6985 W Riverbend Rd
Description
Inside, a spacious living room with a cozy fireplace invites conversation, while...Welcome to 6985 W Riverbend Rd, a home that feels like a deep breath of fresh air. Nestled along the peaceful shores of Lake Rousseau, this beautifully remodeled 3-bedroom, 2-bath retreat has become the heart of its community — the house where everyone gathers. Evenings here unfold with laughter, music, and dancing under painted skies, while days are filled with fishing, boating, and quiet moments surrounded by nature.
Inside, a spacious living room with a cozy fireplace invites conversation, while the remodeled kitchen and baths bring modern comfort. The primary suite offers a bonus room, walk-in closet, and private access to the wraparound deck that hugs three sides of the home. Outside, you’ll find lush gardens alive with butterflies, two bat houses, a private dock with lift, full-house generator, four-car garage, and two-bay RV storage with a 50-amp plug.
Lake Rousseau is famed for its serene beauty, legendary bass fishing, and abundant wildlife — a place where every sunset feels like a blessing. This isn’t just a house… it’s a feeling.
Listing Agent
![Lucinda Striker, GRI]()
lucinda.striker@compass.comP: (352)-817-1443
Property Details for 6985 West Riverbend Road
Property Details for 6985 West Riverbend Road
| Status | Sold |
|---|---|
| MLS # | OM711801 |
| Days on Market | 8 |
| Taxes | $4,257 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Single Family Residence |
| Year Built | 1958 |
| Lot Size | 0.96 AC / 41,961 SF |
| County | Citrus County |
| Buyer's Agent Compensation | 2.5% |
Location
Sold By HOME ENV REALTY, Chad Shaffer; HOME ENV REALTY, Brandon Powell
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Building Information for 6985 West Riverbend Road
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$3,567 per month
30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest
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Property Information for 6985 West Riverbend Road
- Building Area Source: Public Records
- Building Area Total: 2776.0
- Building Area Units: Square Feet
- Direction Faces: South
- Directions: From Dunnellon, head South on US Hwy 41, Turn right onto W. Dunnellon Rd., Turn right onto N. Rock Ave., Turn left onto W. Riverbend Rd. Home is on the right.
- Elementary School: Citrus Springs Elementar
- Middle Or Junior School: Crystal River Middle School
- High School: Crystal River High School
- Other Equipment: Generator
- Mls Major Change Type: Sold
- Major Change Type: Closed
- Listing Service: Full Service
- Road Frontage Type: Street Paved
- Senior Community: No
- Unit Number: No
- Street Number: 6985
- Street Direction Prefix: W
- Street Name: RIVERBEND
- Street Suffix: ROAD
- State: FL
- City: DUNNELLON
- Attached Garage: No
- Carport: Yes
- Garage: Yes
- Parking Features: Boat, Covered, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Ground Level, Off Street, Oversized, RV Carport, RV Parking, Workshop in Garage
- Association: No
- CDD: No
- Tax Block: NA
- Tax Book Number: 2-89
- Tax Legal Description: All that part of Lots 100 and 101 of RIVERBEND UNIT NO. 3, that lies outside of the highwater line of the Dunnellon Hydro Plat Pond Area, according to the map or plat thereof as recorded in Plat Book 2, page 89, Public Records of Citrus County, Florida.
- Tax Lot: 100
- Tax Year: 2024
- Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview/stellar/OM711801
- Additional Parcels: No
- Additional Water Information: Covered boat slip with Jet ski slip.
- Lot Features: Landscaped, Level, Oversized Lot
- Parcel Number: 17E16S360030000001000
- Total Acreage: 1/2 to less than 1
- Water Access: Lake
- Water Access: Yes
- Water Body Name: LAKE ROUSSEAU
- Water Extras: Lift, Lift - Covered
- Water Extras: Yes
- Water: Lift, Lift - Covered
- Zoning: CLRMH
- Living Area: 2356
- Year Built Numeric: 1958
- Flood Zone Code: X
- Flood Zone Date: 09-26-2014
- Flood Zone Panel: 12017C0066D
- Homestead: Yes
- New Construction: No
- Property Condition: Completed
- Public Survey Range: 17
- Public Survey Section: 01
- Dock YN: No
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Utilities: Cable Available, Propane, Water Connected
- Water Source: Well
- Construction Materials: HardiPlank Type, Wood Frame
- Exterior Features: Garden, Irrigation System, Private Mailbox, Rain Gutters, Sliding Doors, Storage
- Fencing: Chain Link
- Foundation Details: Slab
- Levels: One
- Other Structures: Finished RV Port, Shed(s), Storage
- Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Rear Porch, Screened, Side Porch, Wrap Around
- Pool Private: No
- Pool: None
- Pool Private: No
- Roof: Shingle
- Spa Features: Above Ground, Heated
- Spa: Yes
- Vegetation: Fruit Trees, Mature Landscaping, Oak Trees, Trees/Landscaped
- Waterfront Features: Lake Front
- Waterfront Feet Total: 0
- Bedrooms Total: 3
- Bathrooms Full: 2
- Additional Rooms: Bonus Room, Inside Utility
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer, Water Filtration System
- Cooling: Central Air
- Fireplace Features: Gas
- Fireplace: Yes
- Flooring: Bamboo, Carpet, Luxury Vinyl
- Heating: Baseboard, Central, Electric
- Interior Features: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup
- Living Area Source: Public Records
- Living Area Units: Square Feet
- Room Count: 9.0
- Water View: Yes
- Bathrooms Half: 0
- Minimum Lease Period: 0
Property History for 6985 West Riverbend Road
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 5, 2025 | Sold MFRMLS #OM711801 | $650,000 | — |
| Dec 2, 2025 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1922435399 | $650,000 | +11.5% / yr |
| Oct 27, 2025 | Pending MFRMLS #OM711801 | — | |
| Oct 19, 2025 | Listed (Active) MFRMLS #OM711801 | $650,000 | — |
| Dec 10, 2018 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #636469497 | $305,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/05/2025 | Sold MFRMLS #OM711801 | $650,000 |
| 12/02/2025 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1922435399 | $650,000 +11.5% / yr |
| 10/27/2025 | Pending MFRMLS #OM711801 | — |
| 10/19/2025 | Listed (Active) MFRMLS #OM711801 | $650,000 |
| 12/10/2018 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #636469497 | $305,000 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 6985 West Riverbend Road
Schools near 6985 West Riverbend Road
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Charter - | 9 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Citrus Springs Elementary School PublicPK to 5 | ||
Crystal River Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Crystal River High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Academy Of Environ. Sciences Charter9 to 12 |
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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