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For sale by owner
    • $415,000

    31850 Tropical Shores Dr, Tavares, FL 32778

    2beds
    1,324sqft
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    $2,725/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1960
    9,176 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $313/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    New dishwasherAir-conditioned florida room
    1,324 sq ft concrete block home on the Harris Chain of Lakes.  2 BR 2 Bath home with air-conditioned Florida Room with console-type queen Murphy Bed that can be used as a 3rd Bedroom.  New updated kitchen in 2020 and home has a total of 4 mini-split A/C systems that are highly efficient at cooling and heating the entire home.  Local municipal water, no well!  Large shaded back yard leading to a boat lift with great fishing in the canal and access to 7 lakes on the Harris Chain.  Less than 1 mile boat ride to the famous Dora Canal.  Terrazo floors throughout the home.  Home has been updated and will consider selling fully furnished (including 4 TV's) - ready to move in as well as Lease/Purchase options.  All appliances are updated and roof was replaced in 2019.  The yard has a new wifi-controlled sprinkler system installed 2022, new hot water heater 2025 and new dishwasher.  Many upgrades have been made to this home over the last few years.  NO HOA, very quiet and safe neighborhood with neighbors that look after each other.  This has been a 2nd home for us for the last 5 years.  We have purchased another home on the same street just around the corner.  
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    Property Owner (904) 402-7160

    Originating MLS: Orlando Regional
    This property is for sale by owner and Zillow, Inc. is displaying it at the owner's request. It is not subject to a listing agreement with Zillow, Inc. or its affiliates.

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Heating
      • Heat pump, Wall, Electric
      Cooling
      • Other, Wall
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage disposal, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
      Features
      • Ceiling Fans(s), Stone Counters, Kitchen/Family Room Combo
      • Flooring: Other
      • Basement: None
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 1,324 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 5
      • Parking features: Carport, Off-street
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Exterior features: Cement / Concrete
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Water
      • Has water view: Yes
      • Water view: Water
      • Waterfront features: Lake - Chain of Lakes
      Lot
      • Size: 9,176 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 65x141
      Details
      • Parcel number: 251925100000000500
      • Zoning: R-6

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • wood frame
      • Foundation: Concrete Block
      • Roof: Built-up
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1960

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Septic Tank
      • Water: Canal/Lake For Irrigation
      • Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: TROPICAL SHORES MANOR
      Location
      • Region: Tavares

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $313/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $370,725
      • Annual tax amount: $5,078
      • Date on market: 4/21/2026
      • Ownership: Fee Simple

        Estimated market value

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        Estimated sales range

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        $1,687/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        4/27/2026Price change$415,000-3.5%$313/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        4/21/2026Listed for sale$430,000+83%$325/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        7/12/2024Listing removed$235,000$177/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #O5935706 Report a problem
        5/12/2021Sold$235,000$177/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #O5935706 Report a problem
        4/11/2021Pending sale$235,000$177/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #O5935706 Report a problem
        4/9/2021Listed for sale$235,000+82.2%$177/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #O5935706 Report a problem
        12/1/2017Sold$129,000$97/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        10/5/2017Pending sale$129,000$97/sqft
        Source: Watson Realty Corp. #G4846374 Report a problem
        9/20/2017Listed for sale$129,000$97/sqft
        Source: WATSON REALTY CORP #G4846374 Report a problem
        8/30/2017Pending sale$129,000$97/sqft
        Source: Watson Realty Corp. #G4846374 Report a problem
        8/20/2017Listed for sale$129,000$97/sqft
        Source: WATSON REALTY CORP #G4846374 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$5,078 +3.6%$276,890 +10%
        2024$4,900 +34.5%$251,720 +10%
        2023$3,643 +2%$228,837
        2022$3,573 +28.2%$228,837 +51.1%
        2021$2,786 +10.4%$151,454 +10%
        2020$2,524 +9.2%$137,685 +10%
        2019$2,311 +11.7%$125,168 +10%
        2018$2,069 $113,789 +40.9%
        2017$2,069 +33.8%$80,745 +24.1%
        2016$1,546 +87.4%$65,073 +0.7%
        2015$825 -2.5%$64,621 +0.8%
        2014$846 +84.4%$64,109 +1.5%
        2013$459 -1.2%$63,162 +1.7%
        2012$464 +2.9%$62,107 +3%
        2011$451 +0%$60,299 +1.5%
        2010$451 +2.8%$59,408 +2.7%
        2009$439 +0.2%$57,847 +0.1%
        2008$438 -7.5%$57,790 +3%
        2007$474 -3.1%$56,107 +2.5%
        2006$489 +4.6%$54,739 +3%
        2005$467 +5.3%$53,145
        2004$444 +0.3%--
        2003$442 +16%$51,851 +4.9%
        2002$381 $49,450 +1.6%
        2001$381 +2.2%$48,672 +1.8%
        2000$373 $47,796
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 32778

        Getting around

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        Car-Dependent
        42 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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