Make your Move Now this home is Perfect. Price Reduction just for the right buyer. Welcome home to this beautifully upgraded residence featuring a private backyard and move-in-ready appeal! Thoughtfully updated by the current homeowners, this home offers newer appliances, new quartz countertops and in the kitchen and bathroom, fresh interior paint, new flooring, an updated kitchen sink, and stylish new lighting and ceiling fans throughout. The open-concept kitchen overlooks the family room, making it perfect for entertaining while preparing meals. You'll also enjoy a cozy breakfast nook for casual dining and plenty of cabinet and counter space. This spacious home offers two bedrooms plus a versatile den—ideal for a home office, hobby room, or guest space. The impressive 18' x 20' living room features soaring ceilings and opens to a private glass-enclosed lanai where you can relax and take in the peaceful backyard views year-round. The oversized two-car garage includes a convenient remote-controlled screen, adding comfort and functionality. Major updates provide added peace of mind, including a new roof (2024), A/C (2020), and water heater (2017). Located in the award-winning 55+ community of The Plantation at Leesburg, residents enjoy an exceptional lifestyle with two championship golf courses, multiple swimming pools, fitness centers, pickleball and tennis courts, softball, walking trails, numerous clubs and activities, plus an on-site restaurant and lounge—perfect for meeting friends or grabbing a cold drink after a round of golf. With a low HOA and quick settlement available, this is an incredible opportunity to start enjoying the Florida lifestyle right away!
Single-familyProperty Type
1996Year Built
7,558 sq ftLot Size
$150Price/Sq.Ft.
$180/moHOA Dues
2 car garageParking
Listed by Mary Jane Grimes• CENTURY 21 MYERS ROSE REALTY
Listed by Thomas Grimes• CENTURY 21 MYERS ROSE REALTY
Plantation at Leesburg, located between US-27 and Lake Griffin, is a gated and golf-oriented Leesburg neighborhood with a clubhouse campus and palm-lined streets. The scene concentrates around the Plantation at Leesburg Clubhouse and pro shop, where tee times, patio tables, and cart paths set the daily rhythm. Homes lean toward Florida ranch and contemporary builds with screened lanais and tidy landscaping. The two-course layout and practice areas shape a resort-like cadence without leaving the community. For local flavor beyond the gates, the Melon Patch Theatre and the Leesburg Center for the Arts add a cultural counterpoint downtown. Lake Griffin State Park and the Venetian Gardens shoreline bring water views and shaded trails into the weekly routine.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Ceiling fans
Eat-in kitchen
Walk-in closets
Den/Library/Office
Great room
Breakfast room (separate)
Inside utility
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Disposal
Ice maker
Microwave
Range
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Laundry room
Washer
Dryer
Electric water heater
Flooring
Laminate
Heating & cooling
Electric heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Rain gutters
Sliding doors
Level, private, paved lot
Trees and landscaped yard
Fishing pier (water extras)
Home design
Single family residence
One story
Located in a PUD
Faces east
Parking
Attached 2-car garage
Garage door opener
Off-street parking
Security
Gated community
Smoke detectors
Construction
Vinyl siding and frame construction
Shingle roof
Slab foundation
Built area noted in public records
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Public utilities
Catch-and-release water information
HOA & community
HOA with required approval
Monthly HOA fee of $180
Association amenities include: gated entry, pool, fitness center, spa/hot tub, sauna, tennis courts, pickleball courts, basketball and shuffleboard courts, golf and golf course access, trails, recreation facilities, storage, security, 24-hour guard, private road, management, common area maintenance, escrow reserves
Association may have vehicle restrictions and other deed/community restrictions
Buyer approval required
Pets allowed with limits
Financial info
Total monthly association fees shown as $180
Total annual association fees shown as $2,160
Lease restrictions apply
Other
Community features include sidewalks, community mailbox, reclaimed water irrigation, and special community restrictions
Senior community
Electricity and solar
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Welcome to Your Dream Retirement at the Plantations at Leesburg! Are you pondering where to retire? Look no further than the Plantations at Leesburg, nestled in the heart of Central Florida. This resident-owned, active adult-gated community is the epitome of retirement bliss, offering an array of amenities including clubhouses, swimming pools, full-time activity directors, a golf course, fitness centers, and scenic walking and biking trails. The vibrant community and abundant activities make this the ideal location for your next move. This charming home boasts an abundance of bright and airy main living space, featuring vaulted ceilings that enhance its open feel. The property includes two spacious living areas, a functional kitchen with ample counter space perfect for culinary endeavors, and an adjoining large laundry room. The attached garage offers room for two cars, ensuring ample parking and storage. Step outside to enjoy the screened lanai with picturesque views of the beautiful backyard. Mature oak trees and green space provide a serene backdrop with no rear neighbors, offering peace and privacy. The primary bedroom, also featuring vaulted ceilings, is spacious enough to accommodate a king-size bedroom set. The ensuite bathroom is a retreat in itself, offering a step-in shower, garden tub, plenty of natural light, a linen closet, and a dual-sink vanity. Your guests will feel at home in the secondary bedroom, complete with their own private bath. Additionally, the formal dining space can easily be transformed into a home office, giving you the flexibility to customize the main living areas to your needs. This home flows beautifully, is meticulously clean, and ready for you to move in and start enjoying the retirement lifestyle you’ve been dreaming of. Make the Plantations at Leesburg your next home and embrace the active, fulfilling retirement you’ve always wanted. NEW ROOF as of July 2024
Public Records
Dec 31, 1996
Sold
$108,900
$58/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,987 (+81.4%)
$54,000 + $184,232
$238,232
2024
$2,198 (+13.3%)
2023
$1,940 (+11.0%)
2022
$1,748 (+3.6%)
2021
$1,687 (−3.9%)
2020
$1,755 (+1.2%)
2019
$1,734 (+5.0%)
2018
$1,651 (+4.2%)
2017
$1,584 (+0.6%)
2016
$1,575 (−2.0%)
2015
$1,607 (−0.1%)
2014
$1,609 (+4.8%)
2013
$1,535 (+29.6%)
2012
$1,184
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,558 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1998
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,871
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,871
Year built
1996
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lake County
APN
25-20-24-0231-000-05000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 23, 2026.
PUD
Planned Unit Development District
Planned Unit Developments Shall be allowed in all Land Use classifications. It is the purpose and intent of this Section to establish a Planned Unit Development (PUD) zoning district in effort to:Exercise greater ingenuity and imagination in the planning and Development of Tracts of Land under unified control than generally is possible under these regulations; Allow a diversification of uses, Structures, and Open Space in a manner compatible with both the surrounding, existing and approved Development of Land surrounding and abutting the PUD Site; Provide a means for Land to be used more effectively, and for utilization of smaller networks of utilities and Roads; Detail the natural amenities of Land encouraging scenic and functional Open Space within the PUD; Provide for the reasonable protection of Designated Species of plants and animals; Ensure that Development will occur according to limitation of use, design, Density, and phasing stipulated on an approved Development Plan; and Provide reasonable assurance of approval of a PUD application before a Developer expends complete design monies, while providing the County with assurances that the PUD will be Developed according to approved specifications.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
2% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 108° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Leesburg, FL • 34748
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Sun exposure
86/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 4438 River Ridge Dr
$273,522
$6,478 under list price of $280K
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