Welcome to this charming lakefront retreat on the shores of Lake Dora—offering timeless cottage-style character, stunning water views, and an unbeatable location along the Harris Chain of Lakes. Nestled on a spacious lot with mature shade trees, and landscaping, this beautifully maintained home blends relaxed Florida living with DIRECT LAKE FRONTAGE and inviting indoor–outdoor spaces. Step inside to an open, light-filled layout featuring warm finishes, generous windows, and views that frame the sparkling lake from multiple rooms. The kitchen offers tile floors, ample cabinetry, breakfast bar and flows seamlessly into the dining area and overlooks the living room with wood burning fireplace. Just off the kitchen is a side screened porch perfect for morning coffee, sunset watching, or breezy gatherings. The family room has sliding doors with hurricane shutters and opens directly to the expansive backyard patio overlooking the tranquil backyard and water. There is also a cozy Florida Room with beautiful lake views. The primary suite provides comfort and privacy with an en suite bath and walk in closet, while guest rooms & guest bathroom is ideally positioned for family or visitors. Outdoor living shines here, with 80+ feet of direct, private lake frontage, seawall, boat dock with electric and water. Lake Dora is ideal for boating, kayaking, fishing, or simply enjoying life on the Chain. Whether you envision weekend escapes or full-time waterfront living, this home offers a rare opportunity to own an idyllic piece of Tavares’ most desirable waterfront. Other features are concrete block construction, barrel tile roof, side entry 2 car garage and new well and filtration system 2025. Located in the county with no city taxes and equipped with irrigation from the lake, well and septic, this property offers valuable ongoing savings and lower monthly expenses. With no HOA and proximity to downtown Mount Dora and Tavares’ waterfront entertainment district, boutiques and restaurants lake recreation is endless right from your backyard! This property delivers the best of Central Florida lake life.
Sold for $729,000
$729,000
32601 LAKESHORE DRIVE, TAVARES, FL 32778
3beds
2,095sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1979
0.26 Acres Lot
$728,100 Zestimate®
$348/sqft
$2,205 Estimated rent
Home value
$728,100
$677,000 - $786,000
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Timeless cottage-style characterWarm finishesBreakfast barGenerous windowsOpen light-filled layoutStunning water viewsDirect lake frontage
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Listed by:
Michele Lowe 352-409-0369,
DAVE LOWE REALTY, INC. 352-383-7104,
Tony Jackowitch 305-439-6162,
DAVE LOWE REALTY, INC.
Bought with:
Kerry Hanson, 3469650
LPT REALTY, LLC
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: G5104772
Originating MLS: Lake and Sumter
Originating MLS: Lake and Sumter
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Family Room, Florida Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 198.87 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.11x17.9
Bedroom 2
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 172.92 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.2x13.1
Bedroom 3
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 118.77 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.1x10.7
Primary bathroom
- Features: Tub With Shower
- Level: First
- Area: 45.6 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7.6x6
Bathroom 2
- Features: Tub With Shower
- Level: First
- Area: 41.82 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8.2x5.1
Dining room
- Level: First
Family room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 435.6 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 33x13.2
Florida room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 132.08 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.4x12.7
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 361.98 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18x20.11
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
- Windows: Blinds, Drapes
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,546
- Total interior livable area: 2,095 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Guest
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: Garage Dimensions: 24X23
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch, Screened, Side Porch
- Exterior features: Irrigation System
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Lake
- Waterfront features: Lake Privileges, Lift, Seawall, Skiing Allowed
- Body of water: LAKE DORA
Lot
- Size: 0.26 Acres
- Dimensions: 97 x 115
- Features: In County, Landscaped
- Residential vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Oak Trees, Trees/Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 341926010000E00005
- Zoning: R-1
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1979
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Public, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
- Subdivision: FAIRVIEW REP
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Tavares
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $348/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $550,408
- Annual tax amount: $3,510
- Date on market: 11/21/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 17 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 12/19/2025 | Sold | $729,000-8.3%$348/sqft |
Source:  Stellar MLS #G5104772 Report a problem | ||
| 12/9/2025 | Pending sale | $795,000$379/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #G5104772 Report a problem | ||
| 11/21/2025 | Listed for sale | $795,000$379/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #G5104772 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,510 +2.1% | $241,890 +2.5% |
| 2024 | $3,437 +9.8% | $235,950 +3% |
| 2023 | $3,130 +6.2% | $229,080 +3% |
| 2022 | $2,948 +3.7% | $222,410 +3% |
| 2021 | $2,844 -4.5% | $215,933 +1.4% |
| 2020 | $2,977 +0.8% | $212,952 +2.3% |
| 2019 | $2,953 +4.5% | $208,165 +1.9% |
| 2018 | $2,825 | $204,284 +2.1% |
| 2017 | $2,825 +3.1% | $200,083 +2.1% |
| 2016 | $2,740 +0.4% | $195,968 +0.7% |
| 2015 | $2,730 -2.4% | $194,606 +0.8% |
| 2014 | $2,797 +23.5% | $193,062 +1.5% |
| 2013 | $2,266 +1% | $190,209 +1.7% |
| 2012 | $2,243 +7.6% | $187,030 +6% |
| 2011 | $2,084 +0.5% | $176,525 +1.5% |
| 2010 | $2,075 +3.6% | $173,917 +2.7% |
| 2009 | $2,003 +0.2% | $169,345 +0.1% |
| 2008 | $1,999 -5.8% | $169,176 +3% |
| 2007 | $2,121 -4.6% | $164,249 +2.5% |
| 2006 | $2,223 +2.5% | $160,243 +3% |
| 2005 | $2,168 +3.1% | $155,576 |
| 2004 | $2,103 -1.1% | -- |
| 2003 | $2,126 +12.8% | $151,786 +4.9% |
| 2002 | $1,884 | $144,755 +1.6% |
| 2001 | $1,884 +2% | $142,476 +0.3% |
| 2000 | $1,847 | $142,061 |
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Neighborhood: 32778
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