2609 GRAND CENTRAL AVENUE, TAVARES, FL, 32778
Active38 days on marketListed Jul 2, 2026MLS #O6421803
About this home
2609 GRAND CENTRAL AVENUE
Welcome to this beautifully maintained 5-bedroom, 3-bath home in the desirable Verandah Park community. This spacious residence offers nearly 2,700 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space with an open-concept floor plan, a modern kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances, and a large island overlooking the family room. The flexible layout includes generously sized bedrooms, ideal for families or guests, and a private owner's suite with a spacious walk-in closet and en-suite bath. convenient location just minutes from downtown Tavares, shopping, dining, schools, and the Harris Chain of Lakes. This move-in ready home combines comfort, style, and convenience in one exceptional package.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
5
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2,601
Sqft
0.18 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
2020
Year built
Two
Levels
$150
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.
$3,265 /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
$3,265/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
−4.6%
$/sqft vs Tavares actives
$150 vs $193
Days on market
38 vs 50 typical
Where $150/sqft sits among the 243 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
$318K → $310K
Tavares median sold, yr/yr
96.8%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
117 of 243
Tavares actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Tavares, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 20% above the TAVARES 32778 median. See the full Tavares market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 2609 GRAND CENTRAL AVENUE
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$340,000
2752 GRAND CENTRAL AVENUE · same community
5 bd · 3 ba · 2,601 sqft · $131/sqft · 152 DOM
Sold · Mar ’26$314,500
2769 GRAND CENTRAL AVENUE · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,690 sqft · $186/sqft · 155 DOM
Sold · Jul ’26$304,500
2505 GLACIER EXPRESS LANE · same community
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,485 sqft · $205/sqft · 78 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 2609 GRAND CENTRAL AVENUE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 2609 GRAND CENTRAL AVENUE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
2609 GRAND CENTRAL AVENUE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 2609 GRAND CENTRAL AVENUE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $3,265/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $62/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 2609 GRAND CENTRAL AVENUE?+
The association fee works out to $62 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 2609 GRAND CENTRAL AVENUE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $6,900. 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 2609 GRAND CENTRAL AVENUE?+
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 $390,000, this home is listed about 16% above the Tavares median of $337,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 2609 GRAND CENTRAL AVENUE?+
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.
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Listing courtesy of BORGES & JAIME REAL ESTATE , LLC · Betsy Sanchez Castillo De Diaz. MLS #O6421803.
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