TURN-KEY, FULLY FURNISHED WEEKI WACHEE DREAM VACATION RENTAL. KAYAKS INCLUDED. Step into the ultimate river lifestyle with this premier waterfront retreat, where you can spend your mornings watching manatees from your private dock or launching a kayak for a day of exploring the Weeki Wachee river. Situated on a canal with direct access to the river and Gulf, this home prioritizes outdoor living with a waterfront deck and a screened gazebo made for relaxing. The property is located on a quiet, paved dead-end road, ensuring plenty of privacy with very little traffic. Inside, the space is filled with natural light and features an effortless, open flow that pulls the coastal views into every room. It is the kind of home where you can immediately imagine hosting friends in a space that feels bright, airy, and inviting. While it feels like a secluded escape, you are only 10 minutes from local shopping and dining, and less than an hour from Tampa International Airport. On the practical side, this is a high-performing, turnkey business opportunity being sold fully furnished and equipped with a fleet of canoes and kayaks. It is ready to generate income the moment you close, offering a rare chance to own a property where the incredible lifestyle and the business side are both already handled.
Est. $2,131 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 6245 Waverly Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #W7885639
Sep 28, 2026
Sold
$388,619
$324/sq ft
Aug 13, 2026
Contingent
—
Jun 17, 2026
Price Changed
$449,900
$376/sq ft
May 12, 2026
Listed
$475,000
$396/sq ft
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #G5059604
Oct 10, 2022
Sold
$525,000
$438/sq ft
Sep 2, 2022
Pending
—
Aug 29, 2022
Price Changed
$574,000
$479/sq ft
Aug 17, 2022
Listed
$593,000
$495/sq ft
5 Star Vacation rental (TURN-KEY). .. this fun, vibrant canal front home can be yours. 2 bedroom's but can be considered (3 BEDROOM) because the Florida room has doors, closet, A/C and T. V. .. Spend your days canoeing or kayaking the Weeki Wachee river or leave your dock and go to the GULF of Mexico to snorkel, scallop and watch dolphins play. Sit on the dock and admire the treasured manatee that float by daily or relax in the screened gazebo while reading your favorite novel. Inside, there is so much to love about the fully furnished home appropriately decorated in eclectic and nautical motif. The almost 1200sf of living space is open and inviting with water views from most every angle. The updated kitchen features plenty of room for the cook in the family, an interior laundry space provides added storage and a half bath. The home sleeps 10 guests so it’s perfect for weekend getaways, family reunions or out of town family and friends. Whether your goal is to make this your primary home, an escape from your everyday life, or an investment property, the waters are calling. CANAL FRONT LIVING: Waterfront Deck w/ high top table, patio, chairs, 5 kayaks, 1 canoe, screened porch w/ cushion seating & string lighting, fan and a dock swing. INDOOR LIVING: Flat-screen Smart TVs w/ cable, fireplace, coastal decor, natural light, dining table. KITCHEN: Fully equipped, stainless steel appliances. PARKING: Driveway and area (3 vehicles) and 1 boat trailer. Sleep: Bedroom 1:King Bed, Bedroom 2:Queen Bed, Bedroom 3/Florida room: Twin Bed w/ Twin Trundle Bed, Living Room: 2 Queen Sleeper Sofas with memory foam beds. This one is not to be missed. .. Call for your personal showing today.
HCAR #2215863
Feb 4, 2022
Sold
$385,000
$321/sq ft
Dec 14, 2021
Pending
—
Nov 17, 2021
Price Changed
$400,000
$334/sq ft
Apr 1, 2021
Listed
$450,000
$376/sq ft
+21
Lovingly known as ''The Waters at Waverly Cottage'' - this fun, vibrant canal front home can be yours. Spend your days canoeing or kayaking the Weeki Wachee, sit on the dock and admire the treasured manatee that float by or relax in the screened gazebo while reading your favorite novel. Inside, there is so much to love about the fully furnished home appropriately decorated in eclectic and nautical motif. The almost 1200sf of living space is open and inviting with water views from most every angle. The updated kitchen features plenty of room for the cook in the family, an interior laundry space provides added storage and a half bath. The home sleeps 10 guests so it's perfect for weekend getaways, family reunions or out of town family and friends. Whether your goal is to make this your primary home, an escape from your everyday life, or an investment property – this one is not to be missed. Call for your personal showing today.
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #W7832287
Feb 4, 2022
Sold
$385,000
$321/sq ft
Dec 14, 2021
Pending
—
Nov 17, 2021
Price Changed
$400,000
$334/sq ft
Apr 1, 2021
Listed
$450,000
$376/sq ft
St. Augustine and St. Johns County Board of REALTORS® #HC2215863
Feb 4, 2022
Sold
$385,000
$321/sq ft
Apr 1, 2021
Listed
$400,000
$334/sq ft
HCAR #2195171
Jan 16, 2020
Listing Removed
—
Sep 6, 2018
Listed
$168,000
$140/sq ft
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #T3171345
Jun 13, 2019
Sold
$165,000
$138/sq ft
May 5, 2019
Listed
$189,900
$159/sq ft
HCAR #2200850
Jun 13, 2019
Sold
$165,000
$138/sq ft
May 2, 2019
Listed
$189,900
$159/sq ft
St. Augustine and St. Johns County Board of REALTORS® #HC2200850
Jun 13, 2019
Sold
$165,000
$138/sq ft
May 2, 2019
Listed
$189,900
$159/sq ft
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #U8038522
Apr 23, 2019
Listing Removed
—
HCAR #2032877
Mar 25, 2003
Sold
$115,000
$96/sq ft
Jan 30, 2003
Listed
$119,900
$100/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 27, 2001
Sold
$84,100
$70/sq ft
Public Records
May 28, 1999
Sold
$62,500
$52/sq ft
Public Records
May 1, 1987
Sold
$50,000
$42/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,536 (+5.3%)
2024
$5,258 (+5.6%)
2023
$4,977 (+67.8%)
$168,434 + $154,310
$322,744
2022
$2,966 (+19.3%)
2021
$2,486 (+15.0%)
2020
$2,162 (+11.1%)
2019
$1,946 (+7.6%)
$51,449 + $48,928
$100,377
2018
$1,809 (+5.1%)
$51,398 + $45,711
$97,109
2017
$1,721 (+110.6%)
$50,938 + $40,921
$91,859
2016
$817 (−49.6%)
$50,938 + $36,484
$87,422
2015
$1,622 (−1.2%)
$50,938 + $34,765
$85,703
2014
$1,642
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,116 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2001
Sq. Ft.
1,199
Year built
1967
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hernando County
APN
R32 222 17 3970 0000 0700
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 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 - Freshwater,Gulf/Ocean,River
Water Extras Y/N: 1
Water Extras Description: Bridges - Fixed,No Wake Zone,Seawall - Concrete
Property Information
CDD Y/N: 0
Homestead Y/N: 0
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Completed
Other Structures: Gazebo
Zoning: R1A
Land Information
Total Acreage: 0 to less than 1/4
Lot Information
Lot Features: FloodZone, Level, Street Dead-End, Paved
Lot Size Acres: 0.12
Lot Size Dimensions: 52x98
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Lot Size Square Meters: 475
Building Information
MFR_BuildingAreaTotalSrchSqM: 111.30
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,369.86
Tax Year: 2025
Lease / Rent Details
Lease Restrictions YN: 0
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Unit Number YN: 0
Furnished: Turnkey
HOA Information
MFR_Association2YN: 0
Association Fee Requirement: None
Association Approval Required Y/N: 0
Location Information
Directions: From Commercial Way, head west onto Cortez Blvd. Continue on Cortez Blvd, then turn left onto Shoal Line Blvd. Then Left onto Waverly Road. House is on the right.
Community Information
Pets Allowed: Yes
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,199
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5,116 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1967
Year Renovated: 2001
County: Hernando County
APN: R32 222 17 3970 0000 0700
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Third Party YN: 1
Listing Information
Attribution Contact: jimtacy@tampabay.rr.com
Previous Status: Pending
Backups Requested YN: 1
Listing Date Information
Days to Contract: 93
Status Contractual Search Date: 2026-09-28
Listing Price Information
Calculated List Price By Calculated Sq Ft: 375.54
Green Information
Green Verification Count: 0
Direction Faces: East
Home Information
Living Area: 1198
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Public Records
Living Area Meters: 111.30
Building Area Total: 1198
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Public Records
Foundation Details: Slab
Stories Total: 1
Levels: One
Security Features: Fire Alarm, Security Lights, Security System, Security System Owned, Smoke Detector(s)
Around this home
Schools
Westside Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 5.6mi
5/10
Fox Chapel Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.7mi
4/10
Weeki Wachee High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.2mi
3/10
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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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Historical weather
Weeki Wachee, FL • 34607
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
92/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
7.9 hrs
5.4 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$400,000 – $484,000
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