HARRIS CHAIN OF LAKES-Living the Florida Lifestyle at its BEST! This beautiful Harris Chain Lakefront pool home features 4 bedrooms, with 4 baths and was custom built in 2014 with an exceptional comfortable lifestyle in mind. Nestled between Lake Dora and Lake Beauclaire on a 1.68 acre lot with 129 feet of direct Lake Beauclaire waterfront, this luxury property offers breathtaking sunrises and sunsets with front views of Lake Dora and back views of Lake Beauclaire. Double entry glass doors welcome you to the spacious foyer and the open floorplan showcasing the soaring ceilings with quality custom finishes throughout. Designed for both everyday living and entertaining, this waterfront pool home offers a split plan for a very private owner's suite as well as a spacious 4th bedroom situated on the opposite side of the main floor. French doors in the gathering room lead to a covered lanai overlooking the screened solar-heated pool with tranquil fountains, creating the perfect indoor-outdoor Florida lifestyle. The private backyard retreat features a charming pergola draped in beautiful flowering plants, ideal for relaxing or entertaining guests. Follow the paved walkway to the impressive two-story boathouse and private dock setting on the renowned Harris Chain of Lakes, offering endless opportunities for boating, fishing, and waterfront recreation. This exceptional Central Florida lakefront home combines luxury, privacy, and convenient to downtown Mount Dora and Tavares dining, shopping, and entertainment. Close to Deer Island Golf Course but without the HOA! County taxes with the benefit of public amenities- city water and sewer. Just a short distance to beautiful Downtown Mount Dora by the way of car or boat! Don't miss out on seeing this amazing Chain of Lakes property!
For sale
$1,395,000
16948 Deer Island Rd, Tavares, FL 32778
4beds
2,834sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2014
1.69 Acres Lot
$1,314,100 Zestimate®
$492/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Private backyard retreatPaved walkwayDouble entry glass doorsOpen floorplanQuality custom finishes throughoutTranquil fountainsBreathtaking sunrises and sunsets
- 31 days |
- 1,586 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Carla Robles 407-462-2347,
WATSON REALTY CORP 407-323-3200
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: O6406612
Originating MLS: Orlando Regional
Originating MLS: Orlando Regional
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Rooms
- Room types: Den/Library/Office, Loft
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16x14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: Second
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15x11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: Second
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x13
Bedroom 4
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15x14
Dinette
- Level: First
- Area: 81 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9x9
Great room
- Features: Storage Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 288 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18x16
Kitchen
- Features: Storage Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 255 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17x15
Loft
- Level: Second
- Area: 135 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15x9
Office
- Level: First
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x10
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Water Filtration System, Wine Refrigerator
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Coffered Ceiling(s), Crown Molding, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Pest Guard System, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Surface Counters, Split Bedroom, Thermostat, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Laminate
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Electric
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,519
- Total interior livable area: 2,834 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Irrigation System, Lighting, Rain Gutters, Sidewalk
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Screen Enclosure, Solar Heat
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Lake
- Waterfront features: Lake Front, Lake Privileges, Lift, Seawall, Skiing Allowed
- Body of water: LAKE BEAUCLAIRE
Lot
- Size: 1.69 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Boat House
- Parcel number: 022026020000000600
- Zoning: R-3
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Metal,Shingle
Condition
- Completed
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2014
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Canal/Lake For Irrigation, Public
- Utilities for property: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Propane, Public, Sprinkler Recycled
Community & HOA
Community
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
- Subdivision: DEER ISLAND ESTATES
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Tavares
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $492/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $823,711
- Annual tax amount: $7,378
- Date on market: 5/25/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 30 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 0
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Asphalt, Paved
Estimated market value
$1,314,100
$1.25M - $1.38M
$3,744/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,395,000+32.9%$492/sqft |
Source:  Stellar MLS #O6406612 Report a problem | ||
| 10/30/2023 | Sold | $1,050,000-4.5%$371/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #G5072188 Report a problem | ||
| 10/12/2023 | Pending sale | $1,100,000$388/sqft |
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| 10/11/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,100,000$388/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #G5072188 Report a problem | ||
| 10/2/2023 | Pending sale | $1,100,000$388/sqft |
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| 9/18/2023 | Price change | $1,100,000-8.3%$388/sqft |
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| 8/18/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,200,000+96.7%$423/sqft |
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| 7/12/2018 | Sold | $610,000-6.1%$215/sqft |
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| 5/19/2018 | Listed for sale | $649,900+13%$229/sqft |
Source: DAVE LOWE REALTY, INC. #G5001504 Report a problem | ||
| 12/7/2017 | Sold | $575,000-4%$203/sqft |
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| 10/24/2017 | Pending sale | $599,000$211/sqft |
Source: Premier Sotheby's International Realty #O5541187 Report a problem | ||
| 10/14/2017 | Listed for sale | $599,000+459.8%$211/sqft |
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| 7/24/2012 | Sold | $107,000-27.2%$38/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/19/2012 | Price change | $146,900-0.7%$52/sqft |
Source: BLISS REAL ESTATE OF FLORIDA #G4678569 Report a problem | ||
| 1/24/2012 | Price change | $147,900-1.3%$52/sqft |
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| 11/30/2011 | Listed for sale | $149,900+57.8%$53/sqft |
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| 7/9/2002 | Sold | $95,000$34/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,378 +2.3% | $521,340 +2.9% |
| 2024 | $7,211 +3% | $506,652 -0.7% |
| 2023 | $7,003 +3.4% | $510,030 +3% |
| 2022 | $6,773 +3.7% | $495,180 +3% |
| 2021 | $6,531 -4.9% | $480,762 +1.4% |
| 2020 | $6,870 +0.4% | $474,125 +2.3% |
| 2019 | $6,840 +5.3% | $463,466 +3% |
| 2018 | $6,497 | $449,899 +23.9% |
| 2017 | $6,497 +24.8% | $363,255 +7.9% |
| 2016 | $5,206 +6.2% | $336,635 +0.7% |
| 2015 | $4,902 +195.7% | $334,295 +218.4% |
| 2014 | $1,658 +6.1% | $104,993 |
| 2013 | $1,562 -1% | $104,993 |
| 2012 | $1,578 +0.1% | $104,993 -0.1% |
| 2011 | $1,577 -19.6% | $105,047 -18.5% |
| 2010 | $1,962 +0.1% | $128,861 |
| 2009 | $1,960 -15.5% | $128,861 -15.6% |
| 2008 | $2,320 -0.3% | $152,674 |
| 2007 | $2,325 +49.5% | $152,674 +61.3% |
| 2006 | $1,556 -1.3% | $94,630 -0.3% |
| 2005 | $1,576 +10.1% | $94,882 |
| 2004 | $1,432 -3.4% | -- |
| 2003 | $1,483 -14.9% | $85,818 -21.8% |
| 2002 | $1,741 | $109,720 +1.5% |
| 2001 | $1,741 -1.7% | $108,080 |
| 2000 | $1,771 | $108,080 |
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Neighborhood: 32778
Nearby schools
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- 5/10Astatula Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 5.3 mi
- 5/10Tavares Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4 mi
- 4/10Tavares High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4 mi
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- 32778
- 16948 Deer Island Rd
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