5245 China Sea Drive, FL

$326,000

5245 China Sea Drive

Tavares, FL 32778

Active
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,862
Sq Ft
0.2
Acres
2005
Built
Water access55+ community$175/sqft
🏠Single Family Residence

Property type

🏗️2005

Year built

📐8,800 sqft

Lot size

📊$175

Price / sq ft

🏘️$228/mo

HOA dues

📅53

Days on market

🚗2

Garage spaces

🌊X

Flood zone

About this home

Beautiful custom Huntly model offering timeless charm and comfortable living in the sought-after 55+ lakefront community of Royal Harbor on the Harris Chain of Lakes. From the moment you enter, you’ll appreciate the warm Hickory Hardwood Floors, plantation shutters, and bright open living spaces that make this home feel welcoming and comfortable. Hickory Hardwood Floors extend through the Foyer, Great Room, Dining Room, Breakfast Nook, and Hallway to the Guest Bedrooms. Plantation Shutters throughout add classic Southern charm, while volume ceilings enhance the bright, open feel of the home. The Great Room showcases elegant wainscoting, decorative columns, and a custom cornice above triple sliding glass doors that open to the enclosed Lanai, creating a wonderful indoor-outdoor living space. The Kitchen overlooks the Great Room and Breakfast Nook and offers a breakfast bar, walk-in pantry, transom and herb windows, and ample counter space for cooking and entertaining. The spacious Primary Suite features private access to the enclosed Lanai, walk-in closets, and an En-Suite Bath with dual sinks, a soaking tub, separate shower, and a large linen closet. Guest Bedrooms are thoughtfully split from the Primary Suite for privacy. Bedroom 3 features a Murphy Bed with matching desk and custom closet system, making it ideal as a guest room, home office, or hobby space. Enjoy relaxing in two inviting outdoor spaces — a charming front screened porch and a 13×18 enclosed Lanai with acrylic windows and screens, creating a comfortable Florida Room for year-round enjoyment. Recent improvements and features include a NEW ROOF (January 2024), a spacious 2-car plus golf cart garage with excellent storage, screened garage door, separate irrigation meter, a Culligan water treatment system, and solar tubes that bring additional natural light into the home. Royal Harbor is a beautifully landscaped, vibrant lakefront community featuring a spacious clubhouse, social hall, heated Jr. Olympic pool and spa, fitness center, pickleball, tennis, bocce, walking trails, community dock, and a full calendar of clubs and activities. RV, boat, and trailer storage are included in the HOA. Whether you’re looking for a full-time residence or a seasonal Florida retreat, this home offers comfort, charm, and the wonderful Royal Harbor lifestyle. Schedule your private showing today.

Estimated monthly payment

Principal & interest$1,648
Property taxes$276
Home insurance (est.)$149
HOA dues$228

Estimate only. Taxes use the listing's reported amount where available; insurance is a Florida-average estimate. Your actual payment will vary — run a full calculation or talk to a lender.

Price & listing history53 days on market

  1. Status: Active
    Mar 10, 2026
  2. Listed$346,000
    Mar 10, 2026
  3. Price reduced$326,000

Facts & features

Property type
Residential
Sub type
Single Family Residence
Status
Active
Days on market
53
Subdivision
Royal Harbor
County
Lake
Year built
2005
Living area
1,862 sq ft
Price/sq ft
$175
Building area
2,838 sq ft (Public Records)
Lot size
8,800 sq ft
Lot category
0 to less than 1/4
Flood zone
X (12069C0345E)
Garage
2 spaces
Annual taxes
$3,316 (2025)
Parcel #
13-20-25-1805-000-31800
Zoning
PD
MLS #
G5109305

Interior Details

Bedrooms
3
Full bathrooms
2
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Concrete, Wood
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Filtration System
Interior features
Ceiling Fans(s), High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Split Bedroom, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
Laundry
Inside, Laundry Room
Stories / Levels
One
Direction faces
Northwest

Heating & Cooling

Heating
Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air

Parking

Garage spaces
2
Attached garage
Yes
Parking features
Garage Door Opener, Golf Cart Garage, Oversized

HOA & Financial

HOA fee
$228 / Monthly
Monthly HOA
$228/mo
Total monthly fees
$228/mo
Total annual fees
$2,736
HOA name
LeLane Management - Lian Sierra
CDD
No
Homestead exemption
Yes
Min lease term
No Minimum
Ownership
Fee Simple
Available for lease
Yes
Lease restrictions
Yes
Additional lease restrictions
55+, See Deed Restrictions
Approval process
Application Process

Exterior & Construction

Exterior features
Rain Gutters
Construction materials
Block, Stucco
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Slab
Water access
Yes
Road surface
Asphalt, Paved

Utilities

Sewer
Public Sewer
Water source
Public
Utilities
BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Fiber Optics, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected

Community

Pets allowed
Yes
Senior community
Yes

Room Details

RoomLevelDimensions
Great RoomFirst16x18
Dining RoomFirst10x12
KitchenFirst11x12
DinetteFirst9x11
Primary BedroomFirst14x16
Primary BathroomFirst8x16
Bedroom 2First10x11
Bedroom 3First11x12
Bathroom 2First6x11
LaundryFirst8x8
Balcony/Porch/LanaiFirst8x12
Balcony/Porch/LanaiFirst13x18

Listing Details

Listing date
2026-03-10
On market date
2026-03-10
Original list price
$346,000
Occupant type
Owner
MLS area
32778 - Tavares / Deer Island
Listing AOR
Lake and Sumter
Status changed
2026-03-10
Tax legal description
TAVARES ROYAL HARBOR PHASE 2 SUB LOT 318 PB 45 PGS 32-35 ORB 5445 PG 2031

Flood risk

Minimal riskFEMA Zone XPanel 12069C0345E

Minimal-risk area outside the mapped floodplain. Flood insurance is optional and typically low-cost.

Source: FEMA flood zone reported on the listing. Confirm current designation at FEMA Flood Map Service Center.

Location

Directions

From SR19, Royal Harbor Main Entrance, Royal Harbor Boulevard, past lighthouse, right on Indian Ocean Loop, next right on China Sea. Home on left.

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