Tavares City Property Records in Florida

Tavares property records document ownership, assessed value, parcel boundaries, taxes, sales history, deeds, mortgages, liens, and other recorded instruments for real estate within Tavares, Florida. Users can access assessment and parcel information through the Lake County Property Appraiser, which provides searchable property cards, maps, exemptions, and valuation details. Recorded legal documents—such as deeds, satisfactions, mortgages, and liens—are available from the Lake County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller through its Official Records search. Property tax bills, payment history, and delinquency information can be obtained from the Lake County Tax Collector. For zoning, permits, land-use information, or local code-related records, users may contact the City of Tavares Community Development Department or relevant city records offices. Court-related property matters, such as foreclosure cases or civil liens, may be found through the Lake County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller court records system.

Avg. Household Income
Avg. Household Income:
$57,644
Avg. Home Price
Avg. Home Price:
$225,500
Avg. Property Tax Amount
Avg. Property Tax Amount:
$2,043
Avg. Property Tax
Avg. Property Tax:
0.91%
Median Gross Rent
Median Gross Rent:
$1,409 / mo
Owner Occupied Housing Rate
Owner Occupied Housing Rate:
75%
Population
Population:
19,738

Tavares Property and Community Statistics

What Are the Crime Rates

This section covers reported crime in Tavares. It includes reported violent crimes, such as murder, robbery, and assault, and property crimes, such as total property crimes, burglary, and motor vehicle theft.

The reported counts for Tavares are 0 murders, 1 robbery, 11 assaults, 53 property crimes, 11 burglaries, and 1 motor vehicle theft.

Users can use these figures to see how reported incidents in Tavares are split between violent crimes and property crimes. The figures show reported incident counts and do not, on their own, indicate how likely a resident is to be affected by crime.

Robberies
Robberies:
1
Burglary
Burglary:
11
Murder
Murder:
0
Auto Theft
Auto Theft:
1
Theft
Theft:
41
Assault
Assault:
11
Sex Offenders
Sex Offenders:
2

What Is the Population Profile of Tavares

Tavares is majority White, which makes up 69% of residents (13,548 people). The next largest groups are Hispanic residents at 15% (2,938 people) and Black residents at 9% (1,842 people). Two + Races accounts for 4% (753 people), and Asian residents make up 3% (579 people). Other Race is at 0.36% (72 people), American Indian residents at 0.03% (6 people), and Pacific Islander residents are listed at 0% (0 people).

White
69%
13,548
Hispanic
15%
2,938
Black
9%
1,842
Two + Races
4%
753
Asian
3%
579
Other Race
0.36%
72
American Indian
0.03%
6
Pacific Islander
0%
0

Tavares, Ratings Compared Across Florida B+

The ratings below cover different aspects of life in Tavares and compare the city with other Florida cities. The highest-rated categories are Good for Retirees (A+), Weather (A), and Access to Outdoor Activities (A-). Other notable ratings include Diversity (A-), Access to Parks (B+), Public Schools (B), and Walkability (C+). These ratings provide an overview of key quality-of-life categories.

Public Schools
Public Schools
B
Cost of Living
Cost of Living
B
Health & Fitness
Health & Fitness
B
Outdoor Activities
Outdoor Activities
A-
Nightlife
Nightlife
B
Weather
Weather
A
Commute
Commute
C+
Access to Bars
Access to Bars
B-
Access to Coffee Shops
Access to Coffee Shops
B-
Access to Outdoor Activities
Access to Outdoor Activities
A-
Access to Parks
Access to Parks
B+
Access to Restaurants
Access to Restaurants
B+
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
N/G
Diversity
Diversity
A-
Good for Families
Good for Families
B
Good for Retirees
Good for Retirees
A+
Good for Young Professionals
Good for Young Professionals
B+
Housing
Housing
B-
Jobs
Jobs
B+
Walkability
Walkability
C+

How Educated Is Tavares

Tavares's Education data shows residents' educational attainment, including High School (28%), Bachelor Degree (17%), and Associate Degree (13%). The data also includes other available education levels.

High School
28%
Bachelor Degree
17%
Associate Degree
13%
Some College
13%
Below High School
12%
Masters Degree
6%
Doctorate
0.92%

When Were Homes Built

Tavares's Home Age data shows when homes were built across different construction periods. Most homes were built during 2000 - Present (45%), followed by 1980 - 1999 (28%) and 1960 - 1979 (20%). The data also includes other available construction periods.

2000 - Present
45%
1980 - 1999
28%
1960 - 1979
20%
1940 - 1959
6%
Before 1939
0.92%

How Many Bedrooms Do Homes Have?

Tavares's Home Size data shows the distribution of homes by number of bedrooms. Most homes have 2 Bedrooms (41%), followed by 3 Bedrooms (35%) and 1 Bedroom (13%). The data also includes other available bedroom categories.

2 Bedrooms
41%
3 Bedrooms
35%
1 Bedroom
13%
4 Bedrooms
9%
No Bedrooms
1%
5 or More Bedrooms
0.97%

What Is the Average Age

Tavares's Population data shows the distribution of residents by age group. The largest groups are 65 Plus (38%), 55 - 64 (11%), and 25 - 34 (11%). The data also includes other available age groups.

65 Plus
38%
25 - 34
11%
55 - 64
11%
45 - 54
10%
Under 10
9%
35 - 44
9%
10 - 17
6%
18 - 24
5%

Property Market Trends at Tavares

Tavares's property market remains strong, with the median home price reaching approximately $225,500. Suburban areas, however, offer more affordable housing options. The rental market is also competitive, with the median rent around $1,409 per month. Despite high demand and limited inventory, the market remains resilient, attracting both buyers and investors seeking long-term value in Tavares's dynamic real estate landscape.

Tavares Assessor Office

Lake County Property Appraiser

Street:
320 West Main Street
City:
Tavares
County:
Lake
State:
FL
Zip Code:
32778
Phone:
352-253-2150
Fax:
352-253-2155
Hours:
Monday - Friday (8:30AM - 5PM)

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