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$890,000
140 Days On Site

18220 Elmwood Drive
Alva, FL 33920

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
5
Beds
3
Total Baths
3
Full Baths
3,512
SqFt
$253
/SqFt
1956
Built
Subdivision:
NOT APPLICABLE
County:
Lee
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MOTIVATED REDUCTION *** $-100,000.00 *** 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.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$890,000
Days On Site 
140 Days
Bedrooms 
5
Inside Area (SqFt) 
3,512 sqft
Total Baths 
3
Full Baths 
3
Partial Baths 
N/A
Lot Size 
3.2 Acres
Year Built 
1956
MLS® Number 
2026018191
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$2,431.35
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Appraiser
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
2 weeks agoStatus changed to Active
2 weeks agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
3 months agoPrice changed to $890,000
5 months agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
3.2
Carport 
1
Direction Faces 
West
Disclosures 
Disclosure On File
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
5
Number Of Stories 
1
Parking 
Circular DrivewayDetachedGarageAttached Carport
Pets 
Yes
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Private SewerSeptic Tank
SqFt Total 
3512
Style 
Contemporary, Other, Ranch, One Story, See Remarks
Utilities 
Cable Available
Water Source 
Well
Interior Features
Appliances 
DryerDishwasherFreezerIce MakerMicrowaveRangeRefrigeratorWater PurifierWasherWater Softener
Cooling 
Central AirElectric
Fireplace 
Yes
Flooring 
ConcreteTile
Furnished 
Negotiable
Heating 
CentralElectric
Interior 
Breakfast BarBuilt-in FeaturesEntrance FoyerEat-in KitchenHigh CeilingsKitchen IslandPantryWalk-In Closet(s)
Window Features 
Bay Window(s)Display Window(s)Window CoveringsShutters
Bedroom 
Dimensions - 10.00 x 15.00Description - Bedroom
Dining Room 
Dimensions - 10.00 x 16.00Description - Dining Room
Family Room 
Dimensions - 14.00 x 21.00Description - Family Room
Garage 
Dimensions - 40.00 x 60.00Description - Garage
Kitchen 
Dimensions - 8.00 x 17.00Description - Kitchen
Master Bedroom 
Dimensions - 13.00 x 18.00Description - Master Bedroom
ScreenedPorch 
Dimensions - 68.00 x 33.00Description - Lanai
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
BlockOtherConcreteStucco
Exterior 
Other
Lot Features 
Irregular LotWaterfront
Other Structures 
Outbuilding
Patio And Porch 
PatioScreenedPorch
Pool Features 
Electric HeatHeatedIn GroundLapScreen EnclosurePrivate
Private Pool 
Yes
Road Frontage 
Private Road
Roof 
MetalShingle
View 
Creek/StreamTrees/Woods
Waterfront 
Yes
Waterfront Features 
CreekNavigable Water
Waterview 
Creek/StreamTrees/Woods
Windows/Doors 
Bay Window(s)Display Window(s)Window CoveringsShutters
Community Features
Accessibility Features 
Accessible Entrance
Community Features 
None
MLS Area 
AL01 - Alva
Financing Terms Available 
Cash
Roads 
Paved
Horse Allowed 
Yes
Listing courtesy of Dalton Wade Inc

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