Under contract-accepting backup offers. Virtually Staged. This Single family Ranch style home in Tavares, Florida, set on a generous quarter-acre lot and surrounded by natural beauty is ready for a new owner. Offering three bedrooms and two bathrooms, this home delivers comfortable living with plenty of square footage and a thoughtful, open layout. Inside, you’ll find coffered ceilings that add character and height, along with tile flooring throughout and no carpet anywhere, making the home both stylish and easy to maintain. The kitchen and bathrooms are finished with granite countertops, providing a clean, timeless look that pairs perfectly with everyday functionality. This home also offers significant value with key recent upgrades, including a newer roof, a water heater installed in 2024, and major systems updated in 2025, including the HVAC, refrigerator, and washer—providing added efficiency and peace of mind for years to come. This home also offers significant value with key recent upgrades, including a newer roof, a water heater installed in 2024, and major systems updated in 2025, including the HVAC, refrigerator, and washer providing added efficiency and peace of mind for years to come. One of the standout features is the expansive screened-in lanai, stretching the full length of the home. With tile flooring and ample space, it’s ideal for relaxing, entertaining, or creating your own indoor-outdoor retreat, endless possibilities await. The home offers easy access to Downtown Tavares, the Seaplane Base, Lake Dora, and the charming shops and dining of Mount Dora, along with nearby parks, marinas, and major roadways. This is Florida living at its best, space, comfort, nature, and location all coming together in one beautiful home.
Accepting backups
Price cut: $10K (6/21)
$340,000
209 FIRST STREET, TAVARES, FL 32778
3beds
1,972sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1981
0.25 Acres Lot
$329,100 Zestimate®
$172/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Surrounded by natural beautyGenerous quarter-acre lotNewer roofThoughtful open layoutTile flooring throughout
- 205 days |
- 505 |
- 32 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Carlos DeJesus 407-818-6868,
EXIT REALTY 4CORNERS 863-344-3948,
Karol Alvarenga 321-201-5318,
EXIT REALTY 4CORNERS
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: S5142540
Originating MLS: Osceola

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Coffered Ceiling(s), Split Bedroom, Stone Counters
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile
- Doors: Sliding Doors
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,666
- Total interior livable area: 1,972 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Irrigation System, Private Mailbox
Lot
- Size: 0.25 Acres
- Dimensions: 100 x 110
Details
- Parcel number: 201926040000000300
- Zoning: RSF-1
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Stucco
- Foundation: Block, Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1981
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Sewer Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
- Subdivision: TAVARES VISTA DEL LARGO WATER PLANT SITE
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Tavares
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $172/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $345,540
- Annual tax amount: $6,430
- Date on market: 1/28/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 205 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 0
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
$329,100
Estimated sales range
$313,000 - $346,000
Rent Zestimate®
$2,144/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/14/2026 | Contingent | $340,000$172/sqft |
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| 8/11/2026 | Pending sale | $340,000$172/sqft |
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| 8/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $340,000$172/sqft |
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| 8/11/2026 | Contingent | $340,000$172/sqft |
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| 6/21/2026 | Price change | $340,000-2.9%$172/sqft |
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| 6/7/2026 | Price change | $350,000-2.8%$177/sqft |
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| 5/8/2026 | Price change | $360,000-2.7%$183/sqft |
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| 4/22/2026 | Price change | $370,000-2.6%$188/sqft |
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| 4/2/2026 | Price change | $380,000-2.3%$193/sqft |
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| 2/20/2026 | Price change | $389,000-1.5%$197/sqft |
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| 1/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $395,000+64.6%$200/sqft |
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| 4/12/2019 | Sold | $240,000-2%$122/sqft |
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| 2/14/2019 | Listed for sale | $244,900+53.2%$124/sqft |
Source: LA ROSA REALTY, LLC #G5012031 Report a problem | ||
| 11/2/2018 | Sold | $159,900-3%$81/sqft |
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| 9/13/2018 | Listed for sale | $164,900$84/sqft |
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| 9/13/2018 | Pending sale | $164,900$84/sqft |
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| 8/25/2018 | Price change | $164,900-5.8%$84/sqft |
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| 7/9/2018 | Price change | $175,000-6.5%$89/sqft |
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| 7/7/2018 | Listed for sale | $187,200$95/sqft |
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| 7/7/2018 | Pending sale | $187,200$95/sqft |
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| 6/5/2018 | Listed for sale | $187,200+70%$95/sqft |
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| 2/27/2018 | Sold | $110,100-32.5%$56/sqft |
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| 12/4/2003 | Sold | $163,000$83/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,430 +5.7% | $327,370 +10% |
| 2024 | $6,085 +8.8% | $297,610 +10% |
| 2023 | $5,593 +10.2% | $270,560 +10% |
| 2022 | $5,076 +13.9% | $245,970 +10% |
| 2021 | $4,458 +4.8% | $223,610 +10% |
| 2020 | $4,254 -5.9% | $203,282 -4.2% |
| 2019 | $4,522 +35.2% | $212,107 +34.5% |
| 2018 | $3,346 | $157,739 +8% |
| 2017 | $3,346 +8.1% | $146,008 |
| 2016 | $3,096 -1.7% | $146,008 +2% |
| 2015 | $3,151 +19.1% | $143,209 +19% |
| 2014 | $2,646 +7.3% | $120,343 +2.3% |
| 2013 | $2,465 +1.5% | $117,586 |
| 2012 | $2,429 -10.3% | $117,586 -8.5% |
| 2011 | $2,709 -25.4% | $128,521 -24.5% |
| 2010 | $3,634 -8.6% | $170,152 -11.7% |
| 2009 | $3,976 -10.4% | $192,684 -10.5% |
| 2008 | $4,440 +24.3% | $215,286 +21.4% |
| 2007 | $3,573 +3.5% | $177,283 +9.1% |
| 2006 | $3,453 +10.9% | $162,431 +12.3% |
| 2005 | $3,115 +3.9% | $144,699 |
| 2004 | $2,999 +48.4% | -- |
| 2003 | $2,022 +2.9% | $118,947 +4.9% |
| 2002 | $1,964 +9.7% | $113,438 0% |
| 2001 | $1,790 +0.9% | $113,475 +2.5% |
| 2000 | $1,774 | $110,685 |
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Neighborhood: 32778
Nearby schools
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- 5/10Tavares Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 5/10Tavares Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.2 mi
- 4/10Tavares High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
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