520 Dora Ave

Tavares, FL 32778

$232,650
Price
2
Beds
1,016 Sq. Ft.
$229 / Sq. Ft.
1,016
Sq. Ft.
$229
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Short Sale. Relaxed Florida Living in the Heart of Tavares – Short Sale Opportunity! Discover comfort and convenience in this charming 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath home located in the desirable golf cart community of Tavares. Just a short distance from vibrant downtown Tavares and the historic charm of Mount Dora, this home offers laid-back Florida living with easy access to Orlando, theme parks, and beautiful Florida beaches. Enjoy your mornings or evenings on...One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Short Sale. Relaxed Florida Living in the Heart of Tavares – Short Sale Opportunity! Discover comfort and convenience in this charming 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath home located in the desirable golf cart community of Tavares. Just a short distance from vibrant downtown Tavares and the historic charm of Mount Dora, this home offers laid-back Florida living with easy access to Orlando, theme parks, and beautiful Florida beaches. Enjoy your mornings or evenings on the oversized screened front porch, perfect for relaxing and soaking in the Florida breeze. Inside, the open floor plan flows seamlessly from the living area to the dining space, complemented by a convenient pass-through kitchen—ideal for entertaining. The spacious primary bedroom features dual walk-in closets, while the guest bedroom also offers a generous walk-in closet for guests or additional storage. A separate laundry room adds everyday convenience, and the fully fenced backyard with a storage shed provides space for pets, gardening, or private outdoor enjoyment. No HOA! This property presents a great opportunity for investors or buyers seeking value. With strong rental potential and an excellent location near dining, shopping, waterfront activities, and year-round events, this home offers upside in a highly desirable area. Golf cart access to downtown, marina, and entertainment adds to its appeal. Property is being sold AS-IS. Sale is contingent upon lender approval of the short sale price and terms. Whether you’re downsizing, investing, or purchasing your first home, this property is full of potential. Golf cart to town events, waterfront dining, and more—Tavares living at its best!
  1. Listed by Kelly Watson • Brokerage DRE #1063949 • SUCCESS HOME SALES, LLC
    P: (352)-659-4008 C: (352)-659-4008 kellysellsfloridahomes@gmail.com

Property Details for 520 Dora Avenue

Subdivision Name
TAVARES KOCH TERRACE
Township
19S
Waterfront
No
Furnished
Unfurnished
LISTING UPDATED: 02/14/2026 10:12 AM

Property Details for 520 Dora Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #G5107325
Days on Market33
Taxes$2,827 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1920
Lot Size0.19 AC / 8,200 SF
CountyLake County
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Location

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Building Information for 520 Dora Avenue

Stories1Year Built1920Building Size-Lot Size0.19 AC / 8,200 SF

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$1,369 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,134

Property Taxes

$236

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 520 Dora Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 1016.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Direction Faces: West
  • Directions: From FL - 19 N tur right onto W Main St. 0.4 mi at the traffic circle take the 3rd exit onto Sinclair Ave. 0.2 mi Turn Righ onto W Alfred St. 0.7 mi Turn left onto Dora Ave. Home is on the Right.
  • Elementary School: Tavares Elem
  • Middle Or Junior School: Tavares Middle
  • High School: Tavares High
  • Mls Major Change Type: Price Decrease
  • Listing Service: Full Service
  • Senior Community: No
  • Unit Number: No
  • Street Number: 520
  • Street Name: DORA
  • Street Suffix: AVENUE
  • State: FL
  • City: TAVARES
Parking
  • Carport: No
  • Garage: No
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Approval Required: No
  • Association Fee Requirement: None
  • Association: No
  • CDD: No
  • Tax Block: 000
  • Tax Book Number: 8-26
  • Tax Legal Description: TAVARES, KOCH TERRACE LOTS 10, 11, 12 PB 8 PG 26 ORB 5802 PG 1870
  • Tax Lot: 10
  • Tax Year: 2025
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Lot Information
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 82 x 100
  • Parcel Number: 281926080000001000
  • Total Acreage: 0 to less than 1/4
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Extras: No
  • Zoning: RSF-1
  • Living Area: 1016
  • Lot Dimensions: 82 x 100
Property and Assessments
  • Year Built Numeric: 1920
  • Flood Zone Code: x
  • Homestead: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Public Survey Range: 26E
  • Public Survey Section: 28
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Public, Street Lights
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: HardiPlank Type
  • Exterior Features: Lighting
  • Foundation Details: Block, Crawlspace
  • Levels: One
  • Pool Private: No
  • Pool: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 0
  • Number Of Stories: 1
Interior Features
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Heating: Central
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Split Bedroom, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Laundry Features: Inside
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Count: 4.0
  • Water View: No
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
Rental
Rental Information
  • Minimum Lease Period: 0
  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Yes

Property History for 520 Dora Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 14, 2026

Price Change

MFRMLS #G5107325

$232,650—
Jan 27, 2026

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #G5107325

$235,000—
Oct 21, 2025

Expired

MFRMLS #G5098191

$247,000—
Oct 13, 2025

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #G5098191

—
Oct 12, 2025

Expired

MFRMLS #G5098191

$247,000—
Jun 23, 2025

Price Change

MFRMLS #G5098191

$248,500—
Jun 12, 2025

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #G5098191

$250,000—
Nov 17, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1522673932

$235,000

+16.9% / yr

Nov 17, 2023

Sold

MFRMLS #G5072359

$235,000—
Oct 15, 2023

Pending

MFRMLS #G5072359

—
Aug 20, 2023

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #G5072359

$265,000—
Sep 30, 2021

Sold

MFRMLS #G5044089

$167,900—
Sep 20, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1472717391

$167,900

+19.7% / yr

Aug 8, 2021

Pending

MFRMLS #G5044089

—
Jul 7, 2021

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #G5044089

$181,900—
Nov 20, 2013

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #376182398

$41,000

-9.4% / yr

Nov 20, 2013

Sold

MFRMLS #G4697806

$41,000—
Nov 2, 2013

Pending

MFRMLS #G4697806

—
Aug 15, 2013

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #G4697806

$48,700—
Feb 29, 2008

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #233425089

$72,000—
Dec 14, 2007

Expired

MFRMLS #G4622190

$84,500—
Jun 15, 2007

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #G4622190

$94,500—
Jul 5, 2006

Expired

MFRMLS #G4605729

$74,500—
Jun 21, 2006

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #G4605729

$74,500—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/14/2026

Price Change

MFRMLS #G5107325

$232,650
01/27/2026

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #G5107325

$235,000
10/21/2025

Expired

MFRMLS #G5098191

$247,000
10/13/2025

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #G5098191

—
10/12/2025

Expired

MFRMLS #G5098191

$247,000
06/23/2025

Price Change

MFRMLS #G5098191

$248,500
06/12/2025

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #G5098191

$250,000
11/17/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1522673932

$235,000

+16.9% / yr

11/17/2023

Sold

MFRMLS #G5072359

$235,000
10/15/2023

Pending

MFRMLS #G5072359

—
08/20/2023

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #G5072359

$265,000
09/30/2021

Sold

MFRMLS #G5044089

$167,900
09/20/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1472717391

$167,900

+19.7% / yr

08/08/2021

Pending

MFRMLS #G5044089

—
07/07/2021

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #G5044089

$181,900
11/20/2013

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #376182398

$41,000

-9.4% / yr

11/20/2013

Sold

MFRMLS #G4697806

$41,000
11/02/2013

Pending

MFRMLS #G4697806

—
08/15/2013

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #G4697806

$48,700
02/29/2008

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #233425089

$72,000
12/14/2007

Expired

MFRMLS #G4622190

$84,500
06/15/2007

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #G4622190

$94,500
07/05/2006

Expired

MFRMLS #G4605729

$74,500
06/21/2006

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #G4605729

$74,500

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

Public Records for 520 Dora Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$41,511Additions$104,951Total$146,462
Tax Record2024$2,840 ($237 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,016 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,016 SqFtStories1Lot Size8,200 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1920Year Renovated2010CountyLAKEAPN28-19-26-0800-000-01000

Schools near 520 Dora Avenue

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
Nonschool Exceptional Education
Public - PK to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Tavares Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Tavares Middle School
Public6 to 8

Tavares High School
Public9 to 12

Nonschool Exceptional Education
PublicPK 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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More information about 520 Dora Avenue, Tavares, FL 32778

520 Dora Avenue is a single family home for sale in Tavares, FL 32778. This property was listed for sale on January 27, 2026 by SUCCESS HOME SALES, LLC, it's currently listed at $232,650. It has been on the market for a total of 33 days and was last sold on November 17, 2023. This listing's school district is Lake County Schools. Nearby schools include Tavares Elementary School, Tavares Middle School and Tavares High School. 520 Dora Avenue is a 2-bed, 1-bath, 1,016 sqft single family home built in 1920.

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