Fall in love with this Mount Dora charmer! New to the market in Sylvan Shores, walking distance to Lake Gertrude and just 2 car minutes to downtown. The main home offers 3 Bedrooms and 2 Bathrooms on 1910 square feet of widely updated/remodeled living space. There is something very special about the way the light falls through the big windows of the Florida Room overlooking your large garden oasis with tall bamboo plants, elephant ears and citrus trees. All around you'll find rare and impressive vegetation such as a Chinese Rain Tree, a maple, a dogwood tree, a weeping bottle brush tree, cabbage palms and Azaleas, just to name a few. Most major updates have been completed within the last 2-3 years, including a new roof, new HVAC system, new windows, plumbing, tankless water heater and flooring. Kitchen upgrades include a new counter top and sink, new can lighting, vinyl flooring, stainless steel appliances and a gas range. Both bathrooms have been completely remodeled as well. …But wait, there's more. .. Home also has a detached studio suite, perfect for relatives or guests. The studio has an additional 488 square feet including a small bathroom and kitchenette. It also houses the washer and dryer. Plenty of parking space with 2 driveways, one leading to your backdoor and one to the detached 1-car garage with extra covered storage. Plenty of room to enjoy Florida Living, walk down to Sylvan Shores Park by spring-fed Lake Gertrude, explore the public kayak launch for a little fun on the water or stop by your new favorite German bakery in walking distance.
Property Description: Corner Unit
Single-familyProperty Type
1948Year Built
0.43 acresLot Size
$196Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Christine Graf• ERA GRIZZARD REAL ESTATE
Listed by Jeanne Thomas, PA• ERA GRIZZARD REAL ESTATE
Bought with Jeanette Bokland• SPOUSES WITH HOUSES REALTY
Mount Dora charmer! All fresh paint inside and out! Home situated on a large corner lot, just a few blocks from the lake! 3/2 with plenty of living space and large back yard for entertaining. Home offers split floor plan 2 separate living areas and also Florida room under air! Back yard can be a garden oasis for the plant lover!. .. .but wait, there's more. .. home also has a detached in law suite, perfect for relatives or quests! Plenty of parking space as well with 2 driveways! Come view today. This won't last long! This is a Fannie Mae Property. All information contained in this listing is believed to be correct at the time of entry, but not guaranteed
Beaches MLS #RX-9987891
Apr 4, 2014
Listing Removed
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Oct 21, 2013
Listed
$89,900
$47/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,813 (+1.5%)
2024
$3,757 (+14.7%)
2023
$3,276 (−35.3%)
2022
$5,060 (+21.3%)
$53,410 + $249,397
$302,807
2021
$4,173 (−3.4%)
$38,777 + $202,930
$241,707
2020
$4,320 (+5.0%)
2019
$4,115 (+14.1%)
2018
$3,608 (+8.5%)
2017
$3,324 (+5.3%)
$29,773 + $144,090
$173,863
2016
$3,157 (+4.9%)
$18,538 + $144,110
$162,648
2015
$3,009 (+12.5%)
$18,538 + $128,914
$147,452
2014
$2,674 (+5.4%)
2013
$2,536 (+101.9%)
2012
$1,256
Tax history for 2240 Washington Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,813 (+1.5%)
2024
$3,757 (+14.7%)
2023
$3,276 (−35.3%)
2022
$5,060 (+21.3%)
$53,410 + $249,397
$302,807
2021
$4,173 (−3.4%)
$38,777 + $202,930
$241,707
2020
$4,320 (+5.0%)
2019
$4,115 (+14.1%)
2018
$3,608 (+8.5%)
2017
$3,324 (+5.3%)
$29,773 + $144,090
$173,863
2016
$3,157 (+4.9%)
$18,538 + $144,110
$162,648
2015
$3,009 (+12.5%)
$18,538 + $128,914
$147,452
2014
$2,674 (+5.4%)
2013
$2,536 (+101.9%)
2012
$1,256
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
105 ft.
Lot depth
180 ft.
Lot size
0.43 Acres
Year renovated
1980
Sq. Ft.
1,910
Year built
1948
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lake County
APN
25-19-26-1100-023-01100
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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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
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Dimensions: 12x16
Parking Features: Driveway, Parking Pad
Garage Spaces: 1
Has Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Outside
Other Rooms Information
Additional Rooms: Florida Room
# of Rooms: 9
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Decorative
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Heat Pump
Cooling Information: Central Air, Wall/Window Unit(s)
Vegetation: Bamboo, Fruit Trees, Mature Landscaping
Total Acreage: 1/4 to less than 1/2
Lot Information
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level, Oversized Lot, Sidewalk, Paved, Unincorporated
Lot Size Acres: 0.43
Lot Size Dimensions: 105x180
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Lot Size Square Meters: 1756
Building Information
MFR_BuildingAreaTotalSrchSqM: 222.78
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,172
Tax Year: 2021
Lease / Rent Details
Lease Restrictions YN: 0
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Fire Hydrant, Phone Available, Street Lights
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Unit Number YN: 0
Furnished: Unfurnished
HOA Information
Association Approval Required Y/N: 0
School Information
Elementary School: Triangle Elem
Middle Or Junior High School: Mount Dora Middle
High School: Mount Dora High
Location Information
Directions: From Tavares take old 441 towards Mount Dora. Take a left on Morningside Dr, take a left on Washington. Home will be on the left corner of Lucerne Dr and Washington.
Community Information
Pets Allowed: Yes
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,910
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.43 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1948
Year Renovated: 1980
County: Lake County
APN: 25-19-26-1100-023-01100
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 23, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Third Party YN: 1
Listing Information
Previous Status: Pending
Backups Requested YN: 0
Listing Date Information
Days to Contract: 1
Status Contractual Search Date: 2022-01-04
Listing Price Information
Calculated List Price By Calculated Sq Ft: 167.02
Green Information
Green Verification Count: 0
Direction Faces: Northeast
Home Information
Living Area: 1910
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Public Records
Living Area Meters: 177.44
Building Area Total: 2398
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Public Records
Foundation Details: Slab
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
Triangle Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
2/10
Mt. Dora Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.1mi
4/10
Mt. Dora High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.9mi
5/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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
8/10 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
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Historical weather
Mount Dora, FL • 32757
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.8 hours in
June and 6.5 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$356,000 – $431,000
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