$279,000
5552 King James Avenue
Leesburg, FL 34748
Listing updated: April 29, 2026 at 9:17 AM ET
Property type
Year built
Lot size
Price / sq ft
HOA dues
Days on market
Garage spaces
Flood zone
About this home
TRULY A MUST SEE SINGLE-STORY CBS HOME located in the desirable 55+ GATED COMMUNITY of Royal Highlands offering an incredible ARRAY of AMENITIES. This magnificently UPGRADED residence features an OPEN-CONCEPT LAYOUT, ideal for entertaining, highlighted by HIGH CEILINGS, LUXURY VINYL FLOORING, and a BEAUTIFUL REMODELED KITCHEN. The kitchen showcases QUARTZ COUNTERTOPS, a stylish TILE BACKSPLASH, SOFT-CLOSE CABINETRY, STAINLESS STEEL FRENCH-DOOR REFRIGERATOR, ELECTRIC RANGE, and a large BREAKFAST BAR with COUNTER-HEIGHT SEATING overlooking the great room. A SUN-FILLED BREAKFAST NOOK with three café windows provides abundant NATURAL LIGHT and the perfect spot for morning coffee. The SPACIOUS GREAT ROOM offers flexible dining and living space with TRIPLE SLIDERS leading to a FULLY-ENCLOSED 15X8 LANAI surrounded by expansive windows—ideal for year-round enjoyment. The PRIMARY SUITE features VAULTED CEILINGS, LUXURY VINYL FLOORING, a WALK-IN CLOSET, and sliders to the lanai. The PRIMARY BATH includes a COMFORT-HEIGHT VANITY, LARGE GARDEN TUB, and SEPARATE SHOWER. The guest area offers two additional bedrooms (one ideal as an office or den) and a full guest bath. The REMODELED LAUNDRY ROOM features new white cabinetry and a full-size stackable washer and dryer, maximizing storage and functionality. The 2-CAR GARAGE includes a WIFI-ENABLED GARAGE DOOR OPENER and SLIDING SCREEN DOORS for added privacy and shade. This CONCRETE BLOCK HOME offers exceptional added value with numerous quality upgrades, including a PAVER DRIVEWAY, EXPANSIVE FRONT PAVER PATIO, REAR PAVER PATIO DECK, WHOLE-HOUSE WATER SOFTENER, REVERSE OSMOSIS, RAIN GUTTERS, new TAP ATTIC INSULATION in the garage, and a TRANSFERABLE TERMITE WARRANTY. ROYAL HIGHLANDS is a premier, resident-owned 55+ community surrounded by CONSERVATION LAND, PONDS and LAKES, featuring an 18-HOLE GOLF COURSE with PRO SHOP and RESTAURANT and amenities galore: Clubhouse/Recreation Center, Fitness Center, Two Pools (indoor and outdoor), Lighted Tennis Courts, Pickleball, Bocce, Shuffleboard, Billiards Room, Library, Activity Rooms-Card Rooms, Arts and Crafts, Softball Field, RV/Boat storage, and a Grand Hall for Concerts/Social Events. Golf carts are allowed, and HOA dues include Wi-Fi and Cable. Conveniently located off N Hwy 27, just one mile to the FL Turnpike and convenient to shopping, dining, and medical facilities, with easy access to Clermont, Minneola, Leesburg, Orlando International Airport, theme parks, downtown Orlando, and The Villages. SUPER CLEAN AND TRULY MOVE-IN READY, this home offers COMFORT, QUALITY, and the LIFESTYLE YOU DESERVE! NEW ROOF (2022), WATER HEATER (2022), and EXTERIOR PAINT (2023).
Estimated monthly payment
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Price & listing history90 days on market
- Status: ActiveJan 30, 2026
- Listed$282,000Jan 29, 2026
- Price reduced$279,000
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Facts & features
- Property type
- Residential
- Sub type
- Single Family Residence
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 90
- Subdivision
- Royal Highlands Ph I Sub
- County
- Lake
- Year built
- 2003
- Living area
- 1,469 sq ft
- Price/sq ft
- $190
- Building area
- 2,134 sq ft (Public Records)
- Lot size
- 5,530 sq ft
- Lot category
- 0 to less than 1/4
- Flood zone
- X
- Garage
- 2 spaces
- Annual taxes
- $2,171 (2025)
- Parcel #
- 13-21-24-1800-000-15800
- Zoning
- PUD
- MLS #
- O6377150
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Interior Details
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full bathrooms
- 2
- Flooring
- Ceramic Tile, Luxury Vinyl
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Purifier, Water Softener
- Interior features
- Ceiling Fans(s), Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
- Laundry
- Inside, Laundry Room
- Stories / Levels
- One
- Direction faces
- North
Heating & Cooling
- Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
- Cooling
- Central Air
Parking
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Attached garage
- Yes
- Parking features
- Driveway, Garage Door Opener
HOA & Financial
- HOA fee
- $229 / Monthly
- Monthly HOA
- $229/mo
- Total monthly fees
- $229/mo
- Total annual fees
- $2,748
- HOA name
- Keneshia Shepherd
- CDD
- No
- Homestead exemption
- Yes
- Min lease term
- 3 Months
- Listing terms
- Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
- Ownership
- Fee Simple
- Available for lease
- Yes
- Lease restrictions
- Yes
- Additional lease restrictions
- Association Approval Required. Buyer/Buyers Agent to verify with RHPOA and governing documents.
- Approval process
- Association Approval Required. Buyer/Buyers Agent to verify with RHPOA and governing documents.
Exterior & Construction
- Exterior features
- Rain Gutters, Sliding Doors
- Construction materials
- Block, Stucco
- Roof
- Shingle
- Foundation
- Slab
- Road surface
- Asphalt
Utilities
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water source
- Public
- Utilities
- BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
Community
- Pets allowed
- Cats OK, Dogs OK, Yes
- Senior community
- Yes
Room Details
| Room | Level | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Kitchen | First | 12x10 |
| Great Room | First | |
| Primary Bedroom | First | 16x13 |
| Bedroom 2 | First | 11x11 |
| Bedroom 3 | First | 11x10 |
| Laundry | First | |
| Balcony/Porch/Lanai | First | 16x8 |
Listing Details
- Listing date
- 2026-01-23
- On market date
- 2026-01-29
- Original list price
- $282,000
- Occupant type
- Owner
- MLS area
- 34748 - Leesburg
- Listing AOR
- Orlando Regional
- Status changed
- 2026-01-30
- Tax legal description
- ROYAL HIGHLANDS PHASE 1 SUB LOT 158 PB 37 PGS 3-8 ORB 4941 PG 1350 ORB 5997 PG 2074
Flood risk
Minimal-risk area outside the mapped floodplain. Flood insurance is optional and typically low-cost.
Source: FEMA flood zone reported on the listing. Confirm current designation at FEMA Flood Map Service Center.
Location
Directions
North Hwy 27 to Monarch Blvd. - Go through Royal Highlands Main Gate and continue travelling down Monarch Blvd.; RIGHT on King Richards Way; LEFT on King James. Home will be 2nd house on Left.
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