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Bungalow, Historic

261 N LAKEVIEW DRIVE

LAKE HELEN , FL 32744

MLS#: O6345125

$579,000

Status: Active
Listing number: O6345125
Listing provided by: PROMAX PROPERTY SOLUTIONS
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Last update: 21 hours ago
On site: 2 months ago
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LAKE HELEN BLK 102 - Residential

Property

Beds

4

Full Baths

2

1/2 Baths

1

Year Built

1914

Sq.Footage

1,872

Historic District Lakefront Gem in Lake Helen. Step back in time with this designated historic district home built in 1914, beautifully situated on nearly one acre of pristine lakefront property on Lake Helen. Once occupied by the author of “Lake Helen, The Gem of Florida,” this residence blends timeless character with thoughtful modern updates. This beautiful lake front property could be used as a Bed & Breakfast, AIRBNB, or your students housing while attending Stetson University. Inside, you’ll find 4 spacious bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, featuring restored heart pine floors (2016) and oversized wavy glass windows (2016) that flood the home with natural light. Sixteen new windows (2023), two new HVAC units Air Handlers and Condensers (2024), and a brand-new roof (2024) provide peace of mind for years to come. Enjoy the charm of the wrap-around porch, with the lake side screened in for serene lakefront views—perfect for morning coffee or evening relaxation. Launch your canoe, paddleboard, or small sailboat right from your backyard and take in the beauty of this peaceful setting. With its unique history, character, and location, this home is truly a rare find—just 23 miles to Daytona Beach, 35 miles to Orlando, and only 7.3 miles to Stetson University in Deland. Other improvements since current ownership: Driveway installed, laundry room moved inside, updates to kitchen including quartz countertops & primary bathroom, new stove, dishwasher, washer & dryer, fresh paint inside & out, sealed shed to add air conditioning, new closet doors, concrete added to basement housing new water heater and HVAC air handlers, new landscaping, septic tank emptied in 2025, tree work in August 2025, and termite annual inspections. Don't miss this fabulous property.

Features & Amenities

Interior

  • Other Interior Features

    Coffered Ceiling(s)

  • Total Bedrooms

    4

  • Bathrooms

    2

  • 1/2 Bathrooms

    1

  • Cooling YN

    YES

  • Cooling

    Central Air

  • Fireplace YN

    NO

  • Heating YN

    YES

  • Heating

    Central, Electric

  • Pet friendly

    Yes

Exterior

  • Garage

    No

  • Construction Materials

    Frame, Wood Siding

  • Other Exterior Features

    Rain Gutters

  • Patio and Porch Features

    Screened, Wrap Around

  • Pool

    No

  • Waterfront YN

    YES

  • View

    Lake, Water

Area & Lot

  • Lot Features

    Landscaped, Paved, Waterfront

  • Lot Size(acres)

    0.93

  • Property Type

    Residential

  • Property Sub Type

    Single Family Residence

  • Architectural Style

    Bungalow, Historic

Price

  • Sales Price

    $579,000

  • Tax Amount

    7959.0

  • Sq. Footage

    1, 872

  • Price/SqFt

    $309

HOA

  • Association

    No

School District

  • Elementary School

    Volusia Pines Elem

  • Middle School

    Deland Middle

  • High School

    Deland High

Property Features

  • Ownership

    Fee Simple

  • Senior Community YN

    NO

  • Sewer

    Septic Tank

  • Tax Lot

    22

  • Water Source

    Public

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Historic District Lakefront Gem in Lake Helen. Step back in time with this designated historic district home built in 1914, beautifully situated on nearly one acre of pristine lakefront property on Lake Helen. Once occupied by the author of “Lake Helen, The Gem of Florida,” this residence blends timeless character with thoughtful modern updates. This beautiful lake front property could be used as a Bed & Breakfast, AIRBNB, or your students housing while attending Stetson University. Inside, you’ll find 4 spacious bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, featuring restored heart pine floors (2016) and oversized wavy glass windows (2016) that flood the home with natural light. Sixteen new windows (2023), two new HVAC units Air Handlers and Condensers (2024), and a brand-new roof (2024) provide peace of mind for years to come. Enjoy the charm of the wrap-around porch, with the lake side screened in for serene lakefront views—perfect for morning coffee or evening relaxation. Launch your canoe, paddleboard, or small sailboat right from your backyard and take in the beauty of this peaceful setting. With its unique history, character, and location, this home is truly a rare find—just 23 miles to Daytona Beach, 35 miles to Orlando, and only 7.3 miles to Stetson University in Deland. Other improvements since current ownership: Driveway installed, laundry room moved inside, updates to kitchen including quartz countertops & primary bathroom, new stove, dishwasher, washer & dryer, fresh paint inside & out, sealed shed to add air conditioning, new closet doors, concrete added to basement housing new water heater and HVAC air handlers, new landscaping, septic tank emptied in 2025, tree work in August 2025, and termite annual inspections. Don't miss this fabulous property.

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