

Interior

• General: Ceiling Fans(s)Eat-in KitchenSolid Surface CountersSolid Wood CabinetsSplit BedroomWalk-In Closet(s)Window Treatments
• Rooms: Bonus RoomFamily RoomFormal Dining Room SeparateFormal Living Room SeparateInside UtilityLoft
• Appliances: DishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRangeRefrigeratorWasher
• Laundry: Laundry Closet
• Flooring: CarpetCeramic TileLaminateVinyl
• A/C: Central AirZoned
• Heating: CentralZoned

Exterior

• General: Lighting
• Style: OtherVictorian
• Other Structures: GazeboGreenhouseShed(s)EnclosedScreened
• Parking: None

Construction

• Roofing: MetalShingle
• Windows: BlindsWindow Treatments
• General: FrameThree Or MoreCrawlspace

Location

• Road/Access: Paved
• Originating MLS: Stellar MLS
• County: Hillsborough

Lot

• Zoning: RSC-3ALAFIA ESTATES UNIT A LOT 8 LESS R/W BLOCK 4U-10-30-20-2OJ-000004-00008.0
• View: Water
• Fencing: Fenced

Utilities

• Utilities: BB/HS Internet AvailableCable AvailableCable Connected
• Water: Public
• Sewer: Septic Tank

Financial

• Source: Stellar MLS
• Ownership: Fee Simple

This listing courtesy of Dwight McDonald, PA, INTL. REALTY PLUS-TAMPA BAY