288 NE 899TH STREET, OLD TOWN, FL, 32680
Active97 days on marketListed Apr 30, 2026MLS #GC539953
About this home
288 NE 899TH STREET
One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Unique 2BR/3BA home on 13+ private acres near the Suwannee River, offering the perfect blend of space, comfort, and country living! This one-of-a-kind property features a full basement with bonus space downstairs, ideal for a game room, guest area, home office, or additional living quarters. Inside, you’ll find a spacious living room with a beautiful fireplace and a built-in rotisserie grill on the back side—perfect for entertaining. The enclosed porch includes a designated space for a hot tub, creating your own relaxing retreat. All three bathrooms have been tastefully remodeled, and major updates include a newer HVAC system, hot water heater, and septic (2022), plus a roof less than 10 years old. Additional features include a storage area and a dedicated potting room for gardening enthusiasts. The 13+ acres are beautifully wooded, offering privacy, abundant wildlife, and room for recreation, animals, or future expansion. Conveniently located just 10 minutes to local elementary school, shopping, and restaurants, and approximately 30 minutes to the Gulf for fishing, boating, and coastal adventures. This property is ideal for full-time living, a private retreat, or investment opportunity—don’t miss your chance to own a slice of Old Florida!
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
3,042
Sqft
13.19 ac
Lot size
1984
Year built
Multi/Split
Levels
$108
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record — not generic estimates.
$2,586 /mo · 3.5% down FHA, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
FHA is the default here because it gets you in the door with just 3.5% down. Switch to Conventional or VA below.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
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Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$2,586/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. Your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
Value check
Is the price right?
The internet’s favorite home-value number comes from a single automated model that has never seen the street, the finishes, or the view — which is why it routinely misses by tens of thousands of dollars. The edgeAI estimate combines multiple independent data sources with our team’s on-the-ground expertise in this exact market.
$/sqft vs NA
$108 vs $287
Days on market
97 vs 34 typical
Where $108/sqft sits among the 126 homes for sale in NA
The edgeAI estimate is a starting point, not an appraisal or a broker price opinion. It is generated from public records, listing data and market modeling, and is subject to change once a licensed real estate professional personally inspects the property. Condition, floor, view and lot are not fully captured by any model — ask us for a full comparative market analysis.
Where it sits
Inside Old Town
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OLD TOWN 32680 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
10,445
Median age
51.5
Median income
$47,547
Median home value
$95,300
Avg household
2.54
Households w/ children
951
For the school run
Dixie County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Old Town market
$198K → $250K
Old Town median sold, yr/yr
94.2%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
57 of 126
NA have cut their price
Median sold price, Old Town, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 164% above the OLD TOWN 32680 median. See the full Old Town market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 288 NE 899TH STREET
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Dec ’25$800,000
1751 SW 54TH COURT · same community
5 bd · 2.5 ba · 3,021 sqft · $265/sqft · 108 DOM
Sold · Jul ’26$1,100,000
17345 SWEETWATER ROAD · same community
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,573 sqft · $428/sqft · 21 DOM
Sold · Feb ’26$167,000
Carr 681 kM.HM 11.7 BO. ISLOTE SEC MELILLA · same community
3 bd · 1 ba · 3,514 sqft · $48/sqft · 27 DOM
Closed-sale data from the MLS, last 12 months, selected for similarity in size and location. No two homes are identical — ask us for a full comparative analysis.
Your home team
The pros in your corner
Buying a home is two conversations — the home and the money. Here’s who handles each, side by side, already working together.
Your agent
David Ramirez
Real Estate Agent · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 288 NE 899TH STREET — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 288 NE 899TH STREET — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
288 NE 899TH STREET FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 288 NE 899TH STREET?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $2,586/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
What are the property taxes on 288 NE 899TH STREET?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $4,048. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
Are pets allowed at 288 NE 899TH STREET?+
The listing reports pets: Yes. Communities often layer on breed or weight rules — we'll verify the specifics with the association before you commit.
How does the price compare to other homes in Old Town?+
At $330,000, this home is listed about 40% above the Old Town median of $234,950. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 288 NE 899TH STREET?+
Old Town Elementary School (elementary), Dixie County High School (high), James M. Anderson Elementary School (elementary) — Dixie County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Three things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$330,000 runs 164% above the OLD TOWN 32680 median — but at 3,042 sqft it's also nearly twice the size of the typical Old Town listing.
02Time on market is leverage
97 days on market against a Old Town median of 34 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
03Strong assigned schools
Old Town Elementary School, Dixie County High School, James M. Anderson Elementary School — Old Town Elementary School rates 4 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
Keep looking
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Listing courtesy of JIM KING REALTY, INC. · Melanie Hutchison. MLS #GC539953.
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