$700,000
SOLD SEP 30, 2025

19861 N River Rd Alva, FL 33920

2 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,148 Sq Ft
5.85 Acres

Recently Sold

$326 Per Sq Ft

12% Below List Price

162 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Barn
  • RV Access or Parking
  • 5.85 Acre Lot
  • Horses Allowed On Property
  • Pond View
  • Maid or Guest Quarters

About This Home

As of September 2025

Escape to your own peaceful retreat with this charming two-story Furnished LOG CABIN situated on just under 6 acres of pristine land. TWO extra rooms off the back can be used as 3rd and 4th bedrooms or dual home offices.Perfect for horse lovers, outdoor enthusiasts, or those seeking a tranquil country lifestyle. As you pull up to the gate, you will see the spacious fenced pasture including TWO beautiful fishing ponds, oak trees, 40x60 detached garage/workshop with BUILT in LIVING SUITE/APARTMENT including a bedroom, and plenty of parking on new asphalt driveway. The log home features many luxurious upgrades, Rustic maintained log interior walls & wood floors throughout, large living room with cozy wood burning fireplace for those cooler evenings. Upstairs features two bedrooms & master bath. Crawl space under the home was professionally encapsulated. You’ll love relaxing on the front porch, the side deck and even the newly added deck off the garage. Both HVAC systems in main home have recently been replaced. Schedule your private showing today. This is a one of a kind home you don't want to miss.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Stacy Gutierrez

Hamilton Franklin Realty LLC License #258021183 Listed on: 04/21/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Jayme Bartling

John R Wood Properties License #249526626

John R Wood Properties

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,023

Year Built

  • Built in 1984

Lot Details

  • 5.85 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 524 x 634 x 323 x 634
  • South Facing Home
  • Fenced
  • Property is zoned AG-2

Parking

  • 3 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Guest Parking
  • RV Access or Parking
  • Golf Cart Parking

Home Design

  • Metal Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,148 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Furnished
  • Fireplace
  • Single Hung Windows
  • French Doors
  • Open Floorplan
  • Home Office
  • Workshop
  • Wood Flooring
  • Pond Views
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Double Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Maid or Guest Quarters
  • Dual Sinks
  • Shower Only
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Open Patio
  • Fire Pit
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Cooling System Powered By Gas
  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Well
  • Water Purifier
  • Water Softener
  • Septic Tank
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Barn
  • Horses Allowed On Property

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 104 / 3
  • Assessor Parcel Number 17-43-27-00-00003.1040

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Association fees include trash
  • Alva Subdivision

Amenities

  • Guest Suites
  • Community Storage Space

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,023

Year Built

Built in 1984

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Horses: Yes
  • Lot Size Acres: 5.848
  • Lot Size: 524 x 634 x 323 x 634
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Ownership: Single Family
  • Subdivision Name: ALVA
  • Directions: via FL-31 S and FL-78 E/N River Rd
  • Architectural Style: Two Story
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • Building Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1984
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Furnished: Furnished
  • Private Spa: No
  • Appliances: Double Oven, Dryer, Dishwasher, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener, Water Purifier
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Door Features: French Doors
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Bar, Dual Sinks, Eat-in Kitchen, Family/Dining Room, French Door(s)/Atrium Door(s), Fireplace, Living/Dining Room, Pantry, Shower Only, Separate Shower, Cable TV, Window Treatments, Home Office, Workshop
  • Living Area: 2148.0
  • Dining Room Type: Bathroom, Den, Family Room, Guest Quarters, Office, Workshop
  • Stories: 2
  • Window Features: Single Hung, Window Coverings

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Multiple lots, Pond on Lot
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Landscaped, Pond
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: None
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disclosures: Familial Relation, Seller Disclosure
  • Construction Type: Other
  • Direction Faces: South
  • Exterior Features: Fence, Fire Pit, None, Room For Pool
  • Other Structures: Barn(s), Outbuilding
  • Patio And Porch Features: Open, Porch
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Roof: Metal

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 3.0
  • Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Detached, Garage, Golf Cart Garage, Guest, Paved, RV Access/Parking, Two Spaces, Garage Door Opener

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Inside
  • Security: None, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric, Gas
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cable Available, High Speed Internet Available
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Amenities: Guest Suites, Storage
  • Association: No
  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Trash

Lot Info

  • Horse Amenities: Horses Allowed
  • Parcel #: 17-43-27-00-00003.1040
  • Zoning Description: AG-2

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 6022.94
  • Tax Block: 3
  • Tax Lot: 104
  • Tax Year: 2024

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 21, 2025
Closed on
Sep 30, 2025
Sold by
Hickrod Keith and Wood Lori
Bought by
Bartling Arlan and Bartling Joy
Seller's Agent
Stacy Gutierrez
Hamilton Franklin Realty LLC
Buyer's Agent
Jayme Bartling
John R Wood Properties
List Price
$799,000
Sold Price
$700,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$99,000
-12.39%
Views
49

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-5.35%
Original Mortgage
$560,000
Outstanding Balance
$560,000
Interest Rate
9.99%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$129,686

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 17, 2023
Closed on
Apr 28, 2023
Sold by
Mundo James and Mundo Brandy
Bought by
Hickrod Keith and Wood Lori
Seller's Agent
Mark Hetrick
List In MLS Realty, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Stacy Gutierrez
Hamilton Franklin Realty LLC
List Price
$699,000
Sold Price
$555,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$144,000
-20.6%
Views
130

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.02%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 12, 2016
Closed on
Mar 11, 2016
Sold by
Rademakers Virginia G
Bought by
Mundo James and Mundo Brandy
Seller's Agent
Mark Hetrick
List In MLS Realty, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Mark Hetrick
List In MLS Realty, LLC
List Price
$270,000
Sold Price
$260,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-3.7%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.09%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 3, 2013
Sold by
Calandro Michael A and Calandro Mary A
Bought by
Rademakers Virginia G

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 29, 2003
Sold by
Calandro Joseph and Calandro Ruth E
Bought by
Calandro Michael A and Calandro Mary A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$275,000
Interest Rate
6.13%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 22, 2001
Sold by
Stepien Barbara A and Lowman Barbara A
Bought by
Calandro Joseph and Calandro Ruth E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$274,400
Interest Rate
7.44%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $700,000 Cape Coral Title
Warranty Deed $555,000 Private Client Title & Escrow
Warranty Deed $260,000 Mls Title Llc
Warranty Deed $182,000 Attorney
Warranty Deed $135,000 --
Warranty Deed $305,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $560,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $275,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $274,400 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
10/04/2025 10/04/25 Off Market $700,000 -- --
09/30/2025 09/30/25 Sold $700,000 -6.7% $326 / Sq Ft
09/30/2025 09/30/25 Pending -- -- --
06/14/2025 06/14/25 Price Changed $750,000 -6.1% $349 / Sq Ft
04/21/2025 04/21/25 For Sale $799,000 +44.0% $372 / Sq Ft
04/28/2023 04/28/23 Sold $555,000 -7.5% $258 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/28/2023 04/28/23 Pending -- -- --
04/08/2023 04/08/23 Price Changed $600,000 -11.1% $279 / Sq Ft
03/04/2023 03/04/23 Price Changed $675,000 -3.4% $314 / Sq Ft
02/17/2023 02/17/23 For Sale $699,000 +168.8% $325 / Sq Ft
02/12/2016 02/12/16 Sold $260,000 -3.7% $109 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
02/12/2016 02/12/16 For Sale $270,000 -- $113 / Sq Ft
Source: Florida Gulf Coast Multiple Listing Service

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $6,023 $457,406 -- --
2024 $6,023 $429,690 $343,939 $68,907
2023 $2,553 $192,036 $0 $0
2022 $2,674 $185,996 $0 $0
2021 $2,611 $265,718 $212,420 $53,298
2020 $2,486 $178,086 $0 $0
2019 $2,430 $174,082 $0 $0
2018 $2,422 $170,836 $0 $0
2017 $2,410 $167,322 $0 $0
2016 $3,872 $256,349 $81,055 $175,294
2015 $3,679 $231,107 $71,500 $159,607
2014 $3,118 $175,699 $65,962 $109,737
2013 -- $159,165 $57,857 $101,308
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Florida Gulf Coast Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 225038043

Florida Gulf Coast Multiple Listing Service

APN: 17-43-27-00-00003.1040