Weeki Wachee River Canal and Gulf Access - Investor Special! Owner Financing: 10% down payment…. 5 year amortization…. .6.5% APR Discover this Gulf Coast fishing retreat with 50 feet of canal frontage, complete with a dock and seawall. Located on a canal that connects to the Weeki Wachee River, this property offers the perfect gateway to explore the natural beauty of Weeki Wachee Springs State Park or cruise downriver to the Gulf of Mexico. Experience the magic of manatees and dolphins swimming right behind your home. This 2-bedroom and 1 bathroom mobile home sustained damage during Hurricane Helene flooding. While the owner has worked to dry out the home, it remains a blank canvas for your creative vision. Tear it down… Build a new house…. Use it as an RV spot…. Get approval from the county to rehab…. No HOA – Endless Possibilities: R3 Zoning allows flexibility, including short-term nightly rentals. Keep boats, trailers, RVs, and commercial vehicles on the property. Build an 8-foot-high privacy fence or create your ideal outdoor space. Hook up your RV to power, water, and sewer for additional options. The property is being sold As-Is, Where-Is, and How-Is, with the seller retaining rights to any insurance claims or related payments. Buyers are responsible for verifying all information and conducting due diligence. No sight-unseen offers will be considered, and contract assignability is not allowed to deter wholesalers. The price reflects the land value of this 50x80 lot. Welcome to Weeki Wachee Gardens: Nestled in Hernando County, just 60 minutes north of Tampa International Airport and easily accessible via the Suncoast Parkway, this community feels like a nostalgic trip into Old Florida. The crystal-clear, spring-fed Weeki Wachee River, with a year-round temperature of 74 degrees, flows from the legendary Weeki Wachee Springs. This iconic spot has captivated visitors since the 1940s with its live mermaid performances. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the abundant recreational opportunities, from boating, fishing, and scalloping to snorkeling, diving, and unforgettable manatee encounters. Whether you're seeking relaxation or adventure, Weeki Wachee Gardens offers the perfect balance. Don’t miss this rare chance to own an affordable Weeki Wachee River and Gulf access property and bring your dream coastal escape to life! Schedule your showing today.
ManufacturedProperty Type
1972Year Built
4,000 sq ftLot Size
$216Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by GREG Klesius• GULF COAST FISHING HOMES RLTY
Contact: 813-394-4356
Bought with GREG Klesius• GULF COAST FISHING HOMES RLTY
Weeki Wachee River Canal and Gulf Access - Investor Special! Owner Financing: 10% down payment. .. . 5 year amortization. .. .. 6.5% APR Discover this Gulf Coast fishing retreat with 50 feet of canal frontage, complete with a dock and seawall. Located on a canal that connects to the Weeki Wachee River, this property offers the perfect gateway to explore the natural beauty of Weeki Wachee Springs State Park or cruise downriver to the Gulf of Mexico. Experience the magic of manatees and dolphins swimming right behind your home. This 2-bedroom and 1 bathroom mobile home sustained damage during Hurricane Helene flooding. While the owner has worked to dry out the home, it remains a blank canvas for your creative vision. Tear it down. .. Build a new house. .. . Use it as an RV spot. .. . Get approval from the county to rehab. .. . No HOA - Endless Possibilities: R3 Zoning allows flexibility, including short-term nightly rentals. Keep boats, trailers, RVs, and commercial vehicles on the property. Build an 8-foot-high privacy fence or create your ideal outdoor space. Hook up your RV to power, water, and sewer for additional options. The property is being sold As-Is, Where-Is, and How-Is, with the seller retaining rights to any insurance claims or related payments. Buyers are responsible for verifying all information and conducting due diligence. No sight-unseen offers will be considered, and contract assignability is not allowed to deter wholesalers. The price reflects the land value of this 50x80 lot. Welcome to Weeki Wachee Gardens: Nestled in Hernando County, just 60 minutes north of Tampa International Airport and easily accessible via the Suncoast Parkway, this community feels like a nostalgic trip into Old Florida. The crystal-clear, spring-fed Weeki Wachee River, with a year-round temperature of 74 degrees, flows from the legendary Weeki Wachee Springs. This iconic spot has captivated visitors since the 1940s with its live mermaid performances. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the abundant recreational opportunities, from boating, fishing, and scalloping to snorkeling, diving, and unforgettable manatee encounters. Whether you're seeking relaxation or adventure, Weeki Wachee Gardens offers the perfect balance. Don't miss this rare chance to own an affordable Weeki Wachee River and Gulf access property and bring your dream coastal escape to life! Schedule your showing today.
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #W7871678
Jun 16, 2025
Sold
$245,000
$216/sq ft
May 31, 2025
Pending
—
Apr 16, 2025
Price Changed
$245,000
$216/sq ft
Jan 21, 2025
Listed
$295,000
$261/sq ft
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #W7859661
Feb 5, 2024
Listing Removed
—
HCAR #2235118
Feb 5, 2024
Listing Removed
—
Nov 12, 2023
Listed
$599,000
$529/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 10, 2000
Sold
$52,000
$46/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 22, 1994
Sold
$35,000
$31/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 1, 1984
Sold
$20,000
$18/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,755 (−11.3%)
2024
$3,105 (+7.9%)
2023
$2,879 (+12.4%)
2022
$2,561 (+21.9%)
2021
$2,101 (+13.8%)
2020
$1,846 (+8.5%)
2019
$1,702 (+8.4%)
$52,120 + $33,125
$85,245
2018
$1,570 (+8.7%)
$52,040 + $29,527
$81,567
2017
$1,444 (+2.4%)
$51,560 + $22,944
$74,504
2016
$1,411 (−0.4%)
$51,560 + $22,046
$73,606
2015
$1,417 (−3.5%)
$51,560 + $21,447
$73,007
2014
$1,468
Tax history for 5423 Darlene St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,755 (−11.3%)
2024
$3,105 (+7.9%)
2023
$2,879 (+12.4%)
2022
$2,561 (+21.9%)
2021
$2,101 (+13.8%)
2020
$1,846 (+8.5%)
2019
$1,702 (+8.4%)
$52,120 + $33,125
$85,245
2018
$1,570 (+8.7%)
$52,040 + $29,527
$81,567
2017
$1,444 (+2.4%)
$51,560 + $22,944
$74,504
2016
$1,411 (−0.4%)
$51,560 + $22,046
$73,606
2015
$1,417 (−3.5%)
$51,560 + $21,447
$73,007
2014
$1,468
*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
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1987
Sq. Ft.
612
Year built
1972
Style
Mobile/Manufactured Home
County
Hernando County
APN
R32 222 17 3960 0000 0710
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 16, 2026.
R1A
Residential District
This district is designed primarily to permit the continued development of established residential areas which include a mixture of conventional single-family dwellings and mobile homes and is, therefore, not intended to be utilized extensively for future development.
Water Access Description: Canal - Brackish,Canal - Freshwater,Canal - Saltwater,Gulf/Ocean to Bay,River
Water Extras Y/N: 1
Water Extras Description: Seawall - Other
Property Information
CDD Y/N: 0
Homestead Y/N: 0
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Mobile Home
Body Type: Single Wide
Zoning: R3
Land Information
Total Acreage: 0 to less than 1/4
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.09
Lot Size Dimensions: 50x80
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Lot Size Square Meters: 372
Building Information
MFR_BuildingAreaTotalSrchSqM: 105.17
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,105
Tax Year: 2024
Lease / Rent Details
Lease Restrictions YN: 0
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available
Additional Water Information: The canal behind the leads to the Weeki Wachee River, allowing you to explore the natural beauty of the Weeki Wachee Springs State Park or venture downriver to the Gulf of Mexico. Witness manatees and dolphins swimming in the canal behind the home.
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Unit Number YN: 0
HOA Information
MFR_Association2YN: 0
Association Approval Required Y/N: 0
Location Information
Directions: Shoal line to Darlene
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 612
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 4,000 square feet
Style: Mobile/Manufactured Home
Year Built: 1972
Year Renovated: 1987
County: Hernando County
APN: R32 222 17 3960 0000 0710
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 16, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Third Party YN: 1
Listing Information
Attribution Contact: 813-394-4356
Previous Status: Pending
Backups Requested YN: 1
Listing Date Information
Days to Contract: 130
Status Contractual Search Date: 2025-06-16
Listing Price Information
Calculated List Price By Calculated Sq Ft: 216.43
Green Information
Direction Faces: South
Home Information
Living Area: 1132
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Public Records
Living Area Meters: 105.17
Building Area Total: 1132
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Public Records
Foundation Details: Crawlspace
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Westside Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 5.5mi
4/10
Fox Chapel Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.9mi
4/10
Weeki Wachee High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.5mi
4/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
10/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance 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 111° expected this year, 24 days in 30 years
10/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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