$640,000

FOR SALE

261 N Lakeview Dr

Lake Helen, Fl, 32744

MLS #O6345125

Subdivision: Lake Helen Blk 102

Building: -

4 Beds

2/1 Baths

1872 sqft

$ 341.88 /sqft

Property Details

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, youll 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 viewsperfect 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 findjust 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. Don't miss this fabulous property.

Property Features

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Property Type
Single Family
HOA Fee/Monthly
-
HOPA
No
Membership Fees
-
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener
Restrictions
-
Furnished
Unfurnished
Flooring
Wood
No. of Floor
-
Terms Considered
Cash, Conventional, FHA
Year Built
1914
Cooling
Central Air
Pets Allowed
Yes
Amenities
-
Interior
Ceiling Fans(s), Coffered Ceiling(s), PrimaryBedroom Upstairs
Maintenance Fee Includes
-
Governing Bodies
-
Construction
Frame, Wood Siding
Security
Smoke Detector(s)
Heating
Central, Electric
Garage/Carport
-
Dining Area
-
Exterior
Rain Gutters
Pet Restrictions
No
Parking
-
Application Fee
-
Water Access
1
Pool
No
Gated Community
-
Status
A
Listing Office
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