Buy Now, Build Later! Take advantage of this fantastic opportunity to own an oversized, nearly half-acre homesite in the highly desirable Royal Highlands community. Escape the hustle and bustle of the cities to the south while remaining just minutes from top-rated schools, shopping, restaurants, entertainment, and the beautiful Gulf of Mexico. Enjoy Florida's natural beauty with nearby attractions such as Weeki Wachee Springs State Park and Pine Island Beach. Whether you're ready to build your dream home now or purchase and hold as a long-term investment, this property offers outstanding potential. No HOA. No CDD fees. New homes are being built throughout this fast-growing community, making now the perfect time to secure your piece of Florida before values continue to rise. This property is completely cleared and ready for construction, with just a few mature trees remaining to enhance the beauty and privacy of your future backyard. Save time and get a head start on building your dream home. Even better, the adjacent lot is also available for sale by the same owner, presenting a rare opportunity to purchase two side-by-side lots. Whether you're looking for extra privacy, room for a larger custom home, or an outstanding investment opportunity, this unique offering provides exceptional flexibility and value.
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
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Finance
Interior features
No interior details provided
Exterior features
Limerock road surface
100 feet road frontage
100 x 200 lot dimensions
Approximately 0.46-acre lot
Lot size about 1/4 to less than 1/2 acre
Home design
Land zoned R1C
Faces west
Current use: Residential
Construction
Property type: Land
Utilities
Well required for water
Septic needed for sewer
High-speed internet (BB/HS) available
Electrical nearby
HOA & community
No association; no HOA fees
Pets allowed
Financial info
Tax amount reported (not included per instructions)
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Listing provided by Dalton Wade Inc.
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BEAUTIFUL HALF-ACRE LOT. A GREAT LOCATION OF NEWER HOMES BEING BUILT. CLOSE TO ALL MAJOR SHOPPING AND SCHOOLS, CLOSE TO ROUTE 50 FOR ALL YOUR SHOPPING AMENITIES, CLOSE TO THE WEEKI WACHEE WATER RIDE PARK AND THE FAMOUS PINE ISLAND BEACH.
St. Augustine and St. Johns County Board of REALTORS® #HC2223090
Apr 18, 2022
Sold
$21,800
Mar 15, 2022
Listed
$22,500
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #W7843278
Apr 18, 2022
Sold
$21,800
Mar 25, 2022
Pending
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Mar 15, 2022
Listed
$22,500
Public Records
Sep 11, 2020
Sold
$216,000
HCAR #2062051
Feb 8, 2006
Sold
$60,000
Sep 19, 2005
Listed
$65,000
HCAR #2022409
May 18, 2004
Sold
$4,500
Jan 15, 2002
Listed
$4,500
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$401 (+30.7%)
2024
$307 (−0.4%)
2023
$308 (+10.9%)
$18,000
2022
$278 (+18.4%)
2021
$235 (+26.4%)
2020
$186 (+1.5%)
$8,000
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
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Zoning
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Lot size
0.46 Acres
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Style
Vacant Land
County
Hernando County
APN
R01 221 17 3360 0651 0100
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Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 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:
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
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
10/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 109° expected this year, 25 days in 30 years
10/10 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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Historical weather
Weeki Wachee, FL • 34614
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Sun exposure
100/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.5 hrs
7.9 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 16126 Medrick Rd
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $33,500 and $60,000.
Nearby comparable homes
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