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    • $1,160,000

    9601 AMBLESIDE DRIVE, WINDERMERE, FL 34786

    4beds
    3,018sqft
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    $7,925/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1975
    1 Acres Lot
    $799,700 Zestimate®
    $384/sqft
    $8/mo HOA

    What's special

    Full flat acreNew door hardwareExpansive near-floor-to-ceiling windowsPlumbing updatesQuartz countertopsEnormous backyardInterconnected floor plan
    Virtually Staged. Move in. Reimagine. Or build new. Welcome to the Lake Down Shores lifestyle, where one-acre homesites and private community access to the Windermere Chain of Lakes offer a special opportunity. Set on a beautiful corner lot just a few homes from the lake, 9601 Ambleside Drive offers something increasingly difficult to find: a move-in-ready home today, an exceptional amount of land, and the flexibility to imagine something entirely different for the future. Situated on a full, flat acre, the property offers a generous front yard while still leaving an enormous backyard with incredible possibilities. Offering more than 3,000 square feet of single-story living, 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and garage parking for four vehicles, the home has been refreshed with a roof replaced in 2021, one of two HVAC systems replaced in 2022, new interior and exterior paint, lighting and fixtures, updated bathrooms, new door hardware, new front door, new carpet in many rooms, plumbing updates, new water softener, and new water heater. Generously sized rooms and an interconnected floor plan make this a wonderful home for entertaining. Wood flooring complements the main gathering areas, while expansive near-floor-to-ceiling windows and Solatubes bring in abundant natural light. The family room connects to the kitchen and air-conditioned Florida room, which features casement windows and plantation shutters. Updated in 2020, the kitchen features abundant cabinetry with wood pull-out drawers, a large island, quartz countertops, stainless-steel Samsung and LG appliances, and a glass-top convection range. The spacious primary suite features an ensuite bath and walk-in closet, plus French doors leading to a flexible bonus room ideal for a home office, nursery, or sitting room. Three additional bedrooms are also generously sized, and a large laundry room provides additional storage. What truly distinguishes this property is the opportunity it presents. Enjoy the beautifully refreshed residence today, reimagine the existing home through a comprehensive transformation, or create an entirely new custom residence on this exceptional one-acre homesite. Additional features include a 2-car attached garage plus a separate 2-car detached garage, dedicated irrigation well, and septic system pumped in April 2026. Lake Down Shores residents enjoy access to the community’s private HOA boat ramp onto the Windermere Chain of Lakes. The seller, an experienced luxury home builder, has already developed concepts specifically for the property, including plans for both a complete renovation of the existing residence and new construction. These concepts offer a compelling vision of what this remarkable homesite could become while letting the next owner choose the path that best reflects their lifestyle. Conceptual plans are available for review and are presented for inspiration only; future improvements and construction are subject to applicable governmental and HOA approvals. To experience the builder’s design aesthetic, finishes, and portfolio of completed residences, please ask to view Web Link 1.
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    Listed by:

    David Dorman 407-948-8295,

    CENTURY 21 CARIOTI 407-573-2121

    Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: O6447280MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Orlando Regional

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Rooms
      • Room types: Attic, Den/Library/Office, Family Room, Florida Room, Dining Room, Living Room, Utility Room
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: En Suite Bathroom, Other, Walk-In Closet(s)
      • Level: First
      • Area: 285 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 15x19
      Bedroom 2
      • Features: Built-in Closet
      • Level: First
      • Area: 126.5 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 11x11.5
      Bedroom 4
      • Features: Built-in Closet
      • Level: First
      • Area: 144 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 12x12
      Primary bathroom
      • Features: Other, Shower No Tub, Single Vanity, Stone Counters, Water Closet/Priv Toilet, Window/Skylight in Bath, Built-in Closet
      • Level: First
      • Area: 87.5 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 7x12.5
      Bathroom 2
      • Features: Dual Sinks, Shower No Tub, Split Vanities, Stone Counters, Water Closet/Priv Toilet, Linen Closet
      • Level: First
      • Area: 77 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 7x11
      Bathroom 3
      • Features: Single Vanity, Stone Counters, Water Closet/Priv Toilet, Window/Skylight in Bath, Linen Closet
      • Level: First
      • Area: 21 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 3x7
      Balcony porch lanai
      • Level: First
      • Area: 414 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 11.5x36
      Dining room
      • Level: First
      • Area: 141.7 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 10.9x13
      Family room
      • Level: First
      • Area: 300 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 15x20
      Florida room
      • Features: Other
      • Level: First
      • Area: 318.5 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 13x24.5
      Foyer
      • Features: Built-In Shelving, Other, Built-in Closet
      • Level: First
      • Area: 63 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 7x9
      Kitchen
      • Features: Breakfast Bar, Built-In Shelving, Kitchen Island, Other, Stone Counters
      • Level: First
      • Area: 325.5 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 15.5x21
      Laundry
      • Features: Built-In Shelving, Single Vanity, Storage Closet
      • Level: First
      • Area: 98 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 7x14
      Living room
      • Level: First
      • Area: 250.6 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 14x17.9
      Office
      • Features: Other
      • Level: First
      • Area: 130 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 10x13
      Heating
      • Electric, Heat Pump, Zoned
      Cooling
      • Central Air, Zoned
      Appliances
      • Included: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener
      • Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Other, Sink
      Features
      • Built-in Features, Eating Space In Kitchen, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s)
      • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
      • Windows: Skylight(s)
      • Has fireplace: No
      • Common walls with other units/homes: Corner Unit
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 4,557
      • Total interior livable area: 3,018 sqft
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 4
      • Parking features: Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Parking Pad, Split Garage
      • Attached garage spaces: 4
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      • Patio & porch: Front Porch, Patio
      • Exterior features: Irrigation System, Private Mailbox, Sidewalk
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: City
      • Waterfront features: Lake Privileges, Skiing Allowed
      • Body of water: LAKE DOWN
      Lot
      • Size: 1 Acres
      • Dimensions: 128 x 285 x 153 x 260 x 39
      • Features: Cleared, Corner Lot, Level, Near Golf Course, Unincorporated
      • Residential vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Oak Trees, Trees/Landscaped
      Details
      • Additional structures: Other
      • Parcel number: 042328440600260
      • Zoning: R-CE
      • Special conditions: None

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Custom,Florida,Ranch
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Block, Stucco
      • Foundation: Slab
      • Roof: Membrane,Shingle
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1975

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Septic Tank
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Public, Sprinkler Well
      Green energy
      • Energy efficient items: Lighting, Thermostat, Water Heater
      • Water conservation: Low-Flow Fixtures

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Dock, Private Boat Ramp, Deed Restrictions
      • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
      • Pet fee: $0 monthly
      • Subdivision: LAKE DOWN SHORES REP
      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • HOA fee: $8 monthly
      • HOA name: Dennis Robinson - president
      • HOA phone: 407-340-0560
      Location
      • Region: Windermere

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $384/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $577,845
      • Annual tax amount: $4,829
      • Date on market: 10/21/2026
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
      • Ownership: Fee Simple
      • Total actual rent: 0
      • Road surface type: Paved, Asphalt

        Estimated market value

        $799,700

        $728,000 - $880,000

        $6,045/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        10/21/2026Listed for sale$1,160,000+42.3%$384/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #O6447280 Report a problem
        7/21/2025Sold$815,000+1.9%$270/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #O6316834 Report a problem
        6/30/2025Pending sale$800,000$265/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #O6316834 Report a problem
        6/25/2025Listed for sale$800,000$265/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #O6316834 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024$4,595 +7.3%$306,988 +3%
        2023$4,281 +2%$298,047 +3%
        2022$4,196 +1.6%$289,366 +3%
        2021$4,130 +0.9%$280,938 +1.4%
        2020$4,095 +1.3%$277,059 +2.3%
        2019$4,043 +0.9%$270,830 +1.9%
        2018$4,008 +7.4%$265,780 -32.3%
        2017$3,731 -4.9%$392,772 +1.3%
        2016$3,923 -1.7%$387,703 +1.7%
        2015$3,990 -1.6%$381,202 +23.4%
        2014$4,053 +2.2%$308,855 +9%
        2013$3,966 +1.2%$283,368 -0.2%
        2012$3,921 +2.9%$283,851 -6.8%
        2011$3,809 +4.2%$304,626 -5.4%
        2010$3,654 $322,123 -10.1%
        2009-- $358,243 -24.8%
        2008$3,384 -2%$476,667 -6.2%
        2007$3,451 -5.9%$508,218 +23.4%
        2006$3,667 +0.6%$411,945 +2%
        2005$3,646 +4.6%$403,834 +34.4%
        2004$3,486 +0.4%$300,557 +1.2%
        2003$3,474 +3.6%$296,895 +43.2%
        2002$3,354 -1%$207,305 +7.4%
        2001$3,388 +2.4%$193,062 +4.3%
        2000$3,307 $185,120
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        Neighborhood: 34786

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        • Elementary: Thornebrooke Elem
        • Middle: Gotha Middle
        • High: Olympia High

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