126 E Palmetto Ave

Howey-in-the-Hills, FL 34737

$565,000
Price
3
Beds
3,230 Sq. Ft.
$175 / Sq. Ft.
3,230
Sq. Ft.
$175
per Sq. Ft.

Description

SOUTHERN CHARM ON THE LAKE HARRIS CHAIN OF LAKES – Experience breathtaking water views and direct access to the Chain of Lakes from this timeless home, perfectly positioned for unforgettable sunrises and sunsets. Whether enjoying morning coffee or an evening cocktail, the downstairs patio and upstairs balcony the ideal setting to take it all in. This one-of-a-kind residence features exquisite details, including stained glass windows, soaring ceilings, and original wood plank flooring that is over...SOUTHERN CHARM ON THE LAKE HARRIS CHAIN OF LAKES – Experience breathtaking water views and direct access to the Chain of Lakes from this timeless home, perfectly positioned for unforgettable sunrises and sunsets. Whether enjoying morning coffee or an evening cocktail, the downstairs patio and upstairs balcony the ideal setting to take it all in. This one-of-a-kind residence features exquisite details, including stained glass windows, soaring ceilings, and original wood plank flooring that is over 100 years old. The first floor offers a versatile layout with multiple living and dining spaces, a family room, office/den, laundry room, and a private master suite with its own entrance and accessible bath—ideal as a guest retreat or multigenerational living. Upstairs, you’ll find a stunning oversized primary suite with California walk-in closets, a spacious bath, and a convenient laundry chute. A generously sized third bedroom provides even more flexibility and comfort, with abundant storage throughout the home. Situated on two beautifully landscaped lots that extend through to the block behind, this property offers both privacy and space. A rear-entry garage and circular front driveway add convenience and charm. With its unmatched character, lake access, and prime location, this home offers a lifestyle you’ll never want to leave.

Property Details for 126 East Palmetto Avenue

Subdivision Name
EMERY HEIGHTS
Township
20
Garage Spaces
2
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 12/22/2025 06:18 AM

Property Details for 126 East Palmetto Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #O6344442
Days on Market68
Taxes$7,897 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1995
Lot Size0.37 AC / 16,300 SF
CountyLake County

Location

Listing Courtesy of CENTURY 21 INTEGRA, Kristin Vogt
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Building Information for 126 East Palmetto Avenue

Stories-Year Built1995Building Size-Lot Size0.37 AC / 16,300 SF

Payment Calculator

$3,450 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,792

Property Taxes

$658

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 126 East Palmetto Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 3230.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Fishing, Public Boat Ramp, Water Access, Golf Carts OK, Playground
  • Direction Faces: South
  • Directions: Turnpike to Exit 385 Howey in the Hills, to Hwy 19 N towards Howey in the Hills, Turn on Central Avenue, Turn Right onto N Lakeshore Boulevard, Left to East Palmetto. Home is on your Right.
  • Mls Major Change Type: Back On Market
  • Major Change Type: Back On Market
  • Listing Service: Full Service
  • Senior Community: No
  • Unit Number: No
  • Street Number: 126
  • Street Direction Prefix: E
  • Street Name: PALMETTO
  • Street Suffix: AVENUE
  • State: FL
  • City: HOWEY IN THE HILLS
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Garage Dimensions: 21X21
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Boat, Circular Driveway, Garage Faces Rear, Parking Pad
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Approval Required: No
  • Association: No
  • CDD: No
  • Tax Block: B07
  • Tax Book Number: 12-94
  • Tax Legal Description: HOWEY, EMERY HEIGHTS LOTS 5, 6 BLK B-7 PB 12 PG 94 ORB 5505 PG 2027
  • Tax Lot: 5
  • Tax Year: 2024
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Property
Lot Information
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Parcel Number: 2520250100B0700500
  • Total Acreage: 1/4 to less than 1/2
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Extras: No
  • Zoning: SF4
  • Living Area: 3230
Property and Assessments
  • Year Built Numeric: 1995
  • Flood Zone Code: X
  • Flood Zone Date: 12-18-2012
  • Flood Zone Panel: 12069C0485E
  • Homestead: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Public Survey Range: 25
  • Public Survey Section: 25
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Public, Sprinkler Well, Street Lights, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Concrete, Wood Frame, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, French Doors, Rain Gutters
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Foundation Details: Crawlspace, Slab
  • Levels: Two
  • Pool Private: No
  • Pool: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 0
Interior Features
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
  • Heating: Central
  • Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, PrimaryBedroom Upstairs, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Tray Ceiling(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Laundry Features: Inside, Laundry Room
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Count: 9.0
  • Water View: No
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
Rental
Rental Information
  • Minimum Lease Period: 0

Property History for 126 East Palmetto Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 22, 2025

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #O6344442

—
Nov 22, 2025

Temporarily Off Market

MFRMLS #O6344442

$565,000—
Oct 12, 2025

Price Change

MFRMLS #O6344442

$575,000—
Sep 16, 2025

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #O6344442

$585,000—
Dec 1, 2022

Withdrawn

MFRMLS #O6030720

$575,000—
Jun 2, 2022

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #O6030720

$575,000—
Jul 13, 2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #674732640

$430,000

+10.6% / yr

Jul 13, 2020

Sold

MFRMLS #G5027684

$430,000—
Jun 23, 2020

Pending

MFRMLS #G5027684

—
Mar 20, 2020

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #G5027684

$450,000—
Mar 4, 2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #654606084

$375,000—
Mar 4, 2019

Sold

MFRMLS #G5010344

$375,000—
Jan 25, 2019

Pending

MFRMLS #G5010344

—
Jan 4, 2019

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #G5010344

$395,000—
Dec 22, 2011

Withdrawn

MFRMLS #G4675974

$320,000—
Sep 6, 2011

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #G4675974

$345,000—
Sep 29, 2007

Withdrawn

MFRMLS #G4613013

$395,000—
Nov 23, 2006

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #G4613013

$459,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/22/2025

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #O6344442

—
11/22/2025

Temporarily Off Market

MFRMLS #O6344442

$565,000
10/12/2025

Price Change

MFRMLS #O6344442

$575,000
09/16/2025

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #O6344442

$585,000
12/01/2022

Withdrawn

MFRMLS #O6030720

$575,000
06/02/2022

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #O6030720

$575,000
07/13/2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #674732640

$430,000

+10.6% / yr

07/13/2020

Sold

MFRMLS #G5027684

$430,000
06/23/2020

Pending

MFRMLS #G5027684

—
03/20/2020

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #G5027684

$450,000
03/04/2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #654606084

$375,000
03/04/2019

Sold

MFRMLS #G5010344

$375,000
01/25/2019

Pending

MFRMLS #G5010344

—
01/04/2019

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #G5010344

$395,000
12/22/2011

Withdrawn

MFRMLS #G4675974

$320,000
09/06/2011

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #G4675974

$345,000
09/29/2007

Withdrawn

MFRMLS #G4613013

$395,000
11/23/2006

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #G4613013

$459,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 126 East Palmetto Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$110,160Additions$382,635Total$492,795
Tax Record2024$9,528 ($794 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths3Total Finished SqFt3,230 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,230 SqFtStories2Lot Size16,300 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1995Year Renovated2022CountyLAKEAPN25-20-25-0100-B07-00500Fireplace TypeSingle

Schools near 126 East Palmetto Avenue

This home is within Lake County Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Astatula Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Tavares Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Tavares High School
Public - 9 to 12
LAKE SUCCESS ACADEMY-9043
Public - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Astatula Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Tavares Middle School
Public6 to 8

Tavares High School
Public9 to 12

LAKE SUCCESS ACADEMY-9043
PublicK to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 126 East Palmetto Avenue, Howey-in-the-Hills, FL 34737

126 East Palmetto Avenue is a single family home for sale in Howey-in-the-Hills, FL 34737. This property was listed for sale on September 16, 2025 by CENTURY 21 INTEGRA, it's currently listed at $565,000. It has been on the market for a total of 68 days and was last sold on July 13, 2020. This listing's school district is Lake County Schools. Nearby schools include Astatula Elementary School, Tavares Middle School and Tavares High School. 126 East Palmetto Avenue is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 3,230 sqft single family home built in 1995.

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