1521 LAKEVIEW DRIVE, TAVARES, FL, 32778
Active2 days on marketListed Aug 17, 2026MLS #R4911831
About this home
1521 LAKEVIEW DRIVE
Centralized, peaceful, and on the water! Wake up to waterfront living with direct access to Lake Dora and the Harris Chain of Lakes—and enjoy the added peace of mind of a Generac whole-home generator! Located in a peaceful 55+ community, this furnished home at 1521 Lakeview Drive offers the best of the Florida lifestyle without sacrificing convenience. Enjoy serene canal frontage right outside your door with opportunities for boating, fishing, kayaking, or simply relaxing by the water on your private dock. Situated in the golf-cart-friendly City of Tavares, you’re just minutes from shopping, dining, medical services, parks, recreation, and everyday conveniences. The peaceful community atmosphere provides a welcome retreat, while the waterfront location makes it easy to enjoy all that the Harris Chain of Lakes has for you. The Generac generator provides added peace of mind and comfort, while the home being sold furnished makes moving in and enjoying the Florida lifestyle that much easier. Waterfront, furnished, golf-cart-friendly, and generator-equipped—this is Florida living made easy.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
700
Sqft
0.14 ac
Lot size
1960
Year built
One
Levels
$250
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.
$1,438 /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
$1,438/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
+35.5%
$/sqft vs Tavares actives
$250 vs $192
Days on market
2 vs 49 typical
Where $250/sqft sits among the 246 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 → $313K
Tavares median sold, yr/yr
96.8%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
114 of 246
Tavares actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Tavares, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 46% below the TAVARES 32778 median. See the full Tavares market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 1521 LAKEVIEW DRIVE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Dec ’25$69,000
1408 WESTLAND DRIVE · same community
1 bd · 1 ba · 540 sqft · $128/sqft · 20 DOM
Sold · Aug ’25$125,000
1405 WESTLAND DRIVE · same community
2 bd · 1 ba · 1,002 sqft · $125/sqft · 110 DOM
Sold · Jun ’26$120,000
1409 RIDGE ROAD · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,344 sqft · $89/sqft · 104 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 1521 LAKEVIEW DRIVE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 1521 LAKEVIEW DRIVE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
1521 LAKEVIEW DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 1521 LAKEVIEW DRIVE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $1,438/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $23/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 1521 LAKEVIEW DRIVE?+
The association fee works out to $23 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 1521 LAKEVIEW DRIVE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $1,764. 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 1521 LAKEVIEW DRIVE?+
The listing reports pets: No. 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 $175,000, this home is listed about 47% below the Tavares median of $329,490. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 1521 LAKEVIEW DRIVE?+
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
01Under the TAVARES 32778 market on paper
$175,000 is 46% below the TAVARES 32778 median of $322,000.
02Waterfront living
This home sits directly on the water — the single scarcest feature in Florida inventory and the strongest long-term value anchor.
03Fresh on the market
Only 2 days on market in a Tavares market that averages 49 — if it fits, move quickly.
Keep looking
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Listing courtesy of MORRIS EDWARD OSBORN · David Osborn. MLS #R4911831.
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