23217 Thomas Allen Rd, Howey in the Hills, FL 34737
About this home
Under contract-accepting backup offers. Picturesque property off the beaten path in the heart of Howey in the Hills, Florida. This private property totals five (5) acres split amongst 2.8 dry acres ready for your weekend/holiday getaways or long-term residence. The 2.2 acres resting on a private, sand bottom spring-fed lake is freshwater fisherman's paradise as you will have access to over 17+ acres of fresh water. The property has recently been cleared and trimmed, amplifying the beauty of the lake and ageless willow trees. The property boasts the following amenities: - Well water, Septic & Electrical already in place for future developments - Zoned agricultural - No HOA - Fence running the entire length of the property to the lake - Plenty of storage for RV, Boat, and other outdoor living toys - Mobile home currently rests at the head of the property and can be used as camp while you build your dream home - Due to the age and condition of the home, it is not financeable or insurable. Owners are willing to hold the note for serious prospective buyers that meet the proper requirements (please inquire further with realtor). All information deemed reliable but must be verified by buyers. All room measurements are approx. and must be also verified by buyers.
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
4.87 Acres
Year renovated
1992
Sq. Ft.
1,344
Year built
1980
Style
Vacant Land
County
Lake County
APN
05-21-25-0003-000-05000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
—
Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 15, 2026.
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YALAHA - LAKE APOPKA RPA
Agriculture District
The purpose and intent of the district is to provide an area where low-Density rural Development can occur while preserving Environmentally Sensitive areas. The continued use of the Land for traditional agricultural purposes is maintained where consistent with Best Management Practices and policies of the Lake County Comprehensive Plan. This overlay district will protect Environmentally Sensitive areas while encouraging rural uses which prevent further Encroachment by urban uses.
Directions: Take SR19 in Howey in the Hills towards Clermont, take a right onto E. Dewey Robbins Road and follow down to the stop sign (the road turns to a dirt road at this point, but it is compact), continue past the stop sign and take a right onto Thomas Allen Road and follow to home on the left. There is a sign out front.
Community Information
Pets Allowed: Yes
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,344
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 4.87 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: 1980
Year Renovated: 1992
County: Lake County
APN: 05-21-25-0003-000-05000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 15, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Third Party YN: 1
Listing Information
Attribution Contact: 352-409-4811
Previous Status: Pending
Backups Requested YN: 1
Listing Date Information
Days to Contract: 132
Status Contractual Search Date: 2023-08-04
Listing Price Information
Calculated List Price By Calculated Sq Ft: 156.25
Green Information
Green Verification Count: 0
Direction Faces: East
Home Information
Living Area: 1344
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Public Records
Living Area Meters: 124.86
Building Area Total: 1494
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Public Records
Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
Stories Total: 1
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
Astatula Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 6.6mi
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Tavares Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 8.0mi
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Tavares High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 10.5mi
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
5/10 Fire Factor
7% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 108° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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