Welcome to this stunning, thoughtfully renovated home in the heart of historic Mount Dora! Whether you're searching for the perfect starter home, a weekend retreat, or an investment property, this charming residence offers the ideal blend of modern updates and timeless character. The home was most recently used as a very successful Airbnb for the past six months. Extensively renovated from top to bottom in 2025, you'll enjoy peace of mind with a new roof, electrical system, air conditioning, insulation, windows, fresh interior and exterior paint, beautifully updated kitchen and bathrooms, a newly installed side fence, and a new sprinkler timer. Perfectly situated just steps from picturesque Lake Gertrude, this home offers the best of Mount Dora living. Take a leisurely stroll to the vibrant downtown district, where you'll discover award-winning restaurants, unique boutiques, art galleries, festivals, and year-round community events. Move-in ready and filled with charm, this is a rare opportunity to own a beautifully updated home in one of Central Florida's most sought-after historic communities.
Investor Special – Cash Only! Prime Mount Dora Location!!! Opportunity knocks! This diamond in the rough sits on a spacious . 35-acre corner lot with mature trees, just minutes from downtown Mount Dora and the sought-after Lake Gertrude area—home to some of Central Florida’s most charming residences. Owned by the same family since it was built, this 2-bedroom, 2-bath home is ready for a modern makeover. Original hardwood floors run through most of the home, and a flexible floor plan includes an extra family room that could easily be converted into a third bedroom, home office, or rental suite. Key Highlights: • Oversized lot in a high-demand rental and resale area • Great layout with potential to add value and rental income • Primary bedroom with en-suite bath • Vintage kitchen with character and space to modernize • Plenty of room for parking, additions, or outdoor living With its unbeatable location and strong upside potential, this property is ideal for investors, flippers, or buy-and-hold landlords looking to capitalize on one of Mount Dora’s hottest markets. Bring your vision and your contractor—this blank canvas is ready for transformation!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,551 (+3.1%)
2024
$1,505 (+18.1%)
2023
$1,274 (+17.6%)
2022
$1,083 (+3.6%)
2021
$1,045 (−2.5%)
2020
$1,072 (+1.9%)
2019
$1,052 (+5.9%)
2018
$993 (+6.2%)
2017
$936 (+5.0%)
2016
$891 (−1.9%)
2015
$908 (−0.8%)
2014
$915 (+2.7%)
2013
$891 (−17.1%)
2012
$1,075
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
105 ft.
Lot depth
145 ft.
Lot size
0.35 Acres
Year renovated
1982
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,139
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,139
Year built
1952
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lake County
APN
25-19-26-1100-024-02300
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 23, 2026.
R-1
Rural Residential District
The purpose of this district is to provide a transition between agricultural and Conservation Areas and the more urban residential communities. It is intended to Permit the Development of single-family homes in an environment that is compatible with the surrounding natural resources.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Equestrian facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Infrastructure
Fire house
Police station
Recreation
Park & open space
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 108° expected this year, 22 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Mount Dora, FL • 32757
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
93/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.1 hrs
6.7 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 2237 Washington Rd
$366,077
$8,923 under list price of $375K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $152K to $390K.