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261 E MICHIGAN AVENUE

House Recently Sold
$785,000

BTC: 12.04357165

ETH: 412.58461927

Sold on: 2022-08-22
29 days
Waterfront
5 bds
2 ba
2,488 sqft

Overview

Reduced below appraisal! Located in the heart of Historic Lake Helen on 5+ acre that is fenced in with solar electric gate that also has a separate fenced pasture and horse stall/stables for your aspiring equestrian. Nestled between Lake Helen and Lake Harlan you will find this update home originally built in 1900 offers you both tradition and modern lifestyle. The beautiful wrap around wood porch takes you inside the family room with all updated crown molding, brick fireplace and reclaimed wood flooring that flows into the kitchen and dining area. Off the family room is classic style study/den with built-in book cases and elegantly designed crown molding including the ceiling. The downstairs master bedroom has a beautiful bay window overlooking Lake Harlan with a master bathroom that includes a walk-in shower and walk-in closet. Continue into the modern kitchen with all new built in wood cabinets, appliances, a 5 burner gas range, stone counter tops and farmhouse stainless steel sink in the center island. Dining area offers bay window with French doors to the right and left that lead out to two separate screen porches that are 8'x10' with a connecting wooden deck, 12'x30' overlooking the manicured 5+ acres with oaks trees and water front on Lake Harlan that offers lots of room for family entertaining. Off the kitchen is the tiled laundry room with 1/2 bath. Upstairs are 4 additional bedrooms with an oversized 2nd bathroom that includes double sinks, shower and "old fashion" styled bathtub. The detached oversized 3 car garage has a work shop area and circular driveway for easy access and room for lots of family and/or guests. Detached from the main house is a separate building/studio that includes a mini split heating and cooling system and wood floors that can be used as an office and/or hobby shop that is 24' x 16'. (not included with total square feet of main house). There is a well and irrigation system that covers approximately 2 acres of the property. A new roof for house and garage was installed in 2018, new concrete Hardee board siding in 2019 for the house and garage and exterior painting. Throughout the house include updated lights fixtures, crown molding and refinished heart of pine wood floors. Windows have been replaced with the exception of 2nd bathroom and study/den. Heating and air conditioning along with new duct work replaced in 2018. Electrical panel and gas pipe lines have been updated along with newly installed insta gas hot water heater and water purification system. Spray foam insulation has been added to the attic and under the house. Enjoy nature and natural wild life that includes turtles, racoons, squirrels, sand hill cranes along with the mature and young fruit trees and separate garden area Located 3 miles to I-4, 16 miles to Sanford and 20 miles to Daytona Beach. Shopping and restaurants and hospitals located nearby in Deland.

Location

Details

Type:
Residential
Parking:
Circular Driveway / Driveway / Garage Door Opener
Year Built:
1900
Lot:
5.01 Acres
Heating:
Central / Electric
Price/sqft:
$321
Cooling:
Central Air
HOA:
No Data

Highlights

Annual tax
$6,232
2021
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Trees/Woods, Water
Waterfront
Lake Front
Garage
3 car garage
Pets
Allowed
All facts and features
  • Flooring

    • Carpet

    • Ceramic Tile

    • Reclaimed Wood

    • Tile

    • Hardwood

    Heating

    • Central

    • Electric

    Cooling

    • Central Air

    Appliances

    • Dishwasher

    • Dryer

    • Gas Water Heater

    • Ice Maker

    • Range

    • Range Hood

    • Refrigerator

    • Tankless Water Heater

    • Washer

    • Water Filtration System

    • Water Purifier

    Other interior features

    • Built-in Features

    • Coffered Ceiling(s)

    • Crown Molding

    • Primary Bedroom Main Floor

    • Solid Surface Counters

    • Solid Wood Cabinets

    • Stone Counters

    • Walk-In Closet(s)

    • Window Treatments

    Bedrooms and bathrooms

    • Bedrooms: 5

    • Bathrooms: 1

    • Full bathrooms: 2

  • Parking

    • Circular Driveway

    • Driveway

    • Garage Door Opener

    Property

    • Levels: Two

    • Exterior Features: French Doors / Irrigation System / Rain Gutters / Storage

    Lot

    • Lot: 5.01 Acres

    Other Property Information

    • Parcel Number: 30173101280100

    • Zoning: 08R2

  • Type and style

    • Property Type: Residential

    • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence

  • Utility

    • Cable Available

    • Cable Connected

    • Electricity Available

    • Electricity Connected

    • Mini Sewer

    • Phone Available

    • Propane

    • Water Available

    • Water Connected

  • Other financial information

    • Annual tax amount: $6,232

  • Source details

    • MLS ID: O6018617

    Other facts

    • Construction Materials: Cement Siding / Wood Frame

    • Foundation Details: Crawlspace

    • Fireplace Features: Electric

    • Laundry Features: Inside / Laundry Room

    • Lot Features: Historic District / City Lot / Zoned for Horses

    • Patio And Porch Features: Covered / Deck / Enclosed / Front Porch / Patio / Porch / Rear Porch / Screened / Wrap Around

    • Window Features: Blinds / Drapes / Rods / Shades

    • Direction Faces: North

    • Other Structures: Other / Shed(s) / Workshop

    • Architectural Style: Other / Traditional

    • Waterfront: Yes

    • Fireplace: Yes

    • Water Body Name: LAKE HELEN/LAKE HARLAN

    • Garage Spaces: 3

    • Garage: Yes

    • Living Area: 2488

    • Water Source: Public

    • Subdivision Name: LAKE HELEN

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