Virtually Staged. This Single family Ranch style home in Tavares, Florida, set on a generous quarter-acre lot and surrounded by natural beauty is ready for a new owner. Offering three bedrooms and two bathrooms, this home delivers comfortable living with plenty of square footage and a thoughtful, open layout. Inside, you’ll find coffered ceilings that add character and height, along with tile flooring throughout and no carpet anywhere, making the home both stylish and easy to maintain. The kitchen and bathrooms are finished with granite countertops, providing a clean, timeless look that pairs perfectly with everyday functionality. This home also offers significant value with key recent upgrades, including a newer roof, a water heater installed in 2024, and major systems updated in 2025, including the HVAC, refrigerator, and washer—providing added efficiency and peace of mind for years to come. This home also offers significant value with key recent upgrades, including a newer roof, a water heater installed in 2024, and major systems updated in 2025, including the HVAC, refrigerator, and washer providing added efficiency and peace of mind for years to come. One of the standout features is the expansive screened-in lanai, stretching the full length of the home. With tile flooring and ample space, it’s ideal for relaxing, entertaining, or creating your own indoor-outdoor retreat, endless possibilities await. The home offers easy access to Downtown Tavares, the Seaplane Base, Lake Dora, and the charming shops and dining of Mount Dora, along with nearby parks, marinas, and major roadways. This is Florida living at its best, space, comfort, nature, and location all coming together in one beautiful home.
Single-familyProperty Type
1981Year Built
0.25 acresLot Size
$167Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Carlos DeJesus• EXIT REALTY 4CORNERS
Listed by Karol Alvarenga• EXIT REALTY 4CORNERS
Contact: 863-344-3948
Bought with Cari Fitzgerald• PREMIER SOTHEBYS INT'L REALTY
Est. $2,379 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 209 First St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #S5142540
Sep 17, 2026
Sold
$330,000
$167/sq ft
Aug 11, 2026
Contingent
—
Jun 20, 2026
Price Changed
$340,000
$172/sq ft
Jun 7, 2026
Price Changed
$350,000
$177/sq ft
May 7, 2026
Price Changed
$360,000
$183/sq ft
Apr 22, 2026
Price Changed
$370,000
$188/sq ft
Apr 2, 2026
Price Changed
$380,000
$193/sq ft
Feb 20, 2026
Price Changed
$389,000
$197/sq ft
Jan 28, 2026
Listed
$395,000
$200/sq ft
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #G5012031
Mar 18, 2019
Sold
$240,000
$122/sq ft
Feb 17, 2019
Pending
—
Feb 12, 2019
Listed
$244,900
$124/sq ft
Location, Location. Very nice 3 bedroom 2 bath totally renovated. New remodeled bathrooms with new cabinets and granite countertops, new stainless steel appliances, Beautiful oversized covered and screened in patio perfect for entertaining(25 x 34). Home features tiled floors throughout, granite countertops, formal living room, family room and dining room, all open up to the screened in lanai, custom made cabinets in the kitchen, there is also an inside utility room with a sink. The second bath opens up to the lanai as well. Both the Master bedroom and family room has French doors leading to the lanai, wood burning fire place. Nice size backyard and fenced in for your pets. Walking distance to shopping, grocery store, and post office. Just minutes to downtown Tavares, public boat ramp and the Seaplane capital of the world! No HOA so you can park your boat and RV in the driveway. This is a must see! Show and sell!
Public Records
Nov 2, 2018
Sold
$159,900
$81/sq ft
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #O5712277
Oct 29, 2018
Sold
$156,000
$79/sq ft
Oct 4, 2018
Pending
—
Sep 13, 2018
Relisted
—
Sep 6, 2018
Pending
—
Aug 25, 2018
Price Changed
$164,900
$84/sq ft
Aug 15, 2018
Relisted
—
Aug 2, 2018
Pending
—
Jul 9, 2018
Price Changed
$175,000
$89/sq ft
Jul 7, 2018
Relisted
—
Jun 29, 2018
Pending
—
Jun 5, 2018
Listed
$187,200
$95/sq ft
* * * INSPECTIONS-SELLER WILL NOT MAKE ANY REPAIRS AND WILL NOT RE-NEGOTIATE PRICE AFTER OFFER IS ACCEPTED * * * SEE ATTACHMENTS!!! AWESOME OPPORTUNITY TO OWN THIS 3 BEDROOM 2 BATH HOME LOCATED IN SOUGHT AFTER VISTA DEL LARGO IN TAVARES! BRING YOUR PERSONAL TOUCHES TO THIS ONE AND MAKE IT YOUR OWN. .. CALL YOUR AGENT TODAY. .. THIS ONE WILL NOT LAST!!!
Public Records
Dec 4, 2003
Sold
$163,000
$83/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,430 (+5.7%)
2024
$6,085 (+8.8%)
2023
$5,593 (+10.2%)
2022
$5,076 (+13.9%)
2021
$4,458 (+4.8%)
2020
$4,254 (−5.9%)
$30,060 + $173,222
$203,282
2019
$4,522 (+35.2%)
$30,060 + $182,047
$212,107
2018
$3,346 (+8.1%)
$30,060 + $182,047
$212,107
2017
$3,096 (−1.7%)
$18,000 + $128,008
$146,008
2016
$3,150 (+6.7%)
$18,000 + $128,008
$146,008
2015
$2,951 (+11.6%)
$18,000 + $125,209
$143,209
2014
$2,645 (+7.3%)
2013
$2,465 (+1.5%)
2012
$2,429
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.25 Acres
Year renovated
1992
Sq. Ft.
1,972
Year built
1981
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lake County
APN
20-19-26-0400-000-00300
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 23, 2026.
RSF-1
Residential Single-Family District
This district is established in order to identify and provide those geographic areas within the City that are appropriate for the development and maintenance of low density single-family residential areas.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Day care facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Student
Business park-Office
Apr 14, 2026 • Final
Mechanical
Replace a split system heating and air conditioning unit.
HVAC
Apr 24, 2023 • Final
Roof / reroof
Remove and replace shingles on a residential building.
Roofing
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Attached Garage
Has Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Other Rooms Information
# of Rooms: 3
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Gas
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Central
Cooling Information: Central Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fans(s), Coffered Ceiling(s), Split Bedroom, Stone Counters
Directions: From Clermont, take FL-50 East toward Tavares, then turn left onto FL-19 North. Continue into downtown Tavares, turn right on E Alfred St, then left on 1st St—209 1st St will be on your right.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,972
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.25 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1981
Year Renovated: 1992
County: Lake County
APN: 20-19-26-0400-000-00300
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 23, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Third Party YN: 1
Listing Information
Attribution Contact: 863-344-3948
Previous Status: Pending
Backups Requested YN: 1
Listing Date Information
Days to Contract: 194
Status Contractual Search Date: 2026-09-17
Listing Price Information
Calculated List Price By Calculated Sq Ft: 172.41
Green Information
Green Verification Count: 0
Direction Faces: North
Home Information
Living Area: 1972
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Public Records
Living Area Meters: 183.20
Building Area Total: 3666
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Public Records
Foundation Details: Block, Slab
Stories Total: 1
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
Tavares Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
5/10
Tavares Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.2mi
5/10
Tavares High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
4/10
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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 107° expected this year, 21 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
Tavares, FL • 32778
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
92/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Tavares. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
7.9 hrs
6 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$357,000 – $432,000
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