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501 DORA AVENUE

TAVARES , FL 32778

MLS#: G5106288

$274,900

Status: Active
Listing number: G5106288
Listing provided by: COLDWELL BANKER VANGUARD EDGE
Listing agent phone: None
Last update: 3 days ago
On site: 7 days ago
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TAVARES JOSEPH CARLTON SUB - Residential

Property

Beds

3

Full Baths

2

1/2 Baths

None

Year Built

1977

Sq.Footage

1,394

Welcome home to this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath property located on a desirable corner lot in the heart of Tavares, the Seaplane City and county seat of Lake County. With no HOA, this home offers freedom and flexibility, making it ideal as a first-time family home or a fantastic rental opportunity. Enjoy a private, fully fenced backyard with plenty of room for outdoor recreation or a cozy firepit, plus a very large covered and screened-in back deck perfect for entertaining or relaxing year-round. French doors open to the porch from both the kitchen and the primary bedroom, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor living experience. Inside, you’ll find renovated bathrooms, new flooring, new windows, and a new refrigerator, along with peace of mind knowing the roof was replaced in November 2025 and the HVAC system is only two years old. The location is unbeatable—surrounded by beautiful lakes for fishing and recreation, just a 10-minute walk to downtown Tavares, the famous seaplane port, and numerous restaurants. Walk to both elementary and high schools, enjoy close proximity to public transportation, and appreciate being just one hour from either coast, one hour from Orlando International Airport, and an hour from Orlando attractions. This home truly combines comfort, convenience, and lifestyle in one exceptional package. Schedule your private showing today!

Features & Amenities

Interior

  • Other Interior Features

    Open Floorplan

  • Total Bedrooms

    3

  • Bathrooms

    2

  • Cooling YN

    YES

  • Cooling

    Central Air

  • Fireplace YN

    NO

  • Heating YN

    YES

  • Heating

    Central

  • Pet friendly

    Cats OK, Dogs OK

Exterior

  • Garage

    No

  • Construction Materials

    Block, Stucco

  • Other Exterior Features

    Private Yard

  • Patio and Porch Features

    Covered, Deck, Rear Porch, Screened

  • Pool

    No

  • Waterfront YN

    NO

Area & Lot

  • Lot Features

    Corner Lot, Level, Near Public Transit, Paved

  • Lot Size(acres)

    0.19

  • Property Type

    Residential

  • Property Sub Type

    Single Family Residence

  • Architectural Style

    Traditional

Price

  • Sales Price

    $274,900

  • Tax Amount

    4134.29

  • Sq. Footage

    1, 394

  • Price/SqFt

    $197

HOA

  • Association

    No

School District

  • Elementary School

    Tavares Elem

  • Middle School

    Tavares Middle

  • High School

    Tavares High

Property Features

  • Stories

    1

  • Foundation Details

    Slab

  • Ownership

    Fee Simple

  • Senior Community YN

    NO

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

  • Tax Lot

    4

  • Water Source

    Public

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Welcome home to this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath property located on a desirable corner lot in the heart of Tavares, the Seaplane City and county seat of Lake County. With no HOA, this home offers freedom and flexibility, making it ideal as a first-time family home or a fantastic rental opportunity. Enjoy a private, fully fenced backyard with plenty of room for outdoor recreation or a cozy firepit, plus a very large covered and screened-in back deck perfect for entertaining or relaxing year-round. French doors open to the porch from both the kitchen and the primary bedroom, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor living experience. Inside, you’ll find renovated bathrooms, new flooring, new windows, and a new refrigerator, along with peace of mind knowing the roof was replaced in November 2025 and the HVAC system is only two years old. The location is unbeatable—surrounded by beautiful lakes for fishing and recreation, just a 10-minute walk to downtown Tavares, the famous seaplane port, and numerous restaurants. Walk to both elementary and high schools, enjoy close proximity to public transportation, and appreciate being just one hour from either coast, one hour from Orlando International Airport, and an hour from Orlando attractions. This home truly combines comfort, convenience, and lifestyle in one exceptional package. Schedule your private showing today!

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