1102 Palm View Avenue, Belleair, FL 33756
For Sale $3,100,000
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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.
Built-in Features
Ceiling Fans(s)
Crown Molding
Eat-in Kitchen
High Ceilings
Living Room/Dining Room Combo
Solid Wood Cabinets
Split Bedroom
Thermostat
Walk-In Closet(s)
Wet Bar
Window Treatments
Taxes: $33,288.00
Tax Year: 2024
Courtyard
French Doors
Lighting
Outdoor Kitchen
Outdoor Shower
Sidewalk
Sliding Doors
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
Golf Course
Elementary School: Mildred Helms Elementary-Pn
Middle School: Largo Middle-Pn
Junior High: Largo Middle-Pn
High School: Largo High-Pn
MLS Area: 33756 - Clearwater/Belleair
Price per Square Feet: $430.97
Water: Public
Lot Desc.: Corner Lot, Landscaped, Level, Near Golf Course, Oversized Lot, Sidewalk, Paved
Construction: Brick, Stucco
Date Listed: 2025-11-24 05:00:00
Pool: Yes
Pool Type: Auto Cleaner, Child Safety Fence, Fiber Optic Lighting, Gunite, In Ground
Furnished: Negotiable
Parking: Driveway, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(S), Garage Door Opener
Garage Spaces: 4
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Other, Wood
Roof: Built-Up, Membrane, Tile
Heating: Central, Electric, Zoned
Cooling: Central Air
Pets: Yes
Sewer: Public Sewer
Listing Courtesy Of: Smith & Associates Real Estate
cboudreau@smithandassociates.com
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.
Property Details
Price: $3,100,000
Sq Ft: 7,193
($431 per sqft)
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 5
Partial Baths: 1
City: Belleair
County: Pinellas
Type: Single Family Reside
Development: Belleair Estates
Acres: 0.62
Virtual Tour/Floorplan: View
Year Built: 1922
Listing Number: TB8449464
Status Code: A-Active
Taxes: $33,288.00
Tax Year: 2024
Garage:
4
Furnishings: Negotiable
Pets Allowed: Yes
Interior Features:
Built-in Features
Ceiling Fans(s)
Crown Molding
Eat-in Kitchen
High Ceilings
Living Room/Dining Room Combo
Solid Wood Cabinets
Split Bedroom
Thermostat
Walk-In Closet(s)
Wet Bar
Window Treatments
Financial Information:
Taxes: $33,288.00
Tax Year: 2024
Exterior Features:
Courtyard
French Doors
Lighting
Outdoor Kitchen
Outdoor Shower
Sidewalk
Sliding Doors
Equipment:
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
View:
Golf Course
School Information:
Elementary School: Mildred Helms Elementary-Pn
Middle School: Largo Middle-Pn
Junior High: Largo Middle-Pn
High School: Largo High-Pn
Additional Information:
MLS Area: 33756 - Clearwater/Belleair
Price per Square Feet: $430.97
Water: Public
Lot Desc.: Corner Lot, Landscaped, Level, Near Golf Course, Oversized Lot, Sidewalk, Paved
Construction: Brick, Stucco
Date Listed: 2025-11-24 05:00:00
Pool: Yes
Pool Type: Auto Cleaner, Child Safety Fence, Fiber Optic Lighting, Gunite, In Ground
Furnished: Negotiable
Parking: Driveway, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(S), Garage Door Opener
Garage Spaces: 4
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Other, Wood
Roof: Built-Up, Membrane, Tile
Heating: Central, Electric, Zoned
Cooling: Central Air
Pets: Yes
Sewer: Public Sewer
Map of 1102 Palm View Avenue, Belleair, FL 33756
Listing Courtesy Of: Smith & Associates Real Estate
cboudreau@smithandassociates.com