LOT C-28 SAWGRASS RUN, TAVARES, FL, 32778
Active94 days on marketListed Apr 30, 2026MLS #G5111277
About this home
LOT C-28 SAWGRASS RUN
Pre-Construction. To be built. Not every dream home begins at the water's edge, but it can still end there. Deer Island is one of Central Florida's most coveted private islands, and this rare corner homesite is your invitation to build something extraordinary within it. Set on a generous quarter-acre corner lot, the property offers shimmering glimpses of Lake Dora, added privacy, natural light from multiple exposures, and plenty of room to build a pool, giving your builder a canvas that most lots on this island simply cannot. With no time restriction to build, your vision unfolds entirely on your terms and your timeline. When the day calls for the water, you're already there. Boat slips are available for rent through the Deer Island Golf Club, putting the legendary Harris Chain of Lakes at your fingertips. Historic Mount Dora is minutes away by boat, Tavares is just beyond that, Orlando's world-class attractions are approximately 45 minutes away, and both coasts are within about 90 minutes. Deer Island itself is a 400-acre natural island anchored by an award-winning 18-hole championship golf course, ranked among America's Top 50 Public Courses and #5 in Florida. The club also features 19th Wave, a restaurant and bar, all within a short golf cart ride from your front door. Golf memberships are available, but never required. The rendering from Kevco Builders shown is for inspiration only (Haven Model). Buyers are welcome to build from a completely custom floor plan or make changes to suit their lifestyle (price is subject to change based on the floor plan and size of the home). Come take a drive through the community. Once you arrive, you'll understand exactly why people choose this island for their forever home and never look back. * The photos of the house are of a previously built home. Some features and finishes are optional and can be discussed with the builder. *
Facts & features
The home at a glance
5
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2,403
Sqft
0.25 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
2027
Year built
One
Levels
$292
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 and the real association fee — not generic estimates.
$4,407 /mo · 10% down Conventional, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
Above the FHA loan limit for our service areas, so Conventional is the default. VA buyers: switch below — $0 down.
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
Run your own numbers
FHA isn’t available at this price — the loan would exceed the $541,287 FHA limit for our service areas.
Estimated payment
$4,407/mo
Includes estimated PMI — it drops off once you reach 20% equity. 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
+73.8%
$/sqft vs DEER ISLAND CLUB PT REP A TR C-1
$292 vs $257
Days on market
94 vs 40 typical
Where $292/sqft sits among the 6 homes for sale in DEER ISLAND CLUB PT REP A TR C-1
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.
The investor lens
Two ways this home pays
This home sits inside Island Club, a community zoned to allow true short-term rentals — so it can earn as a nightly rental or a traditional lease. Here’s how the two paths compare.
Short-term rental · projected
$50,416/yr gross
Projected nightly rate, occupancy and annual revenue for this exact home.
Long-term rental
$2,008/mo median
Live Tavares rental listing data — this home’s rate depends on size, condition and furnishing.
The Mount Dora short-term market
▼ Softening44%
Occupancy
▼ 26% yr/yr
$224
Avg nightly rate
▲ 13% yr/yr
$26K/yr
Revenue per listing
$101
RevPAR
52 days
Booking lead time
4.4 nights
Avg stay
3
Typical min nights
223
Active rentals
▲ 9% supply
Seasonality — monthly occupancy
Peaks at 60% in Feb · bottoms at 31% in Jun
Last 12 months of data, January–December, bars scaled to the seasonal peak. Market-wide averages across all home sizes in Mount Dora — the projection above is specific to this home’s size.
Where it sits
Inside Island Club
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Island Club is a short-term-rental community. See the full guide →
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)
1 of 6
DEER ISLAND CLUB PT REP A TR C-1 have cut their price
Median sold price, Tavares, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 115% above the TAVARES 32778 median. See the full Tavares market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near LOT C-28 SAWGRASS RUN
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Jul ’26$465,000
30501 ISLAND CLUB DRIVE · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,896 sqft · $245/sqft · 163 DOM
Sold · Nov ’25$420,000
18114 EAGLES WAY · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,851 sqft · $227/sqft · 7 DOM
Sold · Mar ’26$357,000
30433 ISLAND CLUB DRIVE · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,786 sqft · $200/sqft · 68 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 LOT C-28 SAWGRASS RUN — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for LOT C-28 SAWGRASS RUN — before you fall in love.
See it in person
Schedule a tour
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Straight answers
LOT C-28 SAWGRASS RUN FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for LOT C-28 SAWGRASS RUN?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $4,407/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $17/mo association fee 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.
How much are the HOA fees at LOT C-28 SAWGRASS RUN?+
The association fee works out to $17 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on LOT C-28 SAWGRASS RUN?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $2,217. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
Can LOT C-28 SAWGRASS RUN be rented short-term?+
Yes — this home sits inside Island Club, a community zoned to allow short-term rentals. Nightly-rental income could change the math on this purchase entirely; request a free rental income analysis and our team will prepare projections for this exact home.
Are pets allowed at LOT C-28 SAWGRASS RUN?+
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 $700,926, this home is listed about 112% above the Tavares median of $329,999. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to LOT C-28 SAWGRASS RUN?+
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
Three things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$700,926 runs 115% above the TAVARES 32778 median — but at 2,403 sqft it's also 42% larger than the typical Tavares listing.
02Zoned for nightly rentals
Island Club is one of the communities zoned to allow true short-term rentals — nightly income could change the math on this purchase entirely. Ask for the free rental analysis below.
03Time on market is leverage
94 days on market against a Tavares median of 40 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
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Listing courtesy of EXP REALTY LLC · Monica McDonald. MLS #G5111277.
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