Address
18220 Elmwood Drive, ALVA, FL
Price
$ 890,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#C7525120
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyLee
- CityALVA
- AreaAlva
- NeighborhoodACREAGE & UNREC
- Zip33920
- StyleSingle Family Residence
- Year Built1956
- Taxes$ 2794
- Price$ 890,000
- Bedrooms5
- Full Bathrooms3
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage3512
- Lot Size3.2 Acres
Data Source:
Stellar MLS
Property Description
MOTIVATED REDUCTION *** $-100,000.00 *** PRICE IMPROVEMENT REFLECTS SELLER MOTIVATION. PRICED TO MOVE AT AN UNBEATABLE VALUE! UNPRECEDENTED VALUE AND OPPORTUNITY. 3.2 AC, 2 HOMES, 2400 SF RED IRON BARN, LAP POOL AND HUGE LANAI, NAVIGABLE WATER 500 YARDS TO CALOOSAHATCHEE RIVER DOWN RIVER OF LOCKS. ZONED AG-2. NO HOA, NOT IN A SUBDIVISIONS. PRESERVED TELEGRAPH VIEWS BY CONSERVATION EASEMENT. HAVE INSTANT EQUITY AND BE FREE IN YOUR FUTURE FROM ASSOCIATIONS AND RESIDENTIAL ZONING. This is a truly remarkable property that photographs can't do it justice. Such a beautiful oasis!! Private, peaceful,…Perfect for an Artist, writer, photographer or just a nature lover! The good life awaits!! Multigenerational property 2 home estate. Enjoy the workshop/barn of the 2400sf red iron/steel barn. Enjoy the screened recreational area with 40ft pool. Located on 344 feet of the navigable Telegraph Creek, 550 yards to the Caloosahatchee river. Feel the privacy in this 3.2 acre estate. ZONED AG 2! Mature oaks & pines, find yourself in the secret, equestrian and recreational Hideaway of Alva, Florida! The tranquility and elegance of this 3.2 acres rich in classic southern style charm. DETAILS: Main house is 2422sf 3/2 with grand open spaces. The kitchen features state of the art amenities, including BLANCHE quartz countertops, stainless steel sink, eye-catching subzero, classic French door, refrigerator freezer. Chef‘s choice of the induction range, convection, double oven and an easy to reach conveniently located microwave oven. Designer cabinetry, with soft, closing drawers and heavy hinge, including a large walk-in pantry with designer doors, and stainless steel barn door hardware.  The multi Chef kitchen will support the families best chefs at holidays and gatherings with the island kitchen as the social hub of the 700 ft.² gathering space. A large family room is the hub for the three bedrooms on the north side of the house. The family room features a wood-burning fireplace, and panoramic veiws of the backyard and the telegraph creek. The master suite includes a large walk-in closet and private bath with dual sinks and a spacious custom shower. Private access into the lanai and pool area. The second bedroom, with a vaulted ceiling and access into the pool lanai area. The third bedroom features, built-in open bookshelves, + large size walk-in closet. BONUS!! 1090 ft.² guest house with carport. Full functioning, with living room, dining room, and a fully equipped kitchen in the central space, full laundry, hook ups, independent HVAC from main house, and a bedroom located on each end of the living space. A large screened, private lanai invites you to relax and enjoy. A 40 x 60 red iron steel building with three overhead doors and an access door, on a monolithic pour of concrete is here for your needs.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 4/20/2026 | Listed $999,999 |
| 6/10/2026 | 1$990,000 |
| 6/24/2026 | 10$890,000 |
General Features
| Sewer | Private Sewer,Septic Tank |
|---|---|
| Heating | Central,Electric |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Utilities | Cable Available,Electricity Connected |
| Possession | Negotiable |
| Roof | Shingle |
| Appliances | Convection Oven,Dishwasher,Dryer,Electric Water Heater,Exhaust Fan,Microwave,Refrigerator,Washer,Water Filtration System,Water Softener |
| Zoning | AG-2 |
| Garage Spaces | 4 |
| Pool Features | Deck,Gunite,Heated,In Ground,Lap,Screen Enclosure |
| Construction Materials | Block,Stucco |
| Year Built | 1956 |
| Levels | One |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Ownership | Fee Simple |
| Waterfront Features | Creek |
| County | Lee |
| New Construction | false |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Attached Garage | false |
| Subdivision Name | ACREAGE & UNREC |
| Facing Direction | West |
| Garage Y/N | true |
| Total Rooms | 9 |
| Full Baths | 3 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | From exit 143 Bayshore/Pine Island Rd, east 3.3 mi Lee Civic Center, north 31, 2 miles north to River Road RT 78, east 3.2 miles to Elmwood, Cedar post and rail fence on south, Elmwood Dr, south to first driveway on east (left), approach with enjoyment! |
| City | ALVA |
| Body of Water | TELEGRAPH CREEK |
| Senior Community Y/N | false |
| MLS Area | 33920 - Alva |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 139523 |
| Carport Spaces | 1 |
| Carport Y/N | true |
| Land Lease Y/N | false |
| Tax Annual Amount | 2794.07 |
| Additional Parcels Y/N | false |
| Lease Considered Y/N | true |
| Virtual Tour | https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview/stellar/C7525120 |
| Building Area Units | Square Feet |
| Living Area Units | Square Feet |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Occupancy Type | Owner |
| Tax Lot | 2 |
| Legal Description | N 250 FT GOVT LOT 2 LYING W OF CRK CENTER |
| Water View | Creek |
| Water Access Type | Canal - Brackish,Creek,River |
| Minimum Lease | No Minimum |
| Water Access Y/N | true |
| ILS Total SQFT | 2422 |
| ILS Under Air SQFT | 1090 |
| Water View Y/N | true |
| Flood Zone Code | AE |
| In Law Suite YN | true |
| In Law Suite Description | 2+ Bathrooms,2+ Bedrooms,Detached (ADU),Kitchen,Private Entrance |
| DockY/N | true |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Ceiling Fan(s),Eating Space In Kitchen,High Ceilings,Kitchen/Family Room Combo,L Dining,Living Room/Dining Room Combo,Open Floorplan,Other,Primary Bedroom Main Floor,Solid Surface Counters,Solid Wood Cabinets,Stone Counters,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Window Treatments |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Carpet,Ceramic Tile,Tile |
| Furnished Y/N | Negotiable |
| Fireplace Features | Stone,Wood Burning |
| Total Stories | 1 |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Fireplace Y/N | true |
| Laundry Features | Inside,Laundry Closet |
| Total Bedrooms | 5 |
| LivingAreaSource | Public Records |
| Total Baths | 3 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Hurricane Shutters,Private Entrance,Private Mailbox,Private Yard,Rain Gutters,Sliding Doors |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Well |
| Lot Size Area | 3.203 |
| Foundation Details | Slab |
| Spa | false |
| Building Area Total | 6860 |
| Lot Size Acres | 3.2 |
| Road Surface Type | Brick,Paved |
| Private Pool | true |
| Waterfront Y/N | true |
| Covered Spaces | 5 |
| Road Responsibility | Private Maintained Road |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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