Residential Property - Single Family Residence in Altoona
Listing Price: $635,000
Description of Property
Escape to your own 5-acre retreat near the Ocala National Forest, perfectly positioned between Orlando and Ocala! This might-as-well-be-new 3-bedroom home combines FARMHOUSE charm with MODERN UPDATES throughout—featuring LUXURY VINYL PLANK flooring, a GOURMET KITCHEN with gas range, and a grand FIREPLACE as the living room focal point. The detached multi-car GARAGE and oversized WORKSHOP offer incredible versatility—ideal for running a business, creating art, or pursuing your craft. The air-conditioned STUDIO space is ready for an ARTIST, designer, or creative ENTREPRENEUR, while the WORKSHOP can accommodate trades like mechanics, roofers, or dog trainers. With TWO STALLS for your horses, this property also invites equestrians and nature lovers alike. Minutes from Rocking Horse Ranch, site of renowned EVENTING competitions including Olympic trials, it’s a gateway to endless trail riding, hiking, and outdoor adventure. Designed for those who value a SELF-SUSTAINING LIFESTYLE, the property features a luxe chicken coop, fenced dog yard, garden space for growing your own food, and room for guests to camp or gather under the stars— fenced for privacy and security. A true blend of comfort, creativity, and conservation—this turnkey country property offers limitless possibilities for homesteaders, artists, environmentalists, and small business owners alike. Seller reports Roofs, HVAC, Septic, Water Heater, and Electrical are all about 3 years old.
Property Details At A Glance
Property Type: Residential
Property Use or Sub Type: Single Family Residence
City: Altoona
County: Lake
Subdivision: None
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Sq. Ft. Gross: 2,204
Sq. Ft. Living Area: 2,204
Cost per (heated) sqare foot: $288
Year built: 1949
Annual Tax: $3,347
Taxes and fees can change periodically, and other fees may apply. Please check with your Realtor for more details.
Appliances: Water Softener
Fireplace: Yes
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Additional Rooms: Inside Utility
Flooring: Tile
Pool & Waterfront Info
Private Pool: Not specified
Exterior & Construction
Architectural Style: Other
Construction: Wood Frame (FSC Certified)
Foundation: Slab
Roof: Shingle
Exterior Features: Dog Run
Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Workshop in Garage
Floors Total: 1
Floors in Unit: Two
Cooling: Other
Heating & Fuel: Other
Electric:
Patio & Porch Features: Screened
Security Features:
Other Structures: Workshop
View: Trees/Woods
Fencing: Wire
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Well
Lot Information
Lot Features: Zoned for Horses
Lot Size (acres): 5
Lot Size (sq. ft.): 217,800 square feet
Lot Dimensions: 515 x 472 x 463 x 413
Road Frontage: Highway
Front Exposure: East
Legal Description & Other Information
Financing Available: Conventional
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 31MIN 30SEC W 282.72 FT, N 01DEG 13MIN 30SEC E 461.50 FT TO POB ORB 3523 PG 1053
Section: 30
Range: 27E
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