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Property Description
Charming Lakeview Home Near Downtown Tavares Welcome to 1214 E. Caroline Street, a well-maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bath home with lake views of Lake Tavares, perfectly positioned just minutes from downtown. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, rental income, Airbnb, or a private guest or in-law home, this property offers flexibility and value. Recent updates include a 2019 roof, 2022 A/C, 2020 water heater, updated plumbing (2020), new windows (2022), and a new front deck (2022). The home features a carport, washer and dryer that convey, and a functional layout filled with natural light. Enjoy golf cart access to downtown Tavares waterfront dining, live music, and year-round events, with Mount Dora just minutes away. A rare opportunity to own a move-in-ready home with lake views in a prime location.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1214 E Caroline St
General
- Price: $250,000
- Taxes: $1,817 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
- MLS ID: G5105965
- Updated: 12/30/2025
- Added to Site: 17 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Min. Lease: No Minimum
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 4
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Open Floorplan
- Appliances: Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Furnishings: Furnished
- Flooring: Laminate
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Exterior
- Exterior Features: None
Parking
- Carports: Yes
- Carport: 1
- Carport Spaces: 1
- Covered Spaces: 1
Location
- Area: 32778 - Tavares / Deer Island
- County: Lake
- Development Name: 32778 - Tavares / Deer Island
- Subdivision: TAVARES MINNETONKA
- Driving Directions: Headed west on Old 441 towards Tavares TR onto Suwannee Pl follow to E Caroline St home is on the left
- Direction Faces: North
Community
- Community Name: 32778 - Tavares / Deer Island
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Mini-Split Unit(s)
- Heating Type: Other
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water District: LAKE TAVARES
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Public
Structural Information
- Exterior Const.: Wood Frame
- Roof: Shingle
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Stories/Levels: One
- Square Feet: 1,024
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Year Built: 1920
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.14
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 6,250
- Lot Size: 6250
- Lot Dimensions: 50 x 125
- Street/Road Desc.: Paved
Water Features
- Water Front Name: LAKE TAVARES
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $1,817.98
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: None
- Legal Description: TAVARES MINNETONKA LOT 6--LESS W 10 FT-- BLK A PB 6 PG 73 ORB 5441 PG 37
- Flood Zone Info: x
- APN: 281926130000A00600
- Property ID: 281926130000A00600
- Block/Lot/Section: 00A
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Schools
Schools serving 1214 E Caroline St
School District:Lake County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Tavares Elementary School 720 East Clifford Street, Tavares, FL 32778 | PK-5 | 0.5 mi |
Tavares Middle School 1335 Lane Park Cutoff Road, Tavares, FL 32778 | 6-8 | 2.9 mi |
Tavares High School 603 North New Hampshire Avenue, Tavares, FL 32778 | 9-12 | 0.9 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1214 E Caroline St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
12/30/2025
Listed
$250,000
316.67%
MLS
3/17/2020
Sold
$60,000
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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 1214 E Caroline St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$1,727
—
$97,987
—
2024
$1,727
9%
$98,019
3%
2023
$1,583
28%
$95,243
52%
2021
$1,233
-17%
$62,487
-30%
2022
$1,485
20%
$89,130
43%
2021
$1,233
13%
$62,450
36%
2019
$1,091
23%
$45,827
10%
2018
$884
10%
$41,661
9%
2017
$807
4%
$38,053
6%
2016
$776
1%
$35,892
2%
2015
$766
—
$35,293
2%
2014
$764
7%
$34,748
2%
2013
$714
—
$34,040
—
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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1214 E Caroline Street, Tavares, FL 32778 (MLS# G5105965) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 1214 E Caroline Street is currently listed for $250,000 and was received on December 30, 2025. Want to learn more about 1214 E Caroline Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Tavares? You can browse all Tavares real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

