$390,000

245 Messina Place Howey-In-the-hills, FL 34737

Estimated payment $2,712/month

Total Views 212
4 Beds
2 Baths
1,910 Sq Ft
$204 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • Granite Countertops
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • High Ceiling
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Family Room Off Kitchen

About This Home

MODERN LUXURY 4 BED/2 BATH CUSTOM HOME in coveted HOWEY IN THE HILLS! Bright, Spacious & Open - designed to accommodate family or single life with the best in functionality and comfort. Kitchen, Dining, and Family Rooms plus a covered Lanai – the perfect INDOOR/OUTDOOR setting for EVERYDAY LIVING comfort, convenience, and special gatherings. FLOORPLAN (Front to Back): Right of Entry – Garage, Bedroom, Laundry Room, and Primary/EnSuite; Center Back - Family Room. Left of Entry – 2 Bedrooms, Bathroom, Hall Closet, Kitchen, Dining, Outdoor Lanai. SPECIAL FEATURES: RHEEM Whole House Water Softener, Large Entryway, High Ceilings, Upgraded Wood-Grain Vinyl Flooring (main areas), and plush Carpeting (Bedrooms). SPACES: Great KITCHEN...A chefs dream with tons of Cabinetry and a Large Island/Bar all with Quartz Countertops, Stainless Steel Appliances, instantly-hot Tankless Water Heater for Island Sink, and a Pantry Closet; The Kitchen opens into a Dining area that seats 4 to 6, with a Sliding Door opening up to an outdoor covered LANAI, and a large FULLY FENCED Back Yard - ideal for BBQ's and summer fun! The DINING also opens up to the central LIVING ROOM – all together, these combined spaces are truly the ‘heart of the home, providing warmth and connectivity. The Primary Bedroom & En-Suite are tucked away in the back of the home, offering complete privacy. A MASSIVE Walk-in Closet, Dual Sinks with elongated Vanity / Cabinets, and an OVERSIZED Shower will feel like your personal pampered spa retreat! Two SPACIOUS Bedrooms with tons of NATURAL LIGHT share a Full-size bathroom in between both rooms, with easy access to a 4th Bedroom/Office or Den as well. ADDITIONAL PERKS: Inside Laundry Room; Plus, a 2-Car Garage. COMMUNITY: Howey-in-the-Hills is a Chain-of-Lakes community located between Clermont and Mount Dora. Nearby you can enjoy the nature preserve, park, playground, and fishing pier and launch your boat at the Little Lake Harris boat ramp. Just minutes from the Turnpike, easily commute to Orlando, Airport, Disney World &Universal - all within 40 minutes. This property package provides all the conveniences and perfect blend of MODERN and PRIVATE LUXURY. Call today to schedule your private tour!

Listing Agent

Missy Conway

BHHS FLORIDA REALTY Brokerage Phone: 352-729-7325 License #3326999 Listed on: 08/14/2025

BHHS FLORIDA REALTY

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,320

Year Built

  • Built in 2020

Lot Details

  • 9,000 Sq Ft Lot
  • Southeast Facing Home
  • Vinyl Fence
  • Irrigation Equipment

HOA Fees

  • $60 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Block Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 1,910 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • High Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Sliding Doors
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Inside Utility

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Ceramic Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Split Bedroom Floorplan
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Shower Only

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Exterior Lighting

Schools

  • Astatula Elementary School
  • Tavares Middle School
  • Tavares High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Thermostat
  • Underground Utilities
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Water Softener
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Community Management Professionals Association, Phone Number (407) 455-5950
  • Venezia South Subdivision
  • The community has rules related to deed restrictions, allowable golf cart usage in the community

Listing and Financial Details

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,320

Year Built

Built in 2020

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$60 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Construction Materials: Block
  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 1910
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.21
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 2020
  • Building Area Total: 2460
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 9000
  • Directions to Property: From County Road 448A, turn left onto FL-19 S and drive to Messina Place; Home on Right
  • Status: Active
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Available for Lease YN: 1
  • Escrow City: Eustis
  • Escrow Postal Code: 32726
  • Escrow State: FL
  • Escrow Street Name: Kurt Street
  • Escrow Street Number: 2703
  • List Office Head Office Key Nume: 214928349
  • Minimum Lease: 8-12 Months
  • Number Of Pets: 2
  • RATIO Current Price By Calculate: 204.19
  • Total Acreage: 0 to less than 1/4
  • Unit Number YN: 0
  • Water Access YN: 0
  • MFR_InLawSuiteYN: 0
  • Attribution Contact: 352-729-7325
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Laminate
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fans(s), Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Split Bedroom, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer, Water Softener
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Levels: One
  • Other Equipment: Irrigation Equipment
  • Stories: 1
  • Street Number Modifier: 245
  • Additional Rooms: Inside Utility
  • Living Area Meters: 177.44
  • Room Count: 6

Exterior Features

  • Direction Faces: Southeast
  • Exterior Features: Lighting, Sidewalk, Sliding Doors
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Pool Private: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Patio and Porch Features: Covered, Rear Porch
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Water Extras YN: 0
  • Water View YN: 0
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 0

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway

Utilities

  • Utilities: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Laundry Features: Inside, Laundry Room
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Deed Restrictions, Golf Carts OK, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Association Fee: 179
  • Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
  • Association Name: Community Management Professionals
  • Phone: 407-455-5950
  • Association: Yes
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association 2 YN: 0
  • Association Approval Required YN: 1
  • Pet Restrictions: Buyer/Buyer's Agent is to verify all restrictions with HOA
  • Association Fee Requirement: Required
  • Association Email: veneziahoaboard@gmail.com

Fee Information

  • Total Annual Fees: 716.00
  • Total Monthly Fees: 59.67
  • Monthly HOA Amount: 59.67

Schools

  • Elementary School: Astatula Elem
  • High School: Tavares High
  • Middle Or Junior School: Tavares Middle

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 35-20-25-0200-000-03600
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Fencing: Vinyl
  • Lot Features: Paved
  • Flood Zone Code: X
  • Homestead YN: 1
  • Lot Size Square Meters: 836

Green Features

  • Green Verification Count: 0

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Lease Restrictions YN: 1
  • Additional Lease Restrictions: Buyer/Buyer's Agent is to verify all restrictions with HOA; Short Term Rentals may not be allowed.

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 6320.4
  • Tax Block: 000
  • Tax Book Number: 65-92-97
  • Tax Lot: 36

Multi Family

  • Approval Process: Buyer/Buyer's Agent is to verify all restrictions with HOA

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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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 $5,897 $339,440 -- --
2024 $5,897 $339,440 -- --
2023 $5,897 $319,970 $55,000 $264,970
2022 $4,190 $233,730 $0 $0
2021 $4,317 $226,928 $0 $0
2020 $920 $39,600 $0 $0
2019 $1,019 $40,850 $0 $0
2018 $888 $40,850 $0 $0
2017 $791 $34,200 $0 $0
2016 $658 $27,550 $0 $0
2015 $680 $27,550 $0 $0
2014 -- $0 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/14/2025 08/14/25 For Sale $390,000 +10.2% $204 / Sq Ft
01/14/2022 01/14/22 Sold $354,000 0.0% $185 / Sq Ft
12/22/2021 12/22/21 Pending -- -- --
12/07/2021 12/07/21 Price Changed $354,000 -2.7% $185 / Sq Ft
11/30/2021 11/30/21 For Sale $364,000 -- $191 / Sq Ft
Source: Stellar MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $354,000 First American Title
Special Warranty Deed $255,100 Carefree Title Agency Inc
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $104,254 Construction
Previous Owner $229,536 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Source: Stellar MLS

MLS Number: G5100240

Stellar MLS

APN: 35-20-25-0200-000-03600