730 University Ave
One of a kind! This lovely home was first built in 1949 and Local Lore has it that Stetson University students built this home as a Bomb Shelter. This Solid Concrete Block home has over 3,000 Square Feet on Nearly Half an Acre with 5 bedrooms, Office/Flex room, 3 full baths, concrete block workshop with carport and separate shed. NEW 2026 ROOF! You will be in awe of the fabulous updates that include luxury vinyl flooring, new lighting while still keeping the historic preservation of the wood stove. Gourmet kitchen has granite countertops, beautiful kitchen island, new fridge and stove that overlooks the chic dining room with a lovely farmhouse light fixture. Double doors that opens to your one of two massive screened in lanais. This fabulous home has enough space to invite your entire family and friends. All bedrooms are large in size. There is a newer constructed side that includes a 2nd large living room with wet bar with an oversized master bedroom, double-sided gas fireplace, impressive laundry room and an elegant master bath. This wing is ideal for multigenerational living or flex use. Here you will find your 2nd massive screened in lanai. You will also love having peace of mind especially in hurricane season that you have a Tankless Gas Water Heater and A Natural Gas Whole-House Generator for Added Efficiency. Freshly painted the entire interior and exterior. This home is truly a conversation piece, and this unique/renovated property can be yours today. University dead-ends to Stetson University. This would also be ideal for 5 or 6 students to be close to campus. Let your imagination run wild! Close proximity to the charming downtown area of Deland with shops, restaurants and events.
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Woodward Avenue Elementary School
Ese Related Services
Citrus Grove Elementary School
Pk Child Care Program
Edith I. Starke Elementary School
George W. Marks Elementary School
Boston Avenue Charter School
Southwestern Middle School
School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
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| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $438,400 |
Listed by Tammy Cherry · Charles Rutenberg Realty Orlando LLC
IDX information is provided exclusively for personal, non-commercial use, and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. The listing broker’s offer of compensation is made only to participants of the MLS where the listing is filed. Copyright 2026, Daytona Beach Area Association of REALTORS. All rights reserved.
Last Updated: September 29, 2026 at 9:58 PM | Source: Daytona Beach Area Association of REALTORS | MLS#: 1229538

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