Tropical beauty and resort-style living come together in this Lake Jovita cabana home, with a new Roof, AC, and water heater, all perfectly set on a 1/4-acre lot with sweeping golf and pond views. Known and loved for its unique layout, this residence wraps around a sparkling heated pool and spa, creating a private courtyard retreat you’ll never want to leave. Arrive to lush landscaping, a paver driveway, and a gated front entryway that sets the tone for the serene oasis beyond. Through double doors, the travertine-tiled courtyard opens to both the 2 bedroom, 2 bath main home and the 1 bedroom, 1 bath guest cabana, offering an ideal setup for visitors, multigenerational living, or a private home office. Inside the main home, thoughtful design details include coffered ceilings, crown molding, built-in shelving, a split-bedroom layout, and quadruple sliding doors that seamlessly extend the living space to the screened porch and present stunning views of Lake Jovita’s 13th South Tee Box. Prepare your everyday meals with ease- this eat-in kitchen is nicely equipped and has plenty of dining space! It features Corian countertops, breakfast bar seating, an eat-in dinette with pool views, stainless steel appliances, and an oversized walk-in pantry. The primary suite is privately tucked away, offering direct pool access, a generous walk-in closet, and a spacious ensuite with dual sinks, a soaking tub, walk-in shower, and water closet. The guest bedroom is across the home positioned near the second full bath with pool access and the laundry room. Outdoors, the screened porch and travertine grilling patio provide plenty of space to relax and entertain while enjoying beautiful Florida sunsets and uninterrupted golf course and pond views. A tranquil paradise set within the gates of the desirable gated Lake Jovita community offering high speed Blue Stream internet, a playground, pickleball court, basketball court, dog park, and walking trails. Optional amenity packages are available at the Lake Jovita Golf and Country Club including access to two 18-hole champion golf courses, a restaurant, swimming pool, tennis courts, and more! Don’t miss the chance to experience cabana living in one of Tampa Bay’s premier golf course communities, schedule your private showing today!
Sold for $475,000
$475,000
12508 FOREST HIGHLANDS DRIVE, DADE CITY, FL 33525
3beds
2,268sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2005
10,713 Square Feet Lot
$464,600 Zestimate®
$209/sqft
$2,899 Estimated rent
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$464,600
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Travertine-tiled courtyardPrivate courtyard retreatNew roofBreakfast bar seatingSplit-bedroom layoutCorian countertopsBeautiful florida sunsets
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Listed by:
Geri LaFountain 813-469-0542,
KING & ASSOCIATES REAL ESTATE LLC 352-458-0291
Bought with:
Heather Kesting, 3572328
KELLER WILLIAMS SOUTH TAMPA
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: TB8434360
Originating MLS: Suncoast Tampa
Originating MLS: Suncoast Tampa
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Utility Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), En Suite Bathroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 266 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x19
Bedroom 2
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), En Suite Bathroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 432 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18x24
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Pantry
- Level: First
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x13
Living room
- Features: Built-In Shelving, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 588 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21x28
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Coffered Ceiling(s), Crown Molding, Eating Space In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Surface Counters, Split Bedroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Laminate, Tile, Vinyl
- Doors: French Doors, Sliding Doors
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,342
- Total interior livable area: 2,268 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Other, Rear Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Courtyard, Lighting, Rain Gutters
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Screen Enclosure
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Heated, In Ground
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Golf Course, Water, Pond
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Pond
Lot
- Size: 10,713 Square Feet
- Features: In County, Landscaped, On Golf Course
- Residential vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Trees/Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Cabana
- Parcel number: 0625210020000001230
- Zoning: MPUD
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Courtyard
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2005
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: BB/HS Internet Available, Electricity Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Clubhouse, Deed Restrictions, Dog Park, Fitness Center, Gated Community - Guard, Golf Carts OK, Golf, Park, Playground, Pool, Restaurant, Tennis Court(s)
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
- Subdivision: LAKE JOVITA GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB PH 01
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Basketball Court, Gated, Pickleball Court(s), Playground
- HOA fee: $99 monthly
- HOA name: Sherri Kleberg
- HOA phone: 352-567-7000
Location
- Region: Dade City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $209/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $495,212
- Annual tax amount: $7,325
- Date on market: 10/4/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 20 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 11/21/2025 | Sold | $475,000-4%$209/sqft |
Source:  Stellar MLS #TB8434360 Report a problem | ||
| 10/24/2025 | Pending sale | $495,000$218/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #TB8434360 Report a problem | ||
| 10/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $495,000+41.8%$218/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #TB8434360 Report a problem | ||
| 1/18/2019 | Sold | $349,000-2.8%$154/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/19/2018 | Pending sale | $359,000$158/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX PREMIER GROUP #E2401031 Report a problem | ||
| 12/13/2018 | Listed for sale | $359,000+354.4%$158/sqft |
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| 1/8/2004 | Sold | $79,000$35/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,712 +5.3% | $495,212 +1.1% |
| 2024 | $7,326 +9.6% | $489,755 +29.2% |
| 2023 | $6,684 +24.1% | $379,100 +10% |
| 2022 | $5,384 +14% | $344,640 +21% |
| 2021 | $4,721 +5% | $284,833 +5.2% |
| 2020 | $4,496 -0.4% | $270,871 +0.5% |
| 2019 | $4,512 | $269,431 +3.3% |
| 2018 | $4,512 +2.9% | $260,944 +2.1% |
| 2017 | $4,384 +0.2% | $255,551 +7.4% |
| 2016 | $4,378 +8.2% | $237,982 +3.6% |
| 2015 | $4,047 +4.8% | $229,657 +2.9% |
| 2014 | $3,863 | $223,245 +3.4% |
| 2013 | -- | $215,826 -1.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $219,937 -4.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $231,134 -6.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $246,396 -7.1% |
| 2009 | -- | $265,325 -20% |
| 2008 | -- | $331,544 -10.7% |
| 2007 | -- | $371,355 +4.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $355,407 +352.3% |
| 2005 | -- | $78,584 +17.3% |
| 2004 | -- | $66,984 +5.7% |
| 2003 | -- | $63,384 +1.3% |
| 2002 | -- | $62,584 +12.3% |
| 1999 | -- | $55,708 |
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Neighborhood: 33525
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GreatSchools rating
- 3/10San Antonio Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 2.2 mi
- 3/10Pasco Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.4 mi
- 3/10Pasco High SchoolGrades: PK,9-12Distance: 8.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: San Antonio-PO
- Middle: Pasco Middle-PO
- High: Pasco High-PO
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
- Pasco County
- Dade City
- 33525
- 12508 FOREST HIGHLANDS DRIVE
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