Welcome to your private waterfront retreat! This beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 3-bath home sits on nearly an acre along a serene canal, offering the perfect blend of comfort, space, and Florida lifestyle living. Step inside to a warm and inviting living room featuring a cozy fireplace—perfect for relaxing evenings. The thoughtfully designed layout includes a spacious primary suite with a conveniently located laundry room just steps away for added ease. Outdoors is where this property truly shines. Enjoy your fiberglass saltwater pool within a screened enclosure, along with a covered porch ideal for entertaining or unwinding in peace. With no rear neighbors—thanks to protected state land across the canal—you’ll appreciate the privacy and natural surroundings. Boating enthusiasts will love the private backyard boat ramp, electric boat lift, and quick access to the Chain of Lakes—making every day feel like a vacation. Additional features include a detached 1-car garage, covered carport parking, and a storage shed for all your tools and toys. This home has been lovingly cared for and is ready for its next owner to enjoy. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, and everyday amenities, this rare waterfront property offers both tranquility and accessibility. Don’t miss your chance to own this slice of paradise! Bonus opportunity: The adjacent vacant lots on both sides of the home are also available for purchase—offering incredible 2.5 acres total for added privacy, expansion, or investment MLS# G511002 and G5109998
Sold for $599,000
$599,000
11449 OCKLAWAHA DRIVE, LEESBURG, FL 34788
3beds
1,757sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1980
0.85 Acres Lot
$599,400 Zestimate®
$341/sqft
$2,509 Estimated rent
Home value
$599,400
$557,000 - $641,000
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Cozy fireplaceSerene canalElectric boat liftCovered carport parkingSpacious primary suitePrivate backyard boat ramp
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Listed by:
Deborah Zimmer 352-536-6530,
WATSON REALTY CORP 352-536-6530
Bought with:
Bill Casey, 349826
COLDWELL BANKER VANGUARD EDGE
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: G5109995
Originating MLS: Lake and Sumter
Originating MLS: Lake and Sumter
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Attic, Utility Room, Bonus Room, Florida Room, Storage Rooms
Primary bedroom
- Features: En Suite Bathroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x14
Bedroom 3
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 320 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16x20
Bonus room
- Features: No Closet
- Level: First
- Width: 16 Feet
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16x12
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Length: 12 Feet
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 396 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22x18
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Inside
Features
- Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Engineered Hardwood
- Doors: Sliding Doors
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,732
- Total interior livable area: 1,757 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Driveway, Covered
- Garage spaces: 1
- Carport spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Screened, Rear Porch
- Exterior features: Irrigation System
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Salt Water, Screen Enclosure, Fiberglass
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, Trees/Woods, Canal
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Canal
- Waterfront features: Canal - Freshwater, Lake Privileges, Freshwater Canal Access, Lift - Covered, Boat Ramp - Private
Lot
- Size: 0.85 Acres
- Features: Level
- Residential vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Oak Trees
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s), Boat House
- Parcel number: 121925000200005700
- Zoning: R-6
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Florida
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco, Block
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1980
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Water Connected, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
- Subdivision: NOT INCORPORATED
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Leesburg
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $341/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $259,966
- Annual tax amount: $2,200
- Date on market: 3/24/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 13 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 0
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/1/2026 | Sold | $599,000$341/sqft |
Source:  Stellar MLS #G5109995 Report a problem | ||
| 4/7/2026 | Pending sale | $599,000$341/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #G5109995 Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $599,000+530.5%$341/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #G5109995 Report a problem | ||
| 11/18/1998 | Sold | $95,000$54/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,200 +2.8% | $144,450 +2.9% |
| 2024 | $2,140 +13.6% | $140,380 +3% |
| 2023 | $1,884 +11.4% | $136,300 +3% |
| 2022 | $1,692 +3.6% | $132,330 +3% |
| 2021 | $1,633 -3.9% | $128,481 +1.4% |
| 2020 | $1,698 +1.3% | $126,708 +2.3% |
| 2019 | $1,677 +5.1% | $123,860 +1.9% |
| 2018 | $1,596 | $121,551 +18.2% |
| 2017 | $1,596 +23.7% | $102,854 +0.4% |
| 2016 | $1,290 -1.3% | $102,424 +0.7% |
| 2015 | $1,307 -2% | $101,713 +0.8% |
| 2014 | $1,334 +45.5% | $100,906 +1.3% |
| 2013 | $917 -1.7% | $99,590 -0.3% |
| 2012 | $933 -24.6% | $99,914 -16.9% |
| 2011 | $1,238 -4.9% | $120,172 -2.4% |
| 2010 | $1,302 -7.2% | $123,156 -5.2% |
| 2009 | $1,403 +0.3% | $129,863 +0.1% |
| 2008 | $1,399 -9% | $129,734 +3% |
| 2007 | $1,538 -4.4% | $125,956 +2.5% |
| 2006 | $1,609 +2.8% | $122,884 +3% |
| 2005 | $1,566 +3.4% | $119,305 |
| 2004 | $1,515 +0.6% | -- |
| 2003 | $1,507 +12.7% | $114,106 +4% |
| 2002 | $1,336 | $109,675 +1.6% |
| 2001 | $1,336 +2.3% | $107,948 +2.2% |
| 2000 | $1,307 | $105,663 |
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Neighborhood: 34788
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Treadway Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1 mi
- 5/10Tavares Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 5.9 mi
- 4/10Tavares High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Treadway Elem
- Middle: Tavares Middle
- High: Tavares High
Source: Stellar MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Florida
- Lake County
- Leesburg
- 34788
- 11449 OCKLAWAHA DRIVE
