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Property Description
Welcome to this exceptional 3-bedroom, 2-bath Craftsman-style home located in the highly sought-after Woods of Lake Helen. Perfectly positioned on a professionally landscaped corner lot, this home offers the perfect blend of timeless design, modern comfort, and small-town charm. Step inside to an open-concept floor plan filled with natural light, high ceilings, luxury vinyl plank flooring, and plantation shutters throughout. The beautiful chef inspired kitchen is the heart of the home, featuring white cabinetry, a farmhouse sink, ample counter space, and an inviting layout ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The private primary suite is thoughtfully situated at the rear of the home, creating a peaceful retreat. The spa-inspired primary bathroom feels like something out of a luxury resort magazine with its oversized walk-in shower, dual vanities, custom tile flooring, abundant storage, and an impressive walk-in closet that offers more than enough room for your wardrobe and linens. Even the spacious laundry room has been designed with functionality and convenience in mind, making everyday chores a pleasure. Outside, you'll immediately appreciate the exceptional curb appeal highlighted by stone-accented Craftsman columns, a large covered front porch perfect for relaxing in a rocking chair, and professionally maintained St. Augustine sod. The home is equipped with a full irrigation system supplied by a private irrigation well, helping keep the landscaping beautiful year-round. Out back, the oversized covered lanai overlooks a fully fenced backyard, providing the perfect space for entertaining, pets, or simply enjoying Florida's beautiful weather. Located in the charming city of Lake Helen, affectionately known as "The Gem of Florida," this home offers the rare opportunity to enjoy a true small-town lifestyle while remaining conveniently located between Orlando and Daytona Beach with quick access to I-4. Lake Helen is beloved for its locally owned restaurants, Saturday farmers market, beautiful tree-lined streets, and the unique distinction of having no traffic lights, creating a peaceful atmosphere that's becoming increasingly difficult to find. This is a rare opportunity to own a beautifully maintained home in one of Central Florida's most desirable communities. Schedule your private showing today and experience
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 491 W Delaware Ave
General
- Price: $559,900
- HOA FEE: $97/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Quarterly
- Taxes: $4,126 (2025)
- Status: Pending
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
- MLS ID: V4950480
- Updated: 9/25/2026
- Added to Site: 70 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Min. Lease: 1-2 Years
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 7
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Eating Space In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Kitchen and Family Room Combination, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Closed Circuit Camera(s), Security System Owned, Smoke Detector(s)
Exterior
- Exterior Features: French Doors, Irrigation System, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Sidewalk, Sprinkler Metered
- Deck/Patio: Covered, Front Porch, Patio
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered, Front Porch, Patio
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Covered Spaces: 2
Location
- Area: 32744 - Lake Helen
- County: Volusia
- Development Name: 32744 - Lake Helen
- Subdivision: THE WOODS OF LAKE HELEN
- Driving Directions: Exit 116 on Interstate 4 and head East into Lake Helen. Once in Lake Helen going East, turn South onto S.Summit Ave. and travel .25 miles. Home will be on the Southeast corner of S.Summit & W Delaware Ave.
- Direction Faces: North
School Information
- Elementary School: Volusia Pines Elem
- Middle School: Deland Middle
- High School: Deland High
Community
- Community Name: 32744 - Lake Helen
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Name: Jeremy Davidson
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Central
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Public, Sprinkler Meter, Sprinkler Well, Water Connected
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Craftsman
- Architectural Style: Craftsman
- Exterior Const.: Block, HardiPlank Type, Stone
- Roof: Shingle
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Stories/Levels: One
- Square Feet: 2,009
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Year Built: 2020
Lot Features
- Property View: City, Trees/Woods
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.42
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 18,396
- Lot Size: 18396
- Street/Road Desc.: Paved
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $291
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Quarterly
- Assoc Fee Desc.: Required
- Tax Amount: $4,126.53
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: None
- Legal Description: LOT 51 WOODS OF LAKE HELEN MB 51 PGS 20-23 INC PER OR 5706 P GS 2137-2138 PER OR 7598 PG 1983 PER OR 7960 PG 3965 PER OR 8658 PG 2154 PER OR 8722 PG 3793
- Flood Zone Info: X
- APN: 713159000510
- Property ID: 713159000510
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Schools
Schools serving 491 W Delaware Ave
School District:Volusia County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Volusia Pines Elementary School 500 East Kicklighter Road, Lake Helen, FL 32744 | PK-5 | 1 mi |
Deland High School 800 North Hill Avenue, DeLand, FL 32724 | 9-12 | 4.8 mi |
Deland Middle School 1400 Aquarius Avenue, DeLand, FL 32724 | 6-8 | 3.8 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 491 W Delaware Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/25/2026
Price Reduced
$559,900
-1.75%
MLS
8/13/2026
Price Reduced
$569,900
-1.72%
MLS
7/31/2026
Listed
$579,900
53.4%
MLS
12/15/2020
Sold
$378,029
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 491 W Delaware Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$4,298
3%
$226,178
3%
2024
$4,174
—
$220,232
3%
2024
$4,174
8%
$214,026
3%
2023
$3,878
5%
$207,793
6%
2021
$3,698
2%
$195,865
-3%
2022
$3,640
-2%
$201,741
551%
2021
$3,698
450%
$31,000
15%
2019
$672
20%
$27,000
39%
2018
$558
3%
$19,452
-22%
2017
$541
8%
$25,000
-2%
2016
$500
14%
$25,500
42%
2015
$438
13%
$18,000
35%
2014
$387
7%
$13,286
9%
2013
$363
—
$12,150
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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491 W Delaware Avenue, Lake Helen, FL 32744 (MLS# V4950480) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 491 W Delaware Avenue is currently listed for $559,900 and was received on July 31, 2026. Want to learn more about 491 W Delaware Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Lake Helen? You can browse all Lake Helen real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

