Welcome to your waterfront paradise on the beautiful Windermere Chain of Lakes! This remarkable 0.29-acre lot at 3278 Downs Cove Rd offers the perfect canvas for your dream home or investment opportunity. With direct water frontage, a private boat dock, and access to the coveted Lake Down, this property is a water enthusiast's dream come true. Boasting stunning views and the potential for a variety of water activities, from boating to skiing, this lot presents an exceptional opportunity to create a luxurious lakeside retreat. Whether you're envisioning a serene escape or a savvy investment in prime real estate, this property delivers on both fronts. Don't miss your chance to be part of the exclusive Windermere community and own a piece of the highly sought-after Chain of Lakes. Embrace the unparalleled lifestyle that comes with living on the water and make your vision a reality at 3278 Downs Cove Rd.
Single-familyProperty Type
1947Year Built
0.29 acresLot Size
$827Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Rodney Melendez• COMPASS FLORIDA, LLC
Listed by Christopher Christensen• COMPASS FLORIDA, LLC
BUTLER CHAIN Opportunity! Beautifully updated cottage with 50 feet of lake frontage on Lake Down, 0.29 Acre lot. Located in Windermere on the East side of Lake Down, zoned for Olympia High School, with quick access to amenities nearby yet you'll feel miles away sitting on the boat dock enjoying southwestern sunset views. Boat lift and jet-ski skid lift are ready to go. The house is impressive inside with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, hardwood floors, surround sound, ceiling fans, beautifully tiled bathrooms, and wood ceiling detail. French doors separate a den off the back with great views out to the lake. A wrap-around deck off the back is screened in, complete with Hot tub. The lot itself is approximately 210 feet long, with 130 feet of that between the rear of the house and the water. This house could be added on to quite easily or removed and a 2-story new home built in the middle of the lot for great lake views in an amazing location on the Butler Chain. Make it yours today and start living the good life.
Public Records
Dec 19, 2002
Sold
$350,000
$259/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 1, 1986
Sold
$130,000
$96/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,379 (+6.7%)
$750,000 + $102,930
$852,930
2024
$13,472 (+10.3%)
$750,000 + $102,930
$852,930
2023
$12,218 (+15.5%)
$750,000 + $98,378
$848,378
2022
$10,582 (+10.1%)
$600,000 + $73,413
$673,413
2021
$9,608 (+3.2%)
$600,000 + $73,413
$673,413
2020
$9,308 (−0.5%)
$515,000 + $66,049
$581,049
2019
$9,358 (+12.9%)
$515,000 + $68,249
$583,249
2018
$8,286 (−0.8%)
$515,000 + $68,249
$583,249
2017
$8,350 (−1.6%)
$415,000 + $66,332
$481,332
2016
$8,483 (+14.3%)
$415,000 + $66,332
$481,332
2015
$7,423 (+1.7%)
$345,000 + $63,506
$408,506
2014
$7,302 (+4.8%)
2013
$6,965 (−0.6%)
2012
$7,005
Tax history for 3278 Downs Cove Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,379 (+6.7%)
$750,000 + $102,930
$852,930
2024
$13,472 (+10.3%)
$750,000 + $102,930
$852,930
2023
$12,218 (+15.5%)
$750,000 + $98,378
$848,378
2022
$10,582 (+10.1%)
$600,000 + $73,413
$673,413
2021
$9,608 (+3.2%)
$600,000 + $73,413
$673,413
2020
$9,308 (−0.5%)
$515,000 + $66,049
$581,049
2019
$9,358 (+12.9%)
$515,000 + $68,249
$583,249
2018
$8,286 (−0.8%)
$515,000 + $68,249
$583,249
2017
$8,350 (−1.6%)
$415,000 + $66,332
$481,332
2016
$8,483 (+14.3%)
$415,000 + $66,332
$481,332
2015
$7,423 (+1.7%)
$345,000 + $63,506
$408,506
2014
$7,302 (+4.8%)
2013
$6,965 (−0.6%)
2012
$7,005
*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
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.29 Acres
Year renovated
1974
Sq. Ft.
1,353
Year built
1947
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Orange County
APN
282309219603120
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
R-CE
Country Estate District
The purpose of the country estate district is to establish areas where very low residential densities may be maintained and where investment in homes will be protected from the adverse effects sometimes found in agricultural districts. This district is primarily residential. However, certain uses found only in agricultural districts may be permitted as special exceptions.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Livestock production
Fire house
Police station
Property details
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Laundry Closet
Other Rooms Information
# of Rooms: 5
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Heat Pump
Cooling Information: Central Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fans(s), Split Bedroom, Stone Counters
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Listing provided courtesy of: STOCKWORTH REALTY GROUP
Listing agent: John Goggin
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