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Overview

2 bd2 ba1,098 sqftSingle Family
TypeSingle Family
HOANone listed
Built1952
Lot15,184 sqft
Living area1,098 sqft
Price / sqft$209

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Ceiling Fans(s)Dry BarKitchen/Family Room ComboOpen FloorplanSplit BedroomStone CountersWalk-in Closet(s)Window Treatments

1111 Dora Ave is a 1952-built home in Tavares Tavares Heights, Tavares. Inside you'll find 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,098 square feet of living space. Listed at $230,000 (about $209/sqft), 72 days on market. Flood zone X - outside the FEMA high-risk areas, which keeps insurance manageable.

From the listing

Welcome to this beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home situated on an oversized, fully fenced lot in the heart of Tavares. The open-concept layout features an updated kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a breakfast bar that overlooks the spacious living room, making it perfect for entertaining. A desirable split-bedroom floor plan provides added privacy, while both bedrooms offer generous walk-in closets. This home has been thoughtfully updated with a 2021 metal roof, 2025 double-pane windows, 2025 luxury vinyl plank flooring, 2021 exterior paint, and 2026 interior paint. The primary bathroom was completely remodeled in 2026 and features quartz countertops, a beautifully tiled quartz walk-in shower, and a luxurious rainfall shower head. Step outside to enjoy the 12' x 20' covered porch overlooking the expansive backyard. The property also includes a large chicken coop, a 10' x 10' storage building with an attached 8' x 10' covered overhang, all situated on a concrete slab. The oversized yard is fully fenced and includes a double gate, providing easy access for parking boats, RVs, trailers, or other equipment. Conveniently located in Tavares, you'll be just minutes from shopping, restaurants, entertainment, and local businesses. Enjoy quick access to nearby boat ramps leading to Florida's renowned Chain of Lakes, where you can spend the day exploring waterfront restaurants, scenic waterways, and some of Central Florida's best bass fishing. This move-in-ready property offers the perfect combination of modern updates, outdoor space, and an unbeatable location.

The essentials

Built
1952
Price / sqft
$209
On market
72 days
Annual tax
$1,025
Flood zone
X · Low risk
Lot
15,184 sqft
Type
Single Family Residence

At a glance

Single family
Built 1952
0.35 acres
Lot size
1,098 sqft
Living area

Payment

Est. monthly payment
$1,400/mo
Down payment (20%)
$46,000
Property taxes
$85/mo
Rate assumed
6.8% · 30 yr
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Details

Type
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1952
Lot
15,184 sqft
Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Central
Parking
Boat, Circular Driveway, Driveway, Oversized, RV Access/Parking
Days on Market
72
Ceiling Fans(s)
Dry Bar
Kitchen/Family Room Combo
Open Floorplan
Split Bedroom
Stone Counters
Walk-in Closet(s)
Window Treatments
Private Mailbox
Private Yard
Storage
Dryer
Electric Water Heater
Exhaust Fan
Freezer
Range
Range Hood
Refrigerator
Washer
Elementary
Tavares Elem
Middle
Tavares Middle
High
Tavares High

Districts can re-zone, so verify directly with the district before relying on these.

Homestead exemption on file Flood Zone X
Annual Tax (2025)
$1,025
Parcel #
28-19-26-1900-00N-03900

Taxes reflect the most recent assessment in the MLS feed. Actual tax owed can vary, so confirm with the county property appraiser before closing.

Subdivision
Tavares Tavares Heights
County
Lake
MLS Area
32778 - Tavares / Deer Island
Lot Size
15,184 sqft
ClearedCity LimitsLandscapedLevelOversized LotPaved

Price history

Date
Event
Price
10/8/2026
Price change
Source: Stellar MLS #O6430713
$230,000-6.1%
$209/sqft
-
Price change
Source: Stellar MLS #O6430713
$244,900-2.0%
$223/sqft
8/4/2026
Listed for sale
Source: Stellar MLS #O6430713
$249,900
$228/sqft

Neighborhood

1111 Dora Ave
Tavares, FL, 32778 · 32778 - Tavares / Deer Island

Market insights

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List price: $230,000
$225,000 – $230,000
97.9% – 100% of listTops out right at the list price
80% of listList price
114 of the last 227 home closings in 32778 landed at this number or higher (50%). The median one sat 50 days before it went under contract, and this one is on day 72 after a $19,900 cut.

Sample: 227 closed home sales in 32778 over the last 8 months, Stellar MLS. A starting point, not a guarantee.

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Est. monthly payment
$1,400/mo
Principal & interest$1,200
Property taxes$85
Insurance$115
Down payment20% · $46,000
Interest rate6.80%
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Quick answers.

Price

$230,000

$209 per sq ft

Beds and baths

2 beds, 2 baths

Size

1,098 sq ft

Time on market

72 days

Year built

1952

Monthly payment

About $1,400/mo

That is 20% down on a 30-year fixed at 6.8%, plus the home's $1,025 annual tax bill, insurance.

Flood zone

Zone X

That is outside the high-risk areas, so flood insurance is usually optional rather than required by a lender.

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Brokered byMARGAUX REALTY INCListing agent: Adolfo Pereira IVListing data from Stellar MLS, MLS# O6430713.

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