Welcome to waterfront living on the coveted Butler Chain of Lakes! Situated on a 0.29-acre lot along the shores of Lake Down, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers 1,351 square feet of thoughtfully updated living space and direct access to one of Central Florida's most sought after lake systems. Inside, an open floor plan is complemented by panoramic lake views, a desirable split-bedroom layout, renovated kitchen and baths, ceramic wood-look tile flooring, and beautiful wood-paneled ceilings. The home is designed to take full advantage of its spectacular waterfront setting, with views that can be enjoyed from multiple living spaces. Step outside and the property truly shines. The oversized backyard features a screened porch, fire-pit patio, and direct lake frontage, creating an ideal setting for relaxing, entertaining, and enjoying the Florida lifestyle. A private boat dock with electric boat lift provides convenient access to Lake Down and the interconnected Butler Chain of Lakes, offering endless opportunities for boating, skiing, fishing, and other water activities. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, a weekend retreat, or an opportunity to create your own lakeside vision, 3278 Downs Cove Rd offers a rare combination of existing charm, outdoor living, and premier waterfront access in Windermere.
House for rent
Singlefamily
Available now
Cats, dogs OK
Air conditioner, central air
In unit laundry
Central
What's special
Panoramic lake viewsOversized backyardOpen floor planDirect lake frontageBeautiful wood-paneled ceilingsDesirable split-bedroom layoutCeramic wood-look tile flooring
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Air Conditioner, Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage Disposal, Microwave Oven, Oven, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit, Outside
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters
- Flooring: Ceramic
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,353 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Awning(s)
- Exterior features: Awning(s), Irrigation System, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Split Bedroom, Street Dead-End
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake, Lake - Chain Of Lakes, Water View
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Waterfront
Lot
- Features: Landscaped, Waterfront
Details
- Parcel number: 282309219603120
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: SingleFamily
Condition
- Year built: 1947
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Lake
Location
- Region: Windermere
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 12 Months
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/9/2026 | Listed for rent | $4,995+24.9%$4/sqft |
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| 10/1/2025 | Listing removed | $3,999$3/sqft |
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| 8/28/2025 | Listed for rent | $3,999-11.1%$3/sqft |
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| 1/12/2025 | Price change | $4,500-13.5%$3/sqft |
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| 11/21/2024 | Listed for rent | $5,200$4/sqft |
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| 10/15/2024 | Sold | $950,000-13.6%$702/sqft |
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| 9/16/2024 | Pending sale | $1,099,000$812/sqft |
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| 9/1/2024 | Price change | $1,099,000-8.3%$812/sqft |
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| 7/12/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,199,000+128.4%$886/sqft |
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| 12/29/2015 | Sold | $525,000-12.4%$388/sqft |
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| 7/11/2015 | Listing removed | $599,000$443/sqft |
Source: Regal Real Estate Professionals #O5217440 Report a problem | ||
| 6/10/2015 | Listed for sale | $599,000+203.9%$443/sqft |
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| 9/9/2010 | Sold | $197,100-46%$146/sqft |
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| 12/19/2002 | Sold | $365,000$270/sqft |
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