Discover peaceful waterfront living along Telegraph Creek at 18130 Elmwood Drive. This beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home sits on 1.10 acres of serene, private land, offering the perfect blend of comfort, style, and classic Alva charm.
Step inside to find tile flooring throughout, a bright open layout, and a modern kitchen featuring granite countertops, upgraded cabinetry, and plenty of space for cooking and gathering. Both bathrooms have been tastefully updated, and major systems have already been taken care of for you with new plumbing, a 2023 roof, and a new water heater.
Bring your toys, tools, or hobbies. This property includes a detached shed with carport, ideal for storing equipment or creating your own workshop space. Out back, enjoy the true beauty of the property on your private wooden dock, where morning coffee, sunset views, and weekend kayaking or fishing become a part of everyday life.
Located on a quiet, tree-lined street in the heart of Alva, this home offers the peace and privacy of country living while still being conveniently close to town amenities, dining, and schools.
Move-in ready, beautifully updated, and perfectly placed on one of Alva’s most scenic waterways, this is Telegraph Creek living at its best.
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$520,000
18130 Elmwood Dr, Alva, FL 33920
3beds
1,950sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1971
1.13 Acres Lot
$518,200 Zestimate®
$267/sqft
$3,221 Estimated rent
Home value
$518,200
$461,000 - $586,000
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Private wooden dockDetached shed with carportBright open layoutQuiet tree-lined streetTile flooring throughoutUpgraded cabinetry
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Listed by:
Jessica Gatewood 239-738-6272,
Real Broker, LLC
Bought with:
Delia Miners, 258015670
New Horizons Real Estate Corp.
Source: Florida Gulf Coast MLS,MLS#: 2025024430
Originating MLS: Florida Gulf Coast
Originating MLS: Florida Gulf CoastFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Den, Screened Porch, Workshop
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Freezer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Inside
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Dual Sinks, Family/Dining Room, Kitchen Island, Living/Dining Room, Pantry, Shower Only, Separate Shower, Workshop, Den, Screened Porch, Workshop
- Flooring: Tile
- Windows: Single Hung, Impact Glass
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,391
- Total interior livable area: 1,950 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Two Spaces, Detached Carport
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Carport spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 3
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Lanai, Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Deck, Security/High Impact Doors, Storage
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Landscaped, Creek/Stream, Trees/Woods
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Creek/Stream
- Waterfront features: Creek
Lot
- Size: 1.13 Acres
- Dimensions: 267 x 258 x 220 x 200
- Features: Oversized Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 1543260000011.0070
- Lease amount: $0
- Zoning description: AG-2
- Horses can be raised: Yes
- Horse amenities: Horses Allowed
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other,Ranch,One Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Concrete, Stucco
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Resale
- Year built: 1971
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, High Speed Internet Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Boat Facilities
- Security: None
- Condo and coop fee: $0
- Membership fee: $0
- Subdivision: ALVA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: None
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Alva
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $267/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $333,153
- Annual tax amount: $2,689
- Date on market: 12/12/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 67 days
- Listing terms: All Financing Considered,Cash
- Ownership: Single Family
- Contingency: Inspection
- Road surface type: Gravel, Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/17/2026 | Sold | $520,000-5.4%$267/sqft |
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| 12/20/2025 | Pending sale | $549,900$282/sqft |
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| 12/12/2025 | Listed for sale | $549,900+214.2%$282/sqft |
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| 10/4/2010 | Listing removed | $175,000$90/sqft |
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| 6/12/2010 | Price change | $175,000-5.4%$90/sqft |
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| 1/14/2010 | Price change | $185,000-7.5%$95/sqft |
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| 11/7/2009 | Listed for sale | $199,900$103/sqft |
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| 6/20/2009 | Listing removed | $199,900$103/sqft |
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| 5/2/2009 | Price change | $199,900-9.1%$103/sqft |
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| 10/30/2008 | Listed for sale | $220,000$113/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,810 +4.5% | $208,067 +2.9% |
| 2024 | $2,690 +56.5% | $202,203 +48.9% |
| 2023 | $1,718 -37.4% | $135,796 -28.8% |
| 2022 | $2,743 +2.4% | $190,596 +3% |
| 2021 | $2,680 +5% | $185,045 +1.4% |
| 2020 | $2,552 +2.2% | $182,490 +2.3% |
| 2019 | $2,497 | $178,467 +0% |
| 2018 | $2,497 -1.7% | $178,464 -19.3% |
| 2017 | $2,540 -22.2% | $221,157 +40.6% |
| 2016 | $3,266 +91.2% | $157,246 +24% |
| 2015 | $1,708 -0.9% | $126,805 +5.4% |
| 2014 | $1,723 +1.3% | $120,299 +0% |
| 2013 | $1,700 -5.6% | $120,292 -19.6% |
| 2012 | $1,802 +1.1% | $149,700 +9.4% |
| 2011 | $1,782 -0.6% | $136,866 +3% |
| 2010 | $1,794 +5.3% | $132,822 -15.4% |
| 2009 | $1,704 -2.2% | $156,980 -20% |
| 2007 | $1,743 -1.3% | $196,310 -0.4% |
| 2006 | $1,766 -2.5% | $197,020 +17.8% |
| 2004 | $1,812 -2.3% | $167,210 -0.9% |
| 2003 | $1,854 +12.3% | $168,790 +21.4% |
| 2002 | $1,651 | $139,070 +39.8% |
| 2000 | -- | $99,450 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 33920
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10River Hall Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.5 mi
- 6/10The Alva SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 5.9 mi
- 4/10Riverdale High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: PROXIMITY
- Middle: PROXIMITY
- High: PROXIMITY
Source: Florida Gulf Coast 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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