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Property Description
BOND PAID on this CHARMING, UPGRADED 3/2 COTTAGE with NEW 2024 ROOF and HVAC, and newer 2019 HOT WATER HEATER! Located in the LAKE SHORE COTTAGES, perfectly positioned next to the most desirable and vibrant town square, LAKE SUMTER LANDING! The beautifully landscaped grounds create an inviting setting with the freshly painted HARDIE PLANK exterior, concrete stamped front porch and new glass front door with transom. LIGHT and BRIGHT the home immediately impresses with HARDWOOD FLOORING, PLANTATION SHUTTERS throughout, beadboard accents, and chair rails that add timeless, cozy appeal. The light-filled living room features a TRAY ceiling and French doors with built-in blinds, opening to a newly screened BACK PORCH offering a PRIVATE and "park-like" setting - an ideal space for relaxing or entertaining. An open floor plan connects the living area to the bright kitchen, complete with WHITE cabinetry, pull out drawers, pot drawers, new Cambria QUARTZ countertops, STAINLESS appliances, offering a GAS stove, a newer KitchenAid refrigerator and microwave, two pantries for ample storage, a SOLAR TUBE for natural lighting, and a breakfast bar with pendant lighting. The spacious dining room has 2 large windows and a solar tube and easy access to the kitchen. The guest accommodations are flexible and thoughtfully designed, including a front guest room with a queen-size Murphy bed and the 2nd guest room, currently used as an office, but also has a large closet. The guest bath features new Cambria quartz countertops and a tub/shower combination. The PRIMARY SUITE offers a walk-in closet and a well-appointed EN-SUITE BATH with dual vanities, subway-tiled shower with new FRAMELESS glass door, private toilet room with pocket door, and UPDATED finishes. Additional highlights include a spacious TWO-CAR garage with painted flooring, whole-house FILTRATION system, SOLAR TUBES, new rain gutters with leaf guards, newer garage door motor and rollers, and pull-down attic stairs. Nestled beside the community's most beloved town square, this charming cottage blends timeless design, thoughtful updates, and a truly special location. This unique neighborhood also has its own community pool - a great place to see your neighbors and make new friends. And so convenient for shopping, dining, recreation, and entertainment! COME EXPERIENCE THIS AMAZING HOME AND VILLAGE!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1039 Cottage Dr
General
- Price: $798,000
- Taxes: $4,746 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
- MLS ID: G5106526
- Updated: 1/12/2026
- Added to Site: 6 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Min. Lease: No Minimum
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 7
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Rail, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Stone Counters, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Filtration System
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
Exterior
- Exterior Features: French Doors, Irrigation System, Rain Gutters, Sidewalk
- Deck/Patio: Covered, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Screened
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Screened
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Covered Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Garage Door Opener
Location
- Area: 32162 - Lady Lake/The Villages
- County: Sumter
- Development Name: 32162 - Lady Lake/The Villages
- Subdivision: THE VILLAGES
- Driving Directions: From 466, go S. on Morse Blvd. across the ridge and take the 1st roundabout to R. onto Lake Sumter Landing, R on Lakeshore Dr., R on Old Camp Rd., enter gate to Lake Shore Cottages. 1st R on Cottage Dr., home on the L.
- Direction Faces: Southeast
Community
- Community Name: 32162 - Lady Lake/The Villages
- Community Features: Community Mailbox, Deed Restrictions, Dog Park, Fitness Center, Golf Carts OK, Golf, Irrigation-Reclaimed Water, Pool, Sidewalks, Tennis Court(s)
- Pet Restrictions: SEE DEED RESTRICTIONS
- Adult Community: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Central, Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: BB/HS Internet Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Sprinkler Recycled, Street Lights, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
Structural Information
- Exterior Const.: HardiPlank Type
- Roof: Shingle
- Windows: Shutters
- Stories/Levels: One
- Square Feet: 1,618
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Year Built: 2004
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.12
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 5,429
- Lot Size: 5429
- Street/Road Desc.: Paved
Financial Considerations
- CDD: Yes
- Tax Amount: $4,746.03
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: None
- Legal Description: LOT 35 THE VILLAGES OF SUMTER LAKE SHORE COTTAGES PB 7 PGS 24-24D
- Flood Zone Info: X
- APN: D23C035
- Property ID: D23C035
- Block/Lot/Section: 00/00
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Schools
Schools serving 1039 Cottage Dr
School District:Sumter County School District, Bushnell, FL
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Wildwood Elementary School 300 Huey Street, Wildwood, FL 34785 | PK-5 | 5.5 mi |
Wildwood Middle/ High School 700 Huey Street, Wildwood, FL 34785 | 6-12 | 5.2 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1039 Cottage Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/12/2026
Listed
$798,000
42.5%
MLS
4/05/2019
Sold
$560,000
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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 1039 Cottage Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$5,473
—
$511,240
3%
2024
$5,473
5%
$496,840
3%
2023
$5,223
-3%
$482,370
6%
2021
$5,411
7%
$454,680
-3%
2022
$5,074
-6%
$468,320
5%
2021
$5,411
-7%
$445,860
11%
2019
$5,798
24%
$402,390
10%
2018
$4,683
-4%
$365,810
-1%
2017
$4,858
-1%
$368,730
-1%
2016
$4,915
-2%
$371,650
-1%
2015
$5,029
11%
$374,560
4%
2014
$4,550
-22%
$359,800
13%
2013
$5,816
—
$318,760
—
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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1039 Cottage Drive, The Villages, FL 32162 (MLS# G5106526) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 1039 Cottage Drive is currently listed for $798,000 and was received on January 12, 2026. Want to learn more about 1039 Cottage Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in The Villages? You can browse all The Villages real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

