730 W UNIVERSITY AVENUE, DELAND, FL, 32720
Active1 days on marketListed Aug 12, 2026MLS #J1004074
About this home
730 W UNIVERSITY AVENUE
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. All measurements are approximate and not guaranteed.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
5
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
3,002
Sqft
0.43 ac
Lot size
1949
Year built
One
Levels
$147
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record — not generic estimates.
$3,065 /mo · 3.5% down FHA, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
FHA is the default here because it gets you in the door with just 3.5% down. Switch to Conventional or VA below.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
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Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$3,065/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. Your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
Value check
Is the price right?
The internet’s favorite home-value number comes from a single automated model that has never seen the street, the finishes, or the view — which is why it routinely misses by tens of thousands of dollars. The edgeAI estimate combines multiple independent data sources with our team’s on-the-ground expertise in this exact market.
vs edgeAI estimate
+6.8%
$/sqft vs Deland actives
$147 vs $204
Days on market
1 vs 47 typical
Where $147/sqft sits among the 395 Deland actives
The edgeAI estimate is a starting point, not an appraisal or a broker price opinion. It is generated from public records, listing data and market modeling, and is subject to change once a licensed real estate professional personally inspects the property. Condition, floor, view and lot are not fully captured by any model — ask us for a full comparative market analysis.
Where it sits
Inside Deland
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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DELAND 32720 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
34,633
Median age
41.4
Median income
$67,512
Median home value
$280,600
Avg household
2.59
Households w/ children
3,279
For the school run
Volusia County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Deland market
$335K → $349K
Deland median sold, yr/yr
97.6%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
207 of 395
Deland actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Deland, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 35% above the DELAND 32720 median. See the full Deland market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 730 W UNIVERSITY AVENUE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Mar ’26$720,000
404 N CLARA AVENUE · same community
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,968 sqft · $243/sqft · 0 DOM
Sold · Jan ’26$325,000
1520 W BERESFORD AVENUE · same community
5 bd · 3 ba · 2,817 sqft · $115/sqft · 57 DOM
Sold · Jun ’26$374,000
1554 E SILVER HAMMOCK · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,766 sqft · $212/sqft · 195 DOM
Closed-sale data from the MLS, last 12 months, selected for similarity in size and location. No two homes are identical — ask us for a full comparative analysis.
Your home team
The pros in your corner
Buying a home is two conversations — the home and the money. Here’s who handles each, side by side, already working together.
Your agent
Linda Johnson
REALTOR® · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 730 W UNIVERSITY AVENUE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Straight answers
730 W UNIVERSITY AVENUE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 730 W UNIVERSITY AVENUE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $3,065/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
What are the property taxes on 730 W UNIVERSITY AVENUE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $1,455. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
Are pets allowed at 730 W UNIVERSITY AVENUE?+
The listing reports pets: Yes. Communities often layer on breed or weight rules — we'll verify the specifics with the association before you commit.
How does the price compare to other homes in Deland?+
At $439,900, this home is listed about 16% above the Deland median of $380,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 730 W UNIVERSITY AVENUE?+
Deland Middle School (middle), Woodward Avenue Elementary School (elementary), Deland High School (high) — Volusia County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
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