47838 Bear Rd
Altoona, FL 32702
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,152 sqft (on 0.33 acres)
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,152 sqft
(on 0.33 acres)
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ATTENTION CASH BUYERS!!! Awesome Affordable Handyman Special in Outstanding Ocala National Forest location!! Just 10 minutes from the famous crystal clear PADI diving destination of Alexander Springs offering canoeing on sparkling 6+ mile Alexander Run! Visibility in these 72 degree year-round springs is an average of 91-100 feet deep in a pool area of approximately 300 feet across. Lounge in the sun on the sandy beach, or enjoy swimming, snorkeling, canoeing, picnicking and hiking with a lovely campground nearby. Put your design and construction skills to good use and create the perfect home or vacation, hunter's, hiker's or birdwatchers retreat in this beautiful National Treasure. There is a spacious location for your boat, camper or RV parking right on the property, and NO HOA! The spacious 2-story outbuilding could potentially be converted to a bunkhouse or guest apartment, or the downstairs rec room area may work to create a small stable for your horse. You are literally surrounded with riding and hiking trails. Work on special projects in the downstairs enclosed workshop. There is plenty of space for a game room or storage, and a large room for multiple uses upstairs. A small block building on the property provides hookups for a washer and dryer. This home is tucked away on a dead-end road that backs up to Forest woodlands and offers serenity & privacy. The perimeter is fenced and the double lot provides plenty of space for family and friends to get together for gatherings and BBQ's. The Living/Dining Room combination has 2 6' sliding glass doors that invite nature indoors and lead out to the backyard which overlooks and join Forest lands. The owner's suite has it's own entrance and has a large dressing room/closet area and a built in shower in the bath. The Kitchen and hall bath have had some upgrades. There are some nice features including formal dining room China Cabinet built-ins with lots of storage and glass shelving, a wide, foyer-style entry at Kitchen and large pantry closet. Home has Large Master BR Suite with two closets, dressing area and private bath. The yard is beautiful with vegetation that provide privacy and open space to add a garden or deck. There are many wheelchair accessible features including ramps, wide hallways and open bath. There is a detached block Laundry/Well house building and perimeter chain link fencing. There is an additional metal shed for lawn care equipment storage behind the barn. Don't miss your opportunity to pick up one of the last affordable dwellings in this red hot real estate market. Many of the local residents in this area have spent the bulk of their lives here enjoying the quiet serenity of this tropical Florida oasis! Nearby Altoona provides some unique crossroads shopping and a brand new Dollar General store. Charming Umatilla - known as the "Gateway to the Ocala National Forest" is just a 10 minute drive and provides shopping, dining, lovely parks, boat ramps and recreational options. Hurry and come take a look and bring your imagination and creative ideas for transforming this property into the perfect retreat!
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Home Details for 47838 Bear Rd
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Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, ElectricAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Floors: Tile, Carpet, Linoleum Vinyl |
Interior Details Types of Rooms: Dining Room |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: MetalExterior: Wood, MetalFoundation Type: Piers |
Parking & Garage Parking Spaces: 2Parking: Carport |
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Year Built Year Built: 1973 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: Mobile Manufactured |
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Price Price Per Sqft: $52/sqft |
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Units in Building: 1 |
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Lot Area: 0.33 acres |
Price History for 47838 Bear Rd
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 02/20/2026 | $60,000 | Sold | N/A |
| 12/30/2020 | $46,000 | Sold | N/A |
| 12/09/2020 | $54,900 | Pending | Agent Provided |
| 11/27/2020 | $54,900 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 04/25/2008 | $32,500 | Sold | N/A |
Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2025 |
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| Tax | $1,484 |
| Assessment | $52,115 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 47838 Bear Rd
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.27 | Mobile / Manufactured | $15,000 | 04/02/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,344 | |
0.74 | Mobile / Manufactured | $155,000 | 07/29/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,152 | |
0.56 | Mobile / Manufactured | $103,000 | 11/20/25 | 2 | 2 | 784 | |
0.13 | Mobile / Manufactured | $24,000 | 02/26/26 | 2 | 1 | 813 | |
0.72 | Mobile / Manufactured | $50,600 | 04/13/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,968 | |
0.93 | Mobile / Manufactured | $195,000 | 03/06/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,056 | |
1.34 | Mobile / Manufactured | $33,100 | 10/15/25 | 2 | 2 | 972 | |
1.17 | Mobile / Manufactured | $224,000 | 05/30/25 | 3 | 2 | 960 | |
1.14 | Mobile / Manufactured | $218,000 | 11/04/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,360 |
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What Locals Say about Altoona
At least 2 Trulia users voted on each feature.
100 % Say yards are well-kept
100 % Say parking is easy
75 % Say car is needed
71 % Say it's quiet
67 % Say kids play outside
67 % Say there's holiday spirit
57 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
55 % Say neighbors are friendly
50 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
50 % Say there's wildlife
40 % Say people would walk alone at night
25 % Say it's dog friendly
17 % Say streets are well-lit
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Homes for rent near 47838 Bear Rd
Off Market Homes Near 47838 Bear Rd
47838 Bear Rd, Altoona, FL 32702 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,152 sqft mobile/manufactured built in 1973. This property is not currently available for sale. 47838 Bear Rd was last sold on Feb 20, 2026 for $60,000. The current Trulia Estimate for 47838 Bear Rd is $59,700.

