Price Improvement on this Charming Updated Home in Tavares – Move-In Ready! Welcome to 1240 Cedar Ave, a beautifully updated 3 bedroom, 1.5-bathroom home sitting on a quiet, no-HOA street in the heart of Tavares. This inviting property offers modern updates, comfortable living spaces, and a private backyard retreat — all without rear neighbors! Step inside to find vinyl flooring throughout the kitchen, living room and hallway creating a seamless flow and low-maintenance lifestyle. The updated kitchen is a true highlight, featuring new cabinets, granite countertops and stainless-steel appliances – perfect for cooking and entertaining. Each of the bedrooms are spacious and offer ceramic tile floors and ceiling fans. Both bathrooms have been refreshed with modern vanities and finishes. The exterior of the home shines with fresh paint (10/2025) and a New Roof in 2023, offering peace of mind for years to come. A 1-car garage provides convenient storage, while the sizable backyard with an entertaining patio is ideal for gatherings, relaxing, or enjoying Florida’s beautiful weather – with no rear neighbors for added privacy. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, downsizing, or looking for an investment opportunity, this move-in-ready home checks all the boxes. Don’t miss your chance to live in a peaceful setting just minutes from Downtown Tavares, local lakes, parks, restaurants and shopping. Schedule your private showing today! All information recorded in the MLS is intended to be accurate however, it should be independently verified by buyer and their agent. Check out the Virtual Tour!
Sold for $255,000
$255,000
1240 Cedar Ave, Tavares, FL 32778
3beds
1,026sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1986
9,000 Square Feet Lot
$255,200 Zestimate®
$249/sqft
$1,729 Estimated rent
Home value
$255,200
$237,000 - $276,000
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Listed by:
Amanda Harrison 407-741-3547,
HARRISON REAL PROPERTY GROUP 407-741-3547
Bought with:
Daryl Szelengiewicz, 3122072
PREMIER PROPERTIES LLC
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: G5103013
Originating MLS: Lake and Sumter
Originating MLS: Lake and Sumter
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 134.43 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.1x11.11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 94.89 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.7x8.11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 78.67 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.7x8.11
Primary bathroom
- Level: First
- Area: 33.12 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7.2x4.6
Bathroom 2
- Level: First
- Area: 34.79 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4.9x7.1
Dinette
- Description: Room3
- Level: First
- Area: 62.79 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6.9x9.1
Kitchen
- Description: Room1
- Level: First
- Area: 82.9 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.11x9.1
Living room
- Description: Room2
- Level: First
- Area: 205.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.7x15
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, In Garage, Washer Hookup
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Eating Space In Kitchen, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Thermostat
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Vinyl
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,470
- Total interior livable area: 1,026 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: Garage Dimensions: 27x12
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Other
- Fencing: Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 9,000 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 120 x 75
- Features: Cleared, City Lot
- Residential vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Oak Trees, Trees/Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 311926100000001300
- 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: 1986
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Public, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
- Subdivision: TAVARES WOODLEA SUB
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Tavares
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $249/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $198,961
- Annual tax amount: $1,210
- Date on market: 10/7/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 48 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 0
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/22/2025 | Sold | $255,000-1.5%$249/sqft |
Source:  Stellar MLS #G5103013 Report a problem | ||
| 11/25/2025 | Contingent | $259,000$252/sqft |
Source: My State MLS #11586180 Report a problem | ||
| 11/25/2025 | Pending sale | $259,000$252/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #G5103013 Report a problem | ||
| 10/22/2025 | Price change | $259,000-3.7%$252/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #G5103013 Report a problem | ||
| 10/7/2025 | Listed for sale | $269,000+115.2%$262/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #G5103013 Report a problem | ||
| 12/7/2017 | Sold | $125,000$122/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,297 +2.9% | $109,800 +2.9% |
| 2024 | $1,261 +6.5% | $106,710 +3% |
| 2023 | $1,184 +2.5% | $103,610 +3% |
| 2022 | $1,155 +4.5% | $100,600 +3% |
| 2021 | $1,106 -2.7% | $97,676 +1.4% |
| 2020 | $1,137 +2.1% | $96,328 +2.3% |
| 2019 | $1,114 +5.2% | $94,163 +1.9% |
| 2018 | $1,058 | $92,408 +73% |
| 2017 | $1,058 +91.5% | $53,408 +2.1% |
| 2016 | $553 -0.7% | $52,310 +0.7% |
| 2015 | $556 -0.8% | $51,947 +0.8% |
| 2014 | $561 +5.9% | $51,535 +1.5% |
| 2013 | $530 +1.4% | $50,774 |
| 2012 | $522 -8.3% | $50,774 -8.9% |
| 2011 | $570 -0.2% | $55,764 +1.5% |
| 2010 | $571 +5.3% | $54,940 +2.7% |
| 2009 | $542 +0.2% | $53,496 +0.1% |
| 2008 | $541 -0.1% | $53,443 +3% |
| 2007 | $542 -0.5% | $51,887 +2.5% |
| 2006 | $545 +4.8% | $50,622 +3% |
| 2005 | $520 +5.9% | $49,148 |
| 2004 | $491 +1.4% | -- |
| 2003 | $484 +5.2% | $47,951 +4.9% |
| 2002 | $460 +13.7% | $45,731 +1.6% |
| 2001 | $405 +4.6% | $45,011 +0.3% |
| 2000 | $387 | $44,879 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 32778
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GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Tavares Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 2.1 mi
- 5/10Tavares Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.5 mi
- 4/10Tavares High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Tavares Elem
- Middle: Tavares Middle
- High: Tavares High
Source: Stellar MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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