MUST SEE, beautifully renovated two-story home designed with family living in mind. Just like a BRAND NEW HOME with a newer ROOF, new HVAC, plumbing, and electrical, flooring, paint, windows, cabinets, stainless steel appliances and more! Featuring 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, including two en suite bedrooms ideal for parents, guests, or multi-generational living. The bright, functional kitchen offers elegant granite countertops, with matching finishes throughout the bathrooms that balance seamlessly with the tiled, shower walls. Thoughtful updates, generous living spaces, and a flexible floor plan make this move-in-ready home perfect for both daily life and entertaining. Ideally situated close to shopping, everyday conveniences, and major highways, with NO HOA fees or restrictions.
For sale
Price cut: $17K (2/23)
$398,000
31201 Merry Rd, Tavares, FL 32778
4beds
2,268sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1954
8,613 Square Feet Lot
$389,800 Zestimate®
$175/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Two en suite bedroomsElegant granite countertopsFlexible floor planNewer roofStainless steel appliancesGenerous living spacesBright functional kitchen
- 48 days |
- 450 |
- 19 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: February 23, 2026 at 01:40pm
Listing Provided by:
Bonnie Drawdy 352-978-8589,
ERA GRIZZARD REAL ESTATE 352-394-5900
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: G5107136
Originating MLS: Lake and Sumter
Originating MLS: Lake and Sumter
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Other
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: Second
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x13
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15x13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: Second
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: Second
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x9
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x11
Family room
- Level: First
- Area: 209 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19x11
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 77 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x7
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15x13
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Surface Counters, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Luxury Vinyl
- Doors: Sliding Doors
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,268
- Total interior livable area: 2,268 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, Parking Pad
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Other
Lot
- Size: 8,613 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 99 x 87
Details
- Parcel number: 271926100000000U02
- Zoning: LM
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Other, Wood Frame, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1954
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Electricity Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: VIRGINIA LAND CORP
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
Location
- Region: Tavares
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $175/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $108,047
- Annual tax amount: $2,236
- Date on market: 1/22/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 49 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 0
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$389,800
$370,000 - $409,000
$2,277/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/23/2026 | Price change | $398,000-4.1%$175/sqft |
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| 2/9/2026 | Price change | $415,000-3%$183/sqft |
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| 1/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $428,000+144.6%$189/sqft |
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| 10/4/2024 | Sold | $175,000-12.1%$77/sqft |
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| 8/22/2024 | Pending sale | $199,000$88/sqft |
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| 8/2/2024 | Listed for sale | $199,000+1%$88/sqft |
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| 2/13/2024 | Sold | $197,000-1%$87/sqft |
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| 2/1/2024 | Pending sale | $199,000$88/sqft |
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| 12/5/2023 | Price change | $199,000-16.7%$88/sqft |
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| 9/30/2023 | Listed for sale | $239,000+8.6%$105/sqft |
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| 6/10/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 12/9/2022 | Listed for sale | $220,000+131.6%$97/sqft |
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| 11/10/2021 | Sold | $95,000-40.3%$42/sqft |
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| 10/18/2021 | Pending sale | $159,000$70/sqft |
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| 9/17/2021 | Price change | $159,000-5.9%$70/sqft |
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| 9/13/2021 | Pending sale | $169,000$75/sqft |
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| 7/22/2021 | Listed for sale | $169,000$75/sqft |
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| 7/16/2021 | Pending sale | $169,000$75/sqft |
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| 7/14/2021 | Price change | $169,000-6.1%$75/sqft |
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| 6/14/2021 | Listed for sale | $180,000+350%$79/sqft |
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| 5/20/2019 | Listing removed | $900 |
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| 5/8/2019 | Listed for rent | $900+5.9% |
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| 2/4/2019 | Sold | $40,000+14.3%$18/sqft |
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| 3/22/2018 | Listing removed | $850 |
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| 3/5/2018 | Listed for rent | $850 |
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| 4/18/2017 | Sold | $35,000$15/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,236 +0.4% | $108,047 |
| 2024 | $2,226 +13.6% | $108,047 +5.8% |
| 2023 | $1,960 +16% | $102,080 +10% |
| 2022 | $1,689 +63.2% | $92,802 +100.1% |
| 2021 | $1,035 -5% | $46,384 +0.4% |
| 2020 | $1,089 -0.7% | $46,188 |
| 2019 | $1,097 +2.4% | $46,188 |
| 2018 | $1,071 | $46,188 -15.3% |
| 2017 | $1,071 -7.5% | $54,553 |
| 2016 | $1,158 -1.5% | $54,553 +1.7% |
| 2015 | $1,176 -1.3% | $53,643 +1.6% |
| 2014 | $1,191 +54.7% | $52,813 +2.1% |
| 2013 | $770 -1% | $51,737 |
| 2012 | $778 -1.9% | $51,737 -2% |
| 2011 | $793 -7.1% | $52,813 -5.8% |
| 2010 | $854 -4.6% | $56,068 -4.7% |
| 2009 | $895 -27.7% | $58,830 -27.8% |
| 2008 | $1,238 +110.8% | $81,468 +111.3% |
| 2007 | $587 -5.3% | $38,555 +2.2% |
| 2006 | $620 +13.7% | $37,741 +14.8% |
| 2005 | $546 -0.4% | $32,863 |
| 2004 | $548 +1.7% | -- |
| 2003 | $539 +10.6% | $31,236 +3.2% |
| 2002 | $488 | $30,261 |
| 2001 | $488 -1.6% | $30,261 |
| 2000 | $495 | $30,261 |
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Est. payment
$2,424/mo
Principal & interest
$1900
Property taxes
$524
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 32778
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Tavares Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.2 mi
- 5/10Tavares Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.3 mi
- 4/10Tavares High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
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