$199,000
162 Tara DrTavares, FL 32778
Manufactured and mobile homes · MLS 11857672 · Listed 125 days ago (Jun 27, 2026)
Dora Canal · Canal · Shared waterfront site · Waterfront details
For sale: Listed and available according to the MyStateMLS feed.
About this property
HUGE PRICE IMPROVEMENT! Welcome to a truly one-of-a-kind waterfront home in the highly desirable Tiki Village 55+ community in Tavares. Perfectly positioned on an exceptional waterfront lot backing to protected preserve land, this beautifully renovated home offers unmatched privacy, breathtaking views, and serene natural surroundings-making it widely regarded as one of the best lots in all of Tiki Village. This spacious home offers 2,208 square feet of living space and has been tastefully updated with top-of-the-line finishes throughout. The stunning new kitchen features modern design, quality cabinetry, and a large kitchen bar with additional seating, perfect for entertaining or casual gatherings. Open concept, updated flooring and large casement windows flood the living, dining, kitchen, and primary bedroom with natural light while showcasing spectacular water and nature views. The home includes 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, highlighted by a spacious primary suite, and offers multiple indoor and outdoor living areas. Enjoy Florida living at its finest with two expansive lanais, one featuring a hot tub overlooking the Dora Canal, plus a large rear deck ideal for entertaining, relaxing, or enjoying evening sunsets and wildlife sightings. The outdoor space is truly special. The walk-through garden, large garden area, and surrounding preserve provide a tranquil, private setting with no rear neighbors-ever. This protected preserve ensures the land behind the home will remain pristine and undeveloped, offering frequent sightings of local wildlife, including turkey, deer, raccoon, armadillo, and birds. The famous Tarzan Oak Tree is located within the surrounding preserve, adding to the unique charm and character of the property. Additional features include: Laundry room with ample storage for gardening tools and freezer Large storage shed Abundant parking Whole-house water purification system New refrigerator, dishwasher, and electric stove Home fully gutted and renovated approximately four years ago with new electrical, heat pump, paint, countertops, backsplashes, and flooring This home is being sold AS IS and offers an exceptional value with lot rent of just $639 per month, which includes water, sewer, and trash pickup. This is more than a home-it's a private waterfront sanctuary surrounded by nature, offering peace, beauty, and a lifestyle that is truly hard to replicate. There is simply nothing else like it. Schedule your private showing and experience this remarkable property for yourself.
Description provided by the listing brokerage.
MLS-reported waterfront
Waterfront details
The home is part of a condominium, cooperative or community whose shared site is reported as waterfront. Shoreline and docks are typically common or community property, not owned by the individual unit.
- Relationship to the water
- Shared waterfront site
- Water type
- Canal
- Water body
- Dora Canal (as reported)Name as reported by the listing (not matched to a mapped water body)
- Frontage length
- Not provided. Ask the listing agent.
- Water access arrangement
- Not provided. Ask the listing agent.
- Docks, slips, lifts, moorings
- Not provided. Ask the listing agent.
- Dock depth
- Not provided. Ask the listing agent.
- Shoreline
- Not provided. Ask the listing agent.
- Seasonal or tidal conditions
- Not provided. Ask the listing agent.
- Boating limits (bridges, depth, open-water access)
- Not provided. Ask the listing agent.
Why this is listed as waterfront
WaterfrontYN“Yes”: The listing is marked waterfront.WaterfrontFeatures“Canal Front”: Includes a "… Front" value describing frontage.PropertyTypeDetail“mob-man”: Property form used to read the frontage relationship.LandLeaseYN“Yes”: The home is on a leased lot in a community; the land is not part of the sale.
Classified from fields in the MyStateMLS listing data. It has not been independently verified, and it is not a survey, title examination or legal determination of shoreline or access rights. Rules version 2026-10-29.1. How we classify waterfront
Something wrong with this classification? Report a waterfront classification issue. Questions about frontage, docks or access are best answered by Mary-Beth Palerino of Weichert Realtors Hallmark Properties.
Facts
- List price
- $199,000
- Original list price
- $229,000
- Status
- For sale
- Property type
- Manufactured home
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Full baths
- 2
- Interior area
- 2,208 sq ft
- Year built
- 1974
- County
- Lake County
- MLS number
- 11857672
Facts are reported by the listing brokerage. Items not listed were not provided; that does not mean the property lacks them.
Manufactured home details
- Year manufactured
- 1974
- Land
- Leased lot (land not included)
- Land lease amount
- $639 (period not specified by the source)
Lot rent is separate from any HOA fee and is set by the community. Ask the listing agent for the current lease terms and what the rent includes.
Features
Appliances
- Washer
- Range
- Microwave
- Water Heater
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Laminate
Heating
- Heat Pump
- Electric
Construction
- Vinyl Siding
Roof
- Metal
Location
The pin is the listing's reported coordinates and may be approximate. It is not a parcel boundary or shoreline, and no flood, wetland or hazard conclusion should be drawn from it. See more listings in Tavares.
Price and status history
- Original list price reported by the brokerage: $229,000
Changes observed by Waterfront Homes in MyStateMLS data since Oct 29, 2026. This is not a public-record sales history; MyStateMLS does not publish sold prices.
Estimate a monthly payment
Estimated monthly payment
$1,230 per month
An estimate for comparison only, not a loan offer or approval. Actual rates, taxes, insurance, PMI and fees depend on your lender, credit, location and loan program.
Questions to ask before you buy
Questions worth investigating for any waterfront property. They are not claims that this property has a problem or meets any condition.
- Who owns the shoreline and the land under the water, and are there easements or public-access rights along it?Ownership can stop at a high-water line, a survey line or a seawall. A title search and survey answer this, not the listing.
- Is a dock, slip, lift or mooring included, and do the rights transfer to you?Docks can be shared, leased, assigned by an association or held under a permit that does not automatically transfer.
- What permits exist for the dock, seawall or other shoreline structures, and what would new work require?Shoreline work is often regulated by local, state and federal agencies.
- How much does the water level change by season, by tide or by reservoir management?Depth at a dock in one season can differ a lot in another.
- What does flood insurance cost for this property, and what does the current flood map show?Get a quote from an insurer or agent. A flood zone is not a premium, and no zone does not mean no risk.
- What maintenance does the shoreline need (seawall, bulkhead, riprap, erosion), and what has been done recently?Shoreline structures are expensive to repair; ask for records and inspection reports.
- How are water, sewer or septic, and power provided?Waterfront septic systems and wells can have extra rules and inspections.
- How do you reach the property by road year-round, and who maintains that road?Some waterfront roads are private, seasonal or shared.
- What local rules apply: rentals, docks, boat lifts, fences, tree removal, setbacks?Rules come from the town, county, state, lake authority or association and vary widely.
Printable due-diligence checklist · Ownership budget planner · FEMA Flood Map Service Center (official flood maps; look up the address yourself)
Guides and next steps
Listing courtesy of Weichert Realtors Hallmark Properties. Listing agent: Mary-Beth Palerino. Listings provided by MyStateMLS.
Listing last updated by the brokerage Sep 29, 2026, 4:02 PM UTC. Waterfront Homes last received MyStateMLS data Oct 30, 2026, 7:01 PM UTC. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed; verify all details with the listing agent.