North Lake County
Tavares real estate, by the numbers.
The Lake County seat, set between Lake Dora and Lake Eustis. Waterfront, in-town and suburban homes.
Tavares home sales, past 12 months
Qualified single-family sales through September 19, 2026.
$345,000
Median sale price, compared with $355,000 the 12 months before.
$295,000 to $440,000
Where the middle half of sales landed.
449
Single-family homes sold.
7,939
Single-family homes on the county roll, with a typical year built of 2004.
72%
Of those homes carry a homestead exemption.
2.8%
Sit in a FEMA special flood hazard area at the parcel's mapped point.
Source: Lake County Property Appraiser sales file dated October 6, 2026. Sales marked qualified by the Property Appraiser, improved single-family parcels, $50,000 and up, one count per deed. Towns follow the mailing city, which can reach beyond city limits. Recent sales can take time to post. Not an appraisal.
Ten years of sales
The median went from $175,000 in 2016 to $353,000 in 2025.
| Year | Median sale | Sales |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $353,000 | 498 |
| 2024 | $367,000 | 431 |
| 2023 | $340,000 | 687 |
| 2022 | $348,000 | 645 |
| 2021 | $264,000 | 628 |
| 2020 | $237,000 | 514 |
| 2019 | $213,000 | 458 |
| 2018 | $205,000 | 529 |
| 2017 | $188,000 | 549 |
| 2016 | $175,000 | 466 |
Tavares neighborhoods
Median sale price from county records, over 24 months or, for quieter neighborhoods, five years.
- Avalon Park Tavares $334,000
- Baytree $244,000
- Chelsea Oaks $315,000
- Chelsea Oaks South $306,000
- Cresswind at Lake Harris $608,000
- Deer Island Club $488,000
- Elmwood $354,000
- Etowah $370,000
- Fairview $460,000
- Foxborough $333,000
- Golden Palms $220,000
- Greenbrier at Baytree $352,000
- Groves at Baytree $322,000
- Hamlets of Tavares $284,000
- Lake Harris Reserve $378,000
- Lake Harris Shores $380,000
- Lake Saunders Pointe $335,000
- Lakeside at Tavares $302,000
- Lakewood Park $280,000
- Lane Park Ridge $308,000
- Leela Reserve $390,000
- Magnolia Ridge $255,000
- Martins Grove $312,000
- Oak Bend $324,000
- Oak Haven $304,000
- Old Mill Run $659,000
- Orange Blossom Estates $265,000
- Pines at Lake Saunders $334,000
- Royal Harbor $334,000
- Seaport Village $355,000
- Seasons at Lakeside Forest $458,000
- Seasons at Waterstone $430,000
- Sparks Village $240,000
- Summeral Park Heights $235,000
- Summit Chase Villas $168,000
- Tavares Heights $210,000
- Venetian Village $419,000
- Verandah Park $320,000
- Vista Del Largo $475,000
- Woodlea $255,000
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- The license. Look up any Florida agent or brokerage on the state's license search. Ours is CQ1047834.
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Know before you go
From official sources. Things change, so confirm with the city or provider.
- City hall
- Tavares City Hall is at 201 E. Main St., phone (352) 742-6209, open Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Source
- Water & sewer
- The City of Tavares provides water and sewer; apply online or at City Hall, 201 E. Main St. Source
- Trash & recycling
- The City of Tavares collects trash and recycling, and the city's route information link shows your collection days. Source
- Electric
- Electric service varies by address: Duke Energy or SECO Energy. Source
- Emergency alerts
- Sign up for AlertLake, Lake County's official emergency notification system; the city also offers news updates through Notify Me. Source
- Non-emergency police
- Tavares Police Department, 911 Gateway Drive, non-emergency line 352-343-2101, answered 24/7. Source
- Library
- Tavares Public Library, 314 N. New Hampshire Ave., is a Lake County Library System branch. Source
- Local landmark
- The Tavares Seaplane Base is on the Lake Dora waterfront in Wooton Park. Source
Tavares questions
How do I choose a real estate agent in Tavares?
Check the license on the Florida DBPR site, read all of the agent's reviews, ask how many homes they've handled near you, and ask how they would price and market yours or find yours. Before you sign, ask what the agreement costs and how it ends.
What is the median home sale price in Tavares, FL?
$345,000 for qualified single-family sales in the 12 months through September 19, 2026, based on 449 sales in Lake County Property Appraiser records. The middle half sold between $295,000 and $440,000. The median for the 12 months before that was $355,000.
How have Tavares home prices changed over time?
The median went from $175,000 in 2016 to $353,000 in 2025. Those are qualified single-family sales in Lake County Property Appraiser records, by calendar year.
How much of Tavares is in a flood zone?
About 2.8% of single-family parcels with a Tavares mailing city sit in a FEMA special flood hazard area at the parcel's mapped point. It varies street by street, so check the specific address.
Is there a real estate brokerage that works in Tavares?
Yes. RLW Realty is a Florida brokerage based in downtown Umatilla, serving Tavares and the rest of North Lake County for home, land and commercial sales, with property management through RLW Management. Our team has sold, leased or managed 46 properties in Tavares.
How can I find out what my Tavares home is worth?
Enter the address in the free RLW Realty home value tool for an instant estimate from county records, then ask us for a closer number based on the home's condition and the nearest sales.
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