203 MESSINA PLACE
Howey In The Hills, FL 34737
$450,000
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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.
Step inside to discover a spacious open floor plan designed for both everyday living and effortless entertaining. The gourmet kitchen sits at the heart of the home, perfectly positioned to overlook the main living areas so you’re always part of the conversation. With 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths, spaced through the home for privacy, there’s room for everyone. New flooring in the bedrooms adds a fresh, modern touch.
The upgrades continue where it counts. The solar panel system is designed to provide electricity at a lower monthly cost than purchasing power directly from the utility, helping you save as energy rates continue to rise. Say goodbye to unpredictable utility bills. The garage features sleek epoxy flooring and built-in storage, while foam insulation ...
Listing Courtesy of: JASON MITCHELL REAL ESTATE FLO
754-307-0607
Buyer Represented by: WATSON REALTY CORP., REALTORS
| Listing Id: | O6389003 |
|---|---|
| List Price: | $464,997 |
| Close Price: | $450,000 |
| Close Date: | 2026-10-01 |
| Property Type: | Residential |
| Property Sub Type: | Single Family Residence |
| Status: | Closed |
| Bedrooms Total: | 4 |
| Bathrooms Full: | 3 |
| Living Area: | 2,538 |
| Tax Annual Amount: | $5,953 |
| Lot Size Square Feet: | 9,000 |
| Lot Size Acres: | 0.21 |
| Waterfront?: | No |
| City: | Howey In The Hills |
| County Or Parish: | Lake |
| Subdivision Name: | Venezia South |
| Postal Code: | 34737 |
| Year Built: | 2018 |
| Appliances: | Built-In Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer |
| Association Fee: | $181 |
| Association Fee Frequency: | Quarterly |
| Attached Garage?: | Yes |
| Bathrooms Total Integer: | 3 |
| Building Area Source: | Public Records |
| Building Area Total: | 3478 |
| Building Area Units: | Square Feet |
| Direction Faces: | Southeast |
| Foundation Details: | Slab |
| Construction Materials: | Block, Brick, Stucco |
| Cooling: | Central Air |
| Directions: | Fl-19, turn onto Venizia Blvd., Turn right into Messina Place, home is second on the right. |
| Elementary School: | Astatula Elem |
| Exterior Features: | Private Yard |
| Flooring: | Carpet, Luxury Vinyl, Tile |
| Furnished: | Unfurnished |
| Garage Spaces: | 3 |
| Garage?: | Yes |
| Community Features: | Street Lights |
| Heating: | Electric |
| High School: | Tavares High |
| Interior Features: | Ceiling Fans(s), Crown Molding, High Ceilings, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments |
| Laundry Features: | Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room |
| Levels: | One |
| Ownership: | Fee Simple |
| Living Area Source: | Public Records |
| Living Area Units: | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Acres: | 0.21 |
| Postal Code Plus4: | 3521 |
| Middle Or Junior School: | Tavares Middle |
| MLS Area Major: | 34737 - Howey In The Hills |
| MLS Area Major: | 34737 - Howey In The Hills |
| Original List Price: | $490,000 |
| Other Equipment: | Irrigation Equipment, Private Yard |
| Parcel Number: | 35-20-25-0200-000-05700 |
| Patio And Porch Features: | Covered, Enclosed, Patio, Screened |
| Pets Allowed: | Yes |
| Pool Features: | Above Ground, Heated, Other |
| Stories Total: | 1 |
| Township: | 20S |
| Road Surface Type: | Asphalt |
| Roof: | Shingle |
| Listing Terms: | Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan |
| Tax Year: | 2025 |
| Security Features: | Security System |
| Sewer: | Public Sewer |
| Special Listing Conditions: | None |
| State Or Province: | FL |
| Association?: | Yes |
| Green Energy Generation: | Solar |
| Utilities: | Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected |
| Water Source: | Public |
| Public Survey Range: | 25E |
| Public Survey Section: | 35 |
| Spa Features: | Above Ground, Heated, Other, Swim Spa |
| Spa?: | Yes |
| Additional Lease Restrictions: | Buyers to verify lease restrictions |
| Additional Rooms: | Bonus Room, Formal Dining Room Separate |
| Alternate Key Folio Num: | 252035020000005700 |
| Association Approval Required Yn: | No |
| Association Fee Requirement: | Required |
| Available For Lease Yn: | Yes |
| Backups Requested Yn: | Yes |
| Building Area Total Srch Sq M: | 323.12 |
| Calculated List Price By Calcula: | 183.21 |
| Cddyn: | No |
| Dprurl: | https://www.workforce-resource.com/dpr/listing/MFRMLS/O6389003?w=Agent&skip_sso=true |
| Dprurl 2: | https://www.workforce-resource.com/dpr/listing/MFRMLS/O6389003?w=Customer |
| Dpryn: | Yes |
| Exist Lse Tenant Yn: | No |
| Flood Zone Code: | X |
| Flood Zone Date: | 2012-12-18 |
| Flood Zone Panel: | 12069C0485E |
| Green Verification Count: | 0 |
| Homestead Yn: | Yes |
| Lease Restrictions Yn: | No |
| Listing Exclusion Yn: | No |
| Living Area Meters: | 235.79 |
| Lot Size Square Meters: | 836 |
| Minimum Lease: | No Minimum |
| Monthly Hoa Amount: | $60 |
| Pet Restrictions: | Buyers to verify pet restrictions with HOA |
| Room Count: | 9 |
| Sdeo yn: | No |
| Total Acreage: | 0 to less than 1/4 |
| Total Annual Fees: | $724 |
| Total Monthly Fees: | $60 |
| Unit Number Yn: | No |
| Water Access Yn: | No |
| Water Extras Yn: | No |
| Water View: | No |
| Yrs Of Owner Prior To Leasing Re: | 0 |
| Association Name: | Community Management Professionals |
| Association Phone: | 407-455-5950 |
| Association 2 Yn: | 0 |
| Attribution Contact: | 754-307-0607 |
| Originating System Name : | Stellar MLS |
| In Law Suite Yn: | No |
| Solar Panel Ownership: | Leased |
| Green Energy Generation Yn: | Yes |
| Listing Contract Date: | 2026-03-09 |
| Pool Private?: | Yes |
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