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    • Price cut: $30K (4/20)
    $539,000

    228 W Howry Ave, Deland, FL 32720

    5beds
    4,123sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1883
    0.82 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $131/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    In-ground swimming poolClose to an acrePlenty of parkingDining room with fireplace
    Under contract-accepting backup offers. Great opportunity to own a historic commercial property in the heart of downtown DeLand! This mixed use residential and commercial property built in 1883 is currently being used as a cafe, but has C-2 zoning and lies within DeLand's Opportunity Zone. Situated on close to an acre, this property has plenty of parking, a detached 551 sq ft 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment/guesthouse (potential 2nd bedroom), and even an in-ground swimming pool!! The main house with 3,572 heated sqft features 5 bedrooms, each with their own full bathrooms, two large living areas, a dining room with fireplace, kitchen, and an office/flex room currently being used as a hostess area/store. One bedroom and bath has separate entry. It has potential to be a great true bed and breakfast just two blocks from the center of downtown and very close to Stetson University! Other opportunities include: General/Professional Offices, Financial Institutions, Beauty salons, Barbershops, Day spas, Tailor shops, Dry cleaning retail or self-service, Catering, Craft food & Beverage, Restaurant, Coffee shop, Bakery, Virtural kitchen, Medical office, College or children school/institution, Churches, Museums, Thrift shop, and so much more!
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Kaley Macomber 386-561-1925,

    ADAMS, CAMERON & CO., REALTORS 386-738-1920,

    Amy Paxia 386-624-2695,

    ADAMS, CAMERON & CO., REALTORS

    Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: V4947732MLS LogoOriginating MLS: West Volusia

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 5
      • Bathrooms: 7
      • Full bathrooms: 7
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: No Closet
      • Level: Second
      Bedroom 2
      • Features: No Closet
      • Level: Second
      Bedroom 3
      • Features: No Closet
      • Level: Second
      Bedroom 4
      • Features: No Closet
      • Level: Second
      Bedroom 5
      • Features: No Closet
      • Level: First
      Kitchen
      • Level: First
      • Area: 420 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 20x21
      Living room
      • Level: First
      Heating
      • Central
      Cooling
      • Central Air, Wall/Window Unit(s)
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator
      • Laundry: Laundry Room
      Features
      • Ceiling Fan(s), PrimaryBedroom Upstairs
      • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      • Fireplace features: Wood Burning
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 5,033
      • Total interior livable area: 4,123 sqft
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      Property

      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Exterior features: Storage
      • Has private pool: Yes
      • Pool features: In Ground
      Lot
      • Size: 0.82 Acres
      • Features: Historic District, City Lot, Oversized Lot
      Details
      • Parcel number: 701610000030
      • Zoning: C-2
      • Special conditions: None

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Wood Frame, Wood Siding
      • Foundation: Crawlspace
      • Roof: Shingle
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1883

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Pet fee: $0 monthly
      • Subdivision: LOT C SUB
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Deland

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $131/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $370,743
      • Annual tax amount: $5,968
      • Date on market: 3/5/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 124 days
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
      • Ownership: Fee Simple
      • Total actual rent: 14400
      • Electric utility on property: Yes
      • Road surface type: Paved

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/7/2026Pending sale$539,000$131/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #V4947732 Report a problem
        4/20/2026Price change$539,000-5.3%$131/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #V4947732 Report a problem
        3/26/2026Price change$569,000-4.4%$138/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #V4947732 Report a problem
        3/6/2026Listed for sale$595,000+56.6%$144/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #V4947732 Report a problem
        8/7/2023Sold$380,000-15.4%$92/sqft
        Source: DBAMLS #1108985 Report a problem
        7/19/2023Contingent$449,000$109/sqft
        Source: DBAMLS #1108985 Report a problem
        6/15/2023Price change$449,000-6.3%$109/sqft
        Source: DBAMLS #1108985 Report a problem
        6/8/2023Price change$479,000-4%$116/sqft
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        5/6/2023Listed for sale$499,000+99.6%$121/sqft
        Source: DBAMLS #1108985 Report a problem
        8/14/2020Sold$250,000+0%$61/sqft
        Source: DBAMLS #1050515 Report a problem
        6/3/2020Pending sale$249,900$61/sqft
        Source: Watson Realty Corp - NSB #1037507 Report a problem
        4/28/2020Price change$249,900-3.8%$61/sqft
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        3/11/2020Price change$259,900-3.7%$63/sqft
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        2/9/2020Listed for sale$269,900$65/sqft
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        2/5/2020Pending sale$269,900$65/sqft
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        4/8/2019Listed for sale$269,900$65/sqft
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        3/22/2019Pending sale$269,900$65/sqft
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        3/8/2019Listed for sale$269,900$65/sqft
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        2/18/2019Pending sale$269,900$65/sqft
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        12/20/2018Price change$269,900-15.6%$65/sqft
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        12/17/2018Listed for sale$319,900$78/sqft
        Source: Watson Realty Corp - NSB #1037507 Report a problem
        12/11/2018Pending sale$319,900$78/sqft
        Source: Watson Realty Corp - NSB #1037507 Report a problem
        10/18/2018Price change$319,900-8.6%$78/sqft
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        8/16/2018Price change$349,900-10.3%$85/sqft
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        7/2/2018Listed for sale$389,900$95/sqft
        Source: Watson Realty Corp - NSB #1037507 Report a problem
        3/29/2018Listing removed$389,900+13%$95/sqft
        Source: Watson Realty Corp. #1039564 Report a problem
        8/10/2004Sold$345,000+784.6%$84/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        8/25/2000Sold$39,000$9/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$6,574 +10.2%$370,743 +14.4%
        2024$5,968 +2.3%$324,109 +4.5%
        2023$5,834 +8.4%$310,166 +10%
        2022$5,383 $281,969 +5%
        2021-- $268,496 -3.4%
        2020$5,727 $277,926 +3.1%
        2019$5,727 -1.6%$269,668 +4.6%
        2018$5,822 +0.3%$257,753 +6.7%
        2017$5,802 +3%$241,530 +6.4%
        2016$5,632 +8%$227,002 +8.9%
        2015$5,214 +8.6%$208,437 +5.4%
        2014$4,802 $197,777

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 32720

        Getting around

        81 / 100
        Very Walkable
        69 / 100
        Bikeable

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