NOT LISTED FOR SALE

224 N Lake Cortez Dr Apopka, FL 32703

Estimated Value: $382,000 - $443,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,770 Sq Ft
$230/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 06, 2017

Last sale price $230,000 $130 Per Sq Ft

Est. 77% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,551/month

11 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Oak Trees
  • Deck
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Two Primary Bedrooms
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Ranch Style House

About This Home

As of September 2017

Welcome Home to this beautiful Apopka gem! It's full of character and charm, in the most desirable location close to Altamonte Springs and Longwood. The owners have loved and occupied this home for over 35 years and you will feel the love as soon as you walk through the front door. Over the years the owners have expanded, adding a second master bedroom with bath, spacious living room with brick, wood burning fireplace and gorgeous Florida room overlooking the outdoor garden surrounded by pavers. New roof was installed 2015, New well components 2015. You will be the envy of the neighborhood with the 12x20 man cave and workshop that was added in the back. This truly is a hidden gem with no HOA and close to many shops and restaurants. Call for your showing today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sarah Bosch

THE BOSCH GROUP Brokerage Phone: 407-862-2013 License #3342396 Listed on: 07/19/2017

Last Buyer's Agent

Krystal Bailey

DALTON WADE INC License #3349046

DALTON WADE INC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $928

Year Built

  • Built in 1973

Lot Details

  • 0.27 Acre Lot
  • Unincorporated Location
  • Fenced
  • Mature Landscaping
  • Oversized Lot
  • Oak Trees

Parking

  • 1 Carport Space

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Slab Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Block Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 1,770 Sq Ft Home
  • Built-In Features
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Blinds
  • French Doors
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Separate Formal Living Room
  • Storage Room
  • Laundry in unit
  • Inside Utility
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Double Master Bedroom
  • Split Bedroom Floorplan
  • Walk-In Closet

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Screened Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Separate Outdoor Workshop
  • Shed
  • Porch

Schools

  • Clay Springs Elementary School
  • Piedmont Lakes Middle School
  • Wekiva High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Septic Tank
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Lake Mendelin Estates Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$928

Year Built

Built in 1973

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Construction Materials: Block
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1770
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.27
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1973
  • Building Area Total: 2252
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 11936
  • Directions to Property: From State Road 434 turn onto Sandlake Road which turns into Oak Dr. Turn right onto N Lake Cortez Dr. Destination is on the left.
  • Status: Sold
  • Street Direction: N
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: Estimated
  • Available for Lease YN: 1
  • List Office Head Office Key Nume: 1050320
  • Minimum Lease: No Minimum
  • RATIO Current Price By Calculate: 129.94
  • Total Acreage: 1/4 to less than 1/2
  • Water Access YN: 0
  • Attribution Contact: 407-862-2013
  • Tax Year: 2016
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Wood Burning
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Laminate
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Attic, Built-in Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fans(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Skylight(s), Solid Surface Counters, Split Bedroom, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Levels: One
  • Window Features: Blinds
  • Street Number Modifier: 224
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Estimated
  • Additional Rooms: Attic,Double Master Bedroom,Formal Living Room Separate,Inside Utility,Storage Rooms
  • Living Area Meters: 164.44
  • Room Count: 6

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Shed(s), Storage, Workshop
  • Exterior Features: French Doors, Lighting, Storage
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Pool Private: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Patio and Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Porch, Screened
  • Water Extras YN: 0
  • Water View YN: 0
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 0
  • Flood Zone Date: 2009-09-25
  • Flood Zone Panel: 12095C0140F

Garage/Parking

  • Carport Spaces: 1
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Parking Features: None

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Central
  • Laundry Features: Inside
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Approval Required YN: 0
  • Association Fee Requirement: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Clay Springs Elem
  • High School: Wekiva High
  • Middle Or Junior School: Piedmont Lakes Middle

Lot Info

  • Zoning: R-1
  • Parcel Number: 12-21-28-4692-05-120
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Features: Oversized Lot, Paved, Unincorporated
  • Flood Zone Code: X
  • Homestead YN: 1

Rental Info

  • Lease Restrictions YN: 0

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 928
  • Tax Block: E
  • Tax Book Number: S-22
  • Tax Lot: 12

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 19, 2017
Closed on
Sep 6, 2017
Sold by
Bretz Lawrence J and Bretz Catherine M
Bought by
Hester Jeff and Hester Angela
Seller's Agent
Sarah Bosch
THE BOSCH GROUP
Buyer's Agent
Krystal Bailey
DALTON WADE INC
List Price
$225,000
Sold Price
$230,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
2.22%
Total Days on Market
11
Current Estimated Value
$406,531

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$176,531
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.60%
Original Mortgage
$225,834
Outstanding Balance
$198,001
Interest Rate
5.5%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$207,968
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Hester Jeff $230,000 Watson Title Services Inc
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Hester Jeff $225,834
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/05/2017 12/05/17 Off Market $230,000 -- --
09/06/2017 09/06/17 Sold $230,000 +2.2% $130 / Sq Ft
07/30/2017 07/30/17 Pending -- -- --
07/18/2017 07/18/17 For Sale $225,000 -- $127 / Sq Ft
Source: Stellar MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $3,338 $235,306 -- --
2024 $3,109 $235,306 -- --
2023 $3,109 $222,014 $0 $0
2022 $2,990 $215,548 $0 $0
2021 $2,937 $209,270 $0 $0
2020 $2,793 $206,381 $55,000 $151,381
2019 $3,365 $198,617 $40,000 $158,617
2018 $3,056 $172,196 $32,000 $140,196
2017 $957 $147,504 $25,000 $122,504
2016 $928 $118,590 $18,000 $100,590
2015 $942 $103,461 $18,000 $85,461
2014 $980 $94,655 $32,000 $62,655
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Stellar MLS

MLS Number: O5525048

Stellar MLS

APN: 12-2128-4692-05-120