495 Fern Ave Tavares, FL 32778
Estimated payment $1,310/month
Highlights
- View of Trees or Woods
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Great Room
- Private Lot
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
About This Home
Discover the potential of this 3-bedroom, 3-bath home situated on a generous lot in the heart of Tavares. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or investor, this property offers a blank canvas for renovation or personalization. Enjoy a prime location just minutes from downtown Tavares, schools, parks, and local conveniences. With strong value and endless possibilities, this is your chance to turn vision into reality!
Listing Agent
GENSTONE REALTY Brokerage Phone: 407-237-0905 License #3587086 Listed on: 08/02/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,995
Year Built
- Built in 1930
Lot Details
- 6,750 Sq Ft Lot
- East Facing Home
- Private Lot
- Property is zoned RSF-1
Home Design
- Shingle Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,198 Sq Ft Home
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Great Room
- Living Room
- Views of Woods
- Crawl Space
- Dishwasher
- Laundry closet
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Full Bathrooms
Outdoor Features
- Outdoor Storage
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Septic Tank
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Tavares Summerall Park Heights Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Visit Down Payment Resource Website
- Legal Lot and Block 7 / 00F
- Assessor Parcel Number 31-19-26-0400-00F-00700
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $3,012 | $204,543 | $47,460 | $157,083 |
| 2024 | $3,012 | $204,543 | $47,460 | $157,083 |
| 2023 | $3,012 | $199,707 | $47,460 | $152,247 |
| 2022 | $2,801 | $180,230 | $29,945 | $150,285 |
| 2021 | $2,402 | $139,458 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $2,146 | $102,536 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $1,294 | $60,703 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $1,535 | $72,355 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $1,279 | $67,993 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $1,117 | $51,676 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $370 | $42,030 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $367 | $41,697 | $0 | $0 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/02/2025 08/02/25 | For Sale | $185,000 | +32.1% | $154 / Sq Ft |
| 12/13/2019 12/13/19 | Sold | $140,000 | -3.4% | $117 / Sq Ft |
| 10/10/2019 10/10/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/23/2019 09/23/19 | Price Changed | $145,000 | -1.4% | $121 / Sq Ft |
| 09/06/2019 09/06/19 | Price Changed | $146,990 | -0.3% | $123 / Sq Ft |
| 08/12/2019 08/12/19 | For Sale | $147,500 | 0.0% | $123 / Sq Ft |
| 08/08/2019 08/08/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/30/2019 07/30/19 | For Sale | $147,500 | 0.0% | $123 / Sq Ft |
| 06/27/2019 06/27/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/18/2019 06/18/19 | For Sale | $147,500 | 0.0% | $123 / Sq Ft |
| 06/08/2019 06/08/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/29/2019 05/29/19 | Price Changed | $147,500 | -1.7% | $123 / Sq Ft |
| 04/24/2019 04/24/19 | For Sale | $150,000 | +150.0% | $125 / Sq Ft |
| 09/10/2018 09/10/18 | Sold | $60,000 | -14.2% | $50 / Sq Ft |
| 08/20/2018 08/20/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/28/2018 06/28/18 | Price Changed | $69,900 | -6.7% | $58 / Sq Ft |
| 06/25/2018 06/25/18 | For Sale | $74,900 | 0.0% | $63 / Sq Ft |
| 06/06/2018 06/06/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/16/2018 05/16/18 | For Sale | $74,900 | -- | $63 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Warranty Deed | $100 | Servicelink | |
| Special Warranty Deed | $100 | Servicelink | |
| Certificate Of Transfer | $100 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $140,000 | Sterling Title Llc | |
| Special Warranty Deed | $60,000 | Buyers Title Inc | |
| Trustee Deed | -- | Attorney | |
| Trustee Deed | -- | Attorney |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $129,222 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $20,000 | Stand Alone Second | |
| Previous Owner | $131,683 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $28,800 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $83,700 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $49,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Stellar MLS
MLS Number: O6332659
APN: 31-19-26-0400-00F-00700
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