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Property Description
Virtually Staged. Welcome to your own private North Central Florida retreat! This impressive solid-stucco 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom pool home on 5 acres offers an exceptional combination of comfortable living, outdoor entertaining, and incredible space for work, hobbies, storage, equipment, or recreational toys. Ideally located off a paved road with a paved circular driveway, this property delivers the privacy of acreage living while keeping you close to everyday amenities and major destinations. A spacious front porch welcomes you into a thoughtfully designed home featuring two living rooms, including one with a cozy fireplace. The spacious kitchen impresses with beautiful hardwood cabinetry and granite countertops, offering plenty of workspace and storage. The desirable split-bedroom floor plan provides privacy, while one guest bedroom offers convenient bathroom access. The spacious primary suite features generous walk-in closets and a bathroom with his-and-her sinks. Recent improvements include luxury vinyl Duralde waterproof flooring installed in 2026 and new double-pane tinted windows installed in 2026. The water heater was replaced in 2021. Step outside and discover a true Florida outdoor oasis! The impressive 18' x 36' pool was resurfaced in 2024, and the pool pump was replaced in 2026. A dedicated pool bathroom, outdoor shower, and 6-foot privacy fence make the pool area convenient and private. Enjoy the newly added screen room or gather under the spectacular 20' x 60' pavilion, built in 2020 and equipped with five fans overlooking the pool and outdoor entertaining area. Whether hosting a crowd or enjoying a quiet afternoon, this outdoor space was made for Florida living. The property continues to impress with an outstanding collection of outbuildings. A 12' x 24' Lark building with electricity provides additional storage or workspace. For those needing serious room, the 40' x 60' enclosed metal building features a 6-inch reinforced concrete floor with rebar, six large LED lights, and both 50-amp and 30-amp electrical service. An airplane hangar-style door with remote control and a 16' x 14' roll-up door, both installed in 2020, make this building exceptionally versatile for vehicles, equipment, a workshop, business needs, hobbies, or recreational toys. Additional peace of mind comes from the 38kW Kohler whole-home generator and underground 1,000-gallon LP tank, providing dependable backup power. With 5 acres, a private pool oasis, multiple living spaces, extensive storage, a substantial workshop, and numerous recent improvements, this property offers a rare blend of home, land, recreation, and functionality. And the location is hard to beat! You're just minutes from I-75, providing convenient access to Gainesville, Lake City, Shands, HCA, UF, and Santa Fe College. Enjoy easy access to downtown Alachua and High Springs, as well as the Santa Fe River and its famous springs. If you've been searching for a property where you can live, entertain, work, store your equipment and toys, pursue your hobbies, and enjoy acreage living, this exceptional property deserves a closer look. Come experience everything this private retreat has to offer!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 26013 N County Road 1491
General
- Price: $799,000
- Taxes: $6,063 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
- MLS ID: GC542610
- Updated: 8/26/2026
- Added to Site: 11 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 3
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Eating Space In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Living Room
- Appliances: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Private Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: In Ground
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Outdoor Shower, RV Hookup
- 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: Circular Driveway
Location
- Area: 32615 - Alachua
- County: Alachua
- Development Name: 32615 - Alachua
- Subdivision: THE HALBROOK FARM
- Driving Directions: From CR 236 turn onto CR 1491 and drive 1.0 miles and house will be on the right.
- Direction Faces: West
Community
- Community Name: 32615 - Alachua
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Central
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utility Description: Electricity Connected
Structural Information
- Exterior Const.: Stucco
- Roof: Shingle
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Stories/Levels: One
- Square Feet: 2,038
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Year Built: 1997
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Barn(s), Storage
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 5
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 217,800
- Lot Size: 5
- Street/Road Desc.: Paved
- Fencing (Description): Board, Fenced
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $6,063.7
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: None
- Legal Description: THE HALBROOK FARM PB R-72-74 LOT 2 OR 4314/0609 & OR 4322/1519 & OR 4841/0851
- Flood Zone Info: X
- APN: 2814010002
- Property ID: 2814010002
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Schools
Schools serving 26013 N County Road 1491
School District:Alachua County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Alachua Elementary School 13800 Northwest 152nd Place, Alachua, FL 32615 | 3-5 | 7.2 mi |
W. W. Irby Elementary School 13505 Northwest 140th Street, Alachua, FL 32615 | K-2 | 8.2 mi |
A. L. Mebane Middle School 16401 Northwest 140th Street, Alachua, FL 32615 | 6-8 | 6.5 mi |
Santa Fe High School 16213 Northwest US Highway 441, Alachua, FL 32615 | 9-12 | 6 mi |
Disclaimer:
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Price & Sales History for 26013 N County Road 1491
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/17/2026
Listed
$799,000
440.23%
MLS
10/16/1997
Sold
$147,900
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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 26013 N County Road 1491
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$6,064
4%
$333,726
4%
2024
$5,809
8%
$321,757
9%
2023
$5,381
53%
$295,811
57%
2021
$3,513
-3%
$187,833
-3%
2022
$3,632
3%
$193,468
4%
2021
$3,513
3%
$185,240
2%
2019
$3,408
4%
$181,076
2%
2018
$3,290
-2%
$177,700
1%
2017
$3,348
18%
$176,140
11%
2016
$2,845
-2%
$159,200
-1%
2015
$2,909
-25%
$160,800
-1%
2014
$3,900
31%
$161,800
-1%
2013
$2,973
—
$164,200
—
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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26013 N County Road 1491, Alachua, FL 32615 (MLS# GC542610) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 26013 N County Road 1491 is currently listed for $799,000 and was received on August 17, 2026. Want to learn more about 26013 N County Road 1491? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Alachua? You can browse all Alachua real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.
