Updated October 20, 2023
With a list price of $3.2 million, this gracious waterfront two-story modern Mediterranean home is likely to break the sales record for the Keystone Shores community in Odessa, Florida.
The address is 17115 Journeys End Dr, Odessa, FL 33556.
17115 Journey's End Drive, Odessa, FL 33556
The home was custom built in 2005 by award-winning design and construction firm Fernandez Luxury Homes for its first owner, TV advertising legend Billy Mays.
When new owners purchased the home four years later, many more features and updates were added, creating a masterpiece for lakefront estate living and entertaining.
With 8,052 heated square feet, this home is the largest in the Keystone Shores Estates community, and it is one of the few homes in the community that fronts a large lake and features a walking path and an assigned gazebo.
And, this is one of only two homes on the market in the Keystone Shores Estates community as of October 20th, 2023. This home is over 8,000 square feet, while the other is just over 4,000 square feet.
Private Gazebo at 17115 Journeys End Dr
Every time I visit here, take photos or supervise what to do, I always feel a sense of joy, it's very peaceful and a wonderful feeling.
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Many double-glazed tinted windows offer breathtaking water views. Dramatic 24-foot high ceilings upon entry, elegant and chandelier-adorned, including a crystal foyer chandelier with elevator. Stonework around gas fireplace is reminiscent of European castles. Travertine polished marble floors. Custom kitchen combines two shades of matched oak cabinetry with a huge island and top-of-the-line appliances. Next to the dining room is a butler's pantry with a full-featured bar. Walk-in wine cellar. Smart home features with sound system/speakers are hidden throughout most of the home and outdoors. Office has built-in oak desk and shelving. 8-foot solid wood doors throughout the home. Antique white oak cabinetry and spa-quality owner's bathroom with unique edge “wine cork” shaped marble countertops, rainforest shower and Roman-style soaking tub.Huge corner glass sliding doors in the family room retract to extend the entertainment area to the outdoor lanai Limestone floors and cedar ceilings add texture and finishing touches to the lanai Heated pool with Jacuzzi Private lakefront gazebo/boat dock complete with electricity and sound system Game room features breathtaking views, a pool table and bar Wrought iron marble spiral staircase leads to a loft with built-in bookshelves Bonus room currently used as an exercise/living room with a bar area for entertainment Soundproofed theater room features reclining leather seats, hidden McIntosh speakers, floor lights and sound system All bedrooms have walk-in closets and private bathrooms Extensive landscape lighting and outdoor speakers Sprinkler system – 2-zone installation partly in city and partly in well Private driveway with portico and gate
What kind of community is Keystone Shores?
Located just off Gunn Highway, this private gated community of spacious, luxurious executive residences is home to some of the Tampa Bay area's most successful professionals and businesspeople. Homes are located on large lots and surrounded by forested land, providing privacy and green space between homes.
The protected forests and lakes are a big part of the beauty of the community, the two largest lakes being Little Lake and Lake James. 17115 Journeys End Dr sits on Little Lake and has a covered pier for relaxing and having fun.
The community's assigned schools are some of the best performing schools in Hillsborough County. Steinbrenner High School has consistently received an A rating over the years. It is ranked #2 among Tampa metropolitan area high schools, #2 among Hillsborough County public high schools, and #41 among Florida high schools according to U.S. News rankings.
What about traveling from Odessa, Florida to Tampa?
Keystone Shores Odessa FL is just 12 miles north of Downtown Tampa and just 14 miles from Tampa International Airport. Travel from Odessa FL to Tampa easily via the Veterans Expressway or I-275.
How is the market for homes for sale in Keystone Shores, Odessa, FL?
As of October 20, 2023, the most recent sale is a 7,049 square foot home that sold for $2.65 million in August 2023. This home does not have a private gazebo like this home at 17115 Journeys Drive. The other two homes sold earlier this year were a 5,771 square foot home that sold for $2.275 million and a 4,398 square foot home that sold for $1.925 million.
According to MLS records, the most expensive home ever sold in Keystone Shores Estates is this one, 17115 Journeys End Drive. It sold for $2.8 million in 2009, and is expected to fetch a record price again when it is sold by its current owners.
Sales in 2022
$2,050,000 5 bedrooms 5.5 bathrooms 5,719 sq. ft.
$1,500,000 4 bedrooms 4 bathrooms 4,876 sq. ft.
3 sales in 2021
$1,150,000 4 bedrooms 5 bathrooms 4,458 sq. ft.
$2,350,000 6 bedrooms 7 bathrooms 7,049 sq. ft.
$1,200,000 4 bedrooms 4.5 bathrooms 4,354 sq. ft.
4 sales in 2020
$985,000 5 bedrooms 4.5 bathrooms 4,377 sq. ft.
$915,000 6 bedrooms 5.5 bathrooms 4,225 sq. ft.
$1,260,000 7 bedrooms 5.5 bathrooms 5,719 sq. ft.
$950,000 6 bedrooms 5.5 bathrooms 5,719 sq. ft.
Besides Keystone Shores, where else can you find waterfront homes for sale in Odessa, FL?
As of October 12, 2023, there are three other waterfront homes for sale in Odessa, FL priced above $1 million. They are located in the communities of Copeland Creek and Windham Lakes.
The following communities in Odessa, FL also have waterfront homes available, but there are no properties currently listed for sale:
Keystone Lake
Keystone Park Colony
Karencia
Hidden Lake
Lakeside Grove Estate
Nine Eagles
Parker Point
Greyhawk Lake Polo
Starkey Ranch
Lake Minneola
*William Darrell Mays Jr. was a popular American television direct response advertising salesman. He was the CEO and founder of Mays Promotions, whose promotions aired primarily on the Home Shopping Network. He promoted a variety of products, including OxyClean, Orange Glow, Kaboom, and Zolbeez.