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LAKEFRONT. POOL. PRIVACY. AND A TRUE CUSTOM HOME. Tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac in the desirable 55+ community of Royal Highlands, this impressive 3,318 sq. ft. custom home offers 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, a home office/bonus room, an oversized 3-bay garage and beautiful views of Lake Monarch. Major improvements include a NEW ROOF in 2025, TWO HVAC SYSTEMS replaced in 2020 & 2022, 8 NEW WINDOWS in 2026 plus 2 additional windows replaced in 2024. A transferable termite bond provides additional peace of mind.
From the moment you enter, the spacious, open design draws your eye through the great room to the pool and sparkling lake beyond. Multiple pocket sliding doors open the living space to the screened pool and lanai, creating an exceptional setting for entertaining or simply enjoying peaceful Florida mornings and gorgeous sunrises over the water. The expansive great room features a gas fireplace surrounded by custom built-in display shelving.
The bright, open kitchen offers newer appliances, abundant cabinetry and counter space, an extended breakfast bar and an enormous walk-in pantry. Just off the kitchen, a second large screened porch creates another inviting outdoor living and dining space overlooking the private backyard setting with mature oaks.
The primary suite is truly unique, featuring generous closet space and separate his-and-hers bathrooms connected by a shared walk-through shower. Two guest bedrooms share a convenient Jack-and-Jill bath, while an additional guest bedroom provides flexibility for family and visitors. The light-filled office/bonus room enjoys beautiful views and could easily serve as a craft or hobby room. Even the oversized laundry room was designed with functionality in mind, offering extensive cabinetry, counter space and a utility sink.
And then there’s the garage! The oversized 3-bay configuration includes dedicated golf cart space, an enclosed workshop and a rear roll-up door providing convenient access for lawn equipment and projects.
Royal Highlands offers an active Florida lifestyle with indoor and outdoor pools, pickleball, tennis, softball, fitness and recreation facilities, clubs, entertainment, billiards, library and more. The community is also home to the Monarch Golf Club and its restaurant. With substantial recent improvements, exceptional indoor and outdoor living spaces, a private pool and a premium Lake Monarch setting, this is anything but the typical Florida home.
Property Details
Price: $525,000
Sq Ft: 3,318
($158 per
sqft)
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 4
City: Leesburg
County: Lake
Type: Single Family
Development: Royal Highlands
Subdivision: Royal Highlands Ph 01B
Acres: 0.4600
Virtual Tour/Floorplan:
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Year Built: 1998
Listing Number: G5118222
Status Code: Pending
Taxes: $4,665.66
Tax Year: 2025
Garage:
2
/
Y
Furnishings: Unfurnished
Pets Allowed: Yes
Total Recurring Fees: $229
Total Recurring Fee Frequency: 0.00
Interior Features:
Ceiling Fans(s)
High Ceilings
Open Floorplan
Split Bedroom
Walk-In Closet(s)
Amenities:
Cable TV
Clubhouse
Fitness Center
Gated
Golf Course
Pickleball Court(s)
Pool
Recreation Facilities
Shuffleboard Court
Tennis Court(s)
Financial Information:
Taxes: $4,665.66
Tax Year: 2025
Association Fee: $229.00
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Exterior Features:
Rain Gutters
Equipment:
Dishwasher
Disposal
Dryer
Gas Water Heater
Microwave
Range
Range Hood
Washer
View:
Water
Additional Information:
MLS Area: 34748 - Leesburg
Total Square Footage: 5,112
Price per Square Feet: $158.23
Total Floors: 1
Water: Public
Construction: Block, Stucco
Date Listed: 2026-09-24 00:00:00
Pool: Y
Pool Description: Heated, In Ground, Salt Water, Screen Enclosure
Furnished: Unfurnished
Windows: Skylight(S), Blinds
Parking: Garage Door Opener, Golf Cart Garage, Oversized, Workshop In Garage
Garage Description: Y
Garage Spaces: 2
Attached Garage: Y
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Laminate
Roof: Shingle
Heating: Central, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Fireplace: Y
Security: Gated Community, Smoke Detector(S)
Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
55+ Community: Y
Pets: Yes
Sewer: Public Sewer
Lot Desc.: Cul-De-Sac, In County, Level, Paved, Private
Parcel ID: 13-21-24-1810-0
Amenities: Cable Tv, Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Gated, Golf Course, Pickleball Court(S), Pool, Recreation Facilities, Shuffleboard Court, Tennis Court(S)
Map of 5409 Essex Court, Leesburg, FL 34748
Listing Courtesy Of: Vangie Berry Signature Realty
flaggteamsells55plus@gmail.com