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176 S Tara Drive, Tavares, FL 32778

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$79,900

2 beds • 2 baths

Estimated Payment

$ 410 /mo. †

6.65% APR for 30 yrs.
$0 in taxes
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  • Mobile/Manufactured Home
    Property type

  • 41-50 Years Old
    Age

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This beautifully updated waterfront home is located right on a canal and has a large private backyard with your own deck right on the water - great for entertaining! Located in the charming community of Tiki Village, you will have direct access to the famous Dora Canal which leads to the Harris Chain of Lakes! The lot rent is a low $544 and includes water, sewer, and trash. You will be hard-pressed to find a home with a view and lot rent this low! Inside you will find the home tastefully updated. The front Florida room is a delightful place to enjoy cool, insect-free evenings! New LTV flooring enhances the kitchen and dining area. The bedrooms both feature a soothing decor and ample closet space. Outside, you'll find a large carport with a big adjacent shed that holds the washer and drier and access to the backyard area. If you have dreamt about a waterfront home in Florida, at a budget-friendly price, this home is for you! Call today, as it won't last long!
MLS# 11358833

Courtesy Of RIGHT REALTY CONNECTION INC

(352) 602-4710

Property Features

  • Age
    41-50 Years Old
  • Amenities
    Water Front
  • Architecture Style
    Other
  • Cooling System
    Central A/C
  • Heating System
    Heat Pump

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Monthly Payment Breakdown

  • Principle and Interest
    $410
  • Property Taxes
    $0
  • Hazard Insurance
    $0
  • Private Mortgage Insurance
    $0
  • HOA Dues
    $0
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Schools

Tavares Elementary School

Grades PK-5 Public School

Tavares, FL 32778 1.6 miles
720 e clifford st

800 total students
13:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: C-

School Details

Tavares Middle School

Grades 6-8 Public School

Tavares, FL 32778 2.2 miles
1335 lane park cutoff ofc

975 total students
16:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: C-

School Details

Tavares High School

Grades 9-12 Public School

Tavares, FL 32778 1 miles
603 n new hampshire ave

1267 total students
21:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: C-

School Details
Other Nearby Schools Distance Type Grades School Rating
Lake County Acer Program 0.7 miles Public 6-12
Nonschool Exceptional Education 1.1 miles Public PK-12
Non School Pk 1.1 miles Public PK
Adventure Christian Academy 2.4 miles Private PK-3
Liberty Christian Preparatory School 2.8 miles Private PK-12
Pinecrest Academy Tavares 2.8 miles Public KG-8 B+
Milestones Community School Of Lake County 2.8 miles Private 5-12
Lake Academy Eustis 3.3 miles Public KG-12
Create Conservatory 3.5 miles Private KG-5
Treadway Elementary School 3.7 miles Public PK-5 C
Lake Technical College 4 miles Public 9-12
Lake Virtual Instruction Program (district Provided) 4.1 miles Public KG-12
Lake Virtual Instruction Program 4.1 miles Public KG-12
Lake Virtual Franchise 4.1 miles Public KG-12 C-
Lake Virtual Instruction Course Offerings 4.1 miles Public KG-12
Faith Lutheran School 4.2 miles Private PK-8
Triangle Elementary School 4.2 miles Public PK-5 D

Lake County Acer Program

Distance: 0.7 miles

Type Public

Grades: 6-12

Nonschool Exceptional Education

Distance: 1.1 miles

Type Public

Grades: PK-12

Non School Pk

Distance: 1.1 miles

Type Public

Grades: PK

Adventure Christian Academy

Distance: 2.4 miles

Type Private

Grades: PK-3

Liberty Christian Preparatory School

Distance: 2.8 miles

Type Private

Grades: PK-12

Pinecrest Academy Tavares

Distance: 2.8 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-8

B+

Milestones Community School Of Lake County

Distance: 2.8 miles

Type Private

Grades: 5-12

Lake Academy Eustis

Distance: 3.3 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-12

Create Conservatory

Distance: 3.5 miles

Type Private

Grades: KG-5

Treadway Elementary School

Distance: 3.7 miles

Type Public

Grades: PK-5

C

Lake Technical College

Distance: 4 miles

Type Public

Grades: 9-12

Lake Virtual Instruction Program (district Provided)

Distance: 4.1 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-12

Lake Virtual Instruction Program

Distance: 4.1 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-12

Lake Virtual Franchise

Distance: 4.1 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-12

C-

Lake Virtual Instruction Course Offerings

Distance: 4.1 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-12

Faith Lutheran School

Distance: 4.2 miles

Type Private

Grades: PK-8

Triangle Elementary School

Distance: 4.2 miles

Type Public

Grades: PK-5

D

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Local area information for Tavares, FL 32778

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Tavares, FL 32778

This community’s employment is highest in the healthcare practitioners and administrative support industries. The area’s overall household expenses are above the national average.

91° July
Hottest Average Month
48° January
Coldest Average Month
11,014 Total Households in Area
7.7% Increase in population since the year 2010
20.5%
of households
have children
25 minutes
Median Commute Time

Household Expenses vs National Average

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Demographic facts
for Tavares, FL 32778

Tavares, FL 32778 has a population of 24,924 people in 11,014 households with a median age of 53.3 years old.

7.7%
Increase in population
since the year 2010
Population is Trending up
10,003
Total households as of 2010
7%
projected percent change in total
households in 5 years

Community Population By Age

The median age for this area is 53.3 years old. The smallest percentage group is 65-74 years and the largest percentage is the 85+ years age range.

Community Population By Ethnicity

White 73%
Hispanic 12%
Black 11%
Other 4%
Asian 3%
Native American <1%
The most prevalent ethnicity is White at 73%, followed by Hispanic at 12%, Black at 11%, and Other at 4%.

Economics
for Tavares, FL 32778

524 /sq mi
Population Density
$54,830 /yr
Median Household Income
$270,000
Median Sales Price
25 min
Median Commute Time

Household Expenses vs National Average

This location’s average annual expenditures by category compared to the national average. Index score (100=National Average)

Household by Income

Out of the households in this area, the largest income group is $50-74,999k representing 19.05% of the households.

Transportation to Work

  • Drive 94%
  • Work from Home 4%
  • Walk or Bike 2%
  • Public Transit 0%

Occupancy by Type

Owned 8,433 66%
Rented 2,581 20%
Vacant 1,733 14%

White vs Blue Collar Jobs







White Collar 79%
Blue Collar 21%

Family & Education Facts
for Tavares, FL 32778

53.3 Median Age

Average Household Size

2.2
persons per
household

49.8%

Married Households

Community Population By Education

High School Graduate 28%
Some College 23%
Bachelors Degree 19%
Associates Degree 12%
Some High School 11%
Graduate Degree 8%
Of the total people surveyed, the most prevalent educational attainment level is High School Graduate, representing 28.1% of the population.

Household Family Expenses vs National Average

This location’s average annual expenditures compared to the national average. Index score (100=National Average)
20.5% of households have children

Weather
for Tavares, FL 32778

The weather for this area ranges from a high of 91° F in July to a low of 48° F in January

91° July
Hottest Average Month
48° January
Coldest Average Month

Average Temperature by Month

Low (°F)
High (°F)
Jan
48°
70°
Feb
50°
73°
Mar
54°
77°
Apr
59°
82°
May
65°
87°
Jun
70°
90°
Jul
72°
91°
Aug
72°
91°
Sep
71°
89°
Oct
64°
83°
Nov
55°
77°
Dec
50°
72°

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Precipitation (inch)

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† Based on a 30-year fixed rate of 3.38% with 20% down. The estimated payment is offered for convenience and is not an offer of credit. Due to market fluctuations, interest rates are subject to change at any time and without notice. Interest rates are also subject to credit and property approval based on secondary market guidelines. The rates shown are based on average rates for our best qualified customers. Your individual rate may vary. Rates may differ for FHA, VA or jumbo loans.

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