1629 SUNSHINE LANE, TAVARES, FL, 32778
Active164 days on marketListed Feb 20, 2026MLS #G5108478
About this home
1629 SUNSHINE LANE
Prime Lakefront Homesite on Lake Dora — Tavares, FL Build your dream home or design the Air BnB that books itself on this beautiful waterfront lot directly on Lake Dora, just minutes from vibrant downtown Tavares & Mount Dora, shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences including Publix 3 minutes away. Nestled in a quiet cul-de-sac, the property is fully served by city water, sewer, and electric — ready for construction. Design your forever home to wake up to stunning lake sunrises and unwind with glowing sunsets from your future living spaces. Enjoy peaceful waterfront living tucked away from heavy traffic, yet conveniently located just off Highway 19 with easy access to Mount Dora, Eustis, and Howey-in-the-Hills. Located in one of Central Florida’s most desirable and growing lakefront communities and Orlando suburb, this property offers both lifestyle appeal and strong long-term investment potential.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
0.18 ac
Lot size
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.
$2,151 /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:
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$2,151/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.
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)
Median sold price, Tavares, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 13% below the TAVARES 32778 median. See the full Tavares market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 1629 SUNSHINE LANE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Jan ’26$195,000
29757 COUNTY ROAD 561
2 bd · 1 ba · 644 sqft · $303/sqft · 53 DOM
Sold · Mar ’26$85,000
12623 MILWAUKEE AVENUE
2 bd · 1 ba · 672 sqft · $126/sqft · 5 DOM
Sold · Apr ’26$225,000
2611 SHANTINIKETAN BOULEVARD UNIT G-11
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,134 sqft · $198/sqft · 330 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 1629 SUNSHINE LANE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 1629 SUNSHINE LANE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
1629 SUNSHINE LANE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 1629 SUNSHINE LANE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $2,151/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 1629 SUNSHINE LANE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $2,242. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
How does the price compare to other homes in Tavares?+
At $285,000, this home is listed about 14% below the Tavares median of $329,999. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 1629 SUNSHINE LANE?+
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
01Under the TAVARES 32778 market on paper
$285,000 is 13% below the TAVARES 32778 median of $326,000.
02Water views
The water view is part of what you're buying — views hold value independently of the structure.
03Time on market is leverage
164 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 $310,000, now $285,000 — a $25K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of WEICHERT REALTORS-HALLMARK PR · Richard Fernandez. MLS #G5108478.
IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by Stellar MLS.
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