Welcome to your canal front oasis in Tavares — just 500 feet from Lake Harris! Tucked away on over an acre of beautifully landscaped property, this custom-built home offers two separate lots, detached 25x30 garage, Perfect for both the car enthusiasts and waterfront living. This is very hard to find the best of both worlds! Step inside to find soaring vaulted ceilings, sun tubes that flood the home with natural light, and French doors framing serene views of the canal and lake. The remodeled kitchen features an island, updated appliances, and a pass-through window to the screened porch — perfect for entertaining or hosting family gatherings. The adjoining cozy family room offers a fireplace for perfect ambiance, while the spacious primary suite boasts a fully remodeled bathroom with double vanities, a walk-in shower, and large closet. Outdoor living takes center stage with a sparkling 14x32 inground pool with heat pump inside a large, screened enclosure, a covered front porch with pergola, and a large, screened back porch overlooking the water and separate covered grilling area. Boaters will love the new covered dock with lift, aluminum seawall, and easy access to the Harris Chain of Lakes. Hobbyists and RV enthusiasts will appreciate the 25x30 detached garage/workshop equipped with 200 AMP service, fully equipped with air compressor and plumbed lines, 30-amp RV hookup, in addition to the attached 2-car garage, carports, and multiple storage buildings. Recent updates bring peace of mind: water heater (2017), roof (2019), irrigation well (2020), bathroom remodels (2021), flooring (2021), septic (2023), AC (2024), and more! Whether you’re searching for a waterfront retreat, a space for hobbies and toys, or simply a place to enjoy Florida’s lake lifestyle, this property offers it all with the opportunities for multi-family living or the possibly of building another home on the other lot. This rare opportunity of land and waterfront lifestyle will not last!
Single-familyProperty Type
1990Year Built
1.07 acresLot Size
$367Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 garage spacesParking
Listed by Ruth Back LLC• ERA GRIZZARD REAL ESTATE
Contact: 3522670672
Bought with Non-Member Agent• STELLAR NON-MEMBER OFFICE
*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
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
10,242 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1996
Sq. Ft.
1,685
Year built
1990
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lake County
APN
25-19-25-0900-000-00500
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 23, 2026.
R-1
AZO
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.
Zone overlays
Airport Zones Overlay
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: 25x30
Parking Features: Boat, Covered, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Other, RV Access/Parking, Workshop in Garage
Garage Spaces: 4
Has Carport
Carport Spaces: 2
Has Attached Garage
Has Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup
Water View Description: Canal,Lake - Chain of Lakes
Water Access Y/N: 1
Water Access Description: Canal - Freshwater,Lake - Chain of Lakes
Water Extras Y/N: 1
Water Extras Description: Boathouse,Lift - Covered,Seawall - Other,Skiing Allowed
Farm Information
Number Of Wells: 1
Number Of Septics: 1
Property Information
CDD Y/N: 0
Homestead Y/N: 1
Other Equipment: Irrigation Equipment
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Completed
Other Structures: Boat House, Shed(s), Workshop
Has Additional Parcels
Zoning: R-1
Land Information
Total Acreage: 1 to less than 2
Lot Information
Number Of Lots: 2
Lot Features: Cleared, Corner Lot, Landscaped, Oversized Lot, Paved
Lot Size Acres: 1.07
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Lot Size Square Meters: 4336
Zoning Compatible YN: 1
Other Exemptions YN: 0
Building Information
MFR_BuildingAreaTotalSrchSqM: 245.26
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,598.22
Tax Year: 2024
Lease / Rent Details
Lease Restrictions YN: 0
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private, See Remarks, Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Private, Sprinkler Well, Water Connected
Additional Water Information: *Canal frontage measurements calculated from Property Appraiser's website measurement tool for each parcel (Home-79.4' & Lot-213.6'). Boat house with electric boat lift capable of holding a 20' boat or pontoon (both straps available).
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Unit Number YN: 0
Furnished: Unfurnished
HOA Information
MFR_Association2YN: 0
Association Fee Requirement: None
Location Information
Directions: From US Hwy 441 in Tavares, turn south onto SR-19, then turn right onto Dead River Road. Travel about 1 mile and turn left onto Cove Road. Follow to 31215, home is on the right.
Community Information
Community Features: Street Lights
Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,685
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 10,242 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1990
Year Renovated: 1996
County: Lake County
APN: 25-19-25-0900-000-00500
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 23, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Third Party YN: 1
Listing Information
Attribution Contact: 3522670672
Previous Status: Pending
Backups Requested YN: 0
Home Warranty YN: Yes
Listing Date Information
Days to Contract: 0
BOM Date: 2025-10-04T00:00:00.000
Status Contractual Search Date: 2025-10-24
Listing Price Information
Calculated List Price By Calculated Sq Ft: 370.92
Green Information
Green Verification Count: 0
Direction Faces: East
Home Information
Living Area: 1685
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Public Records
Living Area Meters: 156.54
Building Area Total: 2640
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Public Records
Foundation Details: Slab
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
Tavares Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.9mi
5/10
Tavares Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.8mi
5/10
Tavares High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.4mi
4/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 107° 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
Tavares, FL • 32778
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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
$588,000 – $711,000
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