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11812 Watts Ct, Tavares, FL 32778 — Sold $300,000 by Gary Bergenske
11812 Watts Ct, Tavares, FL 32778
Another pre-probate listing closed by Gary Bergenske in Lake County, FL. Good work.
11812 Watts Ct, Tavares, FL 32778
Final sold price
SOLD$300,000
What sold at 11812 Watts Ct, and for how much?
11812 Watts Ct, Tavares, FL 32778 sold for $300,000 on June 18, 2026. The listing was handled by Gary Bergenske of BEACON REAL ESTATE & ASSOC. The property is a residential, 3 bed, 2 bath, 2,317 sq ft, built in 1960. LeadCruncher tracks it as a pre-probate lead sourced from county death, estate and successor filings in Lake County.
Sale record at a glance
| Address | 11812 Watts Ct, Tavares, FL 32778 |
|---|---|
| Sold price | $300,000 |
| Sold date | |
| Property type | Residential |
| Beds / baths | 3 bed · 2 bath |
| Building area | 2,317 sq ft |
| Year built | 1960 |
| County | Lake County, FL |
| Listing agent | Gary Bergenske, BEACON REAL ESTATE & ASSOC |
| APN | 25-19-25-1100-000-03200 |
| MLS # | G5097737 |
What is a pre-probate lead?
A pre-probate lead is a property whose owner has recently passed away but whose estate has not yet been filed with the probate court. LeadCruncher identifies these homes in Lake County, Florida from county death and estate records, so agents can reach heirs before the property hits the MLS.
Recently Sold Pre-Probate Property: 11812 Watts Ct, Tavares FL 32778
Property profile
- Address
- 11812 Watts Ct
- City / state / ZIP
- Tavares, FL, 32778
- County
- Lake County
- Property type
- Residential
- Land use
- Single Family Residential
- Beds / baths
- 3 bed · 2 bath
- Year built
- 1960
- APN
- 25-19-25-1100-000-03200
Mailing address
11812 Watts Ct, Tavares, FL 32778
Ownership & pre-probate
- Successor owner
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- Current owner
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- Date of passing
- 05/10/2025
- Assessed value
- $175,450
- MLS #
- G5097737
Numbers from this sale
A few quick comparisons we run from the recorded numbers so you can see how this sale stacks up.
- Sold price per sq ft$129Calculated from a 2,317 sq ft building and $300,000 sold price.
- Sold vs. assessed value171%Sold price was 171% of the $175,450 county-assessed value.
- Days from passing to sale404Time elapsed from the recorded date of passing to the sale closing date.
- Building-to-lot ratio22%Building footprint covers about 22% of the 10,379 sq ft lot.
About this pre-probate sale
Pre-probate sales rarely move quickly, but Gary Bergenske of BEACON REAL ESTATE & ASSOC and BEACON REAL ESTATE & ASSOC got 11812 Watts Ct, Tavares FL 32778 in Tavares closed cleanly. BEACON REAL ESTATE & ASSOC stepped in as the buyer and the family walked away with the certainty they came in looking for. The home closed at $300,000. At LeadCruncher, we work with the agents who close these sales, and we want to help you find your next pre-probate lead.
- Gary Bergenske, BEACON REAL ESTATE & ASSOC
- BEACON REAL ESTATE & ASSOC
Frequently asked about this sale
How much did 11812 Watts Ct, Tavares, FL 32778 sell for?
11812 Watts Ct, Tavares, FL 32778 sold for $300,000 on 06/18/2026.
When did 11812 Watts Ct, Tavares, FL 32778 sell?
The transfer of 11812 Watts Ct, Tavares, FL 32778 was recorded on in Lake County, FL.
Who sold 11812 Watts Ct, Tavares, FL 32778?
11812 Watts Ct, Tavares, FL 32778 was listed by Gary Bergenske, BEACON REAL ESTATE & ASSOC.
Who represented the buyer of 11812 Watts Ct, Tavares, FL 32778?
The buyer of 11812 Watts Ct, Tavares, FL 32778 was represented by BEACON REAL ESTATE & ASSOC.
What kind of property is 11812 Watts Ct, Tavares, FL 32778?
11812 Watts Ct, Tavares, FL 32778 is recorded as Residential. Its land-use classification is Single Family Residential. The record lists 3 bed · 2 bath. It was built in 1960.
How can I find more pre-probate leads near Tavares?
LeadCruncher tracks pre-probate (also called inheritance or successor) leads across Lake County and nationwide. Each lead is identified from county death and estate records, giving you the chance to reach heirs before the property goes on the market. Use the Find Similar Leads button above to filter by FL and start with the freshest records.
What is a pre-probate lead?
A pre-probate lead is a property whose owner has recently passed away but whose estate has not yet been filed with the probate court. LeadCruncher identifies these homes in Lake County, Florida from county death and estate records, so agents can reach heirs before the property hits the MLS.
Public records and inheritance references
Want to verify this sale yourself? The Lake County, Florida recorder holds the original deed, and the references below explain the pre-probate process behind it. All of them apply in every state.
- Public Records Online Directory
County-by-county directory of recorder, assessor, and tax collector offices across all 50 states. Useful for pulling the original deed or recorded sale.
- How heirs inherit property — Cornell Law
Overview of probate and how heirs or beneficiaries gain the legal authority to sell inherited real estate — the process behind most pre-probate leads.
- Intestate succession explained — Cornell Law
What happens when an owner dies without a will and property passes to next of kin by law — the most common pre-probate scenario.
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