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Property Description
Welcome to your new home in the beautiful community of Lake Jovita Golf & Country Club, perfectly situated on the 13th hole of the South Course with scenic views of oaks and lush green fairways. This thoughtfully designed home features a gourmet kitchen with granite countertops, stainless appliances, and an adjacent walk-in pantry with a convenient organizer system. A formal dining room with a built-in display nook opens to an expansive living area perfect for entertaining. The spacious primary suite includes an expanded sitting area and sliding glass doors that lead to an extra-large enclosed Florida room-ideal for enjoying the peaceful golf course setting year-round. A private office or optional third bedroom provides flexibility for guests or working from home. Additional features include hardwood oak flooring, dramatic coffered ceilings, 8-foot interior doors throughout, and beautiful architectural details. The home also offers a brick-paved driveway and walkway. Residents of this 24-hour guard-gated community enjoy access to two 18-hole championship golf courses, a restaurant, community park, and pickleball courts. Optional memberships are available for additional amenities including a fitness club, junior Olympic pool, and clay tennis courts. All for a low quarterly HOA and no CDD fee. Located in the rolling hills of Pasco County, the community is approximately 35 minutes north of Tampa and just minutes from shopping, dining, and entertainment at The Shops at Wiregrass and Tampa Premium Outlets, along with nearby hospitals, theaters, and everyday conveniences. This home has been thoughtfully priced to reflect its current condition and to offer exceptional value for buyers seeking a golf course property in this desirable community. Note: Listing photos were taken prior to the home being vacated and before the recent winter freeze.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 12442 Forest Highlands
General
- Price: $460,000
- HOA FEE: $99/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Quarterly
- Taxes: $3,495 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
- MLS ID: TB8487299
- Updated: 3/17/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Min. Lease: 1-2 Years
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 5
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Open Floorplan, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Range, Range Hood
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Inside
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Irrigation System
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Covered Spaces: 2
Location
- Area: 33525 - Dade City/Richland
- County: Pasco
- Development Name: 33525 - Dade City/Richland
- Subdivision: LAKE JOVITA GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB PH
- Driving Directions: north on hwy 52, turn onto Lake Jovita Drive, left on Forest Highlands
- Direction Faces: East
Community
- Community Name: 33525 - Dade City/Richland
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Name: Maria Bletso
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Central, Electric, Heat Pump
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Electricity Connected
Structural Information
- Exterior Const.: Stucco
- Roof: Shingle
- Stories/Levels: One
- Square Feet: 2,230
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Year Built: 2000
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.24
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 10,598
- Lot Size: 10598
- Street/Road Desc.: Asphalt
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $298
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Quarterly
- Assoc Fee Desc.: Required
- Tax Amount: $3,495
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: None
- Legal Description: LAKE JOVITA GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB PHASE ONE PB 37 PGS 61-71 LOT 126 OR 9319 PG 1507 OR 9783 PG 0474
- Flood Zone Info: x
- APN: 625210020000001260
- Property ID: 625210020000001260
- Block/Lot/Section: 4
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Schools
Schools serving 12442 Forest Highlands
School District:Pasco County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
San Antonio Elementary School 32416 Darby Road, Dade City, FL 33525 | K-5 | 2.2 mi |
Pasco High School 36850 State Road 52, Dade City, FL 33525 | 9-12 | 8.1 mi |
Pasco Middle School 13925 14th Street, Dade City, FL 33525 | 6-8 | 3.4 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 12442 Forest Highlands
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/16/2026
Listed
$460,000
59.22%
MLS
1/27/2016
Sold
$288,900
—
Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 12442 Forest Highlands
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$3,641
—
$250,190
3%
2024
$3,633
4%
$243,140
3%
2023
$3,495
14%
$236,060
6%
2021
$3,076
-2%
$222,520
-3%
2022
$3,137
2%
$229,190
4%
2021
$3,076
3%
$219,450
2%
2019
$2,973
2%
$214,520
2%
2018
$2,916
—
$210,529
2%
2017
$2,902
12%
$206,199
10%
2016
$2,598
-1%
$187,905
—
2015
$2,633
4%
$188,092
2%
2013
$2,524
—
$185,118
2%
2013
$2,524
—
$181,556
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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12442 Forest Highlands, Dade City, FL 33525 (MLS# TB8487299) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 12442 Forest Highlands is currently listed for $460,000 and was received on March 16, 2026. Want to learn more about 12442 Forest Highlands? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Dade City? You can browse all Dade City real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

