$2,870,000 for Sale

1102 palm view avenue , belleair, FL 33756

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Beds 5 Baths 6 7,193 Sqft 0.62 Acres 1 of 81
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Property Description
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.
General Information
Sale Price: $2,870,000
Price/SqFt: $399
Est. Payments: $18,424
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Status: Active
MLS#: TB8449464
City: belleair
Post Office: belleair
Schools: largo high-pn
County: Pinellas
Subdivision: belleair estates
Acres: 0.62
Lot Dimensions: 206 x 105
Bedrooms:5
Bathrooms:6   (5 full, 1 half)
House Size: 7,193 sq.ft.
Acreage: 0.62 est.
Year Built: 1922
Property Type: Single Family Residence
Style: Mediterranean
Features & Room Sizes
Paved Road:  Paved
Construction:  Brick, Stucco
Exterior Misc:  Courtyard, French Doors, Irrigation System, Lighting, Outdoor Kitchen, Outdoor Shower, Sidewalk, Sliding Doors
Pool:  Yes
Pool Description:  Auto Cleaner, Child Safety Fence, Fiber Optic Lighting, Gunite, In Ground
Fireplaces:  Yes
Fireplace Description:  Family Room, Gas, Living Room, Other Room, Wood Burning
Basement:  No
Foundation :  Crawlspace, Slab
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
Cooling:  Central Air
Heating:  Central, Electric, Zoned
Waste:  Public Sewer
Watersource:  Public
Tax, Fees & Legal
Est. Summer Taxes:  $0
Est. Winter Taxes:  $33,288
Legal Description:  BELLEAIR ESTATES (Attach 2012 Deed in Attachments as the Legal) BLK 6, LOTS 1, 2, 24 & PT OF LOTS 3 & 23 ALL DESC BEG NE COR OF LOT 1 TH S01D4948E 206.48FT TH S88D1012W 105.48FT TH S51D1934W 53.27FT TH N38D4026W 101.99FT TH N51D1934E 261.5FT TO POB


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This Home located at
1102 palm view avenue, belleair FL 33756
is currently for sale priced at $2,870,000 and was listed on November, 19, 2025 and has been on the market for 115 days and was last updated on January, 15, 2026.

1102 palm view avenue has 5 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, and approximately 7,193 square feet. This home is in the largo high-pn school district and has a lot size of 206 x 105 with 0.62 acres and was built in 1922. 1102 palm view avenue is in the 33756 ZIP Code area of belleair.

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