$292,500
SOLD FEB 14, 2025

31316 Saunders Dr Tavares, FL 32778

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,292 Sq Ft
0.48 Acres

Recently Sold

$226 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

13 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Lake Front
  • In Ground Pool
  • High Ceiling
  • Dock made with wood
  • Open Floorplan
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of February 2025

Welcome to 31316 Saunders Drive -- Unlock the potential of lakeside living with this exceptional fixer-upper opportunity! Nestled near the pristine waters of Lake Saunders, one of the county's largest and cleanest lakes, this property offers the perfect backdrop for creating your dream home or investment project. With no HOA, you have the freedom to bring your vision to life with ease. Whether you dream of creating a lakeside retreat or restoring the home to its former glory, this property offers endless potential. PROXIMITY IS KEY -- This Tavares gem places you just minutes from local shopping and dining, with easy access to major roadways like US-441 and SR-19, connecting you to nearby attractions, including downtown Mount Dora and Lake Dora. Enjoy the convenience of living close to schools, parks, and vibrant community amenities while being just a short drive from Orlando's top destinations. This property is being SOLD AS-IS. Buyer and buyer's agents to independently verify condition. PROPERTY IS PART OF FIRST LOOK OFFEREE PROGRAM AND WILL BE MARKETED TO OWNER OCCUPANTS THE FIRST 30 DAYS ON MARKET.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lana More

KELLER WILLIAMS WINTER PARK Brokerage Phone: 407-545-6430 License #3446946 Listed on: 01/17/2025

KELLER WILLIAMS WINTER PARK

Co-Listed By

Kase Ellers

KELLER WILLIAMS WINTER PARK Brokerage Phone: 407-545-6430 License #3208179

Last Buyer's Agent

Sarah McIntyre

CENTURY 21 BEGGINS License #3416968

CENTURY 21 BEGGINS

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,159

Year Built

  • Built in 1971

Lot Details

  • 0.48 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 100x210
  • Lake Front
  • Southwest Facing Home
  • Oversized Lot
  • Cleared Lot
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned R-6

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Circular Driveway

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Block Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 1,292 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • High Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Living Room
  • Den
  • Lake Views

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Terrazzo
  • Ceramic Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Closet Cabinetry
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower

Outdoor Features

  • In Ground Pool
  • Access To Lake
  • Dock made with wood
  • Open Dock
  • Breezeway
  • Private Mailbox

Schools

  • Tavares Elementary School
  • Tavares Middle School
  • Tavares High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating Available
  • Well
  • Septic Tank
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Lake Saunders Manor Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,159

Year Built

Built in 1971

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Construction Materials: Block
  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 1292
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.48
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1971
  • Building Area Total: 1292
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 21000
  • Directions to Property: Hwy 441/Tavares Rd., turn right onto Lakeview St., turn left on Saunders Drive, property straight ahead.
  • Status: Sold
  • Co List Office Mls Id: MFR261012230
  • Co List Office Phone: 407-545-6430
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: Appraiser
  • Available for Lease YN: 1
  • Escrow City: Altamonte Springs
  • Escrow Postal Code: 32714
  • Escrow State: FL
  • Escrow Street Name: North Westmonte Dr - Suite #: 1004
  • Escrow Street Number: 217
  • List Office Head Office Key Nume: 1052435
  • Minimum Lease: No Minimum
  • RATIO Current Price By Calculate: 226.39
  • Total Acreage: 1/4 to less than 1/2
  • Unit Number YN: 0
  • Water Access YN: 1
  • MFR_BedroomClosetType: No Closet
  • MFR_BedroomClosetType: No Closet
  • MFR_BedroomClosetType: Built-in Closet
  • MFR_BedroomClosetType: No Closet
  • MFR_BedroomClosetType: No Closet
  • MFR_InLawSuiteYN: 0
  • MFR_DockDescription: Dock - Open,Dock - Wood
  • MFR_DockYN: 1
  • Attribution Contact: 407-545-6430
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Terrazzo
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fans(s), High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Other, Primary Bedroom Main Floor
  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Street Number Modifier: 31316
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Appraiser
  • Living Area Meters: 120.03
  • Room Count: 7

Exterior Features

  • Direction Faces: Southwest
  • Pool Features: In Ground
  • Exterior Features: Garden, Other, Private Mailbox
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • View: Water
  • Water Body Name: LAKE SAUNDERS
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete
  • Disclosures: Lead Paint, Other Disclosures
  • Water Access: Lake
  • Water Extras YN: 0
  • Water View: Lake
  • Water View YN: 1
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 0

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Parking Features: Circular Driveway, Driveway

Utilities

  • Utilities: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Electric
  • Laundry Features: Other
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association 2 YN: 0

Fee Information

  • Total Annual Fees: 0.00
  • Total Monthly Fees: 0.00

Schools

  • Elementary School: Tavares Elem
  • High School: Tavares High
  • Middle Or Junior School: Tavares Middle

Lot Info

  • Zoning: R-6
  • Parcel Number: 27-19-26-0400-000-00900
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Features: Cleared, Oversized Lot
  • Lot Dimensions: 100x210
  • Flood Zone Code: X
  • Homestead YN: 0
  • Lot Size Square Meters: 1951

Green Features

  • Green Verification Count: 0

Rental Info

  • Lease Restrictions YN: 0
  • Additional Lease Restrictions: Buyer and buyer's agent to verify with local governing authorities.

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4158.73
  • Tax Block: 000
  • Tax Book Number: 13-20
  • Tax Lot: 9

Multi Family

  • Waterfront Features: Lake
  • Approval Process: Buyer and buyer's agent to verify with local governing authorities.

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 17, 2025
Closed on
Feb 14, 2025
Sold by
Rmh 2023-2 Trust and Greenspring Capital Management Llc
Bought by
Perry Bethany and Perry Christopher
Seller's Agent
Lana More
KELLER WILLIAMS WINTER PARK
Buyer's Agent
Sarah McIntyre
CENTURY 21 BEGGINS
List Price
$299,900
Sold Price
$292,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,400
-2.47%
Views
48
Current Estimated Value
$301,810

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$9,310
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.30%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 17, 2025
Closed on
Dec 30, 2024
Sold by
Pedde-Baggott Roma and Baggott Roma J
Bought by
Rmh 2023-2 Trust and Greenspring Capital Management Llc
Seller's Agent
Lana More
KELLER WILLIAMS WINTER PARK
Buyer's Agent
Sarah McIntyre
CENTURY 21 BEGGINS
List Price
$299,900
Sold Price
$292,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,400
-2.47%
Views
48

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 13, 2024
Sold by
Pedde-Baggott Roma and Baggott Roma J
Bought by
Rmh 2023-2 Trust and Greenspring Capital Management Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 10, 2008
Sold by
Baggott Roma J and Pedde Roma J
Bought by
Baggott Roma J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 15, 2003
Sold by
Maleski Melody Gay and Grube Melody Gay
Bought by
Pedde Roma J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 1, 1994
Sold by
Roberson Rodney Wallace and Roberson Rodney
Bought by
Grube Carl Christopher and Grube Melody Gay

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$68,800
Interest Rate
8.51%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Special Warranty Deed $292,500 Paramount Title
Special Warranty Deed $292,500 Paramount Title
Certificate Of Transfer $100 --
Certificate Of Transfer $100 --
Contract Of Sale -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Placer Title Company
Warranty Deed $150,000 --
Deed $14,400 --
Deed $14,400 --
Deed $14,400 --
Deed $14,400 --
Deed $14,400 --
Deed $14,400 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $660,000 FHA
Previous Owner $637,500 Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage
Previous Owner $165,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $140,000 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Previous Owner $68,800 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/14/2025 02/14/25 Sold $292,500 -2.5% $226 / Sq Ft
01/30/2025 01/30/25 Pending -- -- --
01/17/2025 01/17/25 For Sale $299,900 -- $232 / Sq Ft
Source: Stellar MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $3,626 $250,577 $100,656 $149,921
2024 $3,626 $250,577 $100,656 $149,921
2023 $3,626 $227,539 $81,531 $146,008
2022 $3,501 $227,539 $81,531 $146,008
2021 $3,152 $200,380 $0 $0
2020 $1,952 $143,394 $0 $0
2019 $1,930 $140,171 $0 $0
2018 $1,840 $137,558 $0 $0
2017 $1,771 $134,729 $0 $0
2016 $1,762 $131,958 $0 $0
2015 $1,799 $131,041 $0 $0
2014 $1,815 $130,843 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Stellar MLS

MLS Number: O6272347

Stellar MLS

APN: 27-19-26-0400-000-00900