Residential Property - Single Family Residence in Lake Helen
Listing Price: $660,000 (Mortgage Calculator →)
Description of Property
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, water purification, 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 with a bond. Don't miss this fabulous property.
Property Details At A Glance
Property Type: Residential
Property Use or Sub Type: Single Family Residence
City: Lake Helen
County: Volusia
Subdivision: Lake Helen Blk 102
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
Half Baths: 1
Sq. Ft. Gross: 2,736
Sq. Ft. Living Area: 1,872
Cost per (heated) sqare foot: $353
Year built: 1914
Annual Tax: $7,959
Taxes and fees can change periodically, and other fees may apply. Please check with your Suncoasteam agent for more details.
Appliances: Water Softener
Window Features: Blinds
Flooring: Hardwood
Schools
Elementary School: Volusia Pines Elem
Middle/Junior High School: Deland Middle
High School: Deland High
Pool & Waterfront Info
Private Pool: Not specified
Water Front: Yes
Water Frontage: Lake Front
Water Access: Yes
Water Access Type: Lake
Water Name: LAKE HELEN
Exterior & Construction
Architectural Style: Historical
Construction: Wood Siding
Foundation: Crawlspace
Roof: Shingle
Exterior Features: Rain Gutters
Floors in Unit: Two
Cooling: Central Air
Heating & Fuel: Electric
Electric:
Patio & Porch Features: Wrap Around
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Other Structures: Workshop
View: Water
Fencing:
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Public
Lot Information
Lot Features: Oversized Lot
Lot Size (acres): 0.93
Lot Size (sq. ft.): 40,660 square feet
Lot Dimensions: 168 x 206
Road Frontage: Street Paved
Front Exposure: West
Legal Description & Other Information
Financing Available: FHA
Parcel Number: 713002620220
Zoning: 08R1
Pets Allowed/Pet Policies: Yes
Tax Legal Desc.: LOT 22 & ST ADJ ON S BLK 173 LAKE HELEN MB 2 PG 93 PER OR 1793 PG 1029 PER OR 6170 PG 0151 PER 6860 PGS 2216-2217 PER OR 7246 PG 2402 PER OR 8040 PG 0028
Section: 30
Range: 31
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