1.59 Acre Lakefront Lot

Lake Kerr is approximately 2800+/- acre spring feed lake with some of the best boating, water sports, fishing and paddling you can find in Central Florida. This stunning 1.59 acre lot has 155′ of white sand beeches, beautiful new dock with lighting, composite decking and double electric boat lifts. Property has been prepared for new homesite already. Buy and start building with little too no costs. Located in the heart of the Ocala National Forest w/ beautiful Salt Springs swim area, boat launch and short ride to Lake George and the St. Johns River. Salt Springs is also home to miles and miles of ATV/SxS, Horseback and hiking trails. Great fishing year round in the many lakes, rivers and forest ponds, and don’t forget about the excellent hunting too. Close to local shopping including grocery store, Dollar General, hardware, gas station, great restaurants, entertainment and more. Only short 30 minute drive to Ocala or Palatka for all your needs.

                         ASKING PRICE $690,000

  • 1.59 Acres
  • 155′ of Lake frontage w/ beautiful white sand beach
  • Fenced
  • Dock w/ Composite Decking 2 Boat Slips and 2 Lifts  

 

 

Enchanted Forest Farm / Lake Kerr

21110 E Hwy 316 Salt Springs, FL 32134

9.43+/- acres fenced property with 400′ +/- of waterfront on deep water cove leading to Big Lake Kerr an apprx 2800 acre spring fed lake.  Enjoy water activities year round including fishing, boating and waterskiing.

Home built in 1999 and boasts many upscale improvements (see list below). This well-appointed stucco block home has 1978 sq. ft. of living area.  Home has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, and a fully enclosed 22×24 sq. ft. Florida room with wraparound porch for outdoor entertaining and stunning view of park-like acreage and Big Lake Kerr.

Upon entering the living room you will notice cathedral ceilings, gas fireplace, and open floor plan. Kitchen has abundant cabinets, counter space, indirect lighting and stainless steel appliances (less than 3 yeas old) including side by side refrigerator, gas stove range/oven, microwave, double sink with disposal.

Main bedroom is spacious with newly installed porcelain marble-design tile floors.  Recently professionally designed and renovated bathroom with all-access walk-in rain shower and hand held option, porcelain marble-design tile walls, pebbled marble flooring, professional make up mirror and custom floating vanity and cabinets. Main closet newly redesigned as a walk in closet with custom shelving/storage. Guest bedrooms are spacious and include carpet and ceiling fans.

Fully heated and air conditioned appx. 1800 sq. ft. (30’x60’) workshop, 6″ concrete slab, industrial insulation with 220V/50 Amp service, two – 24k BTU inverter mini split units, 5 garage doors with enough height for lift in one bay, new electric sub panel, work sink, mini fridge and more. Private driveway with newly added crushed stone winding through the enchantment of pine trees leading to park-like acreage and lake view. 

Located in the heart of Ocala National Forest with nearby Salt Springs swim area ,and 5 other spring preserves, boat launch and short ride to Lake George and the St. Johns River. Salt Springs is also home to miles of off-road trails including ATV, horseback and hiking. Great fishing year round in the many lakes, rivers and ponds. Close to local shopping including grocery store, Dollar General, hardware, gas station, great restaurants, entertainment and more. Only short 30 minute drive to Ocala or Palatka.  

House completely painted inside and out, including garage walls and floor

Updated outlets and switches throughout house

Natural sunlight via 6 solar tubes.

2.5 acre +/- corral with mini stable and 200 amp service

Laundry room/mud room: new cabinets and flooring

Top of line Speed Queen washer/dryer

Geothermal heating and cooling system with retention pond in garden

Whole house emergency generator

New white heavy-gauge metal roof 2022

freezer in garage

Dry river bed with two bridges, French drain, and retention wall.

Attached garage – added 9 double-door storage cabinets

Two wells on property

Asking Price $ 649,000

  • 9.43 Acres 
  • Waterfront Access 
  • 3 bedrooms 
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 1978 Living Square Feet
  • 2 Car Attached Garage 
  • 4 Car Detached Garage/Workshop 



For more info please call/text Duke Rountree at (352) 572-1739

3041 NE 166th Place Citra, FL 32113

Don’t miss this ready to go oversized .62 acre lot including well(actually there are 2 wells), septic tank, power pole and metal storage shed. Lot is mostly cleared with some mature trees including oaks, palm and orange trees. Located in Citra, Fl with easy drive to Ocala or Gainesville and close to 301.  Well, septic and power pole are not guaranteed by seller.

Citra, Florida is known as the home of the pineapple orange, (originally called the Hickory orange) a name coined in 1883 for an orange (fruit) with an aroma reminiscent of the pineapple. Citra has two buildings on the National Register of Historic Places: The Citra Methodist Episcopal Church and the Armstrong House. It is home to a University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences plant research facility. Some funs things to do include visiting Animal Rescue Sanctuary or stop by The Orange Shop for fresh squeezed Florida Orange Juice or some cool merchandise. Skunkie Acres offers horse back riding and every local loves visiting Crones Cradle Conserve with great outdoor gardens and country store full of local homemade foods and stuff. Located just short drive to Ocala or Gainesville, don’t miss this great property surrounded by horse country. 

Asking Price $14,500

  • 0.62 Acre Lot 
  • Paved Road Access
  • Well 
  • Septic 
  • Power Pole 

 

Please call/text (352) 572-1739 for more info 

Lake Kerr Canal Home – $235,000

23693 NE 134th Lane Rode Salt Springs, FL 32134

Lake Kerr views without the high price! Don’t miss this Lake Kerr deep water canal manufactured home on .24 acres with 90′ of canal front. Short boat ride and you’re on 2800 acre Lake Kerr. Home was originally built in 1990 but shows much nicer than it’s age. This lovely home is 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms with open split floor plan and 1782 living square feet. Front porch is 792 sf, fully screened and views of the lake and beautiful sunrises. Upon entering the front french doors you will see large living room w/ wood burning fireplace, kitchen(lots of counter space, pantry and built in’s), dining area and under cathedral ceiling. Main bedroom is spacious in size with carpet and bathroom includes double sinks, walk-in closet, privacy toilet and updated tiled shower. Guest bedroom 2 is nicely sized with canal views and the additional bedrooms are cozy in size with french doors leading to screen porch. Guest bathroom has shower. Inside laundry is a plus and leads to rear deck leading to back yard. Outside includes 10’x20′ wood shed/workshop, concrete paver are perfect for grilling and well pump/storage shed as well. There is a dock, retaining wall, and very large covered boat parking. RV hookups and covered lean too for your toys. Located in the heart of the Ocala National Forest w/ beautiful Salt Springs swim area, boat launch and short ride to Lake George and the St. Johns River. Salt Springs is also home to miles and miles of ATV/SxS, Horseback and hiking trails. Great fishing year round in the many lakes, rivers and forest ponds, and don’t forget about the excellent hunting too. Close to local shopping including grocery store, Dollar General, hardware, gas station, great restaurants, entertainment and more. Only short 30 minute drive to Ocala or Palatka for all your needs.

  • 1990 Mobile Home
  • Dock & Covered Boat Slip
  • Boat Ramp Access to Lake Kerr
  • 4 Bedrooms 
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 1782 Living Sq Ft
  • .24 Acres w/ 90′ Canal Front

ASKING PRICE $235,000


 

23.86 Acre Slice of Serenity $445,000

13661 NE 247 Lane Fort McCoy, FL 32134

This is a beautiful 23.86 +/- fenced acre heaven sitting on two paved road frontages (CR 315 and NE 247th Lane) and having two addresses. Because the property backs up to the governmentally preserved land, wildlife including deer, turkey, and many others are plentiful. The land has so many large, beautiful trees. The 2000 year built manufactured home is well kept and move-in ready with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 2280 living square feet. The house has a spacious open floor plan including a dining room, living room, kitchen, and laundry room. The kitchen includes lots of cabinets and counter spaces, with a large island and all appliances are included. The living room is spacious with lots of windows and natural light. The main bedroom is nicely sized with a bathroom including a garden tub, shower, and privacy toilet plus a large walk-in closet. Guest bedrooms are spacious as well. The large bonus room is currently used as a billiard/game room, which could also be used as another bedroom, office, or family room setup. Next to the billiard room is a half bath that offers easy access from outside or for entertaining guests. The front deck is 12×16 and great for enjoying a morning cup of coffee or watching the sunset in the evening. Outside will find 2 storage sheds (12×24 & 11×24) w/ power and water and a large chicken coop. Located within minutes from a boat ramp of the Ocklawaha River, grocery store, doctor’s office, pharmacy, hardware, convenience store, gas station, pizza delivery, and more. It is within 30 minutes to either Silver Springs, which is great for kayaking, boating, and outdoor activities or Ocala or Gainesville (Home of the Florida Gators) with Walmart, Lowes, Bealls, Outback, and many large shopping malls, and restaurants. The property is within minutes of Ocklawaha River, Rodman Reservoir boat ramp, Ocala National Forest, and many natural springs (Salt Springs, Silver Glen Springs, Juniper Springs) with horseback and walking trails, and off-road vehicle trails awaiting explorations while being in short drives to Ocala or Gainesville making it one of a kind property and location!

  • 23+/- Acres 
  • Zoned A1 (agriculture) 
  • 3 Bedrooms 
  • 2 Bathrooms 
  • 2000 Mobile Home
  • 2280Living Sq Ft

Asking Price $ 445,000

 

21694 NE 133rd Street, Salt Springs ~ $

Just like new 2020 with Lake Kerr access just few minutes away on beautiful 2800 acre Lake Kerr. This lovely 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom manufactured home is 960 living square feet, super clean and move in ready. Upon arriving you will notice the privacy with no neighbors and lots of trees surrounding the property, plus added bonus…it borders the Ocala National Forests in the back of the property. There is crushed concrete gravel driveway and a 8’x18′ wood deck with little view of Lake from front deck. Entering the home you will see open floor plan of living room and kitchen with dining area. Lots of windows provide nice natural light and kitchen has lots of cabinet and counter space, plus an island. Hallway has laundry area, including stacked washer/dryer and additional storage. Main bedroom is cozy in size with large closet and main bathroom includes shower. Guest bathroom has shower/tub combo and guest bedroom is perfect size as well. From dining area off kitchen there is back door leading to 12’x30′ concrete pad, fenced yard and wood storage shed. The property is nicely maintained and turn key ready for new owners. Don’t miss your chance to see and buy this awesome slice of heaven tucked away in beautiful Salt Springs, Florida. Located in the heart of the Ocala National Forest w/ beautiful Salt Springs swim area, boat launch and short ride to Lake George and the St. Johns River. Salt Springs is also home to miles and miles of ATV/SxS, Horseback and hiking trails. Great fishing year round in the many lakes, rivers and forest ponds, and don’t forget about the excellent hunting too. Close to local shopping including grocery store, Dollar General, hardware, gas station, great restaurants, entertainment and more. Only short 30 minute drive to Ocala or Palatka for all your needs.

For more info please Call/Text (352) 572-1739 or email info@homesforsaleocalamarion.com

    • 2 Bedrooms 
    • 2 Bathrooms 
    • 960 Sq Ft 
    • 2020 Modular Home 
    • 0.55 Acre Lot

Asking Price $163,900

Functional Spaces at Home

10 Ways to Make a Room More Functional

  1. Maximize vertical space
    Take advantage of wall height by adding tall bookcases, cabinets or shelves, or by hanging hooks for jackets in the hallway, separate office or study, add a desk in a corner of a bedroom or living room, preferably under a window to take advantage of the natural light and to keep your back turned from distractions like the TV and bed.
  2. Keep traffic paths clear
    Avoid bumping into furniture by creating an efficient layout. Make direct paths to commonly used zones and leave enough space to manoeuvre around each piece of furniture. 
  3. Control clutter
    Get rid of items you no longer need or use, deal with paperwork as it comes in, file important items in labelled folders or boxes, and return everything to its original place when you’re done with it.
  4. Add storage
    Store like items – such as cleaning products or bathroom supplies – in labelled boxes or plastic bins. For particularly unkempt areas, purchase storage options like an over-the-door rack to get shoes off the floor, or a closet-size second shelving unit to stash seasonal clothing.
  5. Create a nook
    If you don’t have the luxury of a separate office or study, add a desk in a corner of a bedroom or living room, preferably under a window to take advantage of the natural light and to keep your back turned from distractions like the TV and bed. 
  6. Use a room for what it’s intended
    Keep the children’s toys in their bedrooms or playroom and out of the living room, do paperwork or homework in a home office or den – not the dining room – and move all of your craft or woodworking projects out of the kitchen and down into the basement or crafts room.
  7. Store items in the rooms in which they’re used
    Keep table linens in the dining room, books and magazines in the den, dish towels in the kitchen, and detergent in the laundry room.
  8. Purchase double-duty furnishings
    Select pieces that are versatile, such as a coffee table with a shelf for magazines and books, a lighting for reading, eating or writing, and for setting the mood.
  9. Have multiple table surfaces
    Rather than having to get out of your chair every time you want a sip of coffee, make sure that there are enough surfaces within arm’s reach of living room seating to hold items such as drinks, books, table lamps and reading glasses.
  10. Purchase efficient lighting
    Ensure that your space has table lamps, floor lamps and other lighting for reading, eating or writing, and for setting the mood.

Thanks for reading!

Questions To Ask When Buying Homeowners Insurance

For many homebuyers, property insurance is a detail, a box to be checked off on the way to closing. But details are important and missteps can be expensive. Purchasing insurance may not be as fun as choosing new furniture and paint colors, but it’s a critical part of the homebuying process. Your homeowners insurance policy is a financial safety net in case of a disaster, so you’ll want to ask a few important questions to make sure you have the coverage you need at a price you can afford.

What’s the dwelling coverage per square foot?

Imagine that a fire burned your house to the ground and your policy didn’t pay out enough to rebuild it. That could happen if your dwelling coverage – the part of your policy that covers the structure of your home – is too low.

To prevent this, don’t simply accept the initial dwelling coverage amount an insurance company recommends. “Insurance companies use replacement cost calculators, but they’re not 100% accurate by any means,” says Ryan Andrew, president of The Andrew Agency, an independent insurance agency serving Virginia, Maryland and Washington, D.C.

For a more accurate estimate, ask your insurer to send someone to your house for a replacement evaluation, suggests Amy Bach, executive director of United Policyholders, a nonprofit that advocates for insurance consumers. You can also ask a local builder who specializes in new construction to estimate your home’s rebuilding cost per square foot.

Once you’ve chosen an appropriate dwelling limit, consider adding extended replacement cost coverage to your policy. With this coverage, your insurer will pay 10% to 50% more than your dwelling coverage amount to help you rebuild. This could save you thousands of dollars if building prices spike for unforeseen reasons such as a lumber shortage or high demand after a disaster.

A typically pricier option, guaranteed replacement cost coverage, will pay to rebuild your home regardless of expense.

Do I have multiple deductibles?

Homeowners may not realize that on some policies, higher deductibles may apply for claims due to wind, hail, named storms or other disasters.

For example, say a hurricane causes wind damage to your roof. Your insurance policy might have a wind deductible worth 5% of your dwelling coverage rather than the $1,000 deductible that applies to most other claims, Andrew says. So if your house were covered for $250,000, you’d have to pay for the first $12,500 of damage before your insurer paid anything.

Getting quotes from multiple insurers may help you reduce or eliminate these high deductibles.

What isn’t covered?

You might be unpleasantly surprised by your policy’s exclusions. “Flood insurance, which is excluded on almost all homeowners policies, is definitely a big one,” Andrew says, adding that this is especially important for homeowners with finished basements.

Even houses that aren’t near a body of water could experience flooding during heavy downpours, Andrew says, and a standard homeowners policy is unlikely to cover any damage.

You can buy flood insurance through companies that participate in the National Flood Insurance Program. The program’s average flood claim payout was $52,000 in 2019.

Andrew also suggests adding water backup coverage to your policy. This pays for damage due to water backing up into your house from sewer lines, sump pumps or other water lines.

Another common coverage gap involves keeping up with current building laws. “If you have to make improvements when you’re repairing or replacing (your home) because the codes have changed since your house was built, a typical policy will exclude that,” Bach says. Though this can be particularly expensive for older homes, “even a house that was built five years ago is out of code,” Andrew says.

Both Bach and Andrew recommend adding ordinance or law coverage to your policy to handle these expenses.

How can I save?

While having the right coverage is generally more important than paying the bare minimum, there are discounts to make your policy more affordable. Andrew suggests buying your car, homeowners and other insurance through the same company to take advantage of bundling discounts, which can save you 20% or more.

“The best way to bring down the price without sacrificing coverage is to raise your deductible,” Bach says. Being willing to pay for smaller repairs yourself rather than filing claims will help keep your premiums low.

If you’re confused about coverage and discounts, reach out to an insurance agent to talk through your options. “Take a little extra time to understand what it is that you’re purchasing,” Andrew says. “For most people a house is the most expensive asset they have.”

March Newsletter

It is officially March and the start to a new month!

In the March issue of our newsletter you will find events this month, featured listings, market predictions for 2021, and how to follow us on social media.

Click the attachment to check it out!

Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any of your real estate needs.

March Newsletter

Duke Rountree
Rountree Realty Corp.
Broker / Owner
Call / Text 352-572-1739
Info@Search352Homes.com
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Home Design Trends

There are plenty of reasons to look forward to 2021, especially when it comes to the home. After a year that guided many of us to spend more time at home, the new year is an opportunity to bring comfort and creativity to our living spaces. From calming room ideas to stylish (and smart) approaches to home office design, we are predicting 5 of the biggest interior design trends for 2021.

Grandmillennial Grandeur

“Grandmillennial” (modern takes on granny chic) style might be a surprising trend on the surface (it’s the exact opposite of sleek, modern minimalism) – but it actually fits in well with what we’re currently craving in our homes. Cozy details a la grandma’s house, pretty florals, and elegance definitely have a place in the 2021 design landscape.

Plenty of Plants

It seems like 2020 was the year that many of us went back to the basics (hello, green thumbs) and chances are that these primal habits will continue to grow in 2021 – especially when it comes to indoor plants. Incorporating house plants into your decor can help refresh your air and brighten your mood.

Multi-Functional Spaces

This past year has made many of us rethink how we use our rooms. When spending more time at home, it makes less sense to dedicate whole rooms to just one purpose – especially in smaller spaces. With this is mind, we’re betting that we’ll see creative storage and design solutions to help dining room, living rooms, and bedrooms double up as home offices and workspaces. 

Walls on the Wild Side

When it come to interior design trends, we tend to focus a lot on what’s between our walls, but what about what’s on the walls themselves? While paint is always popular, textured, bold, and unusual finishes like floral wallpaper fabric upholstery or even a living wall can add a fresh feel to our spaces in the year to come.

Earthy Tones

You’ve probably picked up on one of the overarching themes for home decor in the year to come: a return to nature and earthy inspiration. This feeling extends to color trends, as warm, comforting color palettes (think wine reds, golden yellows, and sage greens) take precedence.