$435,000

129 E Laurel Ave Howey In The Hills, FL 34737

$5,166
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full
1,634 sqft
0.3 acres
$266 / sqft
House

Property details

About 129 E Laurel Ave

Welcome to historic Howey-in-the-Hills or as Howey called it “The Florida Alps”. This well-maintained updated home is move in ready for its next family. The adorable kitchen is open to the family room with a breakfast bar and has a sliding window to the rear porch for serving drinks. The living room/dining room combo is large and open for gatherings or just to sit on the couch and read a book next to the large window. The primary bedroom has a lot of room for your king size bed and other furniture with a vanity area, walk-in closet, and private bath. The split floor plan allows for guests to have privacy and the 2nd and 3rd bedrooms share a large bathroom and ample closet space. Enjoy entertaining or relaxing on your large rear covered porch while enjoying the huge backyard with lots of mature vegetation. Sit out in your front yard and enjoy a view of Little Lake Harris or take a 1 block stroll down to the park along the lake and sit on the pier or gazebo. Bring your golf cart to enjoy all Howey has to enjoy. The community has a boat ramp for access to the Harris Chain of Lakes along with the pier and playground. Only two blocks away from the historic Howey Mansion. Want some lunch/dinner just drive 5 minutes in either direction to BoonDockers on the lake or Mission Inn which provides 2 golf courses and 2 restaurants. New Brewery coming to the main intersection of Howey. Publix is 10 minutes down the road in Tavares but soon to be less than 5 minutes away. This is a great central location to access activities in Clermont, Leesburg, Tavares, and Mount Dora. Roof 2016, New A/C 2023, New water heater 2023, New windows 2023, New Septic field 2023, New garage door and upscale opener 2023, New light switches and outlets 2023, New interior/exterior paint 2023, New front porch screen enclosure 2023, New vanities/toilets/sinks 2023, New plumbing fixtures 2023, New lighting and fans 2023, New appliances 2023, New outside electric panel 2023, New door hardware 2023, New shed 2023. No HOA! It’s clean! Don’t be Shy, schedule a showing today and let’s make history! Some pictures show fenced backyard but Hurricane Milton damaged fence and thus was removed.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingElectric
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,634 sqft
Lot size0.34 Acres
Year built1973
ParkingDriveway, Garage Door Opener
MLS #O6252851
Attached garage2 spaces
ViewTrees/Woods

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Summary

  • MLS Number: O6252851
  • MLS Name: MFRMLS
  • Office Name: WATSON REALTY CORP., REALTORS
  • Office Phone: (352) 243-7374
  • Listing Agent: Curt Marksbury

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Mar 08, 2022
Home Sold
$279,000
Nov 30, 2016
Home Sold
$160,000
Nov 23, 2010
Home Sold
$139,000
Oct 09, 2009
Home Sold
$129,000
Jul 31, 2009
Home Sold
$187,000
Jan 27, 2004
Home Sold
$133,900

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$240,937$4,281
2022$128,150$1,987
2021$124,422$1,987
2020$122,705$2,189
2019$119,947$2,019
2018$117,711$1,945
2017$115,290$1,879

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

5

Astatula Elementary School

Public Magnet PK-5

2.9 mi

13925 Florida Ave

4

Tavares Elementary School

Public District PK-5

7.0 mi

720 E Clifford St

3

Triangle Elementary School

Public District PK-5

8.6 mi

1707 Eudora Rd

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $68,006. Most Howey In The Hills, FL residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Most families are married, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

19%
<35k
54%
35k-100k
24%
100k-200k
3%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

32%
Single, No Kids
8%
Single, with Kids
38%
Married, No Kids
22%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

12%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
14%
18-34 yrs old
51%
35-64 yrs old
14%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • HuntingHunting
  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating
  • NASCARNASCAR

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • DillardsDillards
  • Dick's Sporting GoodsDick's Sporting Goods
  • Wal-MartWal-Mart

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel
  • Texas RoadhouseTexas Roadhouse
  • Hardee'sHardee's

What do the neighbors drive?

  • CadillacCadillac
  • SubaruSubaru
  • RamRam

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • News/Talk/InformationNews/Talk/Information
  • New CountryNew Country
  • Classic CountryClassic Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 129 E Laurel Ave

This home is located at 129 E Laurel Ave in Howey In The Hills, FL and zip code 34737 in the Emery Heights neighborhood. This 1,634 square foot home, which was built in 1973, sits on a 0.34 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since November 1, 2024 and is currently priced at $435,000.

In February 2025 more than 0 listings in Howey In The Hills, FL were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 4 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 4 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Howey In The Hills, FL between January and February 2025 decreased by 9.1%. In February 2025, listings were on the market for 69 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $289,990.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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