Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds1,328 sqft$163/sqft
17981 N River Rd, Alva, FL 33920
Single FamilyProperty Type
1.5 acresLot Size
1984Year Built
$163/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Don't miss the opportunity to own this completely re modeled 3 bedroom 2 bath home on a gorgeous 1.5 acre lot in Alva. The driveway is lined with mature palm trees and the lot has beautiful mature oak trees in the backyard. The interior of the home has new tile flooring in all of the living areas, new carpet in the bedrooms, the light fixtures and fans have all been updated, and interior has been freshly painted in a neutral beige color to compliment the flooring. The kitchen has new white shaker...Don't miss the opportunity to own this completely re modeled 3 bedroom 2 bath home on a gorgeous 1.5 acre lot in Alva. The driveway is lined with mature palm trees and the lot has beautiful mature oak trees in the backyard. The interior of the home has new tile flooring in all of the living areas, new carpet in the bedrooms, the light fixtures and fans have all been updated, and interior has been freshly painted in a neutral beige color to compliment the flooring. The kitchen has new white shaker cabinets with brushed nickel hardware, stainless steel appliances, and gorgeous granite countertops. Both bathrooms have been updated with new vanities, flooring and wall tile, plumbing and lighting fixtures, and custom mirrors. The spacious great room offers plenty space for family and entertaining as well as a sliding glass door leading to the lanai. The almost 300 sq ft lanai is the highlight of the home. It has a stunning wood tongue and groove ceiling with beautifully textured tile flooring. Just off of the lanai is a wood deck and the back yard has plenty of room to add a pool. Other exterior upgrades include: brand new roof, paint, landscaping, and new garage door and opener.
  • Listed by: Matthew J Burstein • DomainRealty .com LLC
  • Listed by: Nathan Baschieri • DomainRealty .com LLC
Listing closed: 02/21/2017 12:00 AM • Source: Naples Area Board of REALTORS, MLS#: 216073893

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$299,999

Avg days on market

29

Sale-to-list ratio

89.5%

Alva, FL

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Location

Listing Courtesy of DomainRealty .com LLC, Matthew J Burstein; DomainRealty .com LLC, Nathan Baschieri

Sold By Southern Premier Realty Inc, Joshua Painter

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Property Information for 17981 North River Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $1,035 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Ranch
  • County: Lee County
  • Area: AL01 - Alva
  • Development: ALVA
  • Sub Condo Name: ALVA
  • Waterfront: No
  • Waterfront Desc: None
  • View: Wooded Area
  • Furnished Desc: Unfurnished
Building Information
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1984
  • Lot Size: 1.50 AC / 65,340 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Amenities: None
  • Elementary School: SCHOOL CHOICE
  • High School: SCHOOL CHOICE
  • Middle School: SCHOOL CHOICE
  • Pets: No Approval Needed
Parking
  • Carport Desc: Driveway Paved, Attached
  • Carport Spaces: 0
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2
  • Garage: Yes
  • Total Parking: 2
HOA and Fees
  • HOA Desc: No
  • HOA Fee: $.00
  • Condo Fee: $0
  • Primary HOA Fee: $0
  • Total Annual Recurring Fees: $.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,035.00
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Laundry Features: In Garage
  • Approx Living Area: 1328.0
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Bedrooms: 3 Bed
  • Dining Description: Breakfast Bar,Breakfast Room,Dining - Living
  • Elevator: None
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Water Treatment Owned
  • Equipment: Auto Garage Door, Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Water Treatment Owned
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile
  • Interior Features: Custom Mirrors, Pantry, Walk-In Closet
  • Num Unit Floor: 1
  • Private Pool: No
  • Private Spa: No
  • Total Floors: 1
  • Baths Full: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.00
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Fireplace: No
  • View YN: Yes
  • Floor Plan Type: Great Room, See Remarks
  • Kitchen Description: Island, Pantry
  • Additional Rooms: Laundry in Garage, Open Porch/Lanai, Screened Lanai/Porch
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Open Porch/Lanai, Screened Lanai/Porch, Fence, Deck
  • Exterior Finish: Wood Frame, Stucco, Wood Siding
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Storm Protection: None
Property Information
Utilities
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Electric
  • Cooling YN: Yes
  • Heat: Central Electric
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Irrigation: None
  • Water: Well
Lot Information
  • Structure Type: House
Rental
Rental Information
  • Lease Limits YN: No
  • Horse: No
  • Lease Term: Buyer Finance/Cash, FHA, VA
  • Transfer Fee: $.00

Property History for 17981 North River Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 21, 2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #589501577

$216,000

+639.0% / yr

Feb 21, 2017

Sold

Naples Area Board of REALTORS #216073893

$216,000
Jan 20, 2017

Pending

Naples Area Board of REALTORS #216073893

DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/21/2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #589501577

$216,000

+639.0% / yr

02/21/2017

Sold

Naples Area Board of REALTORS #216073893

$216,000
01/20/2017

Pending

Naples Area Board of REALTORS #216073893

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 17981 North River Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$3,638 ($303 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,863 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,863 SqFtStories1Lot Size65,340 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1984Year Renovated1992ZoningAG-2CountyLEEAPN13-43-26-00-00002.007G

Schools near 17981 North River Road

This home is within Lee.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - PK to 5
Public - PK to 5
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Manatee Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Orange River Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Tice Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

River Hall Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 17981 North River Road, Alva, FL 33920
$216,000
3
1,328
65,340
$121,000
165,963
$305,000
3
1,596
217,800
11,858,340
$732,500
3
1,792
201,203

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