Exceptional Outdoor Living Awaits! Discover a remarkable home situated on a Wildlife Wetland Preserve, offering breathtaking views and unparalleled privacy—an absolute rarity in The Villages. This meticulously maintained TURN-KEY, 3-bedroom, 3-bath, EXPANDED AUSTIN model with SPECTACULAR WETLANDS frontage in the Village of Rio Ponderosa is ideally located between Lake Sumter Landing and Spanish Springs Town Squares. Enjoy the peace of mind that comes with a PAID BOND, a new ROOF (2026), WINDOWS (2019), and TURNKEY furnishings, including a 2013 YAMAHA GOLF CART. Plus, benefit from a 13-MONTH WARRANTY! This residence boasts a spacious garage with a 14 ft garage door, paver driveway, and walkway, along with an open concept design featuring an additional THIRD BEDROOM with an EN-SUITE BATH. Walk through the LEADED GLASS DOOR and step inside to find beautiful tile flooring throughout, a bright living room with a ceiling fan and large double pane picture window that invites natural light, and a dining area enhanced by a SOLAR TUBE that amplifies the warmth of the home. The kitchen was thoughtfully designed as a wall was removed making this expansive kitchen with breakfast bar open and ideal for entertaining. The primary suite offers serene views of the wildlife preserve, complete with a ceiling fan, a WALK-IN CLOSET with shelving, and an en-suite bath featuring a WALK-IN SHOWER. The front guest bedroom also highlights a ceiling fan and a MURPHY BED, while the guest bath includes a convenient tub/shower combo and a linen closet in the hallway. An ADDED THIRD BEDROOM for guests showcases VAULTED CEILINGS, views of the wildlife preserve, a spacious CLOSET, and its own EN-SUITE BATH. Enjoy year-round entertaining in the 240 sq ft FLORIDA ROOM, featuring tile floors, a ceiling fan, a pass through to the kitchen, and sliding doors that lead to a 20x10 outdoor deck to enjoy the view of the wetlands with its many birds and beautiful sunsets. Ideally located between Spanish Springs and Lake Sumter Landing, this home offers easy access to dining, shopping, and medical facilities along 441 and 466, with proximity to the Tierra Del Sol Championship Golf Course - Recreation Center -Adult Pool, and also the Rio Grande and Chula Vista Recreation Centers. Don’t miss out on this exceptional opportunity for outdoor living at its finest!
Sold Date:
10/05/2026
Taxes
$3,457(2025)
Lot Size
6,240 SQFT
Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1995
Views
Water, Trees/Woods
County
Sumter County
Listed By
Mechelle Johnson, ERA Grizzard Real Estate, Contact: 352-787-6966
Bought with Mechelle Johnson, ERA Grizzard Real Estate
Source STELLAR Last checked Oct 28 2026 at 1:26 AM GMT+0000
Bathroom Details
Full Bathrooms: 3
Interior Features
Florida Room
Walk-In Closet(s)
Appliances: Dishwasher
Appliances: Electric Water Heater
Appliances: Refrigerator
Appliances: Washer
Ceiling Fans(s)
Open Floorplan
Appliances: Disposal
Appliances: Microwave
Appliances: Range
Appliances: Dryer
Turnkey
Primary Bedroom Main Floor
Subdivision
Villages Of Sumter
Senior Community
Yes
Property Features
Foundation: Slab
Heating and Cooling
Central
Electric
Central Air
Flooring
Tile
Exterior Features
Frame
Vinyl Siding
Roof: Shingle
Utility Information
Utilities: Cable Available, Sprinkler Meter, Water Connected, Water Source: Public, Bb/Hs Internet Available, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities
Sewer: Public Sewer
School Information
Elementary School: Wildwood Elementary
Middle School: Wildwood Middle
High School: Wildwood High
Garage
18X26
Parking
Garage Door Opener
Driveway
Golf Cart Parking
Living Area
1,652 sqft
Listing Price History
Date
Event
Price
% Change
$ (+/-)
May 22, 2026
Listed
$395,000
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Additional Information: ERA Grizzard Real Estate | 352-787-6966
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 10/28/2026 01:26. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.
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