Front elevation6496 W Richard Drive, Weeki Wachee, FL 34607
Sources: Stellar MLS (listings + 12-mo closed sales), FEMA, modeled insurance. Interpretation: Momentum Research. Data notes
As of September 16, 2026, 6496 W Richard Drive in Weeki Wachee River Retreats, Weeki Wachee is listed at $515,009 (1,800 sq ft, about $286 per sq ft). That is 45% above Weeki Wachee River Retreats's median closed sale of $356,000 over the last 12 months (6 recorded sales). It came to market within the past week. Listing facts: built in 2006, waterfront, no HOA. Figures are from the MLS record and county data; deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
- No CDD assessment on record
- Built 2006 · 20 yrs
- 1,800 sq ft of living area
- Listed at $515,009 — recent neighborhood median sale price ~$356,000 (nearby sales; deemed reliable, not an appraisal)
- Active listing
- HOA ~$50/mo (estimate; confirm)
Pricing & the Weeki Wachee River Retreats market
How this home is priced against recent nearby sales, and where Weeki Wachee River Retreats has been over 25 years. Momentum Research analysis of Stellar MLS records; closed sales, deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Estimates only; see data notes.
This home’s $/sq ft vs. nearby sales
List $/sq ft against recent nearby closed sales; the community median is marked.
Price vs. size in Weeki Wachee River Retreats
Each dot is a closed sale since 2011 (32 total). This home is the gold marker.
Sale price (y) by living area in sq ft (x). Stellar MLS closed sales.
Median $/sq ft by year
Community sold $/sq ft, 2022–2026. This home lists at $286/sq ft.
Median sale price by year
12-month median closed price, 2022–2026.
This home’s history
- 2006BuiltPer public record
- NowActiveCurrently for sale
Build year is from public record. Listing milestones reflect movewithmomentum.com’s own observations since we began tracking this listing and are not the MLS listing history; dates and prices are deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Estimated monthly payment
- Principal & interest $2,675/mo 79%
- Taxes $451/mo 13%
- Insurance $207/mo 6%
- HOA $50/mo 1%
$3,383/mo at 20% down, 30-yr @ 6.76% · edit any field to update.
Editable estimate — not a loan offer. Estimates only; see data & estimate notes.
Property taxes
✓ Based on certified county tax rollMany first-time Florida buyers are surprised when property taxes jump after closing. This estimate helps you budget before you make an offer.
Most of this comes from Florida’s Save Our Homes assessment cap resetting when the home sells — the current owner’s protected assessment doesn’t transfer to a new buyer.
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A market / assessed / taxable trend chart appears here once the prior-year rolls are ingested.
Sources: Florida DOR certified tax roll (2025), Stellar MLS. County public record, not MLS data — matched to this home by parcel ID. Estimates are not a tax bill.
Momentum Property Score
49/100 is below average across the objective indicators below. It reflects only those measures — not the home’s quality, condition, or desirability.
A 0-100 score built from objective property and market data: flood risk, insurance, pricing, supply, affordability, and recent sales. Higher means more measures line up in a buyer’s favor. It reflects only the factors below.
Momentum Scores are objective, rules-based indicators computed from listing facts, public records, and recent nearby sales. They are not appraisals, valuations, investment advice, or judgments about a neighborhood or who should live there. Verify independently.
The Momentum read
🟡 Asking $286 per square foot, about 9% below the community’s $315 median. Weeki Wachee River Retreats’s 12-month median sold price per square foot is $315. Median sold price per square foot is down 17.4% year over year. Confidence: Low · 6 closed sales in 12 monthsMLS facts: Stellar MLS closed sales. A per-square-foot gap is context, not an appraisal; condition, lot, and view set the final number here.
30% of homes in Weeki Wachee River Retreats are owner-occupied. An estimated 70% are non-owner-occupied, including 14% held in a company or trust and 100% out-of-state owners.Why it matters: a high owner-occupied share typically means fewer rentals nearby and steadier resale demand.Source: Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records), 172 homes matched. Community-level context.
Recent Weeki Wachee River Retreats sales closed near 84.5% of original asking.Why it matters: the community’s own record shows how far opening prices typically move, and how often buyers compete without financing.Momentum Research analysis of Stellar MLS records, community-level, 12 months ending September 12, 2026. Aggregates only; deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
What’s unique here: one of only 3 active listings in Weeki Wachee River Retreats, no CDD assessment.
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About this home
WATERFRONT LIVING WITH WEEKI WACHEE RIVER ACCESS! Beautifully decorated and thoughtfully designed, this exceptional 3-bedroom, 2-bath fully furnished home is situated on a canal leading to the Weeki Wachee River and offers the perfect combination of comfort, style and Florida waterfront living. From the moment you step inside, you’ll appreciate the spacious open floor plan, soaring cathedral ceilings, tile flooring throughout and updated lighting that create a bright, welcoming atmosphere with a relaxed coastal feel.
The heart of the home is the expansive kitchen, featuring beautiful solid-wood cabinetry and plenty of space for entertaining, along with a separate formal dining area. The generously sized family room features sliders opening to a large covered and screened patio overlooking the water, creating an ideal space for morning coffee, afternoon relaxation or evening gatherings with friends and family. The primary suite offers a peaceful retreat with a soaking tub, separate walk-in shower, dual vanity and walk-in closet.
Step outside and discover an incredible waterfront lifestyle. The property features a composite wraparound deck, a large paver entertaining area with fire pit, concrete seawall, composite dock and an additional floating dock. A boat lift system is also included, making it easy to enjoy everything the surrounding waterways have to offer.
A large storage shed provides additional room for all your boating, fishing and outdoor equipment. Located along the Weeki Wachee River system, this home puts you close to one of Florida’s most beautiful natural waterways. The spring-fed Weeki Wachee River is renowned for its crystal-clear waters, kayaking, paddleboarding, wildlife and manatee viewing, with the river ultimately connecting to the Gulf.
Nearby Hernando Beach adds even more to the coastal lifestyle, with Gulf boating, fishing, scalloping, waterfront dining, marinas, boat ramps and access to the popular Hernando Beach Flats. The area offers opportunities to spot dolphins, manatees, bald eagles and other coastal wildlife while enjoying the laid-back Old Florida atmosphere. You’ll also be close to Weeki Wachee Springs State Park, famous for its crystal-clear spring and legendary mermaid shows, along with the area’s many parks, nature trails and outdoor recreational opportunities.
Hernando County’s Florida’s Adventure Coast is well known for its combination of natural springs, rivers, Gulf waters, wildlife and outdoor recreation. Even better, the furnishings can be included, making this a truly turnkey waterfront property. Whether you’re looking for a full-time residence, Florida getaway or a potential vacation/short-term rental opportunity, this property offers a rare opportunity to enjoy the Weeki Wachee lifestyle from your own backyard.
Waterfront properties with access to the Weeki Wachee River are highly sought after—don’t miss your opportunity to make this exceptional home your own.
Description provided by PEOPLE'S TRUST REALTY and reproduced from the MLS; not independently verified.
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Listing data, public records, our calculations, and what to verify — each fact shown once. Estimates and calculations shown are for general information only, are not appraisals or advice, and should be independently verified.
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Provided via the Stellar MLS Internet Data Exchange, as distributed by MLS GRID · Listings courtesy of Stellar MLS as distributed by MLS GRID · Listings courtesy of Stellar MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. · deemed reliable but not guaranteedIDX information is provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed by the MLS to be accurate.The Messtimate
This is a deliberately dumb estimate — living area times a range of recent neighborhood $/sq ft, and nothing else. It is not an appraisal, not market value, and not a valuation of this home. Even a tight range from comparable sales can’t price a specific home — here’s why.
Actual list price: $515,009 — compare it against the range above. The Messtimate is a blind sqft estimate; the list price reflects this specific home.
A 27% spread on the same house — and that gap is exactly what an automated guess can't see:
- Condition & updates — a renovated kitchen or new roof vs. dated finishes can swing value six figures; sq ft can't see it.
- The lot — this listing is waterfront; water frontage is priced far off a per-sq-ft average of the neighborhood.
- Outliers skew it — one flip or distressed sale in the comps drags the whole $/sq ft up or down.
- Carrying costs & concessions — CDD, HOA, insurance, and seller-paid buydowns change what a buyer actually pays.
And here's what the live market is doing — which the number above ignores entirely:
- 4 active listings competing, 1 under contract
- ≈6.0 months of supply
- 6 closed here in the last 12 months
For reference, this home is listed at $515,009 ($286/sq ft) — a number set with analysis a Messtimate can't do.
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Methodology: 1,800 sq ft × $277–$353/sq ft from recent nearby closed sales (public records). Estimate for general information only; not an appraisal, valuation, or offer. Updated September 16, 2026.
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Flood zone & elevation
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Approximate parcel elevation from USGS; confirm exact elevation with a survey.
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Recent sales activity in WEEKI WACHEE RIVER RETREATS
Recent comparable closed sales near this home, from public records. Summary figures are for general reference only and are not a valuation of this property. See the WEEKI WACHEE RIVER RETREATS neighborhood guide for more.
Recent nearby closings in the data set.
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Canonical 12-month median $/sq ft. Reference only.
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Comparable recent sales
Recent closed sales nearby, with photos, so you can compare. Sold prices are public record, deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Community 12-month median: $315/sq ft. Shown for general reference only — this is not an appraisal or a statement of this home's value. Sold prices are public record and deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Investment snapshot
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Buyer research checklist
Items worth confirming for 6496 W Richard Drive, chosen from what the record shows. This is general guidance, not advice about this specific property.
- Built in 2006 (20 years): ask for the roof and HVAC replacement dates — insurers commonly ask for roof age on homes this old, and it changes the premium.
- The listing reports no HOA: confirm with the county record that no deed restrictions or mandatory association apply to this parcel.
- Look up the parcel on FEMA's Flood Map Service Center and confirm with your insurer whether flood insurance is required.
- Get a homeowners insurance quote for this specific address in Hernando County; a wind-mitigation inspection and, on older homes, a four-point inspection can change the premium.
- Waterfront: confirm seawall or dock condition and permits, and ask who owns and maintains the shoreline.
- Listed living area is 1,800 sq ft: verify it against the property appraiser's record and measure before relying on it.
- Order a survey to confirm lot boundaries and easements.
- Review permit history with the county.
- Property taxes: the estimate on this page (about $5,408/yr) assumes reassessment at the list price; the seller's homestead cap does not transfer, so their current bill is not a guide.
- Confirm school zoning directly with the district.
Approximate distances
Approximate drive times for general reference only.
Data sources & freshness
| Listing record | Stellar MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: September 16, 2026) |
| Community market stats | Stellar MLS closed sales, as of September 12, 2026 |
| Flood zone & elevation | Not verified for this address — look it up at msc.fema.gov |
| Taxes & monthly cost | Estimated from county rates; not a quote |
| Insurance figure | Modeled estimate; obtain a real quote before offering |
| Schools | 2025-26 district assignments; verify with the district |
Momentum Research lines are our own analysis of Stellar MLS records; MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Estimates are informational, not appraisals or advice. Methodology: how Momentum scores are computed.
Frequently asked questions
How big is 6496 W Richard Drive and when was it built?
Per the listing record, 6496 W Richard Drive was built in 2006 and has 1,800 sq ft of living area, 3 bedrooms and 2.0 bathrooms. Living area and lot size come from the MLS record and should be verified against the county property appraiser.
What community is 6496 W Richard Drive in?
6496 W Richard Drive is in Weeki Wachee River Retreats in Weeki Wachee, Hernando County. The community section on this page shows recent closed sales, days on market, and active inventory for Weeki Wachee River Retreats from the same MLS data.
Does 6496 W Richard Drive have an HOA?
The listing reports no HOA. Confirm with the county record that no deed restrictions or mandatory association apply to the parcel.
Why might property taxes on 6496 W Richard Drive differ from the current owner's?
The estimate on this page (about $5,408 per year) assumes reassessment at the list price. Florida's Save Our Homes rule caps annual assessment increases for homesteaded owners, and the assessment resets after a sale, so a new owner's bill may differ from the seller's. Any tax figure shown here is an estimate, not the actual bill — confirm with the county property appraiser and tax collector.
Is 6496 W Richard Drive in a flood zone?
A flood designation has not been verified for this address. Look up the parcel on FEMA's Flood Map Service Center (msc.fema.gov) and confirm with your insurer.
Can I rely on the figures on this page?
No. Estimated taxes, insurance, payments, and any market or comparable-sales summary are opinions and estimates for general information only and should not be relied upon. Verify all information independently before making any decision.
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