Discover the charm of Old Florida in this inviting 1949 Cracker-style cottage, where coastal character and laid-back island living come together. Offering 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and plenty of living space, this home is full of personality and ready for its next chapter. Inside, you'll find a spacious living room, a separate dining area, and a sunroom that's perfect for enjoying your morning coffee. With views of the Back Bayou, this property offers a wonderful opportunity to embrace the relaxed rhythm of island life. Also, a new metal roof was installed in 2021. Whether you're searching for a full-time residence or a weekend getaway, this charming cottage offers a chance to experience the character, natural beauty, and slower pace of Cedar Key. Spend your days enjoying the water, exploring local shops and seafood restaurants, fishing, and taking in those unforgettable coastal sunsets. If you've been dreaming of a place with history, character, and a distinctly Old Florida feel, this Cedar Key cottage deserves a closer look!
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Price cut: $10K (10/27)
$309,000
12870 Whiddon Ave, Cedar Key, FL 32625
3beds
1,344sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1949
10,454 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$230/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Dining room
- 67 days
- 570
- 48
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Listed by:
Angela Beckham 904-206-1257,
Cedar Key Realty, Inc. 352-543-9899
Source: Dixie-Gilchrist Levy Counties BOR,MLS#: 799857
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Other
Primary bathroom
- Features: Separate Tub & Shower
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Closet
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Doors: Sliding Doors
- Windows: Single Hung Windows, Window Treatments
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,344
- Total interior livable area: 1,344 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, Gravel
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Open Deck
- Has view: Yes
- Has water view: Yes
Lot
- Size: 10,454 Square Feet
- Features: Irregular Lot, Native Plants, Partially Landscaped, Wooded, Flood Plain
- Topography: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 0040500000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cracker
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding, Frame
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1949
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Not In Subdivision
Location
- Region: Cedar Key
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $230/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $267,804
- Annual tax amount: $4,448
- Date on market: 9/1/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Inclusions: Furnishings Are Negotiable
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/27/2026 | Price change | $309,000-3.1%$230/sqft |
Source:  Dixie-Gilchrist Levy Counties BOR #799857 Report a problem | ||
| 9/26/2026 | Price change | $319,000-3%$237/sqft |
Source: Dixie-Gilchrist Levy Counties BOR #799857 Report a problem | ||
| 9/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $329,000+9.7%$245/sqft |
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| 6/9/2023 | Sold | $300,000-10.4%$223/sqft |
Source: Dixie-Gilchrist Levy Counties BOR #786524 Report a problem | ||
| 5/23/2023 | Pending sale | $335,000$249/sqft |
Source: Dixie-Gilchrist Levy Counties BOR #786524 Report a problem | ||
| 5/21/2023 | Listed for sale | $335,000+168%$249/sqft |
Source: Dixie-Gilchrist Levy Counties BOR #786524 Report a problem | ||
| 7/14/1998 | Sold | $125,000$93/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,961 +180.3% | $267,804 +125.8% |
| 2023 | $2,127 +4.9% | $118,585 +3% |
| 2022 | $2,028 +60.6% | $115,131 +4.4% |
| 2021 | $1,263 +1.8% | $110,235 -23.6% |
| 2020 | $1,241 +6.4% | $144,281 +2.8% |
| 2019 | $1,166 -28.7% | $140,363 |
| 2018 | $1,635 | $140,363 +35.5% |
| 2017 | $1,635 +64% | $103,573 -22.2% |
| 2016 | $997 -0.1% | $133,167 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $998 +1% | $131,218 +0.9% |
| 2014 | $987 | $130,034 +32.1% |
| 2013 | -- | $98,461 +1.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $96,815 +3% |
| 2011 | -- | $93,995 +1.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $92,606 +2.7% |
| 2009 | -- | $90,171 +0.1% |
| 2008 | -- | $90,081 +3% |
| 2007 | -- | $87,457 +2.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $85,324 +3% |
| 2005 | -- | $82,839 +3% |
| 2004 | -- | $80,427 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $78,928 +2.4% |
| 2002 | -- | $77,079 +1.6% |
| 2001 | -- | $75,866 +3% |
| 2000 | -- | $73,657 |
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Neighborhood: 32625
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Levy
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