1451 OSCEOLA AVENUE, TAVARES, FL, 32778
Active432 days on marketListed Jun 8, 2025MLS #G5098038
About this home
1451 OSCEOLA AVENUE
Discover the perfect blend of tranquility and possibility with this nearly one-acre parcel of land with direct waterfront accessibility. Whether you are looking to build your dream home or invest in a versatile property, this location delivers. Nestled in a peaceful setting, the land comes with an existing mobile home included in the sale. Ideal for immediate use, rental income, or as a temporary residence while you build. The property is zoned for residential construction, giving you the freedom to design and build a custom home tailored to your lifestyle. Enjoy the natural beauty of the waterfront, with space to create your own private retreat. Utilities are accessible, and the lot offers ample room for expansion, landscaping, or outdoor amenities—stunning, unobstructed views of the lake with direct access for all water activities. No gasoline-powered motor vehicles are allowed, preserving the lake's peaceful and natural atmosphere. Mature trees, including orange and papaya trees, enhance the beautifully maintained grounds, creating a serene and inviting environment.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,392
Sqft
0.79 ac
Lot size
1971
Year built
One
Levels
$262
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.
$2,501 /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
$2,501/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
+49.4%
$/sqft vs Tavares actives
$262 vs $192
Days on market
432 vs 49 typical
Where $262/sqft sits among the 245 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 → $306K
Tavares median sold, yr/yr
96.8%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
118 of 245
Tavares actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Tavares, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 13% above the TAVARES 32778 median. See the full Tavares market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 1451 OSCEOLA AVENUE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Mar ’26$268,000
501 DORA AVENUE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,394 sqft · $192/sqft · 28 DOM
Sold · Sep ’25$266,000
205 GARY STREET
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,377 sqft · $193/sqft · 42 DOM
Sold · Oct ’25$316,000
2668 GRAND CENTRAL AVENUE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,408 sqft · $224/sqft · 98 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
Tyler Stoddard
REALTOR · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 1451 OSCEOLA AVENUE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 1451 OSCEOLA AVENUE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
1451 OSCEOLA AVENUE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 1451 OSCEOLA AVENUE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $2,501/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 1451 OSCEOLA AVENUE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2024) was $372. 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 $364,999, this home is listed about 11% above the Tavares median of $329,740. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 1451 OSCEOLA 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.
The brief
Four things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$364,999 runs 13% above the TAVARES 32778 median.
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
432 days on market against a Tavares median of 49 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
04The price has already moved
Listed at $395,000, now $364,999 — a $30K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of FLORIDA LIFESTYLE REALTY GROUP · Vickie Lingerfelt. MLS #G5098038.
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