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$798,900

11978 CLIMBING FERN AVENUE, RIVERVIEW, FL 33579

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Active11 days on market

Beds

6

Baths

6

Sq Ft

5,002 sq ft

Year Built

2019

Lot Size

0.26 acres

Garage

3

About This Property

Virtually Staged. Welcome to your dream home in the heart of Riverview!! This is the best overall value for an estate home anywhere near this price, period! Located in Waterleaf's gated community, this 6-bedroom, 6-bathroom, 3-car garage, 2-story home offers approximately 5,000 sq ft of living space, a private pool, and a convenient location situated on a larger corner lot. VA ASSUMABLE LOAN AVAILABLE. Seller requires an eligible VA buyer with sufficient entitlement to complete a Substitution of Entitlement. Ask for details. This home has multiple en suites with full bathrooms located downstairs for multigenerational living. The home was designed for growing families that love to entertain. As you step inside the gracious double-door entry, you'll be captivated by the open floor plan that seamlessly connects the living, dining, and kitchen areas, with the outdoor covered lanai. On the main floor, you have your open kitchen/living room concept, formal dining room, office, large walk-in pantry, butler area with wine cooler, bedroom and full bath, plus private guest quarters with its own bathroom and separate pool/backyard entrance for visitors or multi-generational living. The main level also features a private home office—perfect for remote work, study, or a quiet retreat. Near the home office is another full-size bathroom for added convenience. Upstairs, you'll find your family room/loft, four bedrooms, four full baths, and a large laundry room with a wash sink and washer/dryer. Your ensuite master bedroom includes double vanities, large walk-in closets, a glass shower, and a separate jacuzzi spa tub. Step outside and you'll find paradise featuring a pristine private screened pool and covered lanai. New backyard privacy fence to be professionally installed before closing and new updated landscaping just installed! The large corner lot offers extra room for outdoor activities! This exquisite home also offers a central vac cleaning system, reverse osmosis drinking water, whole-house water softener, and a pre-wired security system. Nestled in the highly desired Waterleaf community, featuring a clubhouse, sports lots/fields, playgrounds, dog parks, resort-style pool, tiki huts & cabanas, and walking/jogging trails. Close to shopping, restaurants, I-4, and I-275 for a quick commute to Downtown Tampa, Clearwater & St. Petersburg, boasting Florida's most famous beaches.

Property Overview

Property TypeResidential
Sub TypeSingle Family Residence
MLS #TB8555014
StatusActive
Year Built2019
Total Rooms15
ConstructionBlock, Stucco
RoofTile
FoundationSlab
FacesNorth
SubdivisionWATERLEAF PH 4A-2 4A-3 &
CountyHillsborough
OwnershipFee Simple

Interior Features

InteriorCentral Vacuum, Eating Space In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Walk-In Closet(s)
FlooringCarpet, Tile
AppliancesBuilt-In Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator
LaundryInside, Laundry Room
CoolingCentral Air
HeatingCentral

Exterior & Lot

ExteriorIrrigation System, Sidewalk, Sliding Doors
Lot Size0.26 acres (11,202 sq ft)
Lot FeaturesCorner Lot, Landscaped, Oversized Lot
Road SurfacePaved

Pool & Spa

Private PoolYes
Pool FeaturesIn Ground, Screen Enclosure

Utilities

WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer
UtilitiesCable Available, Electricity Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

Parking

GarageYes (3 spaces)

HOA & Community

HOAYes
HOA Fee$243 / Quarterly
Senior CommunityNo

Financial Details

List Price$798,900
Annual Taxes$18,419 (2025)
FinancingAssumable, Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
ZoningPD
Parcel #U103120B0P00001500001.0

Directions

Big Bend E, right on Waterleaf Vista, roundabout to right on Cross Vine, left on Climbing Fern.

Location

11978 CLIMBING FERN AVENUE, RIVERVIEW, FL 33579

Listing Information

OfficeRE/MAX CHAMPIONS
ListedOctober 6, 2026

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Home Price

$798,900

20% ($159,780)
6.75%

Loan Term

Principal & Interest$4,145
Property Tax (est.)$732
Insurance (est.)$150
Total Monthly$5,028
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How to Buy This Home

Multiple financing options available for this $798,900 home in RIVERVIEW.

🏛️

FHA Loan

$27,962 Down

Government-backed, low down payment. Credit scores as low as 580.

🎖️

VA Loan

$0 Down

Zero down for eligible veterans, active duty, and military families.

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Conventional

$39,945 Down

Traditional financing. As low as 3-5% down with good credit.

Florida Down Payment Assistance Programs

You may qualify for up to $35,000 in assistance to cover your down payment and closing costs.

Florida Hometown Heroes

Up to $35,000

First-time buyers working in FL

FL Assist

Up to $10,000

FHA, VA, or USDA borrowers

FL HLP Second Mortgage

Up to $10,000

First-time buyers, 0% deferred

Hillsborough County SHIP

Varies

Income-qualifying Hillsborough residents

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