
3278 Downs Cove Rd Windermere, FL 34786
Highlights
- 50 Feet of Waterfront
- Access To Chain Of Lakes
- Deck
- Thornebrooke Elementary School Rated A
- Chain Of Lake Views
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of October 2024BUTLER 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.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
COMPASS FLORIDA LLC License #3197932 Listed on: 03/24/2014

Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,964
Year Built
- Built in 1947
Lot Details
- 0.29 Acre Lot
- 50 Feet of Waterfront
- Lake Front
- Mature Landscaping
- Property is zoned R-CE
Home Design
- Slab Foundation
- Shingle Roof
- Block Exterior
Interior Spaces
- 1,353 Sq Ft Home
- Ceiling Fan
- Sliding Doors
- Chain Of Lake Views
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Kitchen
- Range
- Stone Countertops
- Solid Wood Cabinet
Flooring
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry in unit
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Access To Chain Of Lakes
- Balcony
- Deck
- Covered patio or porch
- Rain Gutters
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Downs Cove Camp Sites Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Legal Lot and Block 120 / 03
- Assessor Parcel Number 09-23-28-2196-03-120
Ownership History
Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Purchase Details
Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Similar Homes in Windermere, FL
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Warranty Deed | $950,000 | None Listed On Document | |
Warranty Deed | $525,000 | Artesian Title Inc | |
Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Available | |
Trustee Deed | $197,100 | None Available | |
Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
Warranty Deed | $350,000 | -- | |
Warranty Deed | $365,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Previous Owner | $375,000 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $280,000 | Unknown | |
Previous Owner | $620,000 | Negative Amortization | |
Previous Owner | $65,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Previous Owner | $280,000 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $230,000 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $40,000 | Credit Line Revolving |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
01/12/2025 01/12/25 | Price Changed | $4,500 | -13.5% | $3 / Sq Ft |
11/21/2024 11/21/24 | For Rent | $5,200 | 0.0% | -- |
10/15/2024 10/15/24 | Sold | $950,000 | -13.6% | $702 / Sq Ft |
09/12/2024 09/12/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
09/01/2024 09/01/24 | Price Changed | $1,099,000 | -8.3% | $812 / Sq Ft |
07/12/2024 07/12/24 | For Sale | $1,199,000 | +100.2% | $886 / Sq Ft |
08/17/2018 08/17/18 | Off Market | -- | -- | -- |
03/01/2015 03/01/15 | Sold | -- | -- | -- |
06/10/2014 06/10/14 | Price Changed | $599,000 | -7.7% | $443 / Sq Ft |
05/14/2014 05/14/14 | Price Changed | $649,000 | -5.8% | $480 / Sq Ft |
03/24/2014 03/24/14 | For Sale | $689,000 | -- | $509 / Sq Ft |
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $13,472 | $852,930 | $750,000 | $102,930 |
2024 | $12,218 | $848,370 | $750,000 | $98,370 |
2023 | $12,218 | $834,885 | $750,000 | $84,885 |
2022 | $10,582 | $673,413 | $600,000 | $73,413 |
2021 | $9,608 | $581,049 | $515,000 | $66,049 |
2020 | $9,308 | $582,149 | $515,000 | $67,149 |
2019 | $9,358 | $583,249 | $515,000 | $68,249 |
2018 | $8,286 | $482,289 | $415,000 | $67,289 |
2017 | $8,350 | $481,332 | $415,000 | $66,332 |
2016 | $8,483 | $480,129 | $415,000 | $65,129 |
2015 | $7,424 | $408,506 | $345,000 | $63,506 |
2014 | $7,302 | $393,305 | $345,000 | $48,305 |
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Seller's Agent in 2024
John Goggin
STOCKWORTH REALTY GROUP
(407) 909-5900
35 Total Sales
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Seller's Agent in 2024
Rodney Melendez
CORCORAN PREMIER REALTY
(888) 883-8509
36 Total Sales
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Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2024
Christopher Christensen
COMPASS FLORIDA LLC
(407) 312-8003
164 Total Sales
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Seller's Agent in 2015
Julie Christensen
COMPASS FLORIDA LLC
(407) 592-2055
10 Total Sales
Map
Source: Stellar MLS
MLS Number: O5217440

APN: 09-2328-2196-03-120
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