Sold for $1,100,000 on 12/19/24
$1,100,000
1040 Cottage Dr, The Villages, FL 32162
3beds
2,042sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2004
9,212 Square Feet Lot
$1,064,000 Zestimate®
$539/sqft
$4,040 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,064,000
$1.00M - $1.14M
$4,040/mo
Zestimate® history
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BOND PAID on this STUNNING, COMPLETELY REMODELED, over 2,400 sq. ft. 3/2 COTTAGE with NEW SALT WATER, HEATED POOL and TRAVERTINE DECKING located in the LAKE SHORE COTTAGES right next door to LAKE SUMTER LANDING! The homes in this Village are known for their unique architectural features with spacious screened porches found nowhere else in The Villages. Enjoy a low maintenance exterior and beautiful curb appeal with HARDIE PLANK SIDING, METAL roof and an amazing front porch with WOOD-LOOK PORCELAIN flooring, BEADBOARD ceiling, attractive RAILING, custom ceiling fans, and FRONT PORCH FURNITURE IS INCLUDED! And that’s before you even open the LEADED GLASS front door! Once inside, you’ll find NEW high end LUXURY VINYL PLANK flooring throughout the home. All of the columns, and separate living areas were removed to create a spacious OPEN FLOOR PLAN. Large windows let in plenty of natural light, with all NEW lighting including pendant lights over the breakfast bar, and chandelier’s over the formal and casual dining areas defining each area. NEW CROWN MOLDING, NEW 8” baseboards throughout, and NEW CUSTOM valances are just a few of the NEW in this lovely home! The kitchen has NEW GRANITE countertops and backsplash, GAS stove, under cabinet lighting, closet PANTRY, a FARMHOUSE sink, and a spigot at the sink with a REVERSE OSMOSIS system. NEW 15’x16’ guest bedroom/den and HALF BATH was added behind the LEADED GLASS French doors, with 13’ ceilings, and sliding glass doors that open out to the NEW SALT WATER HEATED POOL with waterfall, beautiful TRAVERTINE decking, with wrap around PRIVACY WALL on one side and an open view of the lovely garden on the other. The primary bedroom has a WALL MOUNTED TV, PLANTATION SHUTTERS, and an all NEW EN-SUITE BATH with large WALK-IN CLOSET, NEW cabinets, GRANITE countertops, CUSTOM mirrors, fixtures, and NEW walk-in shower with 2 SHOWERHEADS. The other guest room has lovely custom valances with 2 double sliding closet doors – a full wall of closet space and a WALL MOUNTED TV! The all NEW guest bath has GRANITE countertops, NEW LIGHTED VANITY MIRROR with adjustable settings, CUSTOM shower curtain, lovely subway tile with tub/shower, and a one piece SMART AUTOMATIC TOILET. And wait until you see the NEW spectacular 29’x10’ room that was created off the living room across the back of home that opens out to the POOL AREA. Beautiful DIAGONAL TILE flooring, floor to ceiling “hurricane” glass picture windows, beadboard ceiling, and a MINI-SPLIT system so this delightful room is comfortably under HEAT and AIR. AND step outside from this room to a NEW elevated OPEN PATIO with railing for a great view of the flower garden, spacious backyard and beyond to the WATER VIEW. Other features include a Kinetico WATER filtration and softener whole house system, EPOXY painted garage flooring, gutters around the entire home, FRESHLY PAINTED EXTERIOR, NEWER HVAC SYSTEM to accommodate newly added sq. footage, and TANKLESS WATER HEATER. There is not much in this spectacular home that is not NEW! SUCH A GREAT LOCATION! This unique neighborhood also has its own community pool – a great place to see your neighbors and make new friends. And all the shopping, dining and entertainment is found at the Market Square right around the corner. FURNITURE IS NEGOTIABLE! COME EXPERIENCE THIS SPECTACULAR HOME AND VILLAGE FOR YOURSELF!
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 23, 2024 at 06:47am
Listing Provided by:
Sally Love 352-430-6960,
NEXTHOME SALLY LOVE REAL ESTATE 352-399-2010
Bought with:
Jana Raber, 3403130
REALTY EXECUTIVES IN THE VILLAGES
Debbie Schoonover, 3401255
REALTY EXECUTIVES IN THE VILLAGES
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: G5088772
Originating MLS: Lake and Sumter

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: En Suite Bathroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 18x13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 12x14
Bedroom 3
- Features: No Closet
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 15x16
Dinette
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 12x9
Dining room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 18x13
Florida room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 29x10
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Pantry, Granite Counters
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 12x13
Living room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 18x25
Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Kitchen Reverse Osmosis System, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer, Water Filtration System, Water Softener
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, High Ceilings, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Stone Counters, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl
- Doors: French Doors, Sliding Doors
- Windows: Blinds, Drapes, Shutters, Window Treatments
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,196
- Total interior livable area: 2,042 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Golf Cart Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Details: Garage Dimensions: 23x23
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Irrigation System, Rain Gutters, Sidewalk
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Lighting, Pool Alarm, Salt Water, Screen Enclosure
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Pool
Lot
- Size: 9,212 sqft
- Features: Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: D23C011
- Zoning: RESI
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- HardiPlank Type
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2004
Details
- Builder model: COTTAGE
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: BB/HS Internet Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Sprinkler Recycled, Street Lights, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Deed Restrictions, Dog Park, Fitness Center, Golf Carts OK, Golf, Irrigation-Reclaimed Water, Pool
Senior living
- Senior community: Yes
Location
- Region: The Villages
- Subdivision: THE VILLAGES
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- HOA fee: $195 monthly
Other fees
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
Other financial information
- Total actual rent: 0
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/19/2024 | Sold | $1,100,000-4.3%$539/sqft |
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| 11/20/2024 | Pending sale | $1,150,000$563/sqft |
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| 11/4/2024 | Price change | $1,150,000-6.1%$563/sqft |
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| 7/30/2024 | Price change | $1,225,000-5.4%$600/sqft |
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| 6/21/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,295,000+67.1%$634/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $9,034 +6.1% | $852,260 +5.9% |
| 2023 | $8,518 -9.7% | $804,740 -5.1% |
| 2022 | $9,428 -0.1% | $847,980 +26% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 32162
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Wildwood Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 5.5 mi
- 3/10Wildwood Middle/ High SchoolGrades: 6-12Distance: 5.2 mi
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