Welcome to your tranquil retreat just minutes from the vibrant Spanish Springs Town Square in The Village of El Cortez. This spacious Monterey designer home, with its versatile design and charm, beckons you to explore its many facets. It's not just a home; it’s an invitation to enjoy a lifestyle abundant with comfort and convenience. Before we get to the interior, this home is just as impressive on the outside. The 2022 Roof provides up front savings & a big box checked on your list. A painted driveway and screened garage add convenience, while the epoxy-finished front porch offers a cozy spot to unwind. When it’s time to entertain, the rear epoxy slab provides the ideal backdrop for outdoor picnics and casual get-togethers. Simple landscaping pulls the overall look together with lovely brick facade. Coming into this home, you're greeted by an airy, formal entry flanked with elegant columns, setting the tone for what’s to come. The generous living spaces flow seamlessly, enhanced by vaulted ceilings that create a sense of openness and light throughout. This layout effortlessly caters to both intimate gatherings and larger get-togethers, with ample space for everyone. The heart of this home, the kitchen, is updated with a modern touch. Refined white cabinets and quartz countertops bring elegance and functionality, perfectly paired with stainless steel appliances. It's not about being a chef's dream, but rather a space where every meal is prepared with ease and style. Complementing this is the open dining space, perfect for enjoying meals with friends and family alike. At the back of the home, the Florida Room is designed for versatility, with its own climate control mini-split unit ensuring comfort throughout the year. Whether you use it as an office, a hobby space, additional bedroom, or a serene reading nook, it provides space & privacy whenever needed. Location is truly the centerpiece of this property. Heading down Avenida Central brings you to a wealth of conveniences - shopping centers, healthcare facilities, and a plethora of dining options. And with no bond or maintenance assessment, you can savor those extra financial savings in this highly sought-after area. Sustainability features like solar tubes ensure natural light brightens your days, while recent updates including the wood-look porcelain tile flooring, smart thermostat & 2023 HVAC enhance efficiency and peace of mind. Additionally, security enhancements like the RING doorbell and electronic lock integrate modern technology seamlessly into your daily routine. This home's community boasts vibrant social opportunities. Designed for those seeking an active retired lifestyle, the neighborhood offers easy access to golf courses, pool facilities, and various social clubs, inviting you to be as involved as you choose in this thriving locale. If you're considering a retirement retreat, an investment, or a part-time residence in a dynamic community, this home promises a fulfilling future. It's a property that harmonizes comfort, location, and opportunity, waiting for you to create your new story. Be sure to come by to take a look at this wonderfully well rounded home :-)
For sale
Price cut: $10K (7/9)
$340,000
820 CORTEZ AVENUE, THE VILLAGES, FL 32159
2beds
1,642sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1991
6,224 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$207/sqft
$204/mo HOA
What's special
Lovely brick facadeScreened garageEpoxy-finished front porchWood-look porcelain tile flooringSmart thermostatSpacious monterey designer homeStainless steel appliances
- 116 days
- 92
- 3
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Frances Pierce PA 352-459-5601,
REALTY EXECUTIVES IN THE VILLAGES 352-753-7500
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: G5111892
Originating MLS: Ocala - Marion

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Florida Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
Dining room
- Level: First
Dining room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Heating
- Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- Solid Wood Cabinets, Stone Counters, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Porcelain Tile
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,186
- Total interior livable area: 1,642 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Details: Garage Dimensions: 20x23
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Enclosed, Front Porch
- Exterior features: Irrigation System
Lot
- Size: 6,224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 68 x 90
- Residential vegetation: Mature Landscaping
Details
- Parcel number: 061824039800053270
- Zoning: R
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1991
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Clubhouse, Community Mailbox, Deed Restrictions, Dog Park, Golf Carts OK, Golf, Park, Playground, Pool, Restaurant, Special Community Restrictions, Tennis Court(s)
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
- Senior community: Yes
- Subdivision: THE VILLAGES
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- HOA fee: $204 monthly
- HOA name: The Villages Community Development District
- HOA phone: 352-753-4508
Location
- Region: Lady Lake
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $207/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $272,571
- Annual tax amount: $4,950
- Date on market: 5/6/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 117 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 0
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/21/2026 | Listed for rent | $2,400$1/sqft |
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| 7/9/2026 | Price change | $340,000-2.9%$207/sqft |
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| 5/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $350,000-12.5%$213/sqft |
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| 5/1/2026 | Listing removed | $2,400$1/sqft |
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| 4/23/2026 | Price change | $2,400-4%$1/sqft |
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| 3/15/2026 | Listed for rent | $2,500$2/sqft |
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| 8/3/2025 | Listing removed | $2,500$2/sqft |
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| 6/17/2025 | Price change | $2,500-5.7%$2/sqft |
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| 6/3/2025 | Listed for rent | $2,650$2/sqft |
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| 6/5/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/9/2024 | Listed for rent | $2,650-3.6%$2/sqft |
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| 11/16/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 11/2/2023 | Price change | $2,750+10%$2/sqft |
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| 1/6/2023 | Listing removed | $399,900$244/sqft |
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| 12/8/2022 | Listed for sale | $399,900+341.9%$244/sqft |
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| 11/28/2022 | Listed for rent | $2,500$2/sqft |
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| 9/1/1991 | Sold | $90,500$55/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,951 +5% | $272,571 +0.5% |
| 2024 | $4,716 +5% | $271,221 +2.6% |
| 2023 | $4,492 +148.4% | $264,441 +98.6% |
| 2022 | $1,808 +5% | $133,170 +3% |
| 2021 | $1,722 -3% | $129,298 +1.4% |
| 2020 | $1,775 +1.2% | $127,513 +2.3% |
| 2019 | $1,754 +6.6% | $124,647 +1.9% |
| 2018 | $1,646 | $122,323 +2.1% |
| 2017 | $1,646 +2% | $119,808 +2.1% |
| 2016 | $1,613 +1% | $117,344 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,597 +9.2% | $115,559 +0.8% |
| 2014 | $1,463 +15.9% | $114,642 +1.5% |
| 2013 | $1,262 +1.6% | $112,948 +1.7% |
| 2012 | $1,242 +4.7% | $111,060 +3% |
| 2011 | $1,187 +1.1% | $107,826 +1.5% |
| 2010 | $1,174 +4.5% | $106,233 +2.7% |
| 2009 | $1,124 +1.2% | $103,441 +0.1% |
| 2008 | $1,110 -12.4% | $103,338 +3% |
| 2007 | $1,267 -3% | $100,329 +2.5% |
| 2006 | $1,306 +2.6% | $97,882 +3% |
| 2005 | $1,273 +3.7% | $95,032 +3% |
| 2004 | $1,227 -0.5% | $92,265 -0.5% |
| 2003 | $1,233 +3.2% | $92,718 +4.9% |
| 2002 | $1,195 +4.8% | $88,423 +1.6% |
| 2001 | $1,140 +1.8% | $87,031 +0.3% |
| 2000 | $1,121 | $86,778 |
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