18145 GREAT BLUE HERON DRIVE, GROVELAND, FL, 34736
Active4 days on marketListed Aug 6, 2026MLS #G5116078
About this home
18145 GREAT BLUE HERON DRIVE
Welcome to your own private retreat in the sought-after Great Blue Heron Estates community! This 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom, 2,621 sq ft estate — plus a large dedicated office — sits on a full acre and was custom-built in 2019 by Leading Edge. It's an entertainer's dream: the fully screened-in outdoor oasis features a HEATED SALT WATER pool and slide, a PUTTING GREEN, and an OUTDOOR KITCHEN, all designed for effortless indoor-outdoor living and unforgettable gatherings.This home has a brand-new 2026 HVAC system, a generator-ready prewire for peace of mind year-round, and a spacious home office ideal for remote work or a quiet study. The oversized 3-car garage with epoxy flooring, offering ample room for vehicles, toys, and storage.Set among rolling hills and mature landscaping in one of Groveland's most established acreage communities, enjoy low HOA dues and easy access to SR-50, SR-19, SR-33, and the Florida Turnpike. Zoned for Lake County Schools.This is resort-style living at home. Schedule your private showing today! There are VIRTUALLY STAGED PHOTOS in this listing.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
4
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2,621
Sqft
1 ac
Lot size
3
Garage
2019
Year built
One
Levels
$334
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 and the real association fee — not generic estimates.
$6,023 /mo · 10% down Conventional, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
Above the FHA loan limit for our service areas, so Conventional is the default. VA buyers: switch below — $0 down.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Run your own numbers
FHA isn’t available at this price — the loan would exceed the $541,287 FHA limit for our service areas.
Estimated payment
$6,023/mo
Includes estimated PMI — it drops off once you reach 20% equity. 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 Groveland actives
$334 vs $200
Days on market
4 vs 47 typical
Where $334/sqft sits among the 225 Groveland actives
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.
The investor lens
Two ways this home pays
This home sits inside Blue Heron Vacation Condos, a community zoned to allow true short-term rentals — so it can earn as a nightly rental or a traditional lease. Here’s how the two paths compare.
Short-term rental
Zoned & eligible
Projected nightly rate, occupancy and annual revenue for this exact home.
Long-term rental
$2,369/mo median
Live Groveland rental listing data — this home’s rate depends on size, condition and furnishing.
Where it sits
Inside Blue Heron Vacation Condos
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Blue Heron Vacation Condos is a short-term-rental community. See the full guide →
The numbers that matter
The Groveland market
$378K → $405K
Groveland median sold, yr/yr
98.5%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
113 of 225
Groveland actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Groveland, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 119% above the Groveland median. See the full Groveland market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 18145 GREAT BLUE HERON DRIVE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Jul ’26$685,000
18139 GREAT BLUE HERON DRIVE · same community
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 3,592 sqft · $191/sqft · 317 DOM
Sold · Feb ’26$476,117
441 SUNBROOK DRIVE
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,566 sqft · $186/sqft · 0 DOM
Sold · Aug ’25$425,000
7339 CAPSTONE DRIVE
5 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,516 sqft · $169/sqft · 6 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
John Carpenter
CFO/Broker · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 18145 GREAT BLUE HERON DRIVE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 18145 GREAT BLUE HERON DRIVE — before you fall in love.
See it in person
Schedule a tour
Live availability from John's calendar — pick a time and it's booked. Confirmation lands in your inbox immediately.
Straight answers
18145 GREAT BLUE HERON DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 18145 GREAT BLUE HERON DRIVE?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $6,023/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $61/mo association fee 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.
How much are the HOA fees at 18145 GREAT BLUE HERON DRIVE?+
The association fee works out to $61 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 18145 GREAT BLUE HERON DRIVE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $9,028. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
Can 18145 GREAT BLUE HERON DRIVE be rented short-term?+
Yes — this home sits inside Blue Heron Vacation Condos, a community zoned to allow short-term rentals. Nightly-rental income could change the math on this purchase entirely; request a free rental income analysis and our team will prepare projections for this exact home.
Are pets allowed at 18145 GREAT BLUE HERON DRIVE?+
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 Groveland?+
At $875,000, this home is listed about 119% above the Groveland median of $398,995. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
The brief
Four things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$875,000 runs 119% above the Groveland median — but at 2,621 sqft it's also 35% larger than the typical Groveland listing.
02Zoned for nightly rentals
Blue Heron Vacation Condos is one of the communities zoned to allow true short-term rentals — nightly income could change the math on this purchase entirely. Ask for the free rental analysis below.
03Your own pool
A private pool — the feature Florida buyers ask for first, already in the ground and included in the price.
04Fresh on the market
Only 4 days on market in a Groveland market that averages 47 — if it fits, move quickly.
Keep looking
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Listing courtesy of SELLSTATE INNOVATION REALTY · April Stevenson. MLS #G5116078.
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