1021 HILLTOP ROAD
TAVARES, FL 32778
About this home
Welcome to waterfront living at 1021 Hilltop Road in Tavares! Located in an established 55+ community, this well-maintained 2-bedroom, 2-bath home offers approximately 65 feet of canal frontage and direct access to the water, making it an ideal choice for boating enthusiasts or anyone looking to enjoy the relaxed Central Florida waterfront lifestyle. Space is certainly not lacking here. The home features generously sized rooms throughout, including an impressive 26' x 24' living room, a spacious 19' x 15' primary bedroom, and a 17' x 20' Florida room offering plenty of room for entertaining, relaxing or enjoying the waterfront setting. An additional TV room/office provides flexible space for working from home, hobbies, reading or accommodating guests. A distinctive metal interior adds character and low-maintenance appeal, while the standing-seam metal roof offers durability and long-term peace of mind. The spacious floor plan provides the kind of room sizes that can be difficult to find in today's newer homes. Step outside and enjoy your own waterfront setting complete with a covered boat dock and boat lift, allowing you to keep your boat protected and ready for your next day on the water. Approximately 65 feet of canal frontage provides a peaceful backdrop for morning coffee, evening relaxation, fishing or simply enjoying life along the water. Located in an established 55+ HOA community in Tavares, this property combines spacious living, waterfront enjoyment and boating convenience in one inviting package. Whether you're searching for a full-time residence or seasonal Florida getaway, 1021 Hilltop Road offers plenty of room to spread out and enjoy the Florida waterfront lifestyle.
Facts & features
Interior
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Living area
- 2,528 sqft
- Heating
- Electric
- Cooling
- Central Air, Mini-Split Unit(s)
- Flooring
- Carpet, Laminate, Vinyl
- Stories
- 1
- Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), L Dining
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Exterior & lot
- Lot size
- 6,500 sqft (0.14 ac)
- Waterfront
- Yes
- Roof
- Metal
- Construction
- Metal Siding
- Exterior
- Awning(s), Private Yard
Parking
- Carport
- 2 spaces
Financial
- HOA dues
- $50 / monthly
- Annual tax
- $988 (2026)
- Price / sqft
- $146/sqft
Utilities
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Utilities
- Cable Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Property
- Property type
- Single Family
- Year built
- 1983
- Subdivision
- IMPERIAL TERRACE
- County
- Lake
Assigned schools
- Elementary
- Tavares Elem
- Middle
- Tavares Middle
- High
- Tavares High
Listing
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- Today
- MLS #
- MFR802759418
- Source
- Stellar MLS
Listed by James Williams · REAL BROKER, LLC
Listing data provided by Stellar MLS. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Sample estimate — not an appraisal
Based on 22 comparable sales within 1 mile of TAVARES, FL, this home is priced over RENA ValiQ.
Reference only. Estimates blend public sale comps, neighbourhood trend and the listing’s own metrics. Final price moves on diligence, terms and timing — RENA is your second read, not your agent.
Estimate your monthly cost
PITI + HOA- Principal & interest
- $1,969/mo
- Property tax
- $92/mo
- Home insurance
- $200/mo
- HOA dues
- $50/mo
Tax, insurance and HOA are editable estimates with Florida-typical defaults — Florida homeowners insurance in particular varies widely by location and elevation. Confirm exact figures with a lender and insurer.
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Price history
From the property’s MLS record.
| Date | Event | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 13, 2026 | Listed | $369,900 | — |
NeighbourhoodSample data
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Location
Frequently asked questions
What would 1021 HILLTOP ROAD, TAVARES cost per month?
About $2,188 a month: $1,870 principal and interest, $82 property tax, $185 insurance, $50 HOA. That assumes 20% down at 6.5% over 30 years.
Is 1021 HILLTOP ROAD, TAVARES priced fairly?
Comparable sales nearby put it between $392,624 and $451,728, with $422,176 in the middle. That is from 8 properties of the same type and size within three miles, at a median of $167 a square foot.
How does 1021 HILLTOP ROAD, TAVARES compare to nearby homes?
8 comparable properties within three miles. The nearest: 1015 SOUTHLAND DRIVE, TAVARES, FL at $350,000, 1,600 sq ft, 0.09 miles away; 931 VINDALE ROAD, TAVARES, FL at $300,000, 1,595 sq ft, 0.16 miles away; 1128 FOREST LANE, TAVARES, FL at $204,900, 1,720 sq ft, 0.2 miles away.
How long has 1021 HILLTOP ROAD, TAVARES been on the market?
It came on the market today.
Has the price of 1021 HILLTOP ROAD, TAVARES changed?
The price has not moved since it was listed.
How big is 1021 HILLTOP ROAD, TAVARES?
2 bed, 2 bath, 2,528 square feet. That is $146 a square foot.
What year was 1021 HILLTOP ROAD, TAVARES built?
Built in 1983.
What is the HOA fee at 1021 HILLTOP ROAD, TAVARES?
The association fee works out to $50 a month.
What are the property taxes at 1021 HILLTOP ROAD, TAVARES?
Property tax works out to about $82 a month, $988 a year.
Is 1021 HILLTOP ROAD, TAVARES still available?
It is still on the market.
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