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Property Description
Welcome home to this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath property located on a desirable corner lot in the heart of Tavares, the Seaplane City and county seat of Lake County. With no HOA, this home offers freedom and flexibility, making it ideal as a first-time family home or a fantastic rental opportunity. Enjoy a private, fully fenced backyard with plenty of room for outdoor recreation or a cozy firepit, plus a very large covered and screened-in back deck perfect for entertaining or relaxing year-round. French doors open to the porch from both the kitchen and the primary bedroom, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor living experience. Inside, you'll find renovated bathrooms, new flooring, new windows, and a new refrigerator, along with peace of mind knowing the roof was replaced in November 2025 and the HVAC system is only two years old. The location is unbeatable-surrounded by beautiful lakes for fishing and recreation, just a 10-minute walk to downtown Tavares, the famous seaplane port, and numerous restaurants. Walk to both elementary and high schools, enjoy close proximity to public transportation, and appreciate being just one hour from either coast, one hour from Orlando International Airport, and an hour from Orlando attractions. This home truly combines comfort, convenience, and lifestyle in one exceptional package. Schedule your private showing today!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 501 Dora Ave
General
- Price: $274,900
- Taxes: $4,134 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
- MLS ID: G5106288
- Updated: 1/7/2026
- Added to Site: 9 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Min. Lease: No Minimum
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 9
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Open Floorplan, Solid Wood Cabinets, Thermostat
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
- Flooring: Vinyl, Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup
Exterior
- Exterior Features: French Doors, Private Yard
- Deck/Patio: Covered, Deck, Rear Porch, Screened
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered, Deck, Rear Porch, Screened
Location
- Area: 32778 - Tavares / Deer Island
- County: Lake
- Development Name: 32778 - Tavares / Deer Island
- Subdivision: TAVARES JOSEPH CARLTON SUB
- Driving Directions: From Old Hwy. 441 in Tavares (Alfred St) Turn north on Dora Ave. Home is on the left.
- Direction Faces: East
School Information
- Elementary School: Tavares Elem
- Middle School: Tavares Middle
- High School: Tavares High
Community
- Community Name: 32778 - Tavares / Deer Island
- Pet Restrictions: No pet restrictions
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Central
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Cable TV Available, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Street Lights, Water Connected
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Traditional
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Exterior Const.: Block, Stucco
- Roof: Shingle
- Stories/Levels: One
- Square Feet: 1,394
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Year Built: 1977
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.19
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 8,118
- Lot Size: 8118
- Lot Dimensions: 66 x 123
- Frontage: Street Paved
- Street/Road Desc.: Paved
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $4,134.29
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: None
- Legal Description: TAVARES JOSEPH CARLTON SUB LOT 4 PB 23 PG 11 ORB 5779 PG 1975
- Flood Zone Info: X
- APN: 281926070000000400
- Property ID: 281926070000000400
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Schools
Schools serving 501 Dora Ave
School District:Lake County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Tavares Elementary School 720 East Clifford Street, Tavares, FL 32778 | PK-5 | 0.3 mi |
Tavares Middle School 1335 Lane Park Cutoff Road, Tavares, FL 32778 | 6-8 | 2.7 mi |
Tavares High School 603 North New Hampshire Avenue, Tavares, FL 32778 | 9-12 | 0.6 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 501 Dora Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/07/2026
Listed
$274,900
231.2%
MLS
11/14/2008
Sold
$83,000
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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 501 Dora Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$4,183
7%
$214,165
2%
2023
$3,895
60%
$208,985
39%
2021
$2,430
-32%
$150,723
-17%
2022
$3,591
48%
$181,825
32%
2021
$2,430
40%
$137,359
67%
2018
$1,741
8%
$82,092
8%
2017
$1,614
3%
$76,095
5%
2016
$1,560
-10%
$72,145
-10%
2015
$1,742
-23%
$80,239
-11%
2019
$2,249
30%
$90,301
14%
2014
$1,734
7%
$78,882
2%
2013
$1,617
—
$77,116
—
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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501 Dora Avenue, Tavares, FL 32778 (MLS# G5106288) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 501 Dora Avenue is currently listed for $274,900 and was received on January 07, 2026. Want to learn more about 501 Dora Avenue? 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.

