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Welcome home to this three-bedroom, two-bathroom, single-story home situated on an oversized canal-front lot in Groveland. With no HOA, thoughtful updates, and room to enjoy both inside and out, this property brings waterfront living into your everyday routine. Laminate flooring runs throughout the home, creating a consistent look and easy upkeep from room to room. Updated bathrooms and kitchen appliances complement the interior, offering a welcoming space to settle into and make your own. Additional improvements completed in 2023 include storm-impact windows, a replacement water heater, plumbing upgrades, and added attic insulation. Step outside to an expansive patio with plenty of space for outdoor dining, lounge seating, and weekend gatherings. The fenced backyard provides room for gardening and outdoor activities, giving you flexibility to enjoy the generous lot. At the water’s edge, a dock with composite decking offers direct canal access for boating and fishing—whether you’re heading out for the afternoon or casting a line close to home. Enjoy morning coffee on the patio or unwind by the water at the end of the day, with outdoor spaces that invite you to spend more time outside. Convenient access to Florida’s Turnpike makes it easy to stay connected to destinations throughout Central Florida while enjoying a canal-front setting at home.
Single-familyProperty Type
1996Year Built
0.31 acresLot Size
$310Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Larissa Suggs• KELLER WILLIAMS ADVANTAGE REALTY
Listed by Stacie Brown Kelly• KELLER WILLIAMS ADVANTAGE REALTY
Cortese, located between Downtown Groveland and Lake David Park, is a residential and lakeside Groveland neighborhood with a low-rise streetscape and a nature-forward setting. The neighborhood reads as Florida-suburban in form, with driveways, front lawns, and pockets of mature trees shaping the blocks. The area’s character concentrates around the Downtown Groveland corridor near W Broad St and S Lake Ave, where small storefronts and civic buildings set a steady, local rhythm. Lake David Park and the South Lake Trail frame daily routines with water views and long, linear paths. Nearby, the Clermont Brewing Company, the Historic Clermont Depot, and the Clermont Performing Arts Center serve as recognizable regional anchors for food, heritage, and stage events.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Ceiling fans
Eat-in kitchen
Stone countertops
Walk-in closet
Florida room
Electric fireplace in the living room
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Microwave
Range
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Laundry in garage
Flooring
Luxury vinyl
Tile
Heating & cooling
Central heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Enclosed, screened rear porch
Private yard
Wood fence
Canal frontage with freshwater access and canal views
Landscaped
Paved road
Home design
Single-family residence
One story
East-facing
Parking
Attached garage
Driveway
Construction
Block and stucco construction
Shingle roof
Slab foundation
Utilities
Well water
Septic tank
Cable available
Electricity connected
HOA & community
Pets allowed
Other
Shed
Electricity and solar
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Charming Waterfront Canal Home – Upgraded & Move-In Ready! Escape to peaceful waterfront living in this beautifully updated Groveland home—NO HOA and packed with 2023 upgrades! Enjoy direct canal access, perfect for boating and fishing, with a dock featuring composite decking. Inside, modern touches meet cozy charm with new laminate flooring in the main living areas, updated bathrooms, and all new appliances in the kitchen Rest easy with storm impact windows, a new water heater, and upgraded plumbing. Plus, additional attic insulation ensures energy efficiency year-round. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a move-in-ready waterfront retreat in a quiet, friendly neighborhood.
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #G5063355
Apr 28, 2023
Sold
$320,000
$256/sq ft
Mar 20, 2023
Pending
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Mar 2, 2023
Relisted
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Jan 19, 2023
Pending
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Dec 29, 2022
Listed
$339,000
$272/sq ft
Opportunity! CANAL FRONT home leading to Lake Emma in beautiful Groveland! You will love this well maintained three bedroom two-bathroom home. This home has great curb appeal with a two-car garage and a cozy front porch greeting you when you arrive. Inside features three full bedrooms and an additional 350 square foot Florida room that could easily be used for many different purposes. This room would make a great game room/den or even another bedroom if needed. The spacious kitchen opens directly to the dinette area with a breakfast bar. With tile throughout the home, this one will be easy to clean and maintain! With a 2017 roof, you will have even more peace of mind with this home.
Public Records
Aug 26, 2019
Sold
$240,000
$192/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 2, 1997
Sold
$82,000
$66/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 26, 1996
Sold
$10,000
$8/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,692 (+2.8%)
2024
$2,620 (−33.2%)
2023
$3,921 (+22.8%)
2022
$3,192 (+6.6%)
2021
$2,996 (−3.4%)
$49,950 + $138,075
$188,025
2020
$3,101 (+104.9%)
$55,500 + $138,121
$193,621
2019
$1,513 (+5.1%)
2018
$1,440 (+4.4%)
2017
$1,379 (+0.4%)
2016
$1,374 (−2.0%)
2015
$1,402 (−0.1%)
2014
$1,404 (+5.8%)
2013
$1,327 (+39.0%)
2012
$955
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.31 Acres
Year renovated
1998
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,248
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,248
Year built
1996
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lake County
APN
36-21-24-0004-000-04000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 15, 2026.
R-1
Rural Residential District
The purpose of this district is to provide a transition between agricultural and Conservation Areas and the more urban residential communities. It is intended to Permit the Development of single-family homes in an environment that is compatible with the surrounding natural resources.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Equestrian facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Infrastructure
Fire house
Police station
Recreation
Park & open space
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
5/10 Fire Factor
5% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 108° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Groveland, FL • 34736
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Sun exposure
98/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Groveland. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9 hrs
6.5 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 18319 Dells Cove Rd
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $322,990 and $389,000.
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