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Property Description
Virtually Staged. JUST REDUCED BY OVER $20,000! Skip the wait, build delays, and high taxes of new construction-step straight into this freshly updated, turn-key home in Lake Douglas Preserve with NO CDD FEE and a low HOA! To make your move even easier, the seller is offering a $2,000 credit at closing to assist with closing costs or an interest-rate buydown. Built in 2018 and impeccably refreshed with brand-new interior paint and professionally deep-cleaned carpets, this layout offers a crisp, modern feel from the moment you walk through the door. Interior Highlights: Upgraded Flooring: Premium wood-look tile runs seamlessly through the open-concept main living areas and into the primary suite, offering polished style with easy-care durability. Energy Efficiency: Upgraded storm/impact windows add year-round energy savings, noise reduction, and peace of mind. Move-In Ready Essentials: Includes a GE extra-large capacity washer and dryer so you don't have to spend thousands on appliances after closing. Outdoor Sanctuary: Expansive Concrete Patio: Step through sliding glass doors to a custom ~18' × 20' poured concrete patio (approx. 360 sq. ft.)-ideal for lounging or grilling under the Florida sun. Shaded Pergola & Mature Palms: Features an established pergola for shaded outdoor dining, surrounded by a fully fenced yard and anchored by two mature royal palms for instant tropical landscaping. Set in a quiet, boutique community minutes from major Central Florida routes, local dining, and shopping. With key updates completed and major price improvements locked in, this is the best value under $350k in Groveland. Unpack, relax, and make it yours today!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1281 Water Willow Dr
General
- Price: $349,900
- HOA FEE: $73/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Quarterly
- Taxes: $3,395 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
- MLS ID: O6430729
- Updated: 9/14/2026
- Added to Site: 53 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Min. Lease: No Minimum
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 7
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Sliding Doors
- Deck/Patio: Screened
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Screened
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Covered Spaces: 2
Location
- Area: 34736 - Groveland
- County: Lake
- Development Name: 34736 - Groveland
- Subdivision: LAKE DOUGLAS PRESERVE
- Driving Directions: Located in the beautiful Lake Douglas Preserve community. From FL-50, head north on Villa City Road. Turn right onto Lake Douglas Drive, and then take a left into the neighborhood onto Water Willow Drive. The property is located on the right side of the street.
- Direction Faces: South
School Information
- Elementary School: Groveland Elem
- Middle School: Gray Middle
- High School: South Lake High
Community
- Community Name: 34736 - Groveland
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Name: Specialty Mgmt Co.
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Central
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Electricity Connected, Water Connected
Structural Information
- Exterior Const.: Block
- Roof: Shingle
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows, Insulated Windows, Low-Emissivity Windows
- Stories/Levels: One
- Square Feet: 1,616
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Year Built: 2018
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Other
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.12
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 5,252
- Lot Size: 5252
- Street/Road Desc.: Asphalt
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $220
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Quarterly
- Assoc Fee Desc.: Required
- Tax Amount: $3,395
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: None
- Legal Description: LAKE DOUGLAS PRESERVE PB 67 PG 57-59 LOT 17 ORB 5219 PG 2395
- Flood Zone Info: X
- APN: 212225020000001700
- Property ID: 212225020000001700
Listed by Mark Spain Real Estate
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Schools
Schools serving 1281 Water Willow Dr
School District:Lake County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Groveland Elementary School 930 Parkwood Street, Groveland, FL 34736 | PK-5 | 2.4 mi |
Gray Middle School 205 East Magnolia Street, Groveland, FL 34736 | 6-8 | 3 mi |
South Lake High School 15600 Silver Eagle Road, Groveland, FL 34736 | 9-12 | 1.3 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1281 Water Willow Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/04/2026
Price Reduced
$349,900
-4.14%
MLS
8/22/2026
Price Reduced
$365,000
-1.35%
MLS
8/07/2026
Listed
$370,000
55.56%
MLS
11/30/2018
Sold
$237,850
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 1281 Water Willow Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$3,395
5%
$220,710
3%
2024
$3,225
—
$214,490
3%
2024
$3,225
3%
$208,450
3%
2023
$3,121
16%
$202,380
6%
2021
$2,690
-10%
$190,767
-3%
2022
$2,984
11%
$196,490
4%
2021
$2,690
-1%
$188,134
2%
2019
$2,705
241%
$183,905
332%
2018
$794
6%
$42,581
7%
2017
$747
-4%
$39,840
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2016
$776
—
$39,840
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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1281 Water Willow Drive, Groveland, FL 34736 (MLS# O6430729) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 1281 Water Willow Drive is currently listed for $349,900 and was received on August 07, 2026. Want to learn more about 1281 Water Willow Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Groveland? You can browse all Groveland real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

