Under Construction. Architectural innovation and modern design come together in the Sierra, a thoughtfully designed new home in Royal Highlands featuring impressive ceilings, refined finishes, and versatile living spaces. A striking 8-foot glass front door welcomes you into the foyer, where 9'4" ceilings and EVP flooring throughout the main living areas create an inviting first impression. Positioned on either side of the entry, the formal dining room and private den with French doors provide distinct spaces for dining, working, reading, or pursuing hobbies. At the heart of the home, an expansive, light-filled Great Room flows seamlessly into the chef-inspired kitchen, showcasing quartz countertops, a large center island, and a full suite of stainless steel appliances, including an eSTAR® French door refrigerator. Double-panel glass doors extend the living space onto the screened lanai, creating a natural connection between indoor comfort and outdoor enjoyment. The private primary suite features a spacious walk-in closet and a spa-inspired ensuite with dual vanities, an oversized tile-surround shower, and a separate soaking tub. Three additional bedrooms provide exceptional versatility, with two sharing a full bathroom and the fourth featuring its own private ensuite bath. This thoughtful arrangement accommodates guests and multi-generational living while maintaining comfort and privacy throughout the home. Additional highlights include a three-car garage, irrigation system, and professionally designed landscaping that enhances the home's curb appeal. Modern convenience continues with Smart Home features, including Deako Switches, a Honeywell Thermostat, and Kwikset Keyless Door Entry. A full builder warranty adds confidence, while the absence of HOA and CDD fees provides greater flexibility and long-term savings. Situated along Florida's Nature Coast, Royal Highlands places residents amid the region's natural beauty and outdoor recreation. Weeki Wachee Springs State Park, Hernando Beach, and Pine Island Beach highlight the area's distinctive appeal, with opportunities for boating, kayaking, fishing, and seasonal scalloping along the Gulf Coast. Combining the Sierra's spacious design, elevated finishes, and versatile floor plan with the relaxed character of Florida living, this home delivers an exceptional blend of style and functionality. Schedule your private tour today!
Single-familyProperty Type
2027Year Built
0.46 acresLot Size
$164Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Taryn Mashburn• NEW HOME STAR FLORIDA LLC
Royal Highlands, located between Weeki Wachee Springs State Park and the Gulf Coast, is a low-density and nature-forward North Weeki Wachee neighborhood with large lots and a pine-and-palmetto landscape. The neighborhood’s character concentrates along US-19 near the Cortez Boulevard junction, where bait shops, produce stands, and local diners set a practical, outdoorsy tone. Homes skew toward ranch-style and Florida contemporary builds, often with room for boats, RVs, and workshops. The Weeki Wachee River and nearby springs shape weekends around paddling, fishing, and wildlife watching. Weeki Wachee Springs State Park and Buccaneer Bay Waterpark act as signature local anchors. SunWest Park adds a freshwater beach and trail network for a change of scenery.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Eat-in kitchen
High ceilings
Open floor plan
Split-bedroom layout
Stone counters
Walk-in closets
Blinds
Insulated windows
Den/library/office
Separate formal dining room
Great room
Electric water heater
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bathrooms
3 full bathrooms
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Disposal
Microwave
Range
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Laundry room
Electric dryer hookup
Washer hookup
Flooring
Carpet
Heating & cooling
Central heating
Electric heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Landscaped
Covered front porch
Covered rear porch
Screened porch
Irrigation equipment
Home design
Single-family residence
One story
Faces east
Under construction
Parking
Driveway
Attached three-car garage
Garage door opener
Security
Smoke detectors
Construction
New construction
Block and stucco construction
Shingle roof
Slab foundation
Utilities
Well water
Septic tank
Cable available
HOA & community
Pets allowed
Other
Home warranty
Electricity and solar
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Beautiful level and lightly treed. Highly desireable location closer to 19 not powerlines. This will not last. Others available.
HCAR #2044445
May 16, 2004
Sold
$3,000
$1/sq ft
Apr 12, 2004
Listed
$3,000
$1/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$401 (+30.7%)
2024
$307 (−0.4%)
2023
$308 (+23.7%)
$18,000
2022
$249 (+20.3%)
2021
$207 (+11.6%)
2020
$186 (+1.5%)
2019
$183 (+8.4%)
2018
$169 (+16.1%)
2017
$145 (+15.3%)
$5,000
2016
$126 (+2.4%)
$3,200
2015
$123 (−10.2%)
$3,200
2014
$137
Public record
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0.46 Acres
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Style
Vacant Land
County
Hernando County
APN
R01 221 17 3360 0637 0170
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Last updated by owner on Oct 16, 2026.
R1C
Residential District
This district is designed to encourage and protect low-density, single-family development and is intended to be the district most utilized for regulating future single-family development within the county.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
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Housing-Single unit
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
5/10 Fire Factor
3% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
10/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 109° expected this year, 25 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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Weeki Wachee, FL • 34614
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
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Redfin Estimate for 16125 Mellon Rd
$394,708
$5,192 under list price of $400K
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