5409 Essex Ct

$525,000

List price

Active · MLS MFRG5118222 · Listed by VANGIE BERRY SIGNATURE REALTY · 352-742-7355.

4Bedrooms

4Bathrooms

3,318Square feet

0.46Acres

THE SETTING, AND THE DETAILS

A closer look.

LAKEFRONT. POOL. PRIVACY. AND A TRUE CUSTOM HOME. Tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac in the desirable 55+ community of Royal Highlands, this impressive 3,318 sq. ft. custom home offers 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, a home office/bonus room, an oversized 3-bay garage and beautiful views of Lake Monarch. Major improvements include a NEW ROOF in 2025, TWO HVAC SYSTEMS replaced in 2020 & 2022, 8 NEW WINDOWS in 2026 plus 2 additional windows replaced in 2024. A transferable termite bond provides additional peace of mind. From the moment you enter, the spacious, open design draws your eye through the great room to the pool and sparkling lake beyond. Multiple pocket sliding doors open the living space to the screened pool and lanai, creating an exceptional setting for entertaining or simply enjoying peaceful Florida mornings and gorgeous sunrises over the water. The expansive great room features a gas fireplace surrounded by custom built-in display shelving. The bright, open kitchen offers newer appliances, abundant cabinetry and counter space, an extended breakfast bar and an enormous walk-in pantry. Just off the kitchen, a second large screened porch creates another inviting outdoor living and dining space overlooking the private backyard setting with mature oaks. The primary suite is truly unique, featuring generous closet space and separate his-and-hers bathrooms connected by a shared walk-through shower. Two guest bedrooms share a convenient Jack-and-Jill bath, while an additional guest bedroom provides flexibility for family and visitors. The light-filled office/bonus room enjoys beautiful views and could easily serve as a craft or hobby room. Even the oversized laundry room was designed with functionality in mind, offering extensive cabinetry, counter space and a utility sink. And then there’s the garage! The oversized 3-bay configuration includes dedicated golf cart space, an enclosed workshop and a rear roll-up door providing convenient access for lawn equipment and projects. Royal Highlands offers an active Florida lifestyle with indoor and outdoor pools, pickleball, tennis, softball, fitness and recreation facilities, clubs, entertainment, billiards, library and more. The community is also home to the Monarch Golf Club and its restaurant. With substantial recent improvements, exceptional indoor and outdoor living spaces, a private pool and a premium Lake Monarch setting, this is anything but the typical Florida home.

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The details that help you decide.

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Home essentials

Price per square foot: $158
Full bathrooms: 4
Half bathrooms: 0
Heated living area: 3318
Lot size (acres): 0.46
Lot size (sq ft): 19903
Year built: 1998
Property type: Residential
Property style: Not provided

Interior & rooms

Interior features: Ceiling Fans(s), High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Split Bedroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Washer
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Laminate
Additional rooms: Not provided

Land, water & community

Waterfront: No
Waterfront type: Not provided
Water body / lake name: Not provided
Water view: Not provided
Dock: Not provided
Dock features: Not provided
Other views: Water
Lot features: Cul-De-Sac, In County, Level, Paved, Private
Exterior features: Rain Gutters
Community amenities: Association Recreation - Owned, Buyer Approval Required, Clubhouse, Community Mailbox, Deed Restrictions, Fitness Center, Gated Community - Guard, Golf Carts OK, Golf, Pool, Restaurant, Tennis Court(s)
Zoning: PUD
Current use: Not provided
Horse amenities: Not provided
Fencing: Not provided
Other structures: Not provided

Pool, parking & systems

Private pool: Yes
Pool features: Heated, In Ground, Salt Water, Screen Enclosure
Garage: Yes
Garage spaces: 2
Carport: No
Carport spaces: Not provided
Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Golf Cart Garage, Oversized, Workshop in Garage
Fireplace: Yes
Fireplace features: Living Room
Heating: Central, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Water supply: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected

Construction

Construction materials: Block, Stucco
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Slab
Stories: 1
Levels: One

Location & schools

City: LEESBURG
Subdivision: ROYAL HIGHLANDS PH 01B
County: Lake
ZIP code: 34748
Elementary school: Not provided
Middle school: Not provided
High school: Not provided

Association, taxes & listing

HOA / association: Yes
Association fee: $229
Fee frequency: Monthly
Included services: Cable TV, Pool, Escrow Reserves Fund, Internet, Management, Private Road, Recreational Facilities
Association amenities: Cable TV, Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Gated, Golf Course, Pickleball Court(s), Pool, Recreation Facilities, Shuffleboard Court, Tennis Court(s)
Additional association fee: Not provided
Additional fee frequency: Not provided
Condo fee: Not provided
Condo fee frequency: Not provided
Annual property taxes: $4,665.66
Tax year: 2025
Other annual assessments: Not provided
CDD: No
Listing status: Active
Days on market: 6
Listing broker: VANGIE BERRY SIGNATURE REALTY
MLS number: MFRG5118222

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Listed by VANGIE BERRY SIGNATURE REALTY · MLS MFRG5118222
Source: mfrmls · Listing updated 2026-09-30 12:50:10 UTC.
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