CENTURY 21 Edge
Short-Term Rental Eligible
$2,8504 bd3 ba2,731 sqft$1 /sqft$181 /mo all-in ↓

17740 SAWGRASS RUN, TAVARES, FL, 32778

Active16 days on marketListed Sep 4, 2026MLS #O6439441

Priced 99% below the TAVARES 32778 medianSingle Family ResidenceDEER ISLAND CLUB PT REP A TR C-1

About this home

17740 SAWGRASS RUN

This home is unfurnished. Escape to your own slice of paradise with this stunning 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home, located in the exclusive gated community of Deer Island in Tavares, FL. As you drive onto Deer Island, you'll be greeted by breathtaking landscapes and serene water views. This 400-acre island is surrounded by Lake Dora and Lake Beauclair, creating a picturesque setting. Deer Island Country Club, a privately owned 18-hole semi-private golf course, is ranked 24th on the 2023 Golfer's Choice List. Memberships, which include access to the clubhouse, golf, and community amenities, are available for purchase separately through Deer Island Country Club. (golf memberships and amenities usage are not included in the rent). The home itself overlooks the 7th green and boasts 4 spacious bedrooms and 3 full baths. As you step inside, you'll find a bright, open living, dining, and kitchen area that's perfect for entertaining. The upgraded kitchen features stainless steel appliances, an oversized kitchen island with ample seating, high-end stone countertops, and decorative backsplash tiles. Additional storage can be found in the walk-in pantry. The first floor also includes a guest bedroom or office and a full bath. Upstairs, you'll discover a large open loft area that can be used as an office, TV room, playroom, gym, or anything else you desire. The custom-built speakers are wired for a theater experience (equipment not included). Just off the loft area is the expansive master suite, which offers plenty of space for all your furnishings and a cozy seating or reading nook. Enjoy scenic golf course views from the master bedroom. The private master bathroom features double sinks, an oversized walk-in shower with dual showerheads, and two closets for all your storage needs. Also on the second floor are two more bedrooms that share a Jack and Jill bathroom, as well as a conveniently located laundry room. Other features of the home include a two-car garage with opener and an oversized driveway, a large screened patio overlooking the 7th green, and an irrigation system on a separate well. Complete landscaping and fertilization are included with the rent, along with basic cable and internet. And don't forget to bring your furry friends this home allows up to two dogs (with an additional pet fee and pet rent). Contact Florida Rental Team LLC to schedule your showing today! two dogs allowed. Non-refundable pet fee of $350 and $20 per month per pet rent A vet letter and photo are required to verify the breed and size of the pet. This must be supplied at the time of application.

Facts & features

The home at a glance

4

Bedrooms

3

Bathrooms

2,731

Sqft

0.24 ac

Lot size

2

Garage

2023

Year built

Two

Levels

$1

Per sqft

Inside

AppliancesBuilt-In Oven · Cooktop · Dishwasher · Disposal · Electric Water Heater · Exhaust Fan · Ice Maker · Microwave · Refrigerator
InteriorCeiling Fan(s) · High Ceilings · Kitchen/Family Room Combo · Open Floorplan · PrimaryBedroom Upstairs · Solid Surface Counters · Stone Counters · Walk-In Closet(s)
LaundryLaundry Room · Upper Level · Washer Hookup
CoolingCentral Air
HeatingCentral

Outside & construction

Community & fees

PetsDogs OK

Utilities & systems

The numbers

What it really costs

Principal and interest plus estimated taxes and insurance. Run your own numbers below.

$181 /mo · 3.5% down FHA, 30-yr fixed at 6%

Principal & interest$17
FHA mortgage insurance (est.)$1
Est. property taxes (1.1%/yr)$3
Insurance (FL estimate)$160

The assumptions

Loan typeFHADown payment3.5% · $100Loan30-yr fixed at 6%Mortgage insuranceIncludedTaxesEstimated at 1.1%/yrInsuranceFlorida estimate

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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Andrew Acosta

Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866

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Loan type
Down payment3.5% · $100
Interest rate6.00%
Loan term

Estimated payment

$181/mo

Principal & interest$17
FHA mortgage insurance (est.)$1
Est. property taxes$3
Est. insurance$160

Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Estimates only — taxes at 1.1%/yr and typical insurance; 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.

$/sqft vs DEER ISLAND CLUB PT REP A TR C-1

$1 vs $252

Days on market

16 vs 45 typical

Where $1/sqft sits among the 7 homes for sale in DEER ISLAND CLUB PT REP A TR C-1

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$1–89$89–176$176–264$264–352$352–439$439+

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

Zoned & eligible

Nightly rentalsAllowed
CommunityIsland Club
Fine-tuned for this homePrepared free by our team
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Projected nightly rate, occupancy and annual revenue for this exact home.

Long-term rental

$1,950/mo median

MarketTavares
Annual gross at median$23,400
Gross yield on this price821.1%
Homes for rent right now28

Live Tavares rental listing data — this home’s rate depends on size, condition and furnishing.

Where it sits

Inside Island Club

Drive times from this address

Downtown Orlando61 min
Universal Orlando65 min
Walt Disney World70 min

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

HighTavares High School★★★★★
ElementaryTavares Elementary School★★★★★
MiddleTavares Middle School★★★★★

School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.

The numbers that matter

The Tavares market

Seller’s marketLeans seller4.5 months of inventoryBuyer’s market

$318K$313K

Tavares median sold, yr/yr

96.8%

Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)

3 of 7

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 99% below the TAVARES 32778 median. See the full Tavares market guide →

Paper trail

This home's history

Sep 4, 2026Listed at $2,850 · 16 days on market since
2023Built · DEER ISLAND CLUB PT REP A TR C-1

Reality check

What actually sold near 17740 SAWGRASS RUN

Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.

17648 LIVE OAK DRSold · Jan ’26

$1,145,000

17648 LIVE OAK DR · same community

3 bd · 4.5 ba · 3,262 sqft · $351/sqft · 230 DOM

30321 ISLAND CLUB DRIVESold · Mar ’26

$1,360,000

30321 ISLAND CLUB DRIVE · same community

5 bd · 4 ba · 3,385 sqft · $402/sqft · 56 DOM

30501 ISLAND CLUB DRIVESold · Jul ’26

$465,000

30501 ISLAND CLUB DRIVE · same community

2 bd · 2 ba · 1,896 sqft · $245/sqft · 163 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.

Solance Kallendorf

Your agent

Solance Kallendorf

REALTOR® · CENTURY 21 Edge

Tours, negotiation, and every question about 17740 SAWGRASS RUN — start here.

Andrew Acosta

Your lender

Andrew Acosta

Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866

Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 17740 SAWGRASS RUN — before you fall in love.

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Straight answers

17740 SAWGRASS RUN FAQs

What would the monthly payment be for 17740 SAWGRASS RUN?+

With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $181/mo — principal and interest, estimated property taxes 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.

Can 17740 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 17740 SAWGRASS RUN?+

The listing reports pets: Dogs OK. 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 $2,850, this home is listed about 99% below the Tavares median of $329,745. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.

Which schools are assigned to 17740 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.

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