
13140 TRADITION DRIVE, DADE CITY, FL, 33525
Active4 days on marketListed Jul 20, 2026MLS #TB8529985
About this home
13140 TRADITION DRIVE
Perfectly positioned on a generous 1/2-acre lot within the gated community of Lake Jovita, this exceptional 4-bedroom, 3-bath home with a dedicated office and a 2-car plus golf cart garage offers 3,049 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space. Complete with a private wooded backdrop, sparkling screened pool, outdoor kitchen, and a brand-new roof being installed within the next few weeks, this home delivers the Florida lifestyle you've been searching for. A paver driveway, mature landscaping, and a covered entry create a welcoming first impression. Inside, double front doors open to a grand foyer flanked by elegant formal living and dining rooms. Tray ceilings, plantation shutters, decorative wainscoting, and wood flooring throughout most of the home add timeless character and warmth. The formal living room features a custom accent wall and a door that frames beautiful views of the pool and outdoor living space. At the heart of the home, the upgraded kitchen seamlessly connects to the spacious family room, making it ideal for everyday living and entertaining. Rich wood cabinetry, stone countertops, a center island with storage, breakfast bar seating, stainless steel appliances, a decorative backsplash, generous pantry space, and a charming pass-through window to the formal living room combine style with functionality. The adjoining family room features a tray ceiling, oversized ceiling fan, and French doors leading directly to the lanai. A private office near the front of the home provides the perfect space for working remotely, studying, or managing daily life without sacrificing a bedroom. The split-bedroom floor plan offers exceptional privacy. The primary suite overlooks the peaceful backyard and features wood flooring, two walk-in closets, and a spacious ensuite bath with dual vanities, a soaking tub, walk-in shower, and private water closet. Bedrooms two and three share a full bath, while the fourth bedroom is tucked toward the rear of the home beside a third full bathroom, creating an ideal guest suite or multigenerational living space. The screened outdoor living area is designed for year-round enjoyment. Prepare meals in the outdoor kitchen featuring a built-in grill, sink, and mini refrigerator, relax under the covered lanai, cool off in the sparkling pool, or simply enjoy the peaceful wooded backdrop that provides exceptional privacy and a true retreat-like setting. Additional upgrades include an owned 250-gallon propane tank, tankless water heater, water softener, reverse osmosis system, French drain system, whole house generator, and a high-end pool vacuum. Living in Lake Jovita means enjoying gated security and outstanding community amenities, including scenic rolling hills, walking trails, a playground, pickleball courts, a basketball court, and a dog park. Optional memberships to the Lake Jovita Golf & Country Club provide access to two championship 18-hole golf courses, a junior Olympic-sized swimming pool, tennis courts, a fitness center, restaurant, and additional social amenities. Schedule your private showing today and discover this beautifully upgraded pool home in one of Dade City's most sought-after communities.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
4
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
3,049
Sqft
0.5 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
2008
Year built
One
Levels
$254
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record and the real association fee — not generic estimates.
$5,247 /mo · 10% down Conventional, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
Above the FHA loan limit for our service areas, so Conventional is the default. VA buyers: switch below — $0 down.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:

Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Run your own numbers
FHA isn’t available at this price — the loan would exceed the $541,287 FHA limit for our service areas.
Estimated payment
$5,247/mo
Includes estimated PMI — it drops off once you reach 20% equity. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. Your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
Value check
Is the price right?
The internet’s favorite home-value number comes from a single automated model that has never seen the street, the finishes, or the view — which is why it routinely misses by tens of thousands of dollars. The edgeAI estimate combines multiple independent data sources with our team’s on-the-ground expertise in this exact market.
vs edgeAI estimate
+2.2%
$/sqft vs Dade City actives
$254 vs $190
Days on market
4 vs 28 typical
Where $254/sqft sits among the 339 Dade City actives
The edgeAI estimate is a starting point, not an appraisal or a broker price opinion. It is generated from public records, listing data and market modeling, and is subject to change once a licensed real estate professional personally inspects the property. Condition, floor, view and lot are not fully captured by any model — ask us for a full comparative market analysis.
Where it sits
Inside Lake Jovita Golf And Country Club
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Get to know Dade City. See the full Dade City guide →
Lake Jovita Golf And Country Club — neighborhood snapshot
Population
1,806
Median age
45
Median income
$115,994
Median home value
$456,443
Avg household
3
Households w/ children
155
For the school run
Pasco County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Dade City market
$343K → $335K
Dade City median sold, yr/yr
97.7%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
171 of 339
Dade City actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Dade City, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 104% above the DADE CITY 33525 median. See the full Dade City market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 13140 TRADITION DRIVE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Dec ’25$489,000
13209 PALMILLA CIRCLE · same community
3 bd · 4 ba · 2,954 sqft · $166/sqft · 158 DOM
Sold · Aug ’25$698,500
13854 THOROUGHBRED DRIVE · same community
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,857 sqft · $244/sqft · 152 DOM
Sold · Dec ’25$835,000
34026 AMERICANA AVENUE · same community
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,656 sqft · $314/sqft · 36 DOM
Closed-sale data from the MLS, last 12 months, selected for similarity in size and location. No two homes are identical — ask us for a full comparative analysis.
Your home team
The pros in your corner
Buying a home is two conversations — the home and the money. Here’s who handles each, side by side, already working together.

Your agent
Steeve Cadeau
REALTOR® · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 13140 TRADITION DRIVE — start here.

Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 13140 TRADITION DRIVE — before you fall in love.
See it in person
Schedule a tour
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Straight answers
13140 TRADITION DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 13140 TRADITION DRIVE?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $5,247/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $114/mo association fee and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
How much are the HOA fees at 13140 TRADITION DRIVE?+
The association fee works out to $114 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 13140 TRADITION DRIVE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $6,081. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
Are pets allowed at 13140 TRADITION DRIVE?+
The listing reports pets: Number Limit, Yes. Communities often layer on breed or weight rules — we'll verify the specifics with the association before you commit.
How does the price compare to other homes in Dade City?+
At $774,000, this home is listed about 99% above the Dade City median of $389,900. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 13140 TRADITION DRIVE?+
San Antonio Elementary School (elementary), Pasco High School (high), Pasco Middle School (middle) — Pasco County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Three things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$774,000 runs 104% above the DADE CITY 33525 median — but at 3,049 sqft it's also 41% larger than the typical Dade City listing.
02Your own pool
A private pool — the feature Florida buyers ask for first, already in the ground and included in the price.
03Fresh on the market
Only 4 days on market in a Dade City market that averages 28 — if it fits, move quickly.
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Listing courtesy of KING & ASSOCIATES REAL ESTATE LLC · Geri Lafountain. MLS #TB8529985.
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