118 Darby DrivePalatka, FL 32177Price: $650,000

Welcome to your private slice of Old Florida living, where large acreage, agricultural flexibility, and peaceful country lifestyle come together on over 24 fully fenced acres. This turn-key 3-bedroom, 2-bath block home offers the perfect blend of comfort, functionality, and rural freedom. Inside, you'll find spacious bedrooms, abundant natural light, LVP flooring throughout, and a recently remodeled kitchen designed for both everyday living and entertaining. Outside is where this property truly shines. The fully fenced acreage features a beautiful mix of wooded and pasture areas, providing incredible versatility for agricultural use, cows, horses, recreation, gardening, or simply enjoying wide-open space and privacy. Property improvements include 4 stalls, chicken coop, auxiliary coop, storage shed, potting shed, mature fruit trees, vegetable gardens, and a paved covered back porch perfect for relaxing and taking in the peaceful surroundings. Additional highlights include a durable metal roof, two street access points, and potential parcel split opportunity with the ability to subdivide into two parcels (buyer to verify with county zoning/planning). The property currently benefits from Agricultural (Greenbelt) and Homestead Exemptions, which may provide significant property tax savings while maintaining favorable agricultural tax treatment through qualifying use. One of the property's strongest features is the rare combination of: large acreage, privacy, no dense neighboring development, room for outdoor recreation, and flexibility for country living Conveniently located with easy access to Gainesville, St. Augustine, and Ocala, this property offers the perfect balance of rural lifestyle and accessibility. Whether you're looking for a homestead, mini farm, recreational retreat, or long-term land investment, this property offers exceptional opportunity and flexibility.