PRICE IMPROVEMENT - You are going to love this LAKE VIEW, not to mention the SUNSETS! This stately 3230' home sits on 164' of LAKE DORA shoreline. Lake Dora is a 4,500-acre lake, one of the seven lakes of the Harris CHAIN OF LAKES, known for fishing and recreational boating. The DORA CANAL connects Lake Dora to Lake Eustis to the north and Lake Dora is connected to Lake Apopka to the south by way of Lake Beauclair and the Apopka-Beauclair Canal. As you enter the home you will notice the custom oak details, oversized staircase, wood burning fireplace flanked by gorgeous, custom bookshelves, built in china cabinets and unique bar. The spacious floorplan complete with formal dining room, great room, breakfast room, lovely kitchen, a mysterious cabinet revealing a hidden, cozy space for storage, two bedrooms connected by a Jack and Jill bath on first floor, primary bedroom with en suite located upstairs large walk in closet, huge bath and an adorable screened balcony perfect for morning coffee. There is no shortage of entertaining spaces, the large lanai measures 31x11 and is completely screened. Three a/c units and a window unit in the garage. The home is designed to capture lake views with numerous doors leading to the screened porches facing the lake. Outdoor shower with hot and cold water. Approx. 70' of decked walkway with new supports lead to the covered, one stall with electric boat lift. There is a workshop space in the garage, the laundry room is conveniently located off the garage with a spiral staircase leading to the primary suite. DEER ISLAND GOLF and COUNTRY CLUB is nearby and opened to the public. NO HOA required for this property! Did I mention the view, it is amazing!
Sold for $893,475
$893,475
16951 Deer Island Rd, Deer Island, FL 32778
3beds
3,230sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1992
0.49 Acres Lot
$893,400 Zestimate®
$277/sqft
$2,660 Estimated rent
Home value
$893,400
$849,000 - $938,000
$2,660/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: February 27, 2026 at 08:28am
Listing Provided by:
Janine Arrowsmith 407-797-1488,
ARROWSMITH REALTY, INC 407-992-8955
Bought with:
Paula Hemani, 3066314
TEAMCONNECT REALTY LLC
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: G5104554
Originating MLS: Lake and Sumter
Originating MLS: Lake and Sumter
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: En Suite Bathroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Second
- Area: 288 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18x16
Bedroom 2
- Features: Built-In Shelving, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20x12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16x11
Primary bathroom
- Features: Bidet, Dual Sinks, Split Vanities, Tub with Separate Shower Stall
- Level: Second
- Area: 289 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17x17
Bathroom 2
- Features: Split Vanities
- Level: First
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x8
Bathroom 3
- Level: First
- Area: 30 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6x5
Balcony porch lanai
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 341 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 31x11
Dinette
- Level: First
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x11
Dining room
- Features: Built-In Shelving
- Level: First
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16x12
Kitchen
- Features: Pantry, Built-in Features, Granite Counters, Wet Bar
- Level: First
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15x12
Living room
- Features: Bar, Built-In Shelving, Granite Counters
- Level: First
- Area: 475 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25x19
Utility room
- Features: Built-In Shelving
- Level: First
- Area: 81 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9x9
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Oven, Convection Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup
Features
- Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, PrimaryBedroom Upstairs, Solid Wood Cabinets, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Porcelain Tile
- Doors: Outdoor Shower, Sliding Doors
- Windows: Blinds, Window Treatments
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,617
- Total interior livable area: 3,230 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Driveway, Workshop in Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: Garage Dimensions: 33x23
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Enclosed, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Screened, Wrap Around
- Exterior features: Balcony, Irrigation System, Outdoor Shower, Private Mailbox, Rain Gutters
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Lake
- Waterfront features: Lake - Chain of Lakes, Lake Privileges, Lift - Covered, Skiing Allowed
- Body of water: LAKE DORA
Lot
- Size: 0.49 Acres
- Features: In County, Near Golf Course
- Residential vegetation: Mature Landscaping
Details
- Additional structures: Boat House
- Parcel number: 022026010000000100
- Zoning: AE
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Custom
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Block, Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Completed
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1992
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: BB/HS Internet Available, Electricity Connected, Sewer Available, Water Available
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Deer Island
- Subdivision: DEER ISLAND ESTATES
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Other fees
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
Other financial information
- Total actual rent: 0
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/27/2026 | Sold | $893,475-9.8%$277/sqft |
Source:  Stellar MLS #G5104554 Report a problem | ||
| 1/24/2026 | Pending sale | $990,000$307/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #G5104554 Report a problem | ||
| 1/5/2026 | Price change | $990,000-10%$307/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #G5104554 Report a problem | ||
| 12/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,100,000$341/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #G5104554 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,207 +2.4% | $434,200 +2.9% |
| 2024 | $6,061 +7.2% | $421,970 +3% |
| 2023 | $5,656 +4.3% | $409,680 +3% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 32778
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Astatula Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 5.4 mi
- 5/10Tavares Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4 mi
- 4/10Tavares High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Astatula Elem
- Middle: Tavares Middle
- High: Tavares High
Source: Stellar MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Florida
- Lake County
- Tavares
- 32778
- 16951 Deer Island Rd