Your Private Rural Retreat on 16+ Acres in Wauchula! Discover peaceful country living at its finest with this one-owner residence situated on over 16 ag-exempt acres, offering privacy, open space, and long-term tax benefits. With 2,445 sq ft of living area and generous outdoor infrastructure already in place, this property is ideal for hobby farming, recreation, or simply enjoying wide-open Florida skies. As you drive to the property, take in the vibrant caladium fields that line the road and set the tone for the tranquil setting ahead. A gated entrance welcomes you onto the grounds, where a scenic 0.7-acre spring fed pond and thriving wildlife create a peaceful, natural backdrop. Step through the front door into a spacious courtyard filled with natural light, an ideal spot for plants, seating, and relaxing sun-filled moments. Inside, the open floor plan flows beneath soaring ceilings in the great room, accented by warm bamboo flooring and spacious living areas ready for your personal touch. The home is ideal for entertaining with its built-in wet bar and freezer. Practical features include a 2-car garage, an extra storage shed, and a 30 x 50 pole barn with a metal ceiling, perfect for equipment, vehicles, hobbies, or a future workshop. Two propane tanks fuel the appliances, and the tankless gas water heater provides both efficiency and reliability. The property also offers two wells and a new water conditioner. Enjoy outdoor living surrounded by nature. Watch hawks, owls, eagles, and sandhill cranes glide overhead. Listen for quiet wings at dusk as hummingbirds visit the wildflowers. Evenings bring stunning sunsets across the horizon, and on clear nights, you may catch rocket launches flickering in the distant sky. Whether you’re looking to farm, expand, or simply embrace Florida’s quiet countryside, this unique property offers endless opportunity and true small-town charm.
Your Private Rural Retreat on 16+ Acres in Wauchula! Discover peaceful country living at its finest with this one-owner residence situated on over 16 ag-exempt acres, offering privacy, open space, and long-term tax benefits. With 2,445 sq ft of living area and generous outdoor infrastructure already in place, this property is ideal for hobby farming, recreation, or simply enjoying wide-open Florida skies. As you drive to the property, take in the vibrant caladium fields that line the road and set the tone for the tranquil setting ahead. A gated entrance welcomes you onto the grounds, where a scenic 0.7-acre spring fed pond and thriving wildlife create a peaceful, natural backdrop. Step through the front door into a spacious courtyard filled with natural light, an ideal spot for plants, seating, and relaxing sun-filled moments. Inside, the open floor plan flows beneath soaring ceilings in the great room, accented by warm bamboo flooring and spacious living areas ready for your personal touch. The home is ideal for entertaining with its built-in wet bar and freezer. Practical features include a 2-car garage, an extra storage shed, and a 30 x 50 pole barn with a metal ceiling, perfect for equipment, vehicles, hobbies, or a future workshop. Two propane tanks fuel the appliances, and the tankless gas water heater provides both efficiency and reliability. The property also offers two wells and a new water conditioner. Enjoy outdoor living surrounded by nature. Watch hawks, owls, eagles, and sandhill cranes glide overhead. Listen for quiet wings at dusk as hummingbirds visit the wildflowers. Evenings bring stunning sunsets across the horizon, and on clear nights, you may catch rocket launches flickering in the distant sky. Whether you’re looking to farm, expand, or simply embrace Florida’s quiet countryside, this unique property offers endless opportunity and true small-town charm.
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #C7516403
Nov 24, 2025
Sold
$690,000
$282/sq ft
Oct 23, 2025
Pending
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Oct 18, 2025
Listed
$700,000
$286/sq ft
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
Public record
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hardee County
APN
1333-26-0000-04490-0000
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Last updated by owner on Oct 18, 2025.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Dimensions: 27x22
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Attached Garage
Has Garage
Interior
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Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Inside
Other Rooms Information
# of Rooms: 9
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Central
Cooling Information: Central Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fans(s), High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Solid Wood Cabinets, Walk-in Closet(s), Wet Bar
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Gas Water Heater, Range, Washer, Water Filtration System
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Propane, Water Connected
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Unit Number YN: 0
HOA Information
MFR_Association2YN: 0
School Information
Elementary School: Zolfo Springs Elementary School
Middle Or Junior High School: Hardee Junior High School
High School: Hardee Senior High School
Location Information
Directions: Follow US-17 North. Turn right on FL-64 East in Zolfo Springs. Turn right to stay on FL-64 East. Continue for 1 mile and turn left on Maude Road. Continue for 3 miles until you reach home on your left.
Community Information
Pets Allowed: Yes
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Style: Single Family Residential
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County: Hardee County
APN: 1333-26-0000-04490-0000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 18, 2025
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Third Party YN: 1
Listing Information
Attribution Contact: 941-639-8500
Previous Status: Pending
Backups Requested YN: 0
Listing Date Information
Days to Contract: 5
Status Contractual Search Date: 2025-11-24
Listing Price Information
Calculated List Price By Calculated Sq Ft: 286.30
Green Information
Green Verification Count: 0
Direction Faces: Southeast
Home Information
Living Area: 2445
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Public Records
Living Area Meters: 227.15
Building Area Total: 5598
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Public Records
Foundation Details: Slab
Levels: One
Security Features: Security Gate
Around this home
Schools
Zolfo Springs Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 10.1mi
5/10
Hardee Junior High School
Public 6-12 • Assigned • 9.1mi
5/10
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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
8/10 Fire Factor
40% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 108° expected this year, 24 days in 30 years
10/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Wauchula, FL • 33873
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$645,000 – $781,000
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