2512 Baywater Road

Sold 2/17/26
Sold 2/17/26
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Last Sold Price
$490,000
3 beds1,980 sqft
2512 Baywater Rd, Tavares, FL 32778
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.31 acresLot Size
1999Year Built
$247/sq ftPrice per sq ft
$330/moHOA Fees
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Back on the market as Buyer's financing fell through and a new price. 55 Plus Baytree Canal front home to the Dora Canal and Harris Chain of Lakes. Pictures are worth a thousand words for this immaculately updated home. The Boathouse with lift and deck out your back door is your passport to everything on the Harris Chain of Lakes. This three bed two bath home, with the third bedroom currently used as an office, situated at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac is offered furnished, features beautiful waterfront...Back on the market as Buyer's financing fell through and a new price. 55 Plus Baytree Canal front home to the Dora Canal and Harris Chain of Lakes. Pictures are worth a thousand words for this immaculately updated home. The Boathouse with lift and deck out your back door is your passport to everything on the Harris Chain of Lakes. This three bed two bath home, with the third bedroom currently used as an office, situated at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac is offered furnished, features beautiful waterfront views, crown molding throughout, granite counters, motorized blinds, plantation shutters, elegant finishes and an oversized air conditioned garage The affordable HOA includes lawn mowing, irrigation, landscape trimming around the home, and power washing of the outside yearly. Amenities include greenspace for outdoor enjoyment, a club house with a pool, library, exercise room, pickle ball court and a great rec room where you can enjoy many activities which include water aerobics, multiple card games, and monthly dinners. It is close to the downtown entertainment district, lakes, shopping, and great waterfront dining choices are out your back door. Come make this your piece of Paradise.
  • Listed by: Robert Podell, Jr. 352.459.6212 bobpodell@cbvfl.com Brokerage DRE #2033264 • COLDWELL BANKER VANGUARD EDGE
  • Listed by: Mollie Podell 352.459.5943 molliepodell@cbvfl.com Brokerage DRE #2033264 • COLDWELL BANKER VANGUARD EDGE
Listing closed: 02/17/2026 12:00 AM • Source: MFRMLS, MLS#: G5098445

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Property Information for 2512 Baywater Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $3,217 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Lake County
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Subdivision Name: TAVARES BAYTREE PH III SUB
  • Township: 19S
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • View: Park/Greenbelt, Water
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Water View: Canal
  • Furnished: Furnished
Building Information
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1999
  • Lot Size: 0.31 AC / 13,606 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 2766.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Association Recreation - Owned, Buyer Approval Required, Clubhouse, Deed Restrictions, Fitness Center, Golf Carts OK, Irrigation-Reclaimed Water, Sidewalks
  • Direction Faces: South
  • Directions: 441 W TO 19 toward Howey in the Hills then right onto Dead River RD, Right into Baytree Community on Baytree Blvd, turn right onto Juniper Way and left onto Baywater Road home will be ahead on the right
  • Mls Major Change Type: Sold
  • Major Change Type: Closed
  • Listing Service: Full Service
  • Road Frontage Type: Street Dead-End, Street Paved
  • Senior Community: Yes
  • Unit Number: No
  • Street Number: 2512
  • Street Name: BAYWATER
  • Street Suffix: ROAD
  • State: FL
  • City: TAVARES
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Garage Dimensions: 20X25
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Oversized, Workshop in Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Approval Required: Yes
  • Association Fee Includes: Community Pool, Maintenance Grounds, Pool Maintenance
  • Association Fee Requirement: Required
  • Association Name: MIKE MARCHELL
  • Association Phone: 407 647 2622
  • Association: Yes
  • CDD: No
  • Number Of Pets: 2
  • Pet Restrictions: SEE DEED RESTRICTIONS
  • Pet Size: Small (16-35 Lbs.)
  • Tax Block: 000
  • Tax Book Number: 36-20-22
  • Tax Legal Description: TAVARES BAYTREE PHASE III SUB LOT 152 PB 36 PGS 20-22 ORB 3094 PG 2004 ORB 3768 PG 391
  • Tax Lot: 152
  • Tax Year: 2024
Property
Lot Information
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Additional Water Information: THIS HOME HAS A BOAT HOUSE WITH ELECTRIC BOAT LIFT, A LARGE WOODEN DOCK ON A CANAL THAT FEEDS INTO THE DORA CANAL AND ACCESSES THE HARRIS CHAIN OF LAKES VIA LAKE EUSTIS TO THE NORTH AND LAKE DORA TO THE EAST
  • Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, City Lot, Landscaped, Level, Sidewalk, Street Dead-End
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 247 x 52
  • Parcel Number: 251925016000015200
  • Total Acreage: 1/4 to less than 1/2
  • Water Access: Canal - Freshwater, Lake - Chain of Lakes
  • Water Access: Yes
  • Water Body Name: HARRIS CHAIN OF LAKES
  • Water Extras: Boathouse, Fishing Pier, Lift, Lift - Covered
  • Water Extras: Yes
  • Water: Boathouse, Fishing Pier, Lift, Lift - Covered
  • Zoning: PD
  • Zoning Compatible: Yes
  • Living Area: 1980
  • Lot Dimensions: 247 x 52
Property and Assessments
  • Year Built Numeric: 1999
  • Association Amenities: Clubhouse, Fence Restrictions, Fitness Center, Pickleball Court(s), Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Vehicle Restrictions
  • Flood Zone Code: X
  • Flood Zone Date: 12-18-2012
  • Flood Zone Panel: 12069C0345E
  • Homestead: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Public Survey Range: 25E
  • Public Survey Section: 25
  • Dock YN: Yes
  • Dock Description: Dock - Open, Dock - Wood, Dock w/Electric, Dock w/Water Supply, Lift
  • Dock Lift Capacity: 8000
  • Dock Year Built: 1999
  • Dock Dimensions: 20x16 11x23 10x22
  • Dock Maintenance Fee: $0
  • Dock Maintenance Fee Frequency: N/A
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Street Lights, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Block, Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalk
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Levels: One
  • Other Structures: Boat House
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Enclosed, Front Porch, Patio, Rear Porch, Screened
  • Pool Private: No
  • Pool: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Trees/Landscaped
  • Waterfront Features: Canal Front
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 104
  • Number Of Stories: 1
Interior Features
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Additional Rooms: Attic, Den/Library/Office, Family Room, Florida Room, Inside Utility
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Carpet, Concrete, Engineered Hardwood, Laminate, Tile
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Rail, Crown Molding, Dry Bar, Eating Space In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Skylight(s), Stone Counters, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room
  • Living Area Source: Owner
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Count: 13.0
  • Water View: Yes
  • Window Features: Blinds, Rods, Shades, Shutters, Window Treatments
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
Rental
Rental Information
  • Minimum Lease Period: 0
  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit, Size Limit, Yes
  • Max Pet Weight: 35

Property History for 2512 Baywater Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 17, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1930056039

$490,000

+2.2% / yr

Feb 17, 2026

Sold

MFRMLS #G5098445

$490,000—
Jan 28, 2026

Pending

MFRMLS #G5098445

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/17/2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1930056039

$490,000

+2.2% / yr

02/17/2026

Sold

MFRMLS #G5098445

$490,000
01/28/2026

Pending

MFRMLS #G5098445

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Public Records for 2512 Baywater Road

Taxable ValueLand$107,100Additions$105,760Total$212,860
Tax Record2024$3,217 ($268 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,798 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,798 SqFtStories1Lot Size12,771 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1999Year Renovated2022CountyLAKEAPN25-19-25-0160-000-15200

Schools near 2512 Baywater 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

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Listing Courtesy of COLDWELL BANKER VANGUARD EDGE, Robert Podell, Jr.; COLDWELL BANKER VANGUARD EDGE, Mollie Podell

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