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1102 PALM VIEW AVENUE

House For Sale
$3,100,000

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10 days
5 bds
5 ba
7,193 sqft
Est. Estimated sales range: $0 - $0
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Overview

A rare opportunity to own one of Belleair’s most iconic residences, the Historic Ruder Estate captures the timeless beauty and grandeur of a bygone era. Set on nearly one acre of lush grounds, this restored Mediterranean villa blends classic architecture with luxurious modern updates for refined yet comfortable living. Originally built in the 1920s as one of the area’s earliest and most notable homes, the estate was for decades the residence of Lucius Ruder, Belleair’s colorful Depression-era mayor and prominent Clearwater landowner. His passion for horticulture shaped the property’s legacy, with greenhouses, formal gardens, and fruit trees still lending charm to the setting today. The 7,193-square-foot home welcomes with rich hardwood floors, custom stained glass, and a grand foyer leading to elegant living spaces adorned with hand-painted ceilings, arched doorways, and terracotta tile floors. The grand room and Italian-style loggia invite gracious entertaining, while the recreation room with beamed ceilings, fireplace, and Cuban tile flooring offers a warm space for gatherings. The chef’s kitchen, redesigned with a $250,000 investment, features custom cabinetry, marble and quartzite finishes, and top-tier Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances including dual prep areas, dishwashers, and sinks, plus a butler’s pantry. Outdoors, multiple terraces and courtyards, a gazebo, and a poolside kitchen provide the perfect backdrop for year-round entertaining. The primary suite offers a serene retreat with a private lounge, spa-style bath, and expansive dressing room. A guest wing above the three-car garage includes two ensuite bedrooms and a rooftop terrace. With impact windows and doors, a gated motor court, and a 2019 roof, this distinguished estate stands among Belleair’s most storied homes—minutes from Belleair Country Club, Clearwater Harbor, and Morton Plant Hospital.

Location

Facts and features

Type:
Residential
Parking:
Driveway / Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s) / Garage Door Opener
Year Built:
1922
Lot:
0.62 Acres
Heating:
Central / Electric / Zoned
Price/sqft:
$431
Cooling:
Central Air
HOA:
No Data
All facts and features
  • Flooring

    • Ceramic Tile

    • Other

    • Hardwood

    Heating

    • Central

    • Electric

    • Zoned

    Cooling

    • Central Air

    Appliances

    • Bar Fridge

    • Built-In Oven

    • Cooktop

    • Dishwasher

    • Disposal

    • Dryer

    • Electric Water Heater

    • Exhaust Fan

    • Freezer

    • Ice Maker

    • Microwave

    • Range

    • Range Hood

    • Refrigerator

    • Washer

    • Water Softener

    • Wine Refrigerator

    Other interior features

    • Built-in Features

    • Ceiling Fan(s)

    • Crown Molding

    • Eating Space In Kitchen

    • High Ceilings

    • Living Room/Dining Room Combo

    • Solid Wood Cabinets

    • Split Bedroom

    • Thermostat

    • Walk-In Closet(s)

    • Wet Bar

    • Window Treatments

    Bedrooms and bathrooms

    • Bedrooms: 5

    • Bathrooms: 1

    • Full bathrooms: 5

  • Parking

    • Driveway

    • Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)

    • Garage Door Opener

    Property

    • Levels: Two

    • Pool Private: Yes

    • Exterior Features: Courtyard / French Doors / Irrigation System / Lighting / Outdoor Kitchen / Outdoor Shower / Sidewalk / Sliding Doors

    Lot

    • Lot: 0.62 Acres

    Other Property Information

    • Parcel Number: 282915067320060010

    • Zoning: RES

  • Type and style

    • Property Type: Residential

    • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence

  • Utility

    • Electricity Connected

    • Fire Hydrant

    • Natural Gas Connected

    • Sprinkler Meter

    • Street Lights

    • Underground Utilities

  • Other financial information

    • Annual tax amount: $33,288

  • Source details

    • MLS ID: TB8449464

    Other facts

    • Construction Materials: Brick / Stucco

    • Foundation Details: Crawlspace / Slab

    • Fireplace Features: Family Room / Gas / Living Room / Other Room / Wood Burning

    • Laundry Features: Inside / Laundry Room

    • Lot Features: Corner Lot / Landscaped / Level / Near Golf Course / Oversized Lot / Sidewalk

    • Patio And Porch Features: Covered / Deck / Patio / Rear Porch

    • Pool Features: Auto Cleaner / Child Safety Fence / Fiber Optic Lighting / Gunite / In Ground

    • Direction Faces: East

    • Other Structures: Gazebo / Outdoor Kitchen

    • Architectural Style: Mediterranean

    • Fireplace: Yes

    • Garage Spaces: 4

    • Attached Garage: Yes

    • Garage: Yes

    • Living Area: 7193

    • Water Source: Public

    • Lot Size Dimensions: 206 x 105

    • Subdivision Name: BELLEAIR ESTATES

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