* CANAL FRONTAGE WITH ACCESS TO HARRIS CHAIN OF LAKES * SELLER OFFERING 1% SELLER CONCESSIONS WITH GOOD OFFER! * This beautifully upgraded 3-bedroom, 2-bath canal frontage home offers the perfect blend of comfort, recreation, and Florida living. Situated directly on the canal, this property features a private dock and excellent fishing opportunities, creating your own peaceful waterfront retreat. Inside, you’ll find a thoughtfully renovated living space with extensive updates throughout. The kitchen and fireplace room were completely remodeled in 2022, creating a warm and inviting setting for everyday living and entertaining. In 2024, the bathrooms, laundry room, foyer, hallway, and family room were fully remodeled. Custom baseboards and crown molding in the family room add an elegant finishing touch. Major improvements provide additional peace of mind, including a new roof installed in October 2024, a tankless water heater installed in 2024, and a water softener system added in 2025. Step outside and enjoy the best of waterfront living. The private dock is perfect for fishing, relaxing by the water, or simply enjoying the peaceful surroundings. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, weekend getaway, or waterfront investment, this property offers an opportunity to embrace the Central Florida lifestyle. Conveniently located in Tavares with easy access to boating, fishing, dining, shopping, parks, and the many recreational opportunities of the Harris Chain of Lakes. With extensive recent renovations, major updates, and waterfront living at your doorstep, 31946 Harris Road is ready to welcome you home! * A 1% lender credit (based on the buyer’s loan amount) toward the buyer’s closing costs or interest rate buy-down when using the seller’s preferred lender. * Pair Lender Credit with Seller Concession and make your Harris Chain of Lakes dream come true!!! *
Single-familyProperty Type
1977Year Built
0.32 acresLot Size
$321Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Lydia Todd• COLDWELL BANKER HUBBARD HANSEN
Very nice well maintained home directly on a canal to Dead River. Seller has added a dock for fishing or parking a boat. Nice sized corner lot with beautiful oak trees and a fenced in yard for the pets. Nice size patio for barbeques and a utility shedfor extra storage. Tiled floors in all living areas except the bedrooms. Wood burning fireplace in living room, with an extra large family room! Inside laundry room and an side load garage. This home is as clean as a whistle, ready for the new owner.
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #G4653715
Aug 2, 2011
Listing Removed
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Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #G4621669
Oct 5, 2007
Listing Removed
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Public Records
Jun 23, 2004
Sold
$180,000
$106/sq ft
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #G1297184
May 8, 2004
Listing Removed
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Public Records
Jan 1, 1977
Sold
$52,000
$31/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,537 (+2.7%)
2024
$2,470 (+12.2%)
2023
$2,202 (+9.5%)
2022
$2,010 (+3.6%)
2021
$1,940 (−4.1%)
2020
$2,023 (+1.1%)
2019
$2,001 (+4.9%)
2018
$1,907 (+3.9%)
2017
$1,837 (−0.8%)
$30,415 + $109,302
$139,717
2016
$1,852 (−2.1%)
2015
$1,892 (+15.1%)
$30,415 + $107,081
$137,496
2014
$1,644 (+5.4%)
2013
$1,560 (+28.9%)
2012
$1,210
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.32 Acres
Year renovated
1992
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,697
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
1,697
Year built
1977
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lake County
APN
25-19-25-0700-000-01300
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 15, 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.
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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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% 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
98/ 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.
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Redfin Estimate for 31946 Harris Rd
$530,710
$14K under list price of $545K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $240K to $629K.