$299,900
About this home
Welcome to your serene coastal retreat in the heart of historic Yankeetown, Florida, located just 4.5 miles from the Gulf! Tucked away on a tranquil, shaded lot framed by majestic, moss-draped grandfather oaks swaying gently in the breeze, this charming property offers the quintessential Old Florida lifestyle you've been searching for. Featuring 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms (including convenient Jack-and-Jill baths separating secondary bedrooms, plus a handy half bath in the family room), this inviting home delivers a comfortable and functional layout designed for everyday relaxation. At the heart of the home is a bright kitchen that flows effortlessly into the living spaces. Unwind by the cozy wood-burning fireplace in the spacious living room, or enjoy the versatile family room. Need an extra room? There is a separate bonus room! Additional conveniences include inside laundry, an attached 2-car garage, and a rare, coveted detached RV/Boat garage/workshop—the ideal setup for hobbyists, woodworkers, or storing all your boating and fishing gear. Step outside to enjoy the Florida weather from the screen-enclosed lanai or the uncovered back porch, overlooking your private, shaded yard. Surrounded by natural beauty and privacy, this unique property blends peaceful neighborhood living with endless potential. Don't miss your chance to own a slice of paradise in this historic coastal community! Yankeetown is a hidden Old Florida paradise where the Lower Withlacoochee River meets the Gulf of America. Founded in 1923 and famously featured in the Elvis Presley film Follow That Dream, the town offers a rich history alongside a landscape of oak-shaded canopy drives, winding tidal creeks, and salt marshes teeming with wildlife. Within a 30-mile radius, residents enjoy easy access to Inglis, the manatees of Crystal River, the Withlacoochee State Trail, the Rainbow River, the island charm of Cedar Key, and the subterranean springs and gardens of Williston. Trading traffic for rustic tranquility, Yankeetown delivers a true sanctuary on the Nature Coast.
Highlights
Property details
- MLS
- Stellar MLS
- MLS #
- MFRW7888448
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Subdivision
- RIVER FOREST
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 67
- On market date
- August 14, 2026
- Stories
- N/A
- Total bathrooms
- 2.5
- Garage spaces
- 3
- Parking spaces
- N/A
- Lot size
- 0.59 acres
Location
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Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.
- Enrollment
- 228
- Student:teacher ratio
- 16.3:1
- District
- LEVY
- Enrollment
- 109
- Student:teacher ratio
- 18.2:1
- District
- CITRUS
Walkability
Blended score for YANKEETOWN's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).
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