2 Beds
2 Baths
2,266 SqFt
2 Beds
2 Baths
2,266 SqFt
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 2,266 sqft
Price per Sqft $297
Subdivision Mead Manor Unit 4
MLS Listing ID O6436712
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 2
HOA Y/N No
Year Built 1976
Annual Tax Amount $7,816
Lot Size 0.760 Acres
Acres 0.76
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Source Stellar MLS
Property Description
2 BR / 2 BA | Architecturally Significant Waterfront Estate
First time on the market for this piece of living architectural history. Nestled within Oviedo's peaceful and highly coveted Mead Manor neighborhood, this is a rare 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom waterfront estate that transcends conventional real estate.
Described as the design he was “most proud of,” this home by the prolific regional architect Harry Cline Merritt, Jr. (1929-2016) represents the pinnacle of Mid-Century Modern residential design in Florida. Educated at the Harvard Graduate School of Design under the influence of icons Walter Gropius, Paul Rudolph, and Gene Leedy, Professor Merritt went on to shape the architectural landscape of the state. Evaluated by the Florida Division of Historical Resources as potentially eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places, this bespoke home is a certified masterpiece featured in the University of Florida's historic preservation publications.
Unlike speculative tract housing, this two-story architectural gem with its panoramic floor to ceiling windows, large, enclosed courtyard, and unobstructed views of the property's rare and largely untouched “0ld Florida” landscape, harkens the magical feeling of living in a treehouse, while offering an intimate, highly curated architectural experience.
*Signature Merritt Authorship: Features Merritt's hallmark Ocala block construction and custom detailing, seamlessly marrying organic structural integrity with artistic design. Locally sourced cypress interior features including kitchen cabinets and a custom cherry wood dining table.
*Integration of Indoor & Outdoor Living: Site-specific planning incorporates expansive glazing (floor-to-ceiling glass) that floods the home with natural light and frames uninterrupted, panoramic views of the tree canopy.
*Climate-Responsive Design: Engineered with mid-century climate-responsive features that naturally complement the Florida atmosphere.
*Impeccable Stewardship: Lovingly cared for through the years as a single-family home, the current, second-generation owners have executed thoughtful updates and system-level improvements, preserved the home's functional integrity, while safeguarded its historic and ecological soul.
Situated on a tranquil lakeside lot in Mead Manor, you are surrounded by mature natural beauty while remaining minutes from the heart of Oviedo in Seminole County., with easy access to the Orlando International Airport, Theme Parks, and world class medical care. In addition, Seminole County is home to the University of Central Florida, and is centrally located within the State providing easy access to major interstate travel routes I4 / I95 / I75
With market demand for Merritt-designed homes firmly established—and comparable properties like Gainesville's National Register-listed Weil-Cassisi House commanding million-dollar valuations—the Hodgin Residence represents a rare category of historic value and investment that conventional appraisal metrics simply cannot fully capture.
A trophy property for the Mid-Century Modern purist, design enthusiast, or buyer seeking an authentic “Old Florida” lakeside sanctuary. Own a documented piece of Florida's architectural legacy. Updated electric, newer AC, HW heater, 2017 roof, new insulated garage door. This home is awaiting the discerning buyer with an appreciation for architectural and ecological preservation.
Location
State FL
County Seminole
Community Mead Manor Unit 4
Area 32765 - Oviedo
Zoning R-1A
Interior
Interior Features Cathedral Ceiling(s), Open Floorplan, PrimaryBedroom Upstairs
Heating Heat Pump
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Carpet, Slate, Terrazzo
Furnishings Unfurnished
Fireplace false
Appliance Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Laundry Inside
Exterior
Exterior Feature Lighting
Parking Features Garage Door Opener
Garage Spaces 1.0
Fence Wood
Utilities Available Electricity Connected, Water Connected
Waterfront Description Pond
View Y/N Yes
Water Access No
View Trees/Woods, Water
Roof Type Shingle
Attached Garage true
Exposure South
Garage true
Private Pool No
Building
Lot Description Corner Lot, City Limits
Entry Level Two
Foundation Slab
Lot Size Range 1/2 to less than 1
Sewer Septic Tank
Water Public
Architectural Style Mid-Century Modern
Structure Type Block,Frame
New Construction false
Schools
Elementary Schools Lawton Elementary
Middle Schools Jackson Heights Middle
High Schools Oviedo High
Others
Senior Community No
Ownership Fee Simple
Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional
Listing Terms Cash, Conventional
Special Listing Condition None
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