12517 SAFARI LANE, RIVERVIEW, FL, 33569
Active11 days on marketListed Jul 22, 2026MLS #TB8530019
About this home
12517 SAFARI LANE
Welcome to this beautifully maintained four-bedroom, three-bathroom pool home located in the highly sought-after Panther Trace community. This popular David Weekley floor plan offers the perfect combination of luxury, comfort, and functionality with a desirable three-way split bedroom layout that provides privacy for everyone. The spacious kitchen is the heart of the home, featuring a large center island, stainless steel appliances, a generous walk-in pantry, and a cozy dinette area, making it ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The expansive primary suite is a private retreat, complete with a luxurious en-suite bathroom and an oversized walk-in closet, while the secondary bedrooms are generously sized, with convenient access to their own bathrooms. Step outside and enjoy your own private oasis with a screened-in pool that was recently resurfaced in 2024, creating the perfect setting for relaxing or hosting family and friends. Major updates provide peace of mind and include a new roof (2021), water heater (2023), and air conditioner (2025). Residents of Panther Trace enjoy outstanding resort-style amenities, including multiple clubhouses, two community pools, parks, playgrounds, and sports courts. Conveniently located near premier shopping, dining, MacDill Air Force Base, top-rated schools, sporting venues, and some of the world's most beautiful beaches, this exceptional home offers not only outstanding features but an incredible Florida lifestyle. Don't miss this opportunity to own a remarkable home in one of Riverview's most desirable communities.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
4
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2,704
Sqft
0.2 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
2004
Year built
One
Levels
$181
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record and the real association fee — not generic estimates.
$4,127 /mo · 3.5% down FHA, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
FHA is the default here because it gets you in the door with just 3.5% down. Switch to Conventional or VA below.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$4,127/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. Your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
Value check
Is the price right?
The internet’s favorite home-value number comes from a single automated model that has never seen the street, the finishes, or the view — which is why it routinely misses by tens of thousands of dollars. The edgeAI estimate combines multiple independent data sources with our team’s on-the-ground expertise in this exact market.
vs edgeAI estimate
−7.1%
$/sqft vs Riverview actives
$181 vs $184
Days on market
11 vs 33 typical
Where $181/sqft sits among the 400 Riverview actives
The edgeAI estimate is a starting point, not an appraisal or a broker price opinion. It is generated from public records, listing data and market modeling, and is subject to change once a licensed real estate professional personally inspects the property. Condition, floor, view and lot are not fully captured by any model — ask us for a full comparative market analysis.
Where it sits
Inside Panther Trace
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Panther Trace — neighborhood snapshot
Population
5,209
Median age
38
Median income
$107,177
Median home value
$365,852
Avg household
3
Households w/ children
828
For the school run
Hillsborough County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Riverview market
$397K → $369K
Riverview median sold, yr/yr
98.4%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
218 of 400
Riverview actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Riverview, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 29% above the RIVERVIEW 33569 median. See the full Riverview market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 12517 SAFARI LANE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Aug ’25$525,000
12923 CARLINGTON LANE
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,720 sqft · $193/sqft · 76 DOM
Sold · May ’26$507,000
13003 CARLINGTON LANE
5 bd · 3 ba · 2,826 sqft · $179/sqft · 289 DOM
Sold · Aug ’25$479,900
13102 PRESTWICK DRIVE
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,847 sqft · $169/sqft · 300 DOM
Closed-sale data from the MLS, last 12 months, selected for similarity in size and location. No two homes are identical — ask us for a full comparative analysis.
Your home team
The pros in your corner
Buying a home is two conversations — the home and the money. Here’s who handles each, side by side, already working together.
Your agent
Steeve Cadeau
REALTOR® · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 12517 SAFARI LANE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 12517 SAFARI LANE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
12517 SAFARI LANE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 12517 SAFARI LANE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $4,127/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $5/mo association fee and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
How much are the HOA fees at 12517 SAFARI LANE?+
The association fee works out to $5 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 12517 SAFARI LANE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $10,324. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
Are pets allowed at 12517 SAFARI LANE?+
The listing reports pets: Yes. Communities often layer on breed or weight rules — we'll verify the specifics with the association before you commit.
How does the price compare to other homes in Riverview?+
At $490,000, this home is listed about 26% above the Riverview median of $389,250. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 12517 SAFARI LANE?+
Collins Pk-8 School (elementary), Riverview High School (high), Barrington Middle School (middle), Patricia Sullivan Metropolitan Ministries Partnership School (elementary) — Hillsborough County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Three things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$490,000 runs 29% above the RIVERVIEW 33569 median — but at 2,704 sqft it's also 36% larger than the typical Riverview listing.
02Waterfront living
This home sits directly on the water — the single scarcest feature in Florida inventory and the strongest long-term value anchor.
03Strong assigned schools
Collins Pk-8 School, Riverview High School, Barrington Middle School, Patricia Sullivan Metropolitan Ministries Partnership School — Riverview High School rates 4 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
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Listing courtesy of EXIT BAYSHORE REALTY · Lori Moses. MLS #TB8530019.
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