Features & Amenities

Interior

  • Other Interior Features

    Crown Molding, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)

  • Total Bedrooms

    4

  • Bathrooms

    3

  • Cooling YN

    YES

  • Cooling

    Central Air

  • Fireplace YN

    NO

  • Heating YN

    YES

  • Heating

    Electric

  • Pet friendly

    Yes

Exterior

  • Garage

    Yes

  • Garage spaces

    3

  • Construction Materials

    Block, Brick, Stucco

  • Other Exterior Features

    Private Yard

  • Parking

    Attached

  • Patio and Porch Features

    Covered, Enclosed, Patio, Screened

  • Pool

    No

  • Waterfront YN

    NO

Area & Lot

  • Lot Size(acres)

    0.21

  • Property Type

    Residential

  • Property Sub Type

    Single Family Residence

Price

  • Sales Price

    $475,850

  • Tax Amount

    $5,953.36

  • Sq. Footage

    2, 538

  • Price/SqFt

    $187

HOA

  • Association

    Yes

  • Association Fee

    $181

  • Association Fee Frequency

    Quarterly

  • Association Fee Includes

    N/A

  • Total Monthly Fees

    $60.33

School District

  • Elementary School

    Astatula Elem

  • Middle School

    Tavares Middle

  • High School

    Tavares High

Property Features

  • Stories

    1

  • Foundation Details

    Slab

  • Ownership

    Fee Simple

  • Senior Community YN

    NO

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

  • Tax Lot

    57

  • Water Source

    Public

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Tucked away in the charming town of Howey-in-the-Hills, this stunning former model home is where elegance, comfort, and the Florida lifestyle come together beautifully. From the moment you arrive, the brand-new glass in the front door, sets the tone for the style and care found throughout this exceptional home. 
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The upgrades continue where it counts. The garage features sleek epoxy flooring and built-in storage, while foam insulation in the attic helps maintain cooler temperatures and energy efficiency year-round. Enjoy peace of mind with a security system, home sound system, and a termite bond recently renewed with Massey (February 2026).
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Living in Howey-in-the-Hills means enjoying small-town charm with big-city convenience. This scenic community is known for its lakes, golf courses, and peaceful atmosphere, while still being just minutes to Clermont, Mount Dora, Tavares and Leesburg. You’ll find shopping, dining, hospitals, and top-rated schools nearby, you're only 6 minutes from the turnpike entrance,  and you’re only about 35–40 minutes from Orlando, world-famous attractions, and Orlando International Airport.
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