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20840 Chestnut Street, Dunnellon, FL 34431

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4 Beds
2 Baths
1,686 Sq Ft

Historic Dunnellon Home Near Rainbow River offers the rare opportunity to own a piece of Old Florida history while enjoying proximity to world-class springs & natural beauty: Built in the 1900's, this two-story residence exudes timeless character & old-world charm on a generous .43-acre lot, just moments from the crystal-clear waters of the renowned Rainbow River & the Withlacoochee River. This is a unique chance to preserve & personalize a historic four-bedroom home that welcomes you with authentic architectural details that celebrate it's rich heritage. Original hardwood floors flow throughout, telling stories of over a century of memories. Distinctive walls & shiplap ceilings add texture & period-authentic appeal, with 2 ornamental fireplaces serving as stunning focal points that capture the home's historic essence. The home welcomes you with columns and a covered front porch, you enter a large great room which reveals the historic charm of the home with the focal point being one of two ornamental fireplaces, walk thru the arch to the bright open kitchen, laundry area & access to the downstairs bathroom & bedroom. The homes bonus room is off of the other downstairs bedroom & walk in closet. The access to the covered back porch invites you to the privacy of the .43 acres that is fully fenced. The back yard host a carriage house with a cement slab, ideal location for a workshop, she shed etc. The upstairs host the other 2 bedrooms & full bathrm. The front bedroom houses the 2nd ornamental fireplace. Both bedrooms have well sized closets. The home has a new metal roof, some windows, HVAC has been added and maintained. The front porch calls for sweet tea & rocking chairs, large back yard open for family/friends and 4-legged family to enjoy the outdoors. Wonderful location to antique shops, restaurants plus 1/2 mile from the public boat ramp with access to the Withlacoochee & Rainbow River, 1 mile to Blue Run Park with trails following both rivers' edges, the trail goes all the way to Tampa. The home is within 20 minutes to the World Equestrian Center & 30 minutes to Ocala. The Gulf of Mexico is 15 minutes' drive. Convenient to I-75/Veterans Highway leading to Orlando & Tampa areas. This home has over 100 years of memories made and is ready to add more memories. The home is in the Dunnellon Historic District, zoned Residential Business Office giving Buyers a unique opportunity. The City of Dunnellon, has limited grants for this district up to $5,000, call the City of Dunnellon's community development department for details. The home is being sold "AS IS" with a hundred plus years of being lived in and loved.

Listing By: Valerie Porter-Hanchar - Bricks & Mortar Real Estate flcitrus Realty.com
  • MLS# 849985
  • Date Listed11/14/2025
  • Days on Realty 12 Days
  • Bedrooms 4
  • Bathrooms 2 Full baths
  • Lot Size 0.43 acres (18,731 sq. ft)
  • Sewer Public Sewer
  • Subdivision Town of Dunnellon
  • Property Type Single Family
  • County Marion
  • Year Built 1910
  • Water Public
  • Square Feet 1,686 sq. ft
  • Price Per Sq. Ft $139.38

Interior Features

  • Appliances Dishwasher, Electric Oven
  • Flooring Tile, Wood
  • Cooling Central Air
  • Heating Central, Electric

Exterior / Lot Features

  • Exterior Storage, Workshop
  • Roof Metal
  • Lot Size Acres 0.43
  • Lot Size SQFT 18,730.80
  • Lot Features Cleared, Landscaped, Level, Wooded

Directions

From BAM office in Dunnellon, take W. Pennsylvania Ave., turn Right onto Cedar St., turn Left onto Chestnut St. Home on Left.

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount $775
  • Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Nearby Schools

Source: School Digger

Dunnellon Elementary School

Public • PK - 5 • Serves this home

4.45 mi

Distance

Citrus Springs Elementary School

Public • PK - 5

7.43 mi

Distance

Dunnellon Middle School

Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home

0.33 mi

Distance

Dunnellon High School

Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home

4.96 mi

Distance

Sales & Tax History

Source: Public Records

Population & Environment

Source: Sperling's Best Places

Walkability in FL / 34431

Source: Walkscore

40/100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score ®

27/100

Bikable

Bike Score ®

Overview

Most errands require a car. It is possible to get on a bus. Minimal bike infrastructure.

Walkability averages in the surrounding area

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 4/100, Transit Score: 0/100, Bike Score: 24/100.

Property Change History

Points of Interest near 20840 Chestnut Street, Dunnellon, FL 34431

Frequently Asked Questions for 20840 Chestnut Street

Source: Realty.com

20840 Chestnut Street, Dunnellon, FL 34431 is a Single Family 1,686 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 62 photos available of this 4 bed, 2 bath house, listed at $235,000. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com

Realty.com has 62 photos of 20840 Chestnut Street.

Our records indicate that 20840 Chestnut Street was built in 1910.

The full address for this home is 20840 Chestnut Street, Dunnellon, FL 34431.

20840 Chestnut Street has been listed on Realty.com since Fri November 14, 2025

Most errands require a car. It is possible to get on a bus. Minimal bike infrastructure.

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 4/100, Transit Score: 0/100, Bike Score: 24/100.

There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 20840 Chestnut Street. Dunnellon Elementary School (Grades: PK - 5), Dunnellon Middle School (Grades: 6 - 8), Dunnellon High School (Grades: 9 - 12)

Listing provided courtesy of: Bricks & Mortar Real Estate (tel: 352-519-1888)
Listing agent: Valerie Porter-hanchar (tel: 352-362-2107) (#portva8)

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