
$370,000
5401 Essex Court
Leesburg, FL 34748
Listing updated: September 18, 2026 at 8:51 AM ET
Property type
Year built
Lot size
Price / sq ft
HOA dues
Days on market
Garage spaces
Flood zone
About this home
Looking for a LITTLE SLICE OF PARADISE? This beautifully maintained home offers curb appeal, space, comfort and beautiful, Florida-friendly views! Situated on an OVERSIZED (over 1/4 acre), CORNER LOT, this property has been landscaped to LOOK BEAUTIFUL FROM ALL SIDES. This well laid-out Duchess model combines an open floor plan in the living areas, with just enough defined space for privacy and comfort. A SIDE ENTRY GARAGE enhances the curb appeal of this LOVELY HOME and, as you step into the home, views from the living room are of a lush, beautiful backyard nature oasis, comprised of Florida-friendly plantings and a shaded pathway. The spacious living room is the hub of the home. The Kitchen has 42” CABINETS, STONE COUNTERS, a double SS sink, newer appliances, a tiled backsplash, and a solar tube & recipe widows for added natural light. There is a warm, inviting breakfast room just off the kitchen and a dining area on the opposite side of the kitchen. The PRIMARY BEDROOM is located at the rear of the house and has a TRAY CEILING, an AMPLE WALK-IN CLOSET and AN ENSUITE. The private GUEST AREA is located in ANOTHER hallway SEPARATED BY A POCKET DOOR and has a FULL BATH with a TILED TUB/SHOWER COMBO. There are FRENCH DOORS in the Living Room through which you enter the FLEX ROOM that can be used as a THIRD BEDROOM, DEN, TV ROOM, OFFICE, CRAFT AREA ~ whatever you like. The LANAI, which can be accessed by either of two sliding glass pocket doors, is a SPACIOUS addition to the living space of the home and looks out onto the beautiful backyard. The 2 ½ CAR GARAGE WAS TOALLY REBUILT IN 2020 and has drop-down access to the attic, a separate door to the outside, and a window. There is direct access to the laundry room, where you will also find a CONVENIENTLY-LOCATED POWDER ROOM. ROOF REPLACED 2025. UPDATES IN 2020 INCLUDE: INTERIOR & EXTERIOR PAINT, GARAGE REBUILD, WATER HEATER, HVAC, FLOORING, ELECTRCAL PANEL BOX, ATTIC PULL DOWN. This is your opportunity to OWN A HOME WITH LOTS OF ADDED VALUE in this lovely community. Located in the premier GOLF COURSE 55-plus community of ROYAL HIGHLANDS where residents enjoy a full range of amenities, including CABLE & HIGH-SPEED, FIBER OPTIC INTERNET, a GATED entrance with attendants, a GOLF COURSE, a RESTAURANT, tennis, PICKLEBALL, softball, INDOOR & OUTDOOR POOLS, secured RV STORAGE, bocce, shuffleboard, a FITNESS ROOM, a library, arts and crafts, billiards, catch-and-release fishing, and a variety of clubs. There truly is SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE in this vibrant community!
Estimated monthly payment
Estimate only. Taxes use the listing's reported amount where available; insurance is a Florida-average estimate. Your actual payment will vary — run a full calculation or talk to a lender.
Price & listing history0 days on market
- Status: ActiveSep 18, 2026
- Listed$370,000Sep 18, 2026
- Price increased$370,000
Facts & features
- Property type
- Residential
- Sub type
- Single Family Residence
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 0
- Subdivision
- Royal Highlands Ph 01b
- County
- Lake
- Year built
- 2001
- Living area
- 2,009 sq ft
- Price/sq ft
- $184
- Building area
- 2,578 sq ft (Public Records)
- Lot size
- 11,865 sq ft
- Lot category
- 1/4 to less than 1/2
- Flood zone
- X (12069C0486E)
- Garage
- 2 spaces
- Annual taxes
- $2,490 (2025)
- Parcel #
- 13-21-24-1810-000-51100
- Zoning
- PUD
- MLS #
- G5117967
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Interior Details
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full bathrooms
- 2
- Half bathrooms
- 1
- Flooring
- Ceramic Tile, Laminate
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Filtration System, Water Softener
- Interior features
- Ceiling Fans(s), Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Surface Counters, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
- Laundry
- Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room
- Stories / Levels
- One
- Direction faces
- South
Heating & Cooling
- Heating
- Central, Exhaust Fan, Natural Gas
- Cooling
- Central Air
Parking
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Attached garage
- Yes
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
- Ownership
- Fee Simple
- Available for lease
- Yes
- Lease restrictions
- Yes
- Additional lease restrictions
- SEE HOA DOCUMENTS
- Approval process
- SEE HOA DOCUMENTS
Exterior & Construction
- Exterior features
- Rain Gutters
- 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, Fiber Optics, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
Community
- Pets allowed
- Cats OK, Dogs OK, Yes
- Senior community
- Yes
Room Details
| Room | Level | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Living Room | First | |
| Dining Room | First | |
| Kitchen | First | |
| Primary Bedroom | First | |
| Primary Bathroom | First | |
| Bedroom 2 | First | |
| Laundry | First | |
| Bathroom 3 | First | |
| Den | First | |
| Balcony/Porch/Lanai | First |
Listing Details
- Listing date
- 2026-09-18
- On market date
- 2026-09-18
- Original list price
- $370,000
- Occupant type
- Owner
- MLS area
- 34748 - Leesburg
- Listing AOR
- Lake and Sumter
- Status changed
- 2026-09-18
- Tax legal description
- ROYAL HIGHLANDS PHASE 1-B SUB LOT 511 PB 39 PGS 32-36 ORB 4357 PG 212
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
FROM US HIGHWAY 27 TAKE MONARCH BLVD TO “T” INTERSECTION AT ROYAL SAINT GEORGE’S LANE AND TURN LEFT. ESSEX COURT IS THE FIRST LEFT OFF ROYAL SAINT GEORGE’S LANE ~ HOME IS ON THE LEFT CORNER OF THE CUL DE SAC.
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