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540 Fern Ave, Tavares, FL, 32778

$275,000

Home List Price

$3,266*

Closing Credit

3 Bedrooms
1 Full Bath, 1 Partial
1,350 SqFt
$204/SqFt
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540 Fern Ave, Tavares$275,000

Buyer Closing Credits

$3,266*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingDriveway
Year Built1980
HeatingCentral
CoolingCentral Air
MLS #O6268760
Lot Size0.23 Acres
StatusActive

About 540 Fern Ave

Welcome to this beautiful and cozy home located in the heart of Tavares. This delightful property offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience, ideal for first-time homebuyers or savvy investors. Featuring a spacious open layout, this home includes 3 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms. The home boasts a brand-new roof, ensuring peace of mind for years to come. The large kitchen is a standout, complete with granite countertops, offering plenty of space for meal preparation and entertaining. French doors lead to a screened-in porch and a generously sized, fenced-in backyard—ideal for outdoor gatherings or simply relaxing in your own space. This home is just minutes away from Tavares’ local shops, dining options, schools, and parks, offering everything you need within reach. Tavares, aka the "Seaplane City," is conveniently located near the activity core, and is surrounded by many lakes where you can enjoy county boat tours, boating, fishing, and kayaking. Whether you're exploring the charming downtown area or looking to enjoy outdoor recreation, this location has it all.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Year Built: 1980
  • Living Area: 1,350 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: CENTURY 21 CARIOTI
  • Office Phone: (407) 770-0322
  • Listing Agent: Lucy Yip

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator
  • Flooring Type: Tile
  • Interior: Ceiling Fans(s)

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Private Pool: No
  • Exterior: French Doors

Parking Information:

  • Parking: Driveway

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Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot Size: 0.23 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Central
  • Cooling: Central Air

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: Take US-441 N/W Orange Blossom Trail, Sadler Rd and County Rd 448 to Fern Ave in Tavares. Use the right 2 lanes to turn right onto US-441 N/W Orange Blossom Trail. Turn left onto Sadler Rd. Turn right to stay on County Rd 448. Turn right onto County Rd 561. Merge onto FL-19 N. Turn left onto Palm Ave. Turn right onto Fern Ave. Destination will be on the right

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $275,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $204/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $2,229
  • Tax Year: 2020
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Housing Market Comparison

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Tavares, FL

City

Med. Sold Price

$324.9K

Med. Price/SqFt

$195

Avg. Days On Market

92

# of Sold Homes

29

540 Fern Ave vs Tavares

1 DAY ON ROCKET

-91 Days

$275,000

-$49.9K Less

$204/SqFt

+$9 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $49.9K less than the Median Sold Price and $9/SqFt more than other homes in Tavares, FL.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: MFRMLS
  • MLS Number: #O6268760

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: CENTURY 21 CARIOTI
  • Office Phone: (407) 770-0322
  • Listing Agent: Lucy Yip

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Aug 29, 2017Home Sold
$42,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2020$2,229$106,525
2019$2,266$106,298
2018$2,254$106,298
2017$817$38,527

History based on county public records data.

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$1,440

Per Month

Recommended Financing

30-Year Fixed

Rate/APR

7.5% / 6.68%

Total Monthly Payment

$891

Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Nearby Schools

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4
/10

  • Tavares Elementary School

  • 720 E Clifford St

  • 1.57 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

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5
/10

  • Treadway Elementary School

  • 10619 Treadway School Rd

  • 4.05 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

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2
/10

  • Triangle Elementary School

  • 1707 Eudora Rd

  • 4.12 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

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Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $35,500. Residents of Tavares, FL typically earn less than $35k each year. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 540 Fern Ave

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 540 Fern Ave property is $275,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 540 Fern Ave is a house located in Tavares, Florida, 32778.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 540 Fern Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $2,229 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on August 29, 2017 for $42,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 540 Fern Ave has 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 540 Fern Ave is 1,350 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 540 Fern Ave is 1980.

Rocket Homes›Florida›Lake County›Tavares›32778›540 Fern Ave

This home is located at 540 Fern Ave in Tavares, FL and zip code 32778 in the Summeral Park Heights neighborhood. This 1,350 square foot home, which was built in 1980, sits on a 0.23 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 06, 2025 and is currently priced at $275,000.

While more than 4 listings in Tavares, FL in December 2024 were sold above asking price, there were more than 5 listings sold at asking price, and more than 20 were sold below. In December 2024 in Tavares, FL there were 6.9% more homes for sale than in November 2024. In December 2024 median list price was $324,926 and the average listing age was 92 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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