$436,500
About this home
Welcome to your own slice of Old Florida paradise in the peaceful waterfront community of Peaceful Acres! Nestled on ½ acre beneath majestic oak trees, this beautifully updated 3/2/2 home offers 1,896 SqFt of comfortable living and an exceptional lifestyle surrounded by nature. Perfectly situated on a canal with direct access to Lake Rousseau, you'll enjoy boating, fishing, kayaking, and unforgettable sunsets right from your backyard. Just a short boat ride away, the crystal-clear waters of the Rainbow River invite you to swim, paddle, tube, and explore one of Florida's most treasured natural springs. Inside, the home has been thoughtfully remodeled with a warm, modern style. The kitchen, flooring, appliances, and bathrooms were updated in 2021, creating a move-in-ready space that blends comfort with functionality. The spacious layout offers generous indoor/outdoor living areas, ideal for both entertaining and everyday living. Major updates provide peace of mind, including a 2018 roof, a 2024 HVAC compressor with a transferable warranty, a salt-based water treatment system, and a portable generator with hookups in the garage. Step outside and discover what truly makes this property special. The expansive yard is a gardener's paradise and a haven for wildlife, where native plants, towering oaks, and a unique natural ecosystem create an ever-changing backdrop. Watch graceful herons, egrets, ibis, osprey, and even majestic bald eagles from your own backyard while enjoying the peaceful canal views. Beyond the property itself, Peaceful Acres is known for its welcoming atmosphere and strong sense of community. Regular gatherings and social events make this one of Dunnellon's hidden gems where your neighbors quickly become treasured friends. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, weekend retreat, waterfront escape, or investment property, this home offers the perfect balance of modern updates, natural beauty, and relaxed Florida living—all within easy reach of Rainbow Springs State Park, the Rainbow River, Ingles, Crystal River, the Inverness area with your choice of shopping, dining, and the charm of these historic downtown communities. Experience the peaceful waterfront lifestyle you've been dreaming of—where every day feels like a vacation.
Highlights
Property details
- MLS
- Stellar MLS
- MLS #
- MFROM727625
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Subdivision
- PEACEFUL ACRES SUB
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 110
- On market date
- July 1, 2026
- Stories
- N/A
- Total bathrooms
- 2
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Parking spaces
- N/A
- Lot size
- 0.5 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
- 719
- Student:teacher ratio
- 15.6:1
- District
- CITRUS
- Enrollment
- 643
- Student:teacher ratio
- 18.4:1
- District
- MARION
- Enrollment
- 1,198
- Student:teacher ratio
- 20.0:1
- District
- CITRUS
Walkability
Blended score for DUNNELLON'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).
Market position
How this listing compares to current activity in DUNNELLON, from live MLS data.
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