Easy living in one of the best areas of town! Beautiful Altamonte Springs UPDATED POOL HOME, situated on a spacious corner lot in the small and serene community of Academy Cove. Zoned for HIGHLY sought-after Lake Brantley, Teague and Bear Lake school district. This beautifully upgraded home offers practical use of space with plenty of room for entertaining inside and out. Relax in this bright open floor plan showcasing a neutral color palette, * * plantation shutters * * , a wood burning fireplace, * * HARDWOOD FLOORS * * and easy-care tile floors throughout. Central kitchen with 42-inch cabinets and an island opens to family room with sliding doors leading to the covered lanai. Split plan offers hardwood floors on all bedrooms plus a private extended master retreat with * * AN UPDATED MASTER BATH * * that boasts dual sinks and a large walk-in shower. Gather with friends and family in the covered patio plus enjoy the screened heated pool and spa. * * MODERN CONCEPTS include NEW DESIGNER ROOF (2017), NEW POOL SKIMMER (2017), WOOD BLINDS AND FABRIC SLIDERS, UPDATED CEILING FANS, UPDATED HARDWARE AND FIXTURES, CUSTOM BUILT-IN BOOKSHELVES IN OFFICE, AND INTERIOR PAINT (2016) * * . Home has also been * * RE-PIPED (2016) * * . Conveniently located nearby shopping, bike trail, fitness centers, local state parks, Seminole State Altamonte Campus, local businesses and great dining choices! Easy access to Maitland, HWY 429 and I-4. Don't miss this ideal home!
Property Description: Corner Unit
Single-familyProperty Type
1994Year Built
0.3 acresLot Size
$229Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Jenny Wemert• WEMERT GROUP REALTY LLC
Listed by Corey Welch• WEMERT GROUP REALTY LLC
Bought with Cheryl Blackmon• FLORIDA HOME TEAM REALTY LLC
Source:Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #O5565238
Redfin Estimate
$618,651
$11K since sold in April 2026$4,000 since September
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Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 12% higher than the average sale price ($552K) of 6 comparable homes.
Easy living in one of the best areas of town! Beautiful Altamonte Springs UPDATED POOL HOME, situated on a spacious corner lot in the small and serene community of Academy Cove. Zoned for HIGHLY sought-after Lake Brantley, Teague and Bear Lake school district. This beautifully upgraded home offers practical use of space with plenty of room for entertaining inside and out. Relax in this bright open floor plan showcasing a neutral color palette, * * plantation shutters * * , a wood burning fireplace, * * HARDWOOD FLOORS * * and easy-care tile floors throughout. Central kitchen with 42-inch cabinets and an island opens to family room with sliding doors leading to the covered lanai. Split plan offers hardwood floors on all bedrooms plus a private extended master retreat with * * AN UPDATED MASTER BATH * * that boasts dual sinks and a large walk-in shower. Gather with friends and family in the covered patio plus enjoy the screened heated pool and spa. * * MODERN CONCEPTS include NEW DESIGNER ROOF (2017), NEW POOL SKIMMER (2017), WOOD BLINDS AND FABRIC SLIDERS, UPDATED CEILING FANS, UPDATED HARDWARE AND FIXTURES, CUSTOM BUILT-IN BOOKSHELVES IN OFFICE, AND INTERIOR PAINT (2016) * * . Home has also been * * RE-PIPED (2016) * * . Conveniently located nearby shopping, bike trail, fitness centers, local state parks, Seminole State Altamonte Campus, local businesses and great dining choices! Easy access to Maitland, HWY 429 and I-4. Don't miss this ideal home!
Property Description
Corner Unit
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #O5384506
Dec 2, 2015
Sold
$338,000
$125/sq ft
Oct 22, 2015
Pending
—
Aug 19, 2015
Relisted
—
Aug 10, 2015
Contingent
—
Aug 5, 2015
Listed
$349,000
$129/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 22, 2003
Sold
$287,500
$107/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 29, 1999
Sold
$228,000
$85/sq ft
Public Records
May 24, 1993
Sold
$37,500
$14/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,372 (+30.9%)
$60,000 + $405,841
$465,841
2024
$4,868 (+2.4%)
$60,000 + $405,841
$465,841
2023
$4,756 (+2.5%)
2022
$4,640 (+1.7%)
2021
$4,565 (+0.7%)
2020
$4,531 (+0.3%)
2019
$4,516 (+12.8%)
$50,000 + $293,792
$343,792
2018
$4,003 (+0.5%)
$50,000 + $287,950
$337,950
2017
$3,982 (+21.6%)
$50,000 + $242,465
$292,465
2015
$3,274 (+0.8%)
$50,000 + $245,318
$295,318
2014
$3,248 (−1.3%)
2013
$3,291 (+16.2%)
2012
$2,832
Tax history for 159 Varsity Cir
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,372 (+30.9%)
$60,000 + $405,841
$465,841
2024
$4,868 (+2.4%)
$60,000 + $405,841
$465,841
2023
$4,756 (+2.5%)
2022
$4,640 (+1.7%)
2021
$4,565 (+0.7%)
2020
$4,531 (+0.3%)
2019
$4,516 (+12.8%)
$50,000 + $293,792
$343,792
2018
$4,003 (+0.5%)
$50,000 + $287,950
$337,950
2017
$3,982 (+21.6%)
$50,000 + $242,465
$292,465
2015
$3,274 (+0.8%)
$50,000 + $245,318
$295,318
2014
$3,248 (−1.3%)
2013
$3,291 (+16.2%)
2012
$2,832
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Zoning and permits
Zoning
Permits
R-1A
Single-Family Dwelling District
These Districts comprise certain lands, water, and structures having a low density of development; they are single-family residential in character and have additional open space where it is desirable and likely that such similar development will occur and continue. Uses are limited primarily to single-family dwellings and such nonresidential uses as are intended to provide service to the immediate and adjacent areas.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Educational/school
Jun 10, 2017 • Final
Reroof residential
Roofing
Jul 27, 2016 • Final
Plumbing - residential
Plumbing
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 4
# of Bathroom Fixtures: 12
Heating & Cooling
Air Conditioning Type: Package
Heating Type: Solar
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace
Exterior
Exterior Information
Floor Construction Type: Concrete
Foundation Type: Continuous Footing
Construction Type: Masonry
Exterior Wall: Cinder Block/Stucco
Roof Covering Type: Composition Shingle
Roof Shape Type: Composition Shingle
Building Improvement Type: Single Family
Pool Information
Has Pool
Property Information
Subdivision Name: ACADEMY COVE
Living Sq. Ft: 2,696
Adjusted Gross Sq. Ft: 3,595
Ground Floor Sq. Ft: 2,696
Building Sq. Ft: 3,595
# of Stories: 1
Legal Description: LOT 40 ACADEMY COVE PB 43 PGS 91 & 92
Parking & Garage Information
Parking Type: Finished Garage
Garage/Parking Sq. Ft: 638
Garage / Carport Type: Finished
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 12,920
Legal Lot Number: 40
Municipality Name: COUNTY-TX DIST 1
Acres: 0.2966
Zoning Code: R-1A
State Use Description: SINGLE FAMILY
Utility Information
Electricity / Wiring Type: Available
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2025
Tax District County: COUNTY-TX DIST 1
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,696
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.3 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1994
Year Renovated: 1994
County: Seminole County
APN: 17212952600000400
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 3, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Bear Lake Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.3mi
6/10
Teague Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi
8/10
Lake Brantley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 108° expected this year, 23 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Altamonte Springs, FL • 32714
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.6 hours in
June and 6.7 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$588,000 – $712,000
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