16948 Deer Island, FL

$1,395,000

16948 Deer Island

Deer Island, FL 32778

Active
4
Beds
4
Baths
2,834
Sq Ft
1.68
Acres
2014
Built
WaterfrontWater accessPrivate poolFireplace3-car garage1.68 acres$492/sqft360° tour
🏠Single Family Residence

Property type

🏗️2014

Year built

📐73,401 sqft

Lot size

📊$492

Price / sq ft

🏘️No HOA

HOA dues

📅1

Day on market

🚗3

Garage spaces

🌊AE

Flood zone

About this home

HARRIS CHAIN OF LAKES-Living the Florida Lifestyle at its BEST! This beautiful Harris Chain Lakefront pool home features 4 bedrooms, with 4 baths and was custom built in 2014 with an exceptional comfortable lifestyle in mind. Nestled between Lake Dora and Lake Beauclaire on a 1.68 acre lot with 129 feet of direct Lake Beauclaire waterfront, this luxury property offers breathtaking sunrises and sunsets with front views of Lake Dora and back views of Lake Beauclaire. Double entry glass doors welcome you to the spacious foyer and the open floorplan showcasing the soaring ceilings with quality custom finishes throughout. Designed for both everyday living and entertaining, this waterfront pool home offers a split plan for a very private owner's suite as well as a spacious 4th bedroom situated on the opposite side of the main floor. French doors in the gathering room lead to a covered lanai overlooking the screened solar-heated pool with tranquil fountains, creating the perfect indoor-outdoor Florida lifestyle. The private backyard retreat features a charming pergola draped in beautiful flowering plants, ideal for relaxing or entertaining guests. Follow the paved walkway to the impressive two-story boathouse and private dock setting on the renowned Harris Chain of Lakes, offering endless opportunities for boating, fishing, and waterfront recreation. This exceptional Central Florida lakefront home combines luxury, privacy, and convenient to downtown Mount Dora and Tavares dining, shopping, and entertainment. Close to Deer Island Golf Course but without the HOA! County taxes with the benefit of public amenities- city water and sewer. Just a short distance to beautiful Downtown Mount Dora by the way of car or boat! Don't miss out on seeing this amazing Chain of Lakes property!

Estimated monthly payment

Principal & interest$7,054
Property taxes$615
Home insurance (est.)$639

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 history1 days on market

  1. Status: Active
    May 25, 2026
  2. Listed$1,395,000
    May 25, 2026
  3. Price increased$1,395,000

Virtual Tour

Facts & features

Property type
Residential
Sub type
Single Family Residence
Status
Active
Days on market
1
Subdivision
Deer Island Estates
County
Lake
Year built
2014
Living area
2,834 sq ft
Price/sq ft
$492
Building area
3,519 sq ft (Public Records)
Lot size
73,401 sq ft
Lot category
1 to less than 2
Flood zone
AE
Garage
3 spaces
Pool
Private pool
Annual taxes
$7,378 (2025)
Parcel #
022026020000000600
Zoning
R-3
MLS #
O6406612

Interior Details

Bedrooms
4
Full bathrooms
4
Flooring
Ceramic Tile, Laminate
Appliances
Built-In Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Water Filtration System, Wine Refrigerator
Interior features
Ceiling Fans(s), Coffered Ceiling(s), Crown Molding, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Pest Guard System, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Surface Counters, Split Bedroom, Thermostat, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
Laundry
Inside, Laundry Room
Stories / Levels
Two
Direction faces
North
Fireplace
Yes

Heating & Cooling

Heating
Central
Cooling
Central Air

Parking

Garage spaces
3
Attached garage
Yes
Parking features
Driveway

HOA & Financial

Total monthly fees
$0/mo
Total annual fees
$0
CDD
No
Homestead exemption
Yes
Min lease term
7 Months
Listing terms
Cash, Conventional, VA Loan
Ownership
Fee Simple
Available for lease
Yes
Lease restrictions
No

Exterior & Construction

Exterior features
French Doors, Lighting, Rain Gutters, Sidewalk
Construction materials
Block, Stucco
Roof
Metal, Shingle
Foundation
Slab
Pool
Private pool
Waterfront
Yes
Water access
Yes
Water view
Yes
Road surface
Asphalt, Paved

Utilities

Sewer
Public Sewer
Water source
Canal/Lake For Irrigation, Public
Utilities
BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Propane, Public, Sprinkler Recycled

Community

Pets allowed
Yes

Room Details

RoomLevelDimensions
KitchenFirst17x15
Great RoomFirst18x16
OfficeFirst14x10
DinetteFirst9x9
LoftSecond15x9
Primary BedroomFirst16x14
Bedroom 2Second15x11
Bedroom 3Second13x13
Bedroom 4First15x14

Listing Details

Listing date
2026-05-25
On market date
2026-05-25
Original list price
$1,395,000
Occupant type
Owner
MLS area
32778 - Tavares / Deer Island
Listing AOR
Orlando Regional
Status changed
2026-05-25
Tax legal description
DEER ISLAND ESTATES UNIT 1 LOT 6 PB 22 PG 50 ORB 5138 PG 1702

Flood risk

High riskFEMA Zone AE

FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area (1% annual-chance / “100-year” floodplain). Flood insurance is generally required by mortgage lenders.

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

Location

Directions

CR 448 to Shirley Shores road. Follow to E. Shirley Shores Rd and turn right. E. Shirley Shores Rd turns into Deer Island Rd. Home is the last one on the right before entering Deer Island.

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