Residential Property - Single Family Residence in Altoona
Listing Price: $599,000 (Mortgage Calculator →)Cumulative Days on Market: 315
Description of Property
Nestled on five fully picturesque fenced acres just north of Umatilla, this completely remodeled 2-bedroom, 2-bath home with a loft offers the perfect blend of privacy and modern comfort. Inside, you’ll find a beautifully updated wood-burning fireplace, a bright and airy kitchen with abundant cabinetry, a breakfast bar, dinette area, and new stainless steel appliances—all bathed in natural sunlight. The remodeled laundry room includes a new washer and dryer for added convenience. A screened porch off the north side of the living room overlooks a fenced pet area, creating an ideal space to relax while your animals roam safely. The property also features a small hobby greenhouse, garden area, two-stall barn, and a versatile dog kennel that has also served as a chicken coop. The expansive garage can accommodate up to six vehicles or function as a spacious workshop, and an attached private studio offers the perfect setting for a home office or creative retreat. Enjoy peaceful country living just minutes from shopping and annual festivals in Umatilla, close to the riding trails of Ocala National Forest and the crystal-clear waters of Alexander Springs. The vibrant Golden Triangle communities of Mount Dora, Tavares, and Eustis are just a short drive south, offering even more dining, shopping, and year-round events. This is a rare opportunity to grow your own food—or your family—in a truly serene setting.
Property Details At A Glance
Property Type: Residential
Property Use or Sub Type: Single Family Residence
City: Altoona
County: Lake
Subdivision: Altoona
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 2
Sq. Ft. Gross: 4,980
Sq. Ft. Living Area: 2,204
Cost per (heated) sqare foot: $272
Year built: 1949
Annual Tax: $3,431
Taxes and fees can change periodically, and other fees may apply. Please check with your Suncoasteam agent for more details.
Appliances: Washer
Fireplace: Yes
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Window Features: Window Treatments
Additional Rooms: Inside Utility
Flooring: Luxury Vinyl
Schools
Elementary School: Umatilla Elem
Middle/Junior High School: Umatilla Middle
High School: Umatilla High
Pool & Waterfront Info
Private Pool: Not specified
Exterior & Construction
Architectural Style: Florida
Construction: Wood Frame (FSC Certified)
Foundation: Slab
Roof: Shingle
Exterior Features: Storage
Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 6
Parking Features: Workshop in Garage
Floors Total: 2
Floors in Unit: Two
Cooling: Other
Heating & Fuel: Other
Patio & Porch Features: Side Porch
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Other Structures: Workshop
View: Trees/Woods
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Well
Lot Information
Lot Features: Zoned for Horses
Lot Size (acres): 5
Lot Size (sq. ft.): 217,762 square feet
Lot Dimensions: 475 x 465 x 415 x 512
Road Frontage: Street Paved
Front Exposure: East
Legal Description & Other Information
Financing Available: VA Loan
Parcel Number: 301727000400002700
Zoning: R-1
Pets Allowed/Pet Policies: Yes
Tax Legal Desc.: FROM NW COR OF NE 1/4 OF SE 1/4 RUN N 89DEG 55MIN 18SEC E 335.08 FT S 01DEG 13MIN 30SEC W 208.76 FT N 89DEG 55MIN 18SEC E 218.06 FT FOR POB CONT N 89DEG 55MIN 18SEC E 472.58 FT S 08DEG 11MIN 11SEC W 513.55 FT S 89DEG 53MIN 00SEC W 130.46 FT N 80DEG 3 1MIN 30SEC W 282.72 FT N 01DEG 13MIN 30SEC E 461.50 FT TO POB ORB 5934 PG 663
Section: 30
Range: 27
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