Downtown Tavares Commercial Development Site

819 W Main St, Deer Island Florida, 32778

Listing ID: CL-Florida-28451 Commercial Commercial Land
Published on: Wednesday, September 9, 2026 | Updated on: Wednesday, September 9, 2026

Listing Summary

±2.20 AC prime commercial development site in Downtown Tavares, FL for sale at $2.42M ($25/SF). Zoned CD with utilities, offsite retention, and 88-unit density.

Full Description

819 W Main Street: Prime ±2.20 Acre Downtown Tavares Commercial Development Site

Offering an irreplaceable development footprint in the heart of Lake County’s government and business hub, the Downtown Tavares Commercial Development Site represents a rare 7-parcel assemblage totaling ±2.20 acres. Zoned CD (Commercial Downtown) and supported by pre-existing infrastructure and offsite stormwater retention, this site presents a turnkey foundation for investors and developers seeking high-density residential, mixed-use, retail, office, or hospitality projects.

Key Investment Highlights

  • Strategic 7-Parcel Assemblage: Spans ±2.20 contiguous acres directly on W Main Street, providing the critical scale needed for urban-style redevelopment in Downtown Tavares.

  • Highly Flexible CD (Commercial Downtown) Zoning: Permits a versatile array of uses, including multifamily, townhomes, boutique hospitality, medical or professional offices, retail, and food & beverage concepts.

  • Exceptional Residential & Commercial Density: Supports residential density up to 40 dwelling units per acre (allowing for ±88 units) and a non-residential Floor Area Ratio (FAR) of 3.0.

  • Fully Infrastructure-Ready: Utility-ready site featuring pre-existing water and sewer connections, power at the property line, and City of Tavares offsite stormwater retention that maximizes buildable land area.

  • Generous Development Parameters: Advantageous zoning framework includes an 84-foot maximum structure height allowance and minimal setback requirements (0-foot front, 10-foot rear), enabling efficient, high-impact site layouts.

  • High-Visibility & High-Traffic Corridor: Enjoys direct frontage on Main Street with immediate access to U.S. Highway 19, capturing a robust traffic volume of approximately 36,000 vehicles per day.

Executive Summary & Site Overview

Located at 819 W Main Street in Tavares, Florida, this premier commercial land offering positions developers at the focal point of Lake County’s administrative, judicial, and cultural district. Widely recognized as "America’s Seaplane City," Tavares blends scenic waterfront entertainment with a solid civic base.

The site benefits from strong regional demographics, with a 5-mile population base approaching 60,000 residents and average household incomes exceeding $75,000. Situated just 40 minutes from Downtown Orlando and major regional airports, this site combines small-town charm with immediate connectivity to one of Central Florida's fastest-growing growth corridors.

Property Specifications

  • Property Address: 819 W Main Street, Tavares, FL 32778

  • Offering Price: $2,420,000 ($25.00 / SF | $1,100,000 / Acre)

  • Property Type: Commercial Land / Hospitality / Multifamily Development

  • Total Land Area: ±2.20 Acres (95,832 SF) across 7 Contiguous Parcels

  • Assessor Parcel Numbers (APNs): 29-19-26-0100-070-00A01, 29-19-26-0100-070-00C00, 29-19-26-0100-070-00H00, 29-19-26-0100-070-00L00, 29-19-26-0100-070-00M00, 29-19-26-0100-070-00E00, 29-19-26-0100-070-00A00

  • Zoning: CD – Commercial Downtown District (City of Tavares)

  • Allowable Density: Up to 40 DU/AC (Residential) | 3.0 FAR (Commercial)

  • Height Limit & Setbacks: Max Height: 84 FT | Setbacks: 0 FT Front, 10 FT Rear

  • Utilities & Site Prep: Water, Sewer, Electric on site; Offsite Stormwater Retention

Quick Glance

  • Listing ID: CL-Florida-28451
  • Status: Active
  • Year Build: N/A
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  • Lot Size: N/A

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Lending Opportunities

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Company Name Lender Type Contact Name Contact Number Actions
Easy Home Loans, LLC Mortgage Broker Ana M Gonzalez (786) 525-7126
Universe Financial Corp Mortgage Broker Melody Bejerano (305) 505-3053

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Bay Title Company Title Services Alana Supraski (305) 692-8886

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Pricing Details

Additional Features

Highlights
  • 7-Parcel Assemblage totaling ±2.20 AC
  • Zoning: CD – Commercial Downtown (flexible for multifamily, retail, office, or mixed-use)
  • Residential Density: Up to 40 DU/AC (±88 units)
  • Non-Residential Density: 3.0 FAR
Utilities
  • Pre-existing water & sewer, electric connections at site, offsite stormwater retention
Features
  • Building Parameters: Up to 84’ max height, minimal setbacks (0 ft. front, 10 ft. rear)
  • Traffic Counts: ±36,000 VPD (Main Street & Hwy 19)
  • Location: Downtown Tavares, Lake County seat – strong civic, retail, and lifestyle amenities nearby
  • Access: 40 minutes to Downtown Orlando and major international airports

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