TAVADORA SHORES in TAVARES

TAVADORA SHORES
Homes for Sale in TAVARES, FL

Community in TAVARES · Lake County · ZIP 32778
20 homesBuilt 1957–2024
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Tempo
12.0mo
Supply
3 to 6 months is the balanced band
0%
Under contract
Lake: 26% (1,105 of 4,329)
1 · 0
For sale · pending
live counts, refreshed twice daily
Ownership and context
70%
Owner-occupied · TAVADORA SHORES
14 of 20 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
30%
Non-owner-occupied · TAVADORA SHORES
incl. 15% trust or LLC-held · 10% out-of-state
20
Homes in the community
20 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · 21 years of records
Est. 1957
Community established
homes built 1957-2024, median 1972 (FL DOR 2025)
0
Failed listings · 2022
peaked at 4 in 2009
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

Tavadora Shores is a small, thin-traded pocket of Tavares - only 20 homes total and a single active listing as of this snapshot. With that little inventory, price and pace here are set almost entirely by whatever one or two sellers decide to do in a given season, not by broad neighborhood trend lines.

Twelve months of supply puts this squarely in buyer-leaning territory, which in a community this small usually means a seller has to price to the specific condition and age of their home rather than lean on comparable sales - there simply aren't many to point to. For a buyer, that translates into real room to negotiate on terms and timeline, provided the home itself checks out.

TAVADORA SHORES Housing Pulse · Momentum Research · as of August 2, 2026

TAVADORA SHORES right now

🟢 Buyer-leaning market. 12.0 months of supply and 0% of the inventory already under contract give buyers above-average negotiating leverage.Why it matters: months of supply is how long today's inventory would last at today's sales pace; under-contract share is the portion of homes for sale that already have a buyer.Momentum Research analysis of Stellar MLS records, as of August 2, 2026. Confidence: Low (1 active and pending listings, 0 closed sales in 12 months).

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Updated August 2, 2026 · Live data: Stellar MLS, refreshed twice daily · MLS facts carry their source; interpretation lines are Momentum Research · Data sources & freshness

The 60-Second Overview

A tight cluster of 20 homes in Tavares spanning original 1957 construction through more recent 2024 builds, with a median build year of 1972 - so age and updates vary widely from one property to the next.

Pre-construction details are compiled from public records, builder announcements and builder listings, and are subject to change without notice; figures are deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Momentum Research figures are our own analysis. This page describes homes, pricing and community attributes, not residents.

Best for

  • Buyers wanting a larger home (median 2,670 sq ft) without competing against a deep pool of other bidders
  • Buyers comfortable evaluating an individual property's age and condition rather than relying on subdivision-wide comps
  • Buyers with flexible timelines who can negotiate patiently in a buyer-leaning, low-inventory setting

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want the reassurance of shared community amenities as part of the purchase
  • Buyers who need several active listings to compare before making a decision
  • Buyers seeking a home built in a single, uniform construction era rather than a 1957 - 2024 range

The market around TAVADORA SHORES

TAVADORA SHORES is a small community — 17 recorded sales on file, most recently in 2022 — too few for its own price trend. Here is the market around it.

In ZIP 32778, 351 homes are on the market and 20% are under contract — a steady corner of TAVARES.

Across Lake County, 3,224 homes are active and 1,105 pending (26% under contract).

Homes here are single family residence.

ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not TAVADORA SHORES specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.

If we were buying in TAVADORA SHORES today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.

1

Underwrite the condition first. Price the roof, HVAC, and systems honestly before judging any list price; condition swings value here more than square footage alone.

2

Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.

3

Use your leverage. With inventory sitting, there is room to negotiate on anything dated or overpriced and to ask for repairs or a rate buydown.

4

Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.

5

Keep an agent in your corner. The listing agent works for the seller; we represent you and prepare a hand-built valuation before any offer in TAVADORA SHORES.

Best Buy
Buyers seeking a low-inventory Tavares pocket where each home is evaluated individually rather than against a subdivision template.
Biggest Risk
With only one active listing, buyers have little to compare against and sellers have little competitive pressure to move fast.
Sweet Spot
Larger homes with updated systems that justify their age relative to the 1972 median build year.
Avoid If
You need multiple comparable listings to shop and negotiate against before committing.

A Small Pool, Priced on Its Own Terms

With homes ranging from 1957 to 2024 construction and a median year built of 1972, this is not a neighborhood where every house shares a common era or floor plan. Buyers should expect to evaluate each property largely on its own - roof age, systems, and renovation history will matter more here than in a subdivision built out in a single phase.

Living space runs larger than typical starter-home territory, with a median of 2,670 square feet, and a 70% homestead share indicates most of these properties are owner-occupied rather than held as rentals or investment stock. No community amenities are identified from current MLS listings, so this reads as a standalone residential pocket rather than an amenity-driven development - the draw here is the homes and the setting, not a clubhouse or shared recreation.

The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in TAVADORA SHORES. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Why work with Momentum here

In a community with only 20 homes and a single active listing, there is no meaningful comp set to lean on - pricing and negotiation strategy have to be built from the specific home, its age, and its condition rather than a neighborhood average. We track this kind of thin market closely so a buyer or seller here isn't guessing.

TAVADORA SHORES in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers seeking a low-inventory Tavares pocket where each home is evaluated individually rather than against a subdivision template.
Biggest advantageTwelve months of supply gives buyers real negotiating room on price and terms.
Biggest riskWith only one active listing, buyers have little to compare against and sellers have little competitive pressure to move fast.
Sweet spotLarger homes with updated systems that justify their age relative to the 1972 median build year.
Avoid ifYou need multiple comparable listings to shop and negotiate against before committing.

HOA, CDD & Fees

In short
  • HOA status not on record. Verify any dues before you offer
  • Any club/amenity membership is billed separately

Confirm the current HOA dues, exactly what they cover, and any CDD bond or special assessment for a specific address before you offer.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and pricing to real comps, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed TAVADORA SHORES sales matched to your home.

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The real cost & risk here

Before the list price, the Florida math the portals skip. These are Lake County typicals — your exact home, flood zone, and insurance quote will vary, so verify each before you offer.

$2,201/mo
Lake County typical true cost to own
$146/mo
Lake County typical home insurance
Check CDD
Confirm before you offer

County typicals from Momentum’s Florida housing data (Zillow & Realtor.com aggregates, Census, FRED), updated monthly; insurance modeled. Flood zone is property-specific — always confirm via FEMA.

TAVADORA SHORES Market Scorecard

Strong buyer's market

TAVADORA SHORES is currently a strong buyer's market. About 12.0 months of supply, a median asking price of $975,000, and homes go under contract in about 36 days.

12.0
Months supply
$975,000
Median list
$1,150,000
Median sold
$469
Per sqft
36
Days on mkt
1/0/1
Active/Pend/Sold

Typical home value in the 32778 ZIP is $312,096, right around the Florida norm (Zillow Home Value Index).

Go deeper: ZIP market scorecard · county scorecard · true cost calculator · affordability calculator.

Live data: Stellar MLS, distributed by MLS GRID, refreshed twice daily. Typical value: Zillow Research. Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is TAVADORA SHORES a buyer's or seller's market right now?
As of August 2, 2026, TAVADORA SHORES leans toward buyers: 12.0 months of supply at the current sales pace (Stellar MLS live counts).
How many homes are in TAVADORA SHORES?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 20 homes in TAVADORA SHORES (public records).
What share of TAVADORA SHORES is owner-occupied?
70% of TAVADORA SHORES parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in TAVADORA SHORES built?
Homes in TAVADORA SHORES were built between 1957 and 2024, with a median year built of 1972 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
Who is the best real estate agent for TAVADORA SHORES?
The best agent for TAVADORA SHORES is one who actively works TAVARES and knows the community's pricing, fees, and current inventory. Tell us what you're looking for in the form on this page and Momentum Realty will match you with a local specialist for TAVADORA SHORES.
How do I find a top TAVARES real estate agent who knows TAVADORA SHORES?
Share a few details in the form on this page. Momentum Realty has 320+ agents and more than $3.5B in closed sales, and we'll connect you with one who knows TAVADORA SHORES and the wider TAVARES area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for TAVADORA SHORES?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your TAVADORA SHORES purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
Buyers wanting a larger home (median 2,670 sq ft) without competing against a deep pool of other biddersExcellent fit
Buyers comfortable evaluating an individual property's age and condition rather than relying on subdivision-wide compsExcellent fit
Buyers with flexible timelines who can negotiate patiently in a buyer-leaning, low-inventory settingExcellent fit
Buyers who want the reassurance of shared community amenities as part of the purchaseProbably not
Buyers who need several active listings to compare before making a decisionProbably not
Buyers seeking a home built in a single, uniform construction era rather than a 1957 - 2024 rangeProbably not

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Data sources & freshness

Live listingsStellar MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: August 2, 2026)
Housing stock & ownershipFlorida DOR 2025 assessment roll (community parcel extract)
Under-contract sharesStellar MLS records, as of 2026-08-01
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2005 (15 transactions analyzed)

Verify the primary sources yourself: Florida DOR · U.S. Census · FEMA flood maps · Citizens Property Insurance.

Momentum Research figures are our own analysis of Stellar MLS records; MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Methodology: how Momentum market scores are computed. Market metrics describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

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