Welcome to this well-maintained 3 bedroom, 2 bath home situated on an elevated lot with lovely views of Lake Elsie from the front porch. Step inside to a bright, inviting living room featuring vaulted ceilings and a cozy gas fireplace. The kitchen offers abundant workspace with high-gloss black tile countertops and an eat-in dining area that overlooks the lake—an ideal place to enjoy your morning coffee. Relax on the screened back porch where you’ll appreciate the quiet, peaceful surroundings, or spend time greeting the day on the front porch while taking in the water view. The home includes two bathrooms ready for your pink flamingos or personal touch and style. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, and all the events and entertainment in downtown Tavares. If you are seeking a tranquil setting without sacrificing convenience, this home is a wonderful choice. Call and ask about Owner Financing.
Sold for $295,000
$295,000
1131 LAKE ELSIE DRIVE, TAVARES, FL 32778
3beds
1,301sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1996
7,065 Square Feet Lot
$294,600 Zestimate®
$227/sqft
$1,806 Estimated rent
Home value
$294,600
$274,000 - $318,000
$1,806/mo
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Cozy gas fireplaceQuiet peaceful surroundingsVaulted ceilingsScreened back porchHigh-gloss black tile countertops
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Angel O'Brien 804-687-2401,
RIGHT REALTY CONNECTION, INC. 352-602-4710
Bought with:
Lisa Rewis, 3338158
WATSON REALTY CORP
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: G5104278
Originating MLS: Lake and Sumter
Originating MLS: Lake and Sumter
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: En Suite Bathroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x10
Primary bathroom
- Features: Tub With Shower
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Tub With Shower
- Level: First
Balcony porch lanai
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Tile Counters
- Level: First
- Area: 170 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17x10
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 280 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20x14
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, In Garage, Washer Hookup
Features
- Split Bedroom, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Laminate
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Non Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,146
- Total interior livable area: 1,301 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Irrigation System
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Lake
- Body of water: LAKE ELSIE
Lot
- Size: 7,065 Square Feet
- Features: Cul-De-Sac
Details
- Parcel number: 281926250000000900
- Zoning: RMF-2
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1996
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: BB/HS Internet Available, Electricity Connected, Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
- Subdivision: TAVARES WOODS ON LAKE ELSIE LT 01 ORB 1365 PG 1301
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Tavares
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $227/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $217,519
- Annual tax amount: $4,133
- Date on market: 11/9/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 18 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,Owner May Carry,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 0
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/19/2025 | Sold | $295,000-7.7%$227/sqft |
Source:  Stellar MLS #G5104278 Report a problem | ||
| 12/3/2025 | Pending sale | $319,500$246/sqft |
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| 11/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $319,500+8.3%$246/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #G5104278 Report a problem | ||
| 11/6/2025 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 10/29/2025 | Listed for sale | $295,000-6.3%$227/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 12/10/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 12/1/2024 | Price change | $315,000-3.1%$242/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 11/24/2024 | Listed for sale | $325,000+116.7%$250/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 11/21/2024 | Listing removed | $1,900$1/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 11/11/2024 | Listed for rent | $1,900$1/sqft |
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| 10/26/2024 | Listing removed | $1,900$1/sqft |
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| 10/9/2024 | Price change | $1,900-5%$1/sqft |
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| 9/16/2024 | Price change | $2,000-9.1%$2/sqft |
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| 9/11/2024 | Listed for rent | $2,200$2/sqft |
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| 6/11/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 6/7/2024 | Listed for rent | $2,200+15.8%$2/sqft |
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| 8/7/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 7/21/2023 | Price change | $1,900-13.6%$1/sqft |
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| 6/14/2023 | Listed for rent | $2,200+51.7%$2/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #G5070000 Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 6/21/2019 | Listing removed | $1,450$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/24/2019 | Listed for rent | $1,450$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 4/24/2018 | Sold | $150,000-3.2%$115/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/26/2018 | Listed for sale | $155,000+868.8%$119/sqft |
Source: COOK & COMPANY REALTY, INC. #G4854678 Report a problem | ||
| 2/5/1996 | Sold | $16,000$12/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,199 +1.6% | $217,519 +3.9% |
| 2024 | $4,134 +9.2% | $209,390 +10% |
| 2023 | $3,787 +6.6% | $190,360 +10% |
| 2022 | $3,552 +12.8% | $173,060 +10% |
| 2021 | $3,149 +5.2% | $157,330 +10% |
| 2020 | $2,993 -1.8% | $143,027 |
| 2019 | $3,049 +11.1% | $143,027 +10.5% |
| 2018 | $2,746 | $129,443 +38.5% |
| 2017 | $2,746 +152.5% | $93,492 +2.1% |
| 2016 | $1,087 +1.6% | $91,570 +0.7% |
| 2015 | $1,071 +0.5% | $90,934 +0.8% |
| 2014 | $1,065 +7.1% | $90,213 +1.5% |
| 2013 | $994 +0.8% | $88,880 |
| 2012 | $986 -19.2% | $88,880 -10.4% |
| 2011 | $1,221 +1.2% | $99,149 +1.5% |
| 2010 | $1,206 +7.8% | $97,684 +2.7% |
| 2009 | $1,119 +0.3% | $95,116 +0.1% |
| 2008 | $1,116 +14.8% | $95,021 +3% |
| 2007 | $973 -11.4% | $92,254 +2.5% |
| 2006 | $1,098 +3.3% | $90,004 +3% |
| 2005 | $1,062 +5% | $87,383 |
| 2004 | $1,012 +0.3% | -- |
| 2003 | $1,008 +4.3% | $85,255 +4.9% |
| 2002 | $967 +10.5% | $81,306 +1.6% |
| 2001 | $875 -20.5% | $80,026 +2.4% |
| 2000 | $1,100 | $78,151 |
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Neighborhood: 32778
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- Florida
- Lake County
- Tavares
- 32778
- 1131 LAKE ELSIE DRIVE
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