40016 Emeralda Island Rd, Leesburg, FL 34788

Off market apr 2025 for $219K

$285,489

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,511/mo

Land

•

7.00

acres (lot)

40016 Emeralda Island Rd, Leesburg, FL 34788

About this home

(7) Acres, (5) are useable, (2) are wetlands. Buildable. There was a previous home on the property. There has been electricity & water in the Pole Barn. The Barn is a (2) story building used for partial housing and shelter. Some of the floors are covered while entrance is raw. Enjoy the view outside the french doors on the second story that open to the deck for relaxation. Pole Barn also has (2) bedrooms and a workshop. The property provides (2) entrance gates from the street. This is a wooded land with fencing that will need clearing to the buyers liking. It is a GEM of a property that can be cherished by the new owner. Open canvas for creativity with a good foundation to begin with. Bank lending is available. DRONE photos up soon.

Vacant landProperty Type

7 acresLot Size

$40,784Price/Acres

Listed by Annette Krupnicka • HIGHLIGHT REALTY CORP/LW

Contact: 561-641-6787

Bought with Annette Krupnicka • HIGHLIGHT REALTY CORP/LW

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•Source:Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #O6258703

Redfin Estimate

$285,489

$66K since sold in April 2025$8,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 21.2% lower than the average sale price ($362K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD SEP 29, 2026
$355,000
A
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SOLD SEP 3, 2026
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B
3 beds2 baths2,009 sq ft
39644 Harbor Hills Blvd, Lady Lake, FL 32159
SOLD JUN 18, 2026
$655,000
C
3 beds1.5 baths2,220 sq ft
40242 Emeralda Island Rd, Leesburg, FL 34788
SOLD AUG 25, 2026
$220,000
D
2 beds2 baths1,537 sq ft
6200 Topsail Rd, Lady Lake, FL 32159
SOLD APR 30, 2026
$351,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,144 sq ft
40220 Bowtie Dr, Lady Lake, FL 32159
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$183,500
F
3 beds2 baths1,680 sq ft
15345 SE 182nd Avenue Rd, Umatilla, FL 32784

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Market trends in 34788, FL

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Buyer's market

Sale-to-List Price

97.5%

0.6% MoM

Median sale price

$322K

$13K MoM

Avg. days on market

92d

21 days MoM

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Sale history for 40016 Emeralda Island Rd

Date

Event

Price

Public Records

Apr 7, 2025

Sold

$213,000

Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #O6258703

Apr 3, 2025

Sold

$219,000

Feb 1, 2025

Pending

—

Nov 18, 2024

Listed

$309,000

Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #G5055883

Apr 27, 2023

Sold

$130,000

Apr 14, 2023

Pending

—

Apr 4, 2023

Price Changed

$180,000

Mar 31, 2023

Relisted

—

Mar 18, 2023

Pending

—

Feb 1, 2023

Price Changed

$225,000

Dec 15, 2022

Relisted

—

Dec 15, 2022

Price Changed

$235,000

Sep 2, 2022

Pending

—

Aug 8, 2022

Relisted

—

Aug 8, 2022

Price Changed

$250,000

Jun 25, 2022

Pending

—

Jun 2, 2022

Price Changed

$275,000

May 24, 2022

Listed

$300,000

* * * PRICE IMPROVEMENT * * * NO HOA!! Bring all of your toys. .. RV, ATV, trailer and boat! RARE OPPORTUNITY to own 7 acres on Emeralda Marsh located on the eastern side of Lake Griffin, near the headwaters of the Ocklawaha River!! Get away from the hustle and bustle and come to a quiet lifestyle but still close enough to shopping, schools and businesses. NO HOA!! Expansive wooded views that back up to Emeralda Marsh. There are ENDLESS OPPORTUNITIES AND POTENTIAL for this property such as a BARNDOMINIUM, AIRBNB, which also includes an open workshop/shed! If you’re thinking of building a CUSTOM home, this IS THE ONE! The existing structure does need TLC or you can tear it down and start from scratch. With a TOTAL OF 7 ACRES there is plenty of room to expand the existing home, 5 acres are high & dry, with 2 acres of wetlands at the rear of the property towards marsh. The original floor plan features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, with an upstairs balcony, all totaling 1786 square feet. This charming area offers plenty of outdoor activities such as visiting the Emeralda Marsh Conservation Area for hiking in some of the best nature trails, fishing, canoeing, wildlife drive, horseback riding, boating, birdwatching, and wildlife viewing of over 10,000 acres of preserve. Property will be sold AS-IS, Seller will not agree to any repairs. Schedule your showing today! SELLER MOTIVATED!

Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #G5053833

Jun 6, 2022

Listing Removed

—

Public Records

May 21, 2001

Sold

$35,000

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$3,825 (−0.1%)

$196,965 + $29,206

$226,171

2024

$3,830 (+78.1%)

$196,965 + $29,236

$226,201

2023

$2,150 (+24.5%)

2022

$1,728 (−10.1%)

2021

$1,922 (−4.1%)

$71,965 + $39,486

$111,451

2020

$2,004 (+7.2%)

2019

$1,870 (+11.2%)

2018

$1,682 (+2.0%)

2017

$1,648 (−0.2%)

$48,965 + $39,182

$88,147

2016

$1,652 (+3.8%)

$48,965 + $39,209

$88,174

2015

$1,592 (+6.0%)

$46,090 + $36,345

$82,435

2014

$1,502 (+218.3%)

2013

$472 (−9.2%)

2012

$520

Tax history for 40016 Emeralda Island Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$3,825 (−0.1%)

$196,965 + $29,206

$226,171

2024

$3,830 (+78.1%)

$196,965 + $29,236

$226,201

2023

$2,150 (+24.5%)

2022

$1,728 (−10.1%)

2021

$1,922 (−4.1%)

$71,965 + $39,486

$111,451

2020

$2,004 (+7.2%)

2019

$1,870 (+11.2%)

2018

$1,682 (+2.0%)

2017

$1,648 (−0.2%)

$48,965 + $39,182

$88,147

2016

$1,652 (+3.8%)

$48,965 + $39,209

$88,174

2015

$1,592 (+6.0%)

$46,090 + $36,345

$82,435

2014

$1,502 (+218.3%)

2013

$472 (−9.2%)

2012

$520

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Zoning

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

7.21 Acres

Year renovated

2007

Sq. Ft.

1,380

Year built

2001

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Lake County

APN

09-18-25-0003-000-01700

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 23, 2026.

EMERALDA MARSH RPA

Agriculture District

The purpose and intent of the district is to provide an area where low-Density rural Development can occur while preserving Environmentally Sensitive areas. The continued use of the Land for traditional agricultural purposes is maintained where consistent with Best Management Practices and policies of the Lake County Comprehensive Plan. This overlay district will protect Environmentally Sensitive areas while encouraging rural uses which prevent further Encroachment by urban uses.

Zone overlays

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Agriculture
Equestrian facility
Greenhouse / nursery
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Bed & breakfast
Fire house
Police station
Veterinary clinic
Park & open space

Property details

Interior

Virtual Tour

Exterior

Exterior Features
Fencing: Board, Boundary Fencing, Chain Link

Property Features
Universal Property Id: US-12069-N-091825000300001700-R-N

Waterfront Information
Waterfront Feet Total: 0
Water View Y/N: 0
Water Access Y/N: 0
Water Extras Y/N: 0

Farm Information
Farm Type: Chicken,Livestock,Other
Barn Features: Barn Office, Bathroom, Pole Barn

Property Information
Property Type: Land
Other Structures: Barn(s), Workshop
Zoning: A

Land Information
Current Use: Other
Vegetation: Wooded
Total Acreage: 5 to less than 10

Lot Information
Lot Features: Buildable, Pasture, Room For Pool, Paved, Wooded
Lot Size Acres: 7
Lot Size Dimensions: 436x1088
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Front Footage: 436
Lot Size Square Meters: 28328

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,150.47
Tax Year: 2023

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Private Sewer
Utilities: Electricity Available, Sewer Available, Utility Pole

Location

HOA Information
MFR_Association2YN: 0

Location Information
Directions: From Rt 44 take Emeralda Rd to the end. Turn left and follow thru a few miles. House will be on the right. Sign can be seen.

Community Information
Development: Not in Development

Public facts

Beds: 1
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,380
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 7.21 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2001
Year Renovated: 2007
County: Lake County
APN: 09-18-25-0003-000-01700

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 23, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Third Party YN: 1

Listing Information
Attribution Contact: 561-641-6787
Previous Status: Pending
Backups Requested YN: 0

Listing Date Information
Days to Contract: 75
Status Contractual Search Date: 2025-04-03

Listing Price Information
Calculated List Price By Calculated Sq Ft: 1.01

Green Information
Direction Faces: Southwest

Home Information
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Units: Square Feet

Around this home

Schools

Treadway Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 6.4mi

7/10

Tavares Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 12.1mi

5/10

Tavares High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 10.2mi

4/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

5/10 Fire Factor

6% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

8/10 Heat Factor

6 days above 108° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years

9/10 Wind Factor

99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

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In this area, properties receive around 8.8 hours in June and 6.5 hours in December, placing it above the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$272,000 – $329,000

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Home values near 40016 Emeralda Island Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
39607 Emeralda Island Rd, Leesburg, FL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2194 Sq. Ft.	$563,909
40124 Emeralda Island Rd, Leesburg, FL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2648 Sq. Ft.	$619,729

Address	Redfin Estimate
39701 Emeralda Island Rd, Leesburg, FL 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1080 Sq. Ft.	$230,626
40134 Emeralda Island Rd, Leesburg, FL 4 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 2016 Sq. Ft.	$403,911

Address	Redfin Estimate
40217 Emeralda Island Rd, Leesburg, FL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1568 Sq. Ft.	$273,834
40325 Emeralda Island Rd, Leesburg, FL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1656 Sq. Ft.	$477,239

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