Description of 9284 Nw County Road 225, Starke - MLS# 2161542
Comfortable Living and a Fully
Working Farm on 127 acres. Home on 6 acres plus separate 121-tract, for 127 total
acres. Deeded access from County Road 225 to the 121-acre tract is provided
from the homesite property. Approximately 2,215 SF brick home with 3 bedrooms,
2.5 baths and an attached two-car garage. The 2-car garage is equipped with a mini
split. Inside, you will find a warm and inviting interior highlighted by a wood
or gas fireplace. The modernized upgraded kitchen offers an open layout with granite countertops while a small office/flex room is currently used as a
butler pantry. A well-appointed utility room complete with a laundry sink and
custom-built cabinetry. Master suite offers a peaceful retreat with abundant
built-ins, a tray ceiling, and an upgraded bath featuring a walk-in shower and
linen tower. A large screened-in back porch overlooks the backyard setting and
is plumbed for a future sauna; separate plumbing behind the home is already in
place for an above-ground pool. Directly behind the home is a stocked
catfish pond with a cooling fountain, framed by very large, mature oaks. More
than 10 mature pecan trees enhance the front portion of the property, and
approximately one wooded acre at the rear adds privacy. The parcel is also well
equipped for livestock and storage. Approximately two acres are fenced for
animals and include a 55 x 40 steel pole barn with 12-foot shed-offs and eight
10 x 16 stalls. Additional improvements include a 24 x 44 wooden pole barn with
metal roof, an 8 x 40 insulated shipping container, two metal storage units,
and an upgraded 3-bedroom 2 bath 1996 double wide mobile home for extended
family, guests or rental potential. Recent improvements include a 30-year
shingle roof (4 yrs), HVAC (6 yrs), deep well 2.5 hp pump, water tank and sump
pump (2 yrs). Generac generator, two 250-gallon gas tanks and electric gate. The
farm designed for efficient livestock and equestrian operations. The property
is predominantly maintained pasture, with fenced and cross-fenced fields that
support practical rotational grazing and livestock management. This expansive
property offers the space, reliable infrastructure, and privacy to continue an
agricultural operation. A seasonal stream runs through the property when the
water table is high, complemented by four water holes, an active well supplying
multiple troughs, and an additional shallow well. Mature, wooded areas feature
hardwoods, cypress, and some pine, providing natural shade and a scenic setting
for livestock. The farm includes a 40' x 60' horse barn with rear metal
exterior doors for weather protection and rear clean-out access, eight 12' x
12' stalls, and two 12' x 16' rooms. The barn is equipped with water and
electricity throughout, and a concrete wash pad. A separate concrete building
provides climate-controlled tack and storage space. Built for cattle as well as
horses, the property includes a corral system for cows and calves with working
chutes. Starke offers Santa Fe Community College, and North Florida Technical
College. Public schooling includes two elementary schools and a high school,
along with several private school options. Starke offers small-town charm
through its Call Street Historic District, home to antique shops, restaurants,
Eugene L. Mathews Historical Museum housed in the old Bradford County
Courthouse. Jacksonville International Airport and Gainesville Municipal Airport,
UF Shands Hospital, Equestrians centers in both Ocala and Jacksonville just a
short drive. Don't wait to own this rare
opportunity. See MLS#2161530 for additional 122 acres.
