Downtown Tavares Commercial Development Site

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
• 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

Description:

The Downtown Tavares Commercial Development Site presents a rare 7-parcel assemblage totaling ± 2.20 acres in the heart of Lake County’s government and business hub. The property is zoned CD (Commercial Downtown), providing unmatched flexibility for multifamily, mixed-use, or commercial development. With allowable residential density of up to 40 dwelling units per acre (±88 units) and a non-residential FAR of 3.0, the site supports a variety of high-impact uses including townhomes, multifamily residences, professional offices, retail, hospitality, and food & beverage concepts.

The site is fully utility-ready with pre-existing water and sewer connections, electric service at the property line, and offsite stormwater retention through the City of Tavares. Development potential is further enhanced by generous building parameters, including maximum structure height of 84 feet and minimal setbacks, allowing for an efficient, urban-scale design. This rare downtown redevelopment opportunity combines scale, utility access, and zoning flexibility—ideal for an investor or developer seeking to capitalize on Central Florida’s expanding growth corridor.

Located at 819 W Main Street, the property sits within Tavares’ vibrant downtown district, the county seat of Lake County. With direct frontage on Main Street and proximity to U.S. Highway 19, the site benefits from excellent visibility and accessibility, with a traffic count of approximately 36,000 vehicles per day.

Tavares is known as “America’s Seaplane City” and serves as a hub for government, healthcare, and lifestyle amenities. The property is surrounded by established civic and cultural anchors, restaurants, retail, and entertainment venues. Demographics within a 5-mile radius reflect a population base of nearly 60,000 residents with average household incomes above $75,000, underscoring strong demand for new residential and commercial offerings.

Positioned within 40 minutes of downtown Orlando and the region’s international airports, the site offers an ideal balance of small-town charm with immediate access to one of the nation’s fastest-growing metro areas.

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