261 N Lakeview Drive Lake Helen, FL 32744 - LAKE HELEN
Pending MLS# O6345125
4 beds 3 baths 1,872 sq ft Single Family
Details for 261 N Lakeview Drive
MLS# O6345125
Description for 261 N Lakeview Drive, Lake Helen, FL, 32744 - LAKE HELEN
Under contract-accepting backup offers. 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.
Listing Information
Property Type: Residential, Single Family Residence
Status: Pending
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3
Lot Size: 0.93 Acres
Square Feet: 1,872 sq ft
Year Built: 1914
Stories: 2 Story
Construction: Wood Siding,Wood Frame
Subdivision: Lake Helen Blk 102
Foundation: Basement,Crawlspace
County: Volusia
School Information
Elementary: Volusia Pines Elem
Middle: Deland Middle
High: Deland High
Room Information
Main Floor
Kitchen: 13x12
Dining Room: 13x12
Living Room: 27x12
Upper Floor
Bedroom 4: 12x9
Bedroom 3: 13x11
Bedroom 2: 13x12
Primary Bedroom: 17x12
Bathrooms
Full Baths: 2
1/2 Baths: 1
Additonal Room Information
Laundry: Laundry Room, Inside
Interior Features
Appliances: Water Softener, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer
Flooring: Wood
Basement: Other, Crawl Space
Doors/Windows: Blinds
Additional Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Coffered Ceiling(s), Upper Level Primary
Utilities
Water: Public
Sewer: Septic Tank
Other Utilities: Cable Available,Cable Connected,Water Connected
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Heating: Electric, Central
Exterior / Lot Features
Roof: Shingle
Lot View: Lake,Water
Lot Dimensions: 168 X 206
Additional Exterior/Lot Features: Rain Gutters, Wrap Around, Screened, Landscaped, City Lot, Oversized Lot, Historic District
Out Buildings: Workshop
Waterfront Details
Standard Water Body: LAKE HELEN
Water Front Features: Lake Privileges, Lake Front
Community Features
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Driving Directions
I4 EAST TO EXIT 116 AT STOP SIGN GO LEFT (EAST) TO N LAKEVIEW DR GO LEFT (NORTH) TO HOME ON RIGHT.
Financial Considerations
Terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
Tax/Property ID: 7130-02-62-0220
Tax Amount: 7959
Tax Year: 2024
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Sales History & Tax Summary for 261 N Lakeview Drive
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Schools
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