$260,000
SOLD JUL 7, 2025

948 Dora Ave Tavares, FL 32778

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,412 Sq Ft
7,500 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$184 Per Sq Ft

7% Below List Price

51 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of July 2025

Tavares Sears Craftsman! Adorable Circa 1925 Cottage represents a step back in time with modern conveniences. Situated central to Lake County Seat, with easy access to hospitals, shopping, restaurants and downtown parks in Tavares "America's Seaplane City". This special home is a picture of warmth and charm rarely found today. A must have front porch is an expression of the era and the place to spend relaxing time. Entering the front door into the main home, you are welcomed by a spacious living room complete with wood burning fireplace and original hard wood flooring that flows throughout most of the home. Memories are made in the beautiful dining room, featuring built-ins and window seat storage. The kitchen is filled with natural light, surprisingly large, encompassing lots of counter space, separate work areas, island, double sinks, eat in kitchen, walk-in pantry and laundry area. Plenty of room for 2 cooks in this kitchen! Master bedroom has a private bath and it's own exit to the peaceful screened porch overlooking the back yard. 2 additional bedrooms and guest bath with tub plus nooks and crannies round out the interior. The Back porch is off the kitchen and master bedroom and leads to an wonderful open porch inviting sunshine and fun times. The backyard has a fire pit area and a 8x12 utility shed. Parking and driveway are to the side leading to the back and provide plenty of room for your cars. A great spot in a great city, close to Mount Dora, Eustis and all the festivals. Schedule a showing today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Nova Fuller

DAVE LOWE REALTY, INC. Brokerage Phone: 352-383-7104 License #3082499 Listed on: 03/19/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Damon Morton

DOWN HOME REALTY, LLLP License #3589340

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,302

Year Built

  • Built in 1925

Lot Details

  • 7,500 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x150
  • North Facing Home
  • Mature Landscaping
  • Property is zoned RSF-1

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,412 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Shelving
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Window Treatments
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Crawl Space
  • Attic Ventilator

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Solid Wood Cabinet

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Kitchen
  • Electric Dryer Hookup

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Outdoor Storage

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating Available
  • High Speed Internet

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Tavares Tavares Heights Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,302

Year Built

Built in 1925

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Craftsman
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Wood Siding
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1412
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.17
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Building Area Total: 1722
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7500
  • Directions to Property: Intersection of old Hwy 441 and Eudora take old 441 towards Tavares Turn Right on Dora Ave at light. Home is on the right.
  • Status: Sold
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Available for Lease YN: 1
  • Escrow City: Munt Dora
  • Escrow Postal Code: 32757
  • Escrow State: FL
  • Escrow Street Name: US Hwy 441 Suite A
  • Escrow Street Number: 20110
  • List Office Head Office Key Nume: 1037099
  • Minimum Lease: No Minimum
  • RATIO Current Price By Calculate: 184.14
  • Total Acreage: 0 to less than 1/4
  • Unit Number YN: 0
  • Water Access YN: 0
  • MFR_InLawSuiteYN: 0
  • MFR_DockYN: 0
  • Attribution Contact: 352-383-7104
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Interior Amenities: Attic Ventilator, Ceiling Fans(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Window Treatments
  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator
  • Foundation Details: Crawlspace
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Street Number Modifier: 948
  • Additional Rooms: Formal Dining Room Separate,Formal Living Room Separate
  • Living Area Meters: 131.18
  • Room Count: 7

Exterior Features

  • Direction Faces: North
  • Exterior Features: Storage
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Pool Private: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Patio and Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio, Rear Porch
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Water Extras YN: 0
  • Water View YN: 0
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 0

Garage/Parking

  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: No

Utilities

  • Utilities: BB/HS Internet Available, Electricity Connected
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Electric
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, In Kitchen
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

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

Lot Info

  • Zoning: RSF-1
  • Parcel Number: 28-19-26-1900-00N-07500
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Dimensions: 50x150
  • Flood Zone Code: X
  • Homestead YN: 1
  • Lot Size Square Meters: 697

Green Features

  • Green Verification Count: 0

Rental Info

  • Lease Restrictions YN: 0

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1302.3
  • Tax Block: 00N
  • Tax Book Number: 5-27
  • Tax Lot: 75

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 19, 2025
Closed on
Jul 7, 2025
Sold by
Kane Vicki Lynn
Bought by
Burwell Timothy Edward
Seller's Agent
Nova Fuller
DAVE LOWE REALTY, INC.
Buyer's Agent
Damon Morton
DOWN HOME REALTY, LLLP
List Price
$279,900
Sold Price
$260,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,900
-7.11%
Views
122

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-55.77%
Original Mortgage
$255,290
Outstanding Balance
$255,290
Interest Rate
6.89%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
-$30,801

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 7, 2012
Sold by
Groomes Gayle F and Groomes David L
Bought by
Kane Fred and Kane Vicki L
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
Warranty Deed $260,000 Shipley Law Firm & Title
Quit Claim Deed -- Attorney
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $255,290 FHA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/07/2025 07/07/25 Sold $260,000 +13.1% $184 / Sq Ft
05/09/2025 05/09/25 Pending -- -- --
04/12/2025 04/12/25 Price Changed $229,900 -17.9% $163 / Sq Ft
03/19/2025 03/19/25 For Sale $279,900 -- $198 / 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 $1,242 $108,839 $33,413 $75,426
2024 $1,242 $108,839 $33,413 $75,426
2023 $1,242 $106,620 $33,413 $73,207
2022 $1,596 $95,482 $22,275 $73,207
2021 $1,417 $80,744 $0 $0
2020 $1,386 $77,032 $0 $0
2019 $1,289 $70,581 $0 $0
2018 $1,072 $50,559 $0 $0
2017 $1,006 $47,509 $0 $0
2016 $932 $43,114 $0 $0
2015 $918 $42,279 $0 $0
2014 $915 $41,634 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Stellar MLS

MLS Number: G5094364

Stellar MLS

APN: 28-19-26-1900-00N-07500