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5188 Holly Fern Trce, Tallahassee, FL, 32312

3beds
3baths
2,447sqft
$599,900
$245price/sqft
$4,175/moest. monthly cost
$167,000/yrincome needed

About This Home

Welcome to desirable Ox Bottom Crest—where timeless charm meets modern luxury, efficiency, and peace of mind in the heart of Northeast Tallahassee. Perfectly located near top-rated schools, parks, shopping, and restaurants, this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers 2,447 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, 8' doors throughout, and exceptional architectural detail. From the inviting rocking chair front porch to the light-filled interior, every space feels warm, elegant, and welcoming. The split-bedroom floor plan includes a private office, spacious open-concept great room living, and a stunning sunroom overlooking the fenced backyard and patio—perfect for relaxing or entertaining year-round. An irrigation system helps keep the landscaping lush and beautiful with ease. The gourmet kitchen is truly the heart of the home, featuring a large island with bar seating, 5x10 pantry, abundant workspace, and seamless flow into the expansive dining and family rooms. Soaring volume ceilings with double trey accents and ambient lighting create a sophisticated yet comfortable atmosphere throughout. Retreat to the oversized primary suite complete with a luxurious spa-inspired bath and an enormous 13x16 walk-in closet that is sure to impress. Thoughtfully updated throughout with newer components, this home is completely move-in ready and meticulously maintained. Adding tremendous value and efficiency, the home is equipped with a fully paid-for 11.2 kWh solar system paired with 2 Tesla power walls, providing stored backup energy during outages while helping keep utility costs remarkably low. Offering the perfect combination of location, luxury, and smart energy living, this exceptional turn-key Ox Bottom Crest home is an outstanding opportunity.

Getting Around

3
WalkingCar-Dependent
17
TransitMinimal Transit
27
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

9/10
8/10
Deerlake Middle SchoolGrades 6-84.7 mi
7/10
Lawton Chiles High SchoolGrades 9-122.7 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 2017

Materials

  • Construction materials: Fiber Cement

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Craftsman,One Story,Traditional
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Disposal,Ice Maker,Microwave,Oven,Range,Refrigerator

Bedroom2

  • Dimensions: 13x14

Bedroom3

  • Dimensions: 11x14

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Full bathrooms: 2
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1

Dining Room

  • Dimensions: 14x12

Family Room

  • Dimensions: 12x12

Features

  • Tray Ceiling(s),Garden Tub/Roman Tub,High Ceilings,Stall Shower,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Window Treatments,Entrance Foyer,Pantry,Sun Room,Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Flooring: Hardwood,Tile
  • Fireplace features: Gas
  • Fireplace: Yes

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Central,Electric,Fireplace(s),Heat Pump
  • Cooling features: Central Air,Ceiling Fan(s),Electric,Heat Pump

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 2,447
  • Total interior livable area: 2,447 sqft

Kitchen

  • Dimensions: 17x14

Living Room

  • Dimensions: 20x20

Master Bedroom

  • Dimensions: 15x18

Other

  • Dimensions: 14x10

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 12073142831 G0020
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Stories: 1
  • Patio & porch: Covered,Patio,Porch
  • Exterior features: Fully Fenced
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: None

Lot

  • Lot size: 6,098 sqft
  • Lot size dimensions: 61 x 100 x 62 x 100

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Garage,Two Car Garage
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveRelatively High
  • Hurricane
    HurricaneRelatively High
  • Tornado
    TornadoRelatively High
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate
  • Wildfire
    WildfireModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Cold Wave
Hurricane
Tornado
Heat Wave
Inland Flooding
Strong Wind
Wildfire

FEMA Declared Disasters in Leon County and Florida

Coastal Storm
Flood
Hurricane
Severe Storm
Straight Line Winds
Tornado
Tropical Depression
Tropical Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $3,033$36,396
Home Insurance *$366$4,392
Property Taxes $530$6,360
Electricity $246$2,955
Total$4,175$50,100
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$143,142/yr
40% on housing$125,250/yr
45% on housing$111,333/yr

Florida FAIR Plan Programs

Citizens Property Insurance Corporation [Florida]

Covered
WildfireWildfire
HailHail
WindWind
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Current Policies
Residential: 1,321,953Commercial: 13,564
Total Premiums$4.60B
Total Exposure$385.82B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 14.3%
14.3%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 2.2%
2.2%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 0.9%
0.9%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$245This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 32312$244
Leon County$178

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 32312$226
Leon County$200

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-05-08Listed for sale$625,000
2017-02-27Sold$394,832
2016-10-07Sold$70,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentJoann Y Jacobs
BrokerageColdwell Banker Hartung

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