About This Home

This 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom single family at 18220 Elmwood Drive in Alva, FL is listed for $850,000 ($242 per sqft). Built in 1956, the home offers 3,512 sqft of living space on a 3.20 acres lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 1956
  • 3.20 acre lot
  • Private pool
  • Fireplace
  • Waterfront

Property Details

1 story
3 full
5-car garage
1956

Amenities

PoolFireplaceWaterfrontA/C
Listing Description

MOTIVATED REDUCTION *** $-150,000.00 *** PRICE IMPROVEMENT REFLECTS SELLER MOTIVATION. PRICED TO MOVE AT AN UNBEATABLE VALUE! UNPRECEDENTED VALUE AND OPPORTUNITY. 3.2 AC, 2 HOMES, 2400 SF RED IRON BARN, LAP POOL AND HUGE LANAI, NAVIGABLE WATER 500 YARDS TO CALOOSAHATCHEE RIVER DOWN RIVER OF LOCKS.

ZONED AG-2. NO HOA, NOT IN A SUBDIVISIONS. PRESERVED TELEGRAPH VIEWS BY CONSERVATION EASEMENT. HAVE INSTANT EQUITY AND BE FREE IN YOUR FUTURE FROM ASSOCIATIONS AND RESIDENTIAL ZONING. This is a truly remarkable property that photographs can't do it justice.

Such a beautiful oasis!! Private, peaceful,...Perfect for an Artist, writer, photographer or just a nature lover! The good life awaits!! Multigenerational property 2 home estate. Enjoy the workshop/barn of the 2400sf red iron/steel barn. Enjoy the screened recreational area with 40ft pool.

Located on 344 feet of the navigable Telegraph Creek, 550 yards to the Caloosahatchee river. Feel the privacy in this 3.2 acre estate. ZONED AG 2! Mature oaks & pines, find yourself in the secret, equestrian and recreational Hideaway of Alva, Florida!

The tranquility and elegance of this 3.2 acres rich in classic southern style charm. DETAILS: Main house is 2422sf 3/2 with grand open spaces. The kitchen features state of the art amenities, including BLANCHE quartz countertops, stainless steel sink, eye-catching subzero, classic French door, refrigerator freezer.

Chef's choice of the induction range, convection, double oven and an easy to reach conveniently located microwave oven. Designer cabinetry, with soft, closing drawers and heavy hinge, including a large walk-in pantry with designer doors, and stainless steel barn door hardware.

The multi Chef kitchen will support the families best chefs at holidays and gatherings with the island kitchen as the social hub of the 700 ft.2 gathering space. A large family room is the hub for the three bedrooms on the north side of the house. The family room features a wood-burning fireplace, and panoramic veiws of the backyard and the telegraph creek.

The master suite includes a large walk-in closet and private bath with dual sinks and a spacious custom shower. Private access into the lanai and pool area. The second bedroom, with a vaulted ceiling and access into the pool lanai area. The third bedroom features, built-in open bookshelves, + large size walk-in closet.

BONUS!! 1090 ft.2 guest house with carport. Full functioning, with living room, dining room, and a fully equipped kitchen in the central space, full laundry, hook ups, independent HVAC from main house, and a bedroom located on each end of the living space. A large screened, private lanai invites you to relax and enjoy. A 40 x 60 red iron steel building with three overhead doors and an access door, on a monolithic pour of concrete is here for your needs.

Monthly Cost Estimate

$4,546/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$615
Interest$3,683
Insurance$248

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

18220 Elmwood Drive

Alva, FL 33920

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

BreakfastBarBuiltInFeaturesBedroomOnMainLevelDualSinksEntranceFoyerEatInKitchenFamilyDiningRoomFireplaceHandicapAccessHighCeilingsKitchenIslandLivingDiningRoomPantryShowerOnlySeparateShowerWalkInPantryWalkInClosetsWindowTreatments

Exterior Features

SecurityHighImpactDoorsPatioPrivacyWallShuttersManual

Property Details

Flooring

TileConcrete

Construction

Block MetalFrame Concrete Stucco

Pool Features

Pool

Outdoor Features

PatioPorch

Parking

CarportDrivewayGarage

Heating

Electric (Heating)Central

Cooling

Central AirElectric

Appliances

DryerDishwasherFreezerIceMakerMicrowaveRangeRefrigeratorRefrigeratorWithIceMakerWaterPurifierWasherWaterSoftener

Questions & Answers

This 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom single family at 18220 Elmwood Drive is listed at $850,000 ($242/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $4,546 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance.

Key features include: Built in 1956, 3.20 acre lot, Private pool, Fireplace, Waterfront. Interior Features: BreakfastBar, BuiltInFeatures, BedroomOnMainLevel. Exterior Features: SecurityHighImpactDoors, Patio, PrivacyWall.

This property is listed by Missy McAmis.

MM

Missy McAmis

License 906000861

Agent at Dalton Wade

Listed by Dalton Wade · Broker phone: (727) 888-4175 · View on Broker Site · Broker website

MLS# 2026018191· Source: Florida Gulf Coast Multiple Listing Service, Inc.· 194 days on PropertySimple

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18220 Elmwood Drive, Alva, FL 33920

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