500 Forest Lake Dr

Altamonte Springs, FL 32714

$655,000
Price
3
Beds
2,715 Sq. Ft.
$241 / Sq. Ft.
2,715
Sq. Ft.
$241
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Appraised at $730,000! This fully renovated and meticulously kept estate home sits high on 1.81 acres in the country with DETACHED GARAGE, DETACHED GUEST HOUSE and huge WORKSHOP just a short distance from I-4, shopping, and restaurants, providing the best of the quiet life in the country combined with easy access to everything you want or need. Inside, this beautiful kitchen features gorgeous granite countertops and granite-topped island, an abundance of cabinetry, custom tile backsplash, newer appliances,...Appraised at $730,000! This fully renovated and meticulously kept estate home sits high on 1.81 acres in the country with DETACHED GARAGE, DETACHED GUEST HOUSE and huge WORKSHOP just a short distance from I-4, shopping, and restaurants, providing the best of the quiet life in the country combined with easy access to everything you want or need. Inside, this beautiful kitchen features gorgeous granite countertops and granite-topped island, an abundance of cabinetry, custom tile backsplash, newer appliances, recessed lighting, and the perfect space for a home office. The spacious main living area is adjacent to the kitchen and features gorgeous luxury vinyl plank flooring that flows throughout most of this home. The 26’ X 15’ primary bedroom suite w/sitting area boasts a large walk-in closet and ensuite bath with dual sinks in the large granite topped vanity, jetted soaking tub, and beautifully tiled walk-in shower. Outside, the oversized detached 2-car garage is connected to the main home by a covered breezeway and short paver-lined walkway. The detached 672 square-foot home with 2-bedrooms and 1-bath is well updated and includes a small, private sitting patio. The huge workshop with two garage doors and interior office space is the perfect opportunity for the backyard mechanic or anyone that enjoys working with their hands, or for storing your outdoor toys. The chicken coop is perfect for home-grown eggs every morning. Grow your vegetables in the raised garden bed or start new beds elsewhere as there’s plenty of room here. Being just outside the city limits, this home features a well and septic, ensuring fresh water and no water bills. Boasting a new roof and HVAC in 2017 and electrical and plumbing in 2018, the major components are covered for years to come. This gorgeous home has NO HOA and is well updated with newer paint, knockdown ceilings, fixtures, and yes…this parcel goes all the way to the lake! Ask your Realtor® for the link to the unbranded virtual walking tour to this beautiful home in the country. All measurements are approximate and should be independently verified.
  1. Listed by Charles Shaver, PA • Brokerage DRE #1033070 • KELLER WILLIAMS HERITAGE REALTY
    P: (352)-250-9617 C: (352)-250-9617 chuck@theshavergroup.net

Property Details for 500 Forest Lake Drive

Subdivision Name
FOREST LAKE SUB
Township
21
Garage Spaces
2
View
Water
Waterfront
Yes
Water View
Pond
LISTING UPDATED: 01/16/2026 05:12 PM

Property Details for 500 Forest Lake Drive

StatusActive
MLS #V4944996
Days on Market110
Taxes$5,168 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1952
Lot Size1.81 AC / 79,037 SF
CountySeminole County

Location

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Building Information for 500 Forest Lake Drive

Stories-Year Built1952Building Size-Lot Size1.81 AC / 79,037 SF

Payment Calculator

$3,623 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,192

Property Taxes

$431

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 500 Forest Lake Drive

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 4802.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Direction Faces: East
  • Directions: From I-4 exit 92 head west on 436 and turn left onto Forest Lake Drive. Home on right.
  • Mls Major Change Type: Price Decrease
  • Listing Service: Full Service
  • Senior Community: No
  • Unit Number: No
  • Street Number: 500
  • Street Name: FOREST LAKE
  • Street Suffix: DRIVE
  • State: FL
  • City: ALTAMONTE SPRINGS
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Garage Dimensions: 23X22
  • Garage: Yes
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • CDD: No
  • Tax Block: 17-21-2
  • Tax Book Number: 4-8
  • Tax Legal Description: LOT 17 W OF RD FOREST LAKE SUBD PB 4 PG 8
  • Tax Lot: 17
  • Tax Year: 2024
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Lot Information
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Parcel Number: 17212950700000170
  • Total Acreage: 1 to less than 2
  • Water Access: Pond
  • Water Access: Yes
  • Water Extras: No
  • Zoning: R-1A
  • Living Area: 2715
  • ILS Total SQFT: 672.0
  • ILS Under Air SQFT: 672.0
Property and Assessments
  • Year Built Numeric: 1952
  • Flood Zone Code: X
  • Flood Zone Date: 09-28-2007
  • Flood Zone Panel: 12117C0145F
  • Homestead: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Public Survey Range: 29
  • Public Survey Section: 17
  • Dock YN: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected
  • Water Source: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Block, Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
  • Exterior Features: Courtyard, Lighting, Outdoor Kitchen, Private Mailbox, Rain Gutters, Storage
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Levels: Two
  • Other Structures: Additional Single Family Home, Guest House, Workshop
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Porch, Rear Porch, Side Porch
  • Pool Private: No
  • Pool: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront Features: Pond
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 157
Interior Features
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Carpet, Luxury Vinyl
  • Heating: Central
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen/Family Room Combo, PrimaryBedroom Upstairs, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Outside
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Count: 6.0
  • Water View: Yes
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
Rental
Rental Information
  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Property History for 500 Forest Lake Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 12, 2026

Price Change

MFRMLS #V4944996

$655,000—
Dec 9, 2025

Price Change

MFRMLS #V4944996

$675,000—
Dec 1, 2025

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #V4944996

$655,000—
Nov 20, 2025

Pending

MFRMLS #V4944996

—
Oct 24, 2025

Price Change

MFRMLS #V4944996

$685,000—
Sep 19, 2025

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #V4944996

$695,000—
Aug 19, 2025

Expired

MFRMLS #O6288636

$709,000—
May 8, 2025

Price Change

MFRMLS #O6288636

$729,000—
Apr 10, 2025

Price Change

MFRMLS #O6288636

$749,000—
Apr 3, 2025

Price Change

MFRMLS #O6288636

$789,000—
Mar 11, 2025

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #O6288636

$799,999—
Mar 19, 2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #641360451

$100—
Mar 14, 2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #641360452

$150,000

-39.5% / yr

Oct 27, 2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #609655216

$300,000

+151.5% / yr

Aug 2, 2017

Withdrawn

MFRMLS #O5521678

$274,000—
Jul 2, 2017

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #O5521678

$289,900—
Jun 26, 2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #603339701

$219,900—
Jun 26, 2017

Sold

MFRMLS #T2857183

$215,000—
Jun 22, 2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #602851277

$215,000—
Jan 11, 2017

Pending

MFRMLS #T2857183

—
Jan 3, 2017

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #T2857183

$192,600—
Feb 13, 2012

Withdrawn

MFRMLS #V4633502

$139,700—
Aug 11, 2011

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #V4633502

$150,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/12/2026

Price Change

MFRMLS #V4944996

$655,000
12/09/2025

Price Change

MFRMLS #V4944996

$675,000
12/01/2025

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #V4944996

$655,000
11/20/2025

Pending

MFRMLS #V4944996

—
10/24/2025

Price Change

MFRMLS #V4944996

$685,000
09/19/2025

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #V4944996

$695,000
08/19/2025

Expired

MFRMLS #O6288636

$709,000
05/08/2025

Price Change

MFRMLS #O6288636

$729,000
04/10/2025

Price Change

MFRMLS #O6288636

$749,000
04/03/2025

Price Change

MFRMLS #O6288636

$789,000
03/11/2025

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #O6288636

$799,999
03/19/2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #641360451

$100
03/14/2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #641360452

$150,000

-39.5% / yr

10/27/2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #609655216

$300,000

+151.5% / yr

08/02/2017

Withdrawn

MFRMLS #O5521678

$274,000
07/02/2017

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #O5521678

$289,900
06/26/2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #603339701

$219,900
06/26/2017

Sold

MFRMLS #T2857183

$215,000
06/22/2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #602851277

$215,000
01/11/2017

Pending

MFRMLS #T2857183

—
01/03/2017

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #T2857183

$192,600
02/13/2012

Withdrawn

MFRMLS #V4633502

$139,700
08/11/2011

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #V4633502

$150,000

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

Public Records for 500 Forest Lake Drive

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$5,366 ($447 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt1,104 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,104 SqFtStories1Lot Size79,018 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1980Year Renovated1985CountySEMINOLEAPN17-21-29-507-0000-0170

Schools near 500 Forest Lake Drive

This home is within Seminole County Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Bear Lake Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Teague Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Lake Brantley High School
Public - 9 to 12
Seminole Academy Of Digital Learning
Public - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Bear Lake Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Teague Middle School
Public6 to 8

Lake Brantley High School
Public9 to 12

Seminole Academy Of Digital Learning
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 500 Forest Lake Drive, Altamonte Springs, FL 32714

500 Forest Lake Drive is a single family home for sale in Altamonte Springs, FL 32714. This property was listed for sale on September 19, 2025 by KELLER WILLIAMS HERITAGE REALTY, it's currently listed at $655,000. It has been on the market for a total of 110 days and was last sold on March 19, 2019. This listing's school district is Seminole County Public Schools. Nearby schools include Bear Lake Elementary School, Teague Middle School and Lake Brantley High School. 500 Forest Lake Drive is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 2,715 sqft single family home built in 1952.

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