For sale

Price cut: $6K (8/15)

$389,000

1210 E CAROLINE STREET, TAVARES, FL 32778

4beds

2,427sqft

$2,579/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1963

8,750 Square Feet Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$160/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Oversized bay windowsOpen floor planWasher and dryer conveyWater softenerTwo-car carportUpdated kitchen and bathsDual driveways

SELLERS ARE MOTIVATED Mid-Century Modern Lakefront Living in Tavares Welcome to your opportunity to own a beautifully updated lakefront home in the heart of Tavares, America’s Seaplane City. This 4-bedroom, 2-bath home offers nearly 2,500 sq. ft. of thoughtfully renovated living space. Completely updated in 2020, the home features an open-concept layout with oversized bay windows that capture stunning lake views and bring in natural light. The kitchen and bathrooms have been tastefully updated, along with upgraded electrical and plumbing, a water softener, and a 2019 roof. Outside, enjoy the convenience of a two-car carport, dual driveways, and partial fencing plus the true Florida lifestyle. Boat Dock and public boat ramp just minutes away. Located golf cart distance to downtown Tavares, you’re just moments from waterfront dining, festivals, live music, and the entertainment district.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Rooms

Room types: Attic

Primary bedroom

Features: Built-in Closet
Level: First
Area: 261.8 Square Feet
Dimensions: 14x18.7

Bedroom 2

Features: Built-in Closet
Level: First
Area: 144 Square Feet
Dimensions: 12x12

Bedroom 4

Features: No Closet
Level: First
Area: 207 Square Feet
Dimensions: 11.5x18

Primary bathroom

Level: First
Area: 94 Square Feet
Dimensions: 10x9.4

Bathroom 2

Level: First
Area: 50 Square Feet
Dimensions: 10x5

Bathroom 3

Features: Built-in Closet
Level: First
Area: 182 Square Feet
Dimensions: 14x13

Dining room

Level: First
Area: 215.05 Square Feet
Dimensions: 11.5x18.7

Kitchen

Level: First
Area: 368 Square Feet
Dimensions: 23x16

Living room

Level: First
Area: 349.69 Square Feet
Dimensions: 18.7x18.7

Heating

Baseboard, Central

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Water Softener
Laundry: Inside

Features

Attic Fan, Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Stone Counters, Thermostat
Flooring: Vinyl
Windows: Skylight(s)
Has fireplace: No
Fireplace features: Electric, Living Room

Interior area

Total structure area: 2,897
Total interior livable area: 2,427 sqft

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Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Carport
Carport spaces: 2

Features

Levels: One
Stories: 1
Exterior features: Rain Gutters
Has view: Yes
View description: Lake
Has water view: Yes
Water view: Lake
Waterfront features: Lake Front, Lake Privileges

Lot

Size: 8,750 Square Feet

Details

Parcel number: 281926130000A00500
Zoning: RSF-1
Special conditions: None

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Block
Foundation: Slab
Roof: Shingle

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1963

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Pet fee: $0 monthly
Subdivision: TAVARES MINNETONKA

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Tavares

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $160/sqft
Tax assessed value: $276,843
Annual tax amount: $2,020
Date on market: 9/24/2025
Cumulative days on market: 343 days
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Ownership: Fee Simple
Total actual rent: 0
Road surface type: Paved

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
8/15/2026	Price change	$389,000-1.5%$160/sqft
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7/22/2026	Price change	$395,000-1%$163/sqft
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6/9/2026	Price change	$399,000-2.7%$164/sqft
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4/13/2026	Price change	$410,000-2.4%$169/sqft
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2/24/2026	Price change	$420,000-2.3%$173/sqft
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1/23/2026	Price change	$430,000-3.4%$177/sqft
Source: Stellar MLS #G5102449 Report a problem
12/25/2025	Price change	$445,000-1.1%$183/sqft
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11/10/2025	Price change	$450,000-5.3%$185/sqft
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10/16/2025	Price change	$475,000-4.8%$196/sqft
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9/25/2025	Listed for sale	$499,000+149.5%$206/sqft
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3/24/2021	Listing removed	--
Source: Owner Report a problem
3/18/2020	Sold	$200,000+2.6%$82/sqft
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1/23/2020	Listed for sale	$195,000$80/sqft
Source: Owner Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$2,069 +2.4%	$149,800 +2.9%
2024	$2,020 +5.8%	$145,580 +3%
2023	$1,909 +1.6%	$141,340 +3%
2022	$1,879 +3.9%	$137,230 +3%
2021	$1,808 -39.2%	$133,241 -6.2%
2020	$2,972 +610.8%	$142,034 +82.7%
2019	$418 +12%	$77,756 +1.9%
2018	$373 +3%	$76,307 +2.1%
2017	$363 -0.9%	$74,738 +2.1%
2016	$366 -3.2%	$73,201 +0.7%
2015	$378 +0.4%	$72,693 +0.8%
2014	$376 +3%	$72,117 +1.5%
2013	$365 -44.6%	$71,052 +0.2%
2012	$659 +0.5%	$70,929 +3%
2011	$656 -0.2%	$68,864 +1.5%
2010	$657 +4.9%	$67,847 +2.7%
2009	$627 +0.2%	$66,064 +0.1%
2008	$626 -19.5%	$65,999 +3%
2007	$777 -1.2%	$64,077 +2.5%
2006	$787 +3.9%	$62,515 +3%
2005	$758 +4.9%	$60,695
2004	$722 +0.7%	--
2003	$717 +4.2%	$59,217 +4.9%
2002	$688 +13%	$56,475 +1.6%
2001	$609 +3.3%	$55,586 +0.4%
2000	$589	$55,362