$699,995
1210 Gem Lane
Lake Helen, FL 32744
Property type
Year built
Lot size
Price / sq ft
HOA dues
Days on market
Flood zone
About this home
Officially Relaunched – 5.4 Acres of Private Lakefront Living on Lake Colby This rare Lake Helen property has been strategically repositioned and is being reintroduced to the market to align with today’s acreage and lakefront demand. Discover a rare chance to live an authentic lifestyle: 5.4 acres of private lakefront land on beautiful Lake Colby, where your days can include fishing at sunrise, watching wildlife, tending to your horses, or building the homestead you have always imagined. This is not just a property. It is a complete lifestyle shift if you have been searching for space, freedom, nature, and possibility. Welcome home. Tucked away at the end of a quiet road, this property offers unmatched privacy and a peacefulness that is increasingly difficult to find in Lake Helen. Whether you dream of raising animals, expanding your family compound, starting a hobby farm, or creating a waterfront retreat, this land provides the setting to make those dreams a reality. Bring your horses. The property includes stables and open land for grazing. Bring your chickens, goats, dogs, or livestock. There is room here for a full homestead lifestyle. With private lake frontage on Lake Colby, you can fish, kayak, paddle, or take a small boat out from your own backyard. Spend evenings by the water watching the sky turn gold and mornings greeted by deer, cranes, and natural wildlife that roam the property. A large metal workshop-style structure provides flexibility for storage, equipment, hobbies, vehicles, boats, or projects. The acreage also offers potential for expansion, additional structures, or future customization. The existing home provides a warm and comfortable place to live while you create your long-term vision. Enjoy evenings by the wood-burning fireplace after a day outdoors. The large front porch overlooking the water offers an ideal setting for morning coffee or sunset relaxation. A 30-amp RV hookup with septic connection adds further flexibility for guests or travel. Although the property feels secluded, it remains conveniently located near I-4, DeLand, downtown Lake Helen, and surrounding amenities—offering peaceful country living without sacrificing access. This is not the typical Lake Helen or Deltona home. This is for the buyer who wants land, water, privacy, and the opportunity to build a lifestyle with space and purpose. With improved positioning and renewed momentum, this is the moment to explore what 5.4 acres of lakefront opportunity can provide. Schedule your private tour and experience the land, the lake, and the lifestyle firsthand.
Estimated monthly payment
Estimate only. Taxes use the listing's reported amount where available; insurance is a Florida-average estimate. Your actual payment will vary — run a full calculation or talk to a lender.
Price & listing history182 days on market
- Status: ActiveOct 20, 2025
- Listed$775,000Oct 20, 2025
- Price reduced$699,995
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Facts & features
- Property type
- Residential
- Sub type
- Single Family Residence
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 182
- Subdivision
- Na
- County
- Volusia
- Year built
- 1980
- Living area
- 1,380 sq ft
- Price/sq ft
- $507
- Building area
- 1,776 sq ft (Public Records)
- Lot size
- 235,224 sq ft
- Lot category
- 5 to less than 10
- Flood zone
- A (12127C0630K)
- Annual taxes
- $1,183 (2024)
- Parcel #
- 18-31-04-00-00-0161
- Zoning
- A-3
- MLS #
- V4945494
Interior Details
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Full bathrooms
- 2
- Flooring
- Ceramic Tile
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Filtration System
- Interior features
- Ceiling Fans(s)
- Laundry
- Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Closet, Washer Hookup
- Stories / Levels
- One
- Direction faces
- North
- Fireplace
- Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
HOA & Financial
- Total monthly fees
- $0/mo
- Total annual fees
- $0
- CDD
- No
- Homestead exemption
- Yes
- Listing terms
- Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
- Ownership
- Fee Simple
- Available for lease
- No
Exterior & Construction
- Exterior features
- Lighting, RV Hookup
- Construction materials
- Block
- Roof
- Shingle
- Foundation
- Slab
- Waterfront
- Yes
- Water access
- Yes
- Water view
- Yes
- Road surface
- Limerock
Utilities
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Water source
- Private, Well
- Utilities
- Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Water Connected
Schools
Letter grades: Florida DOE 2024–25 school grades (Orange, Seminole, Lake, Osceola, Brevard). Assigned schools from the listing agent — verify enrollment with the district.
Room Details
| Room | Level | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Bedroom | First | 12x15 |
| Bedroom 2 | First | 10x12 |
| Living Room | First | 14x20 |
| Dining Room | First | 7x8 |
| Kitchen | First | 10x10 |
Listing Details
- Listing date
- 2025-10-20
- On market date
- 2025-10-20
- Original list price
- $775,000
- Occupant type
- Vacant
- MLS area
- 32744 - Lake Helen
- Listing AOR
- West Volusia
- Home warranty
- Yes
- Status changed
- 2025-10-20
- Tax legal description
- 4-18-31 N 665.73 FT OF S 1322.74 FT MEAS ON W/L OF W 1/4 OF N 1/2 OF GOV LOT 5 PER OR 2617 PG 1352 PER OR 6010 PG 2860 PER OR 7208 PG 1900
Flood risk
FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area (1% annual-chance / “100-year” floodplain). Flood insurance is generally required by mortgage lenders.
Source: FEMA flood zone reported on the listing. Confirm current designation at FEMA Flood Map Service Center.
Location
Directions
From Howland Boulevard, go onto Catalina Boulevard towards Lake Helen, and make a left turn onto Lake Helen-Osteen Road. Turn left onto McCracken Road, drive .5 miles, then turn right onto Gem Lane. Continue on Gem Lane until you reach 1210 Gem Lane.
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