1210 E CAROLINE STREET, TAVARES, FL, 32778
Active313 days on marketListed Sep 24, 2025MLS #G5102449
About this home
1210 E CAROLINE STREET
Mid-Century Modern Lakefront Living in Tavares Welcome to your opportunity to own a beautifully updated lakefront home in the heart of Tavares, America’s Seaplane City. This 4-bedroom, 2-bath home offers nearly 2,500 sq. ft. of thoughtfully renovated living space. Completely updated in 2020, the home features an open-concept layout with oversized bay windows that capture stunning lake views and bring in natural light. The kitchen and bathrooms have been tastefully updated, along with upgraded electrical and plumbing, a water softener, and a 2019 roof. Outside, enjoy the convenience of a two-car carport, dual driveways, and partial fencing plus the true Florida lifestyle. Boat Dock and public boat ramp just minutes away. Located golf cart distance to downtown Tavares, you’re just moments from waterfront dining, festivals, live music, and the entertainment district.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
4
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2,427
Sqft
0.2 ac
Lot size
1963
Year built
One
Levels
$163
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record — not generic estimates.
$2,828 /mo · 3.5% down FHA, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
FHA is the default here because it gets you in the door with just 3.5% down. Switch to Conventional or VA below.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
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Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$2,828/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. Your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
Value check
Is the price right?
The internet’s favorite home-value number comes from a single automated model that has never seen the street, the finishes, or the view — which is why it routinely misses by tens of thousands of dollars. The edgeAI estimate combines multiple independent data sources with our team’s on-the-ground expertise in this exact market.
vs edgeAI estimate
−10.8%
$/sqft vs Tavares actives
$163 vs $193
Days on market
313 vs 40 typical
Where $163/sqft sits among the 244 Tavares actives
The edgeAI estimate is a starting point, not an appraisal or a broker price opinion. It is generated from public records, listing data and market modeling, and is subject to change once a licensed real estate professional personally inspects the property. Condition, floor, view and lot are not fully captured by any model — ask us for a full comparative market analysis.
Where it sits
Inside Tavares
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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TAVARES 32778 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
25,099
Median age
53.8
Median income
$61,815
Median home value
$241,500
Avg household
2.16
Households w/ children
2,209
For the school run
Lake County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Tavares market
$324K → $345K
Tavares median sold, yr/yr
96.7%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
112 of 244
Tavares actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Tavares, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 21% above the TAVARES 32778 median. See the full Tavares market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 1210 E CAROLINE STREET
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Apr ’26$205,000
1214 E CAROLINE STREET · same community
2 bd · 1 ba · 1,024 sqft · $200/sqft · 69 DOM
Sold · Nov ’25$475,000
434 OAK VIEW DRIVE
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,425 sqft · $196/sqft · 9 DOM
Sold · Nov ’25$1,150,000
33205 LAKESHORE DRIVE
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,512 sqft · $458/sqft · 21 DOM
Closed-sale data from the MLS, last 12 months, selected for similarity in size and location. No two homes are identical — ask us for a full comparative analysis.
Your home team
The pros in your corner
Buying a home is two conversations — the home and the money. Here’s who handles each, side by side, already working together.
Your agent
David Ramirez
Real Estate Agent · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 1210 E CAROLINE STREET — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 1210 E CAROLINE STREET — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
1210 E CAROLINE STREET FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 1210 E CAROLINE STREET?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $2,828/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
What are the property taxes on 1210 E CAROLINE STREET?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2024) was $2,020. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
Are pets allowed at 1210 E CAROLINE STREET?+
The listing reports pets: Yes. Communities often layer on breed or weight rules — we'll verify the specifics with the association before you commit.
How does the price compare to other homes in Tavares?+
At $395,000, this home is listed about 20% above the Tavares median of $329,999. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 1210 E CAROLINE STREET?+
Tavares High School (high), Tavares Elementary School (elementary), Tavares Middle School (middle) — Lake County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Four things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$395,000 runs 21% above the TAVARES 32778 median — but at 2,427 sqft it's also 44% larger than the typical Tavares listing.
02Waterfront living
This home sits directly on the water — the single scarcest feature in Florida inventory and the strongest long-term value anchor.
03Time on market is leverage
313 days on market against a Tavares median of 40 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
04The price has already moved
Listed at $499,000, now $395,000 — a $104K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of LAKE LIFE REALTY · Brandy Lake. MLS #G5102449.
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