11251 Dead River Road

Sold 8/12/22
Sold 8/12/22
Front Exterior
Sold
Last Sold Price
$670,000
4 beds2,702 sqft$248/sqft
11251 Dead River Rd, Tavares, FL 32778
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.53 acresLot Size
1972Year Built
$248/sq ftPrice per sq ft
1 carParking Spaces

Description

RARE FIND …WATERFRONT ON CHAIN OF LAKES... 7 mile unobstructed view of BIG LAKE HARRIS in the front and canal/lagoon in the back on over one-half acre – Take the 3-D TOUR of this AMAZING HOME with Breathtaking Sunsets, Boat dock with cover, and 2 jet ski platform. Great fishing! No hoa. This is "FLORIDA LIVING AT ITS FINEST"! Four sided brick home with metal roof...approx. 2700 square feet living area with OPEN FLOOR PLAN - 4 bedrooms PLUS an office, 3.5 baths. 2 master suites – one with its own...RARE FIND …WATERFRONT ON CHAIN OF LAKES... 7 mile unobstructed view of BIG LAKE HARRIS in the front and canal/lagoon in the back on over one-half acre – Take the 3-D TOUR of this AMAZING HOME with Breathtaking Sunsets, Boat dock with cover, and 2 jet ski platform. Great fishing! No hoa. This is "FLORIDA LIVING AT ITS FINEST"! Four sided brick home with metal roof...approx. 2700 square feet living area with OPEN FLOOR PLAN - 4 bedrooms PLUS an office, 3.5 baths. 2 master suites – one with its own fully equipped kitchen and separate entrance (could be used as guest apartment or in-law quarters). You will enjoy the water views from every room. The Florida room and screened porch overlook the “Old Florida” view of the lagoon/canal where you can watch Spanish moss blow in the wind, fish jump, turtles sunbathe, and a large assortment of water birds. Occasionally, hummingbirds will entertain you. 6 person hot tub in back is perfect to unwind and soak up the amazing views. There’s a fully fenced area for your fur babies right off the Florida Room. This home underwent significant updates in 2021, including boat dock with jet ski platform, crown molding, granite countertops in second kitchen, and guest bathroom, new faucets, French doors; ceiling fans, flooring in Florida room and screened porch, central air/heat added to Florida room, new toilets, main kitchen has a new double oven. Hot water heater new in 2020 and more... Large garage/workshop in back with electric. Look no more and call today for your perfect Chain of Lakes home and start enjoying SPECTACULAR SUNSETS and life on the water . . . Even venture to the ocean if your dare from this waterfront property on Big Lake Harris!
  • Listed by: Theresa Morris 352.435.4663 Theresa@morrisrealtors.com Brokerage DRE #1032656 • MORRIS REALTY AND INVESTMENTS
Listing closed: 08/12/2022 12:00 AM • Source: MFRMLS, MLS#: G5050799

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$445,000

Avg days on market

102

Sale-to-list ratio

93.5%

Tavares, FL

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Property Information for 11251 Dead River Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $6,317 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Lake County
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Subdivision Name: NO
  • Township: 19S
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • View: Trees/Woods, Water
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: Canal, Lagoon, Lake - Chain of Lakes
Building Information
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1972
  • Lot Size: 0.53 AC / 22,880 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Direction Faces: West
  • Directions: Hwy 19 (Duncan Drive) to Dead River Road, West on Dead River Road almost to the end, property will be on your right.
  • Mls Major Change Type: Sold
  • Major Change Type: Closed
  • Listing Service: Full Service
  • Road Frontage Type: Street Dead-End, Street Paved
  • Senior Community: No
  • Unit Number: No
  • Street Number: 11251
  • Street Name: DEAD RIVER
  • Street Suffix: ROAD
  • State: FL
  • City: TAVARES
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Oversized, Workshop in Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Approval Required: No
  • Association: No
  • CDD: No
  • Tax Block: 000
  • Tax Book Number: 722-724
  • Tax Legal Description: FROM SE COR GOV LOT 3 RUN W 994.98 FT, N 15DEG 42MIN 40SEC W 310 FT TO POB, RUN S 74DEG 17MIN 20SEC W TO LAKE HARRIS, BEG AGAIN AT POB & RUN N 74DEG 17MIN 20SEC E 250 FT, S 15DEG 42MIN 40SEC E 123.17 FT, S 79DEG 33MIN 35SEC W TO LAKE HARRIS, N'LY ALONG LAKE TO INTERSECT FIRST LINE--LESS RD R/W --, A STRIP 30 FT IN WIDTH, E'LY OF, ADJACENT TO & PARALLEL TO THE E'LY BDRY LINE OF S 115 FT OF ABOVE DESCRIBED PROPERTY ORB 5584 PG 586
  • Tax Lot: 3
  • Tax Year: 2021
Property
Lot Information
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Features: In County, Level, Oversized Lot, Street Dead-End
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 104 x 220
  • Parcel Number: 251925000200002001
  • Total Acreage: 1/2 to less than 1
  • Water Access: Canal - Freshwater, Lagoon, Lake - Chain of Lakes
  • Water Access: Yes
  • Water Body Name: LAKE HARRIS
  • Water Extras: Fishing Pier, Seawall - Other
  • Water Extras: Yes
  • Water: Fishing Pier, Seawall - Other
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Zoning Compatible: Yes
  • Living Area: 2702
  • Lot Dimensions: 104 x 220
Property and Assessments
  • Year Built Numeric: 1972
  • Flood Zone Code: AE
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Homestead: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Public Survey Range: 25E
  • Public Survey Section: 25
  • Dock Description: Dock - Covered, Dock - Open
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected
  • Water Source: Canal/Lake For Irrigation, Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Exterior Features: French Doors, Irrigation System
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Levels: One
  • Other Structures: Boat House, Kennel/Dog Run, Storage, Workshop
  • Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Screened
  • Pool Private: No
  • Pool: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Metal
  • Spa Features: Above Ground, Heated
  • Spa: Yes
  • Vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Trees/Landscaped
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 213
  • Number Of Stories: 1
Interior Features
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Additional Rooms: Den/Library/Office, Family Room, Inside Utility, Interior In-Law Suite
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Filtration System
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Engineered Hardwood, Tile
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
  • Laundry Features: Inside
  • Living Area Source: Owner
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Count: 15.0
  • Water View: Yes
  • Window Features: Window Treatments
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
Rental
Rental Information
  • Minimum Lease Period: 0
  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Property History for 11251 Dead River Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 12, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1495816592

$670,000

+12.0% / yr

Aug 12, 2022

Sold

MFRMLS #G5050799

$670,000—
Jul 14, 2022

Pending

MFRMLS #G5050799

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/12/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1495816592

$670,000

+12.0% / yr

08/12/2022

Sold

MFRMLS #G5050799

$670,000
07/14/2022

Pending

MFRMLS #G5050799

—

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 11251 Dead River Road

Taxable ValueLand$289,800Additions$242,350Total$532,150
Tax Record2024$7,598 ($633 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths4Total Finished SqFt2,352 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,352 SqFtStories1Lot Size33,440 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1972Year Renovated2020CountyLAKEAPN25-19-25-0002-000-02001Fireplace TypeSingle

Schools near 11251 Dead River Road

This home is within Lake County Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Tavares Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Tavares Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Tavares High School
Public - 9 to 12
Lake County Acer Program
Public - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Tavares Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Tavares Middle School
Public6 to 8

Tavares High School
Public9 to 12

Lake County Acer Program
Public6 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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$670,000
4
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