Maria Lara
REALTOR®
Nizz Realty Inc.

Phone
(352) 933-1182

Nizz Realty Inc.

Maria Lara, REALTOR®

Meet Maria Lara

​Finding the right place to call home is one of the most significant journeys in a person’s life. As a dedicated real estate professional rooted right here in Apopka, Florida,  I Maria Lara combine local market expertise, strategic insight, and genuine community commitment to deliver exceptional real estate experiences. For the past three years, I've been helping individuals, families, and investors navigate the dynamic Central Florida housing market with confidence and ease.
​Apopka isn’t just where I work—it is where I live, connect, and thrive.  Residing directly in the local community gives me a distinct advantage: a firsthand understanding of the unique charm, steady growth, and hidden gems that make Apopka the "Indoor Foliage Capital of the World" and one of the most desirable regions in the Sunshine State. From established neighborhoods to newly developed master-planned communities, I know the local streets, top-rated school zones, commute routes, and neighborhood amenities inside and out.

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​Throughout my three years in the real estate field, I have built a reputation centered on trust, transparency, and tailored client support. I understand that real estate is never a one-size-fits-all transaction. Whether guiding a first-time homebuyer through the intricate steps of securing a mortgage and finding an affordable starter home, helping a growing family upgrade to their dream sanctuary, or assisting a seller in strategically positioning their property to achieve top market value, I design a customized approach suited to each client’s specific goal.
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My approach to real estate hinges on clear communication and continuous client advocacy. Buying or selling property can often feel overwhelming, filled with complex contracts, negotiations, inspections, and closing timelines. I view my role as both a knowledgeable advisor and an unwavering partner, ensuring my clients remain informed, comfortable, and empowered at every stage of the process. My strong negotiation skills, analytical approach to local pricing trends, and proactive problem-solving consistently deliver seamless transactions and successful results.
​Beyond individual transactions, I am deeply invested in the long-term vitality of the Apopka community. I recognize that buying a home is an investment in both personal lifestyle and financial security. By keeping a constant pulse on Central Florida’s economic shifts, infrastructure expansions, and housing market trends, I provide my clients with actionable data and realistic insights, ensuring they make smart decisions that benefit their futures.
​When you work with me, you gain more than just a real estate agent; you partner with a passionate advocate who truly cares about your goals and knows your community. Whether you are ready to buy your first home, sell a current property for maximum return, or explore investment opportunities in Apopka and the surrounding Central Florida areas,  I Maria am ready to turn your real estate vision into reality.

 

Our Listings

9370 W Flagler St Unit #204B, Miami image
9370 W Flagler St Unit #204B, Miami — South Winds $249,500

Centrally located 2 bedroom 1 bath apartment on the second floor. Vacant Easy to view

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Baths
  • A12074771 MLS
  • South Winds Bldg.
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10061 E Hibiscus St, Palmetto Bay image
10061 E Hibiscus St, Palmetto Bay — Map Of Perrine $589,000

Great home with large lot centrally located. Home features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Easy to view.

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • A12073103 MLS
  • Map Of Perrine Bldg.
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645 Ne 77th St Unit #12, Miami — Belle Meade Place Condo $2,100

This is a hidden germ in the heart of one of the most sought after and up coming neighborhoods in Miami. Upgraded 1 Bedroom 1 Bath apartment on the canal. Beautifully res...

  • 1 Beds
  • 1 Baths
  • A12074501 MLS
  • Belle Meade Place Condo Bldg.
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20610 Ne 2nd Ct, Miami image
20610 Ne 2nd Ct, Miami — Las Ramblas $4,200

Beautiful townhouse in the gated community of Las Ramblas with 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms. View of the lake, community clubhouse, and pool are all close by. I-95 is nea...

  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • A12074291 MLS
  • Las Ramblas Bldg.
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806 Saint Andrews Rd Unit #13, Hollywood image
806 Saint Andrews Rd Unit #13, Hollywood — Townhouse Of Emerald Hill $589,000

Fabulous 2 story townhome in lovely Emerald Hills. This is a true 3 bedroom and 3 full bathrooms. 15' ceilings in living room with beams. Terrific outdoor areas with a co...

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • A12069135 MLS
  • Townhouse Of Emerald Hill Bldg.
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3470 E Coast Ave Unit #H0901, Miami image
3470 E Coast Ave Unit #H0901, Miami — Two Midtown Miami Condo $7,800

Welcome to stunning Unit 901 at 2Midtown, a rare, fully furnished residence featuring 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. This spacious home offers an open-concept layout with ...

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • A12064802 MLS
  • Two Midtown Miami Condo Bldg.
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15811 Collins Ave Unit #3107, Sunny Isles Beach image
15811 Collins Ave Unit #3107, Sunny Isles Beach — Tdr Tower Iii Condo $9,300

**** OCEAN VIEW 2 PARKINGS**** and Beach access for residents this luxurious fully decorated and furnished, featuring 2 assigned parkings in tandem, 1 self-parked and 1 v...

  • 2 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • A12064215 MLS
  • Tdr Tower Iii Condo Bldg.
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967 Ne 211th St, Miami image
967 Ne 211th St, Miami — Via Ventura Neighborhood $3,150

This charming 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom townhouse located in North Miami's Via Ventura neighborhood is the perfect place to call home. The first floor has beautiful ceramic...

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • A12064015 MLS
  • Via Ventura Neighborhood Bldg.
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3600 Nw 113th Ave, Sunrise image
3600 Nw 113th Ave, Sunrise — Sunrise Golf Vlg Sec 24 $495,000

No HOA. Quiet neighborhood. Cozy and charming home with a beautiful front garden and spacious backyard filled with fruit trees, BRAND NEW ROOF. A large porch perfect for ...

  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • A12063781 MLS
  • Sunrise Golf Vlg Sec 24 Bldg.
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1335 W 68th St Unit #204, Hialeah image
1335 W 68th St Unit #204, Hialeah — Kings Cove Condo $215,000

Contact Uri Redler 305-979-9963 for showings and questions. Bright Hialeah condo at King's Cove with elevator and staircase access, assigned parking, nearby storage, po...

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Baths
  • A12052918 MLS
  • Kings Cove Condo Bldg.
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1472 Nw 154th Ln, Pembroke Pines image
1472 Nw 154th Ln, Pembroke Pines — Towngate $3,395 ▼

Great townhome in the best area of Pembroke Pines. Easy to view 24/7. Upgraded kitchen with Quartz countertops. New laminate flooring on the second floor. Large main bedr...

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • A12062421 MLS
  • Towngate Bldg.
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900 16th St Unit #104, Miami Beach image
900 16th St Unit #104, Miami Beach — Esplanade Beach Condo $219,000 ▼

Contact Uri Redler 305-979-9963 for showings and questions. Rare Opportunity in Prime Miami Beach Location! Oversized Studio with Private Sleeping Alcove & Garden Vie...

  • 1 Baths
  • A12053629 MLS
  • Esplanade Beach Condo Bldg.
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Lauderhill image
Lauderhill — Courts Of Inverrary $335,000

Welcome to your peaceful waterfront oasis in Lauderhill! This spacious 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom townhouse offers the ideal blend of comfort, privacy, and serene lake views...

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • A12056895 MLS
  • Courts Of Inverrary Bldg.
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500 Bayview Dr Unit #2121, Sunny Isles Beach image
500 Bayview Dr Unit #2121, Sunny Isles Beach — Arlen House West Condo $530,000

Stunning corner unit featuring a wrap-around balcony with panoramic Intracoastal and city views. Building-completed balcony renovations and brand-new hurricane-impact win...

  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • A12060320 MLS
  • Arlen House West Condo Bldg.
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1404 E 26th Avenue, Tampa image
1404 E 26th Avenue, Tampa $336,000 ▼

Standing Strong Since 1905 | Beautifully Restored Historic Block Home with a New Roof This home has been standing proudly with it's thick wall and block construction f...

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • TB8530768 MLS
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215 Sw 42nd Ave Unit #710, Miami image
215 Sw 42nd Ave Unit #710, Miami — Lejeune Plaza Condo $2,900 ▼

This bright 2 bedroom, 2 two bath unit features extra high ceilings for an open, spacious feel, and a private balcony skyline view. Includes two assigned parking spaces, ...

  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • A12055130 MLS
  • Lejeune Plaza Condo Bldg.
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1735 Nw 1st Street, Ocala image
1735 Nw 1st Street, Ocala $55,000

Exceptional investment opportunity within the Ocala city limits! This permit-ready, oversized 160' x 100' (0.37± acre) vacant lot is zoned R-2, allowing for the construct...

  • OM728614 MLS
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6304 Wedgewood Terrace Unit B8, Tamarac image
6304 Wedgewood Terrace Unit B8, Tamarac — Wedgewood $350,000

Welcome to this charming villa at Wedgewood Condominium in Tamarac, offering an excellent waterfront location with thoughtful design. This 1,060 square-foot residence fea...

  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • B26050622 MLS
  • Wedgewood Bldg.
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6917 Collins Ave Unit #1512, Miami Beach image
6917 Collins Ave Unit #1512, Miami Beach — The Collins Condo $3,200

*** This is a SHORT TERM RENTAL *** min. of 30 days *** please inquire for pricing during the high and off season, availability, and additional details *** Prime loca...

  • 1 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • A12049395 MLS
  • The Collins Condo Bldg.
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9682 Fontainebleau Blvd Unit #203, Miami image
9682 Fontainebleau Blvd Unit #203, Miami — Golfview Club $295,000 ▼

Welcome to your newly remodeled oasis at Golfview Club! This stunning 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom garden apartment is located on the second floor, offering relaxing lake views ...

  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • A12046850 MLS
  • Golfview Club Bldg.
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689 Bethune Avenue, Winter Garden image
689 Bethune Avenue, Winter Garden $411,000 ▼

PHENOMENAL Double corner LOT NO HOA, newer updates INCLUDE: brand new AC, new roof, Re-Plumb, house/ Electrical Panel/rewired. Updated kitchen and bathrooms, Located off ...

  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • O6421715 MLS
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4255 Sw 123rd Ter, Davie image
4255 Sw 123rd Ter, Davie — Crescent Ridge $7,300 ▼

Welcome to this beautiful 2024 home in the gated community of Crescent Ridge. The home has 5 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, plus a Next Gen suite on the first floor that works ...

  • 5 Beds
  • 5 Baths
  • A12047616 MLS
  • Crescent Ridge Bldg.
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7400 Pinewalk Drive S, Margate image
7400 Pinewalk Drive S, Margate $400,000

Charming, FULLY RENOVATED 3-bed, 2-bath waterfront villa with a split floorplan that offers a peaceful retreat on a pond. NEW ROOF completed June 2026! BRAND NEW APPLIANC...

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • B26047811 MLS
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1435 Buckner Road, Valrico image
1435 Buckner Road, Valrico $499,999 ▼

Virtually Staged. Welcome to 1435 Buckner Road in Valrico, Florida! Recently added virtually staged photos!! Located in the heart of Bloomingdale with near by shopping, d...

  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • O6420280 MLS
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120 Ne 10th Ave Unit #3, Hallandale Beach image
120 Ne 10th Ave Unit #3, Hallandale Beach — Winnerinn Apartments Co-O $1,750 ▼

Beautiful, mint-condition 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom first-floor corner unit in Hallandale Beach, located east of US-1. This bright home features all-tile flooring, impact win...

  • 1 Beds
  • 1 Baths
  • A12044074 MLS
  • Winnerinn Apartments Co-O Bldg.
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410 SW Kentwood Road, Port St. Lucie image
410 SW Kentwood Road, Port St. Lucie $316,000

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  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • B26039193 MLS
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20975 Nw 1st Ct, Pembroke Pines image
20975 Nw 1st Ct, Pembroke Pines — Chape Grove $590,000

Welcome to this beautiful Townhouse located in the highly sought-after gated community of Chapel Grove. This modern townhouse offers 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms. The open-c...

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • A12028173 MLS
  • Chape Grove Bldg.
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1066 SE Saint Lucie Boulevard, Stuart image
1066 SE Saint Lucie Boulevard, Stuart — Bay St Lucie $8,500

None

  • 6 Beds
  • 5 Baths
  • B26026398 MLS
  • Bay St Lucie Bldg.
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455 NW 68th Avenue Unit 702, Plantation image
455 NW 68th Avenue Unit 702, Plantation $320,000

Don't miss this incredible opportunity to own a home in a highly desirable, dog-friendly community! The seller is motivated and willing to work with buyers to help make t...

  • 2 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • B26022725 MLS
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6461 Domenico Court, Groveland image
6461 Domenico Court, Groveland $360,000 ▼

Welcome to this beautiful better-than-new 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home, built in 2019, offering over 1,900 sqft. of stylish, move-in-ready living space with all the upgrade...

  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • OM723736 MLS
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1791 SW Porta Nuova Terrace, Port St. Lucie image
1791 SW Porta Nuova Terrace, Port St. Lucie $2,000

Welcome to 1791 SW Porta Nuova Terr, Port Saint Lucie - A Luxurious Townhouse in Portofino Court! Embrace elegance in this stunning townhouse available for a one-year lea...

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • B26020359 MLS
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1306 Nw 8th Street Unit 1 & 2, Ocala image
1306 Nw 8th Street Unit 1 & 2, Ocala $429,000 ▼

Brand-New Construction Duplex | Income-Producing Opportunity | 2026 Exceptional opportunity to own a newly built duplex in growing Ocala, Florida — perfect for investo...

  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • O6402175 MLS
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8249 Fairway Road, Sunrise image
8249 Fairway Road, Sunrise $2,200

None

  • 2 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • B26018443 MLS
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1066 SE St Lucie Boulevard, Stuart image
1066 SE St Lucie Boulevard, Stuart — Bay St Lucie $1,650,000 ▼

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  • 6 Beds
  • 5 Baths
  • B26018528 MLS
  • Bay St Lucie Bldg.
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11441 NW 29th Manor, Sunrise image
11441 NW 29th Manor, Sunrise $699,990 ▼

None

  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • B26017806 MLS
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1625 Pickerel Court, Poinciana image
1625 Pickerel Court, Poinciana $39,900

Build your dream home on this prime 0.20-acre residential lot located in the heart of Poinciana! Situated in an established neighborhood this level lot offers the perfect...

  • B26013871 MLS
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1414 SE 12th Street Unit 3c, Fort Lauderdale image
1414 SE 12th Street Unit 3c, Fort Lauderdale — Hemmingway Landing $1,499,000 ▼

Dock your boat just steps from your balcony in this move-in ready 3BR/3.5BA penthouse corner residence in Fort Lauderdale's premier boating community of Rio Vista Isles, ...

  • 3 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • B26001142 MLS
  • Hemmingway Landing Bldg.
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20408 Ne 34th Ct Unit #21, Aventura image
20408 Ne 34th Ct Unit #21, Aventura — Del Vista $739,000 ▼

DEL VISTA TOWNHOUSE: LARGEST TOWNHOUSE IN COMMUNITY 3 BEDROOMS TWO AND A HALF BATHROOMS WITH VIEW OF THE BEAUTIFUL TURNBERRY GOLF COURSE. COMMUNITY HAS HEATED POOLS, TE...

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • A11956468 MLS
  • Del Vista Bldg.
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1800 S Ocean Dr Unit #2909, Hallandale Beach image
1800 S Ocean Dr Unit #2909, Hallandale Beach — Beach Club $618,000 ▼

BEACH CLUB THREE UNIT 2909. ONE BEDROOM PLUS DEN WITH INCREDIBLE INTRACOASTAL VIEWS. UNIT IS FRESHLY PAINTED AND READY TO MOVE RIGHT IN OR RENT OUT IMMEDIATELY. PLEASE...

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Baths
  • A11886737 MLS
  • Beach Club Bldg.
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West Palm Beach image
West Palm Beach $300,000

Automotive Repair Shop For Sale – West Palm Beach, FL Turnkey opportunity to own a well-established full-service auto repair shop with over 15 years of successful ope...

  • A11883186 MLS
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Lauderdale Lakes image
Lauderdale Lakes $750,000

Automotive Parts Business – 19 Years Established Well-established automotive parts business with 19 years of operations. Strong local and international relationships i...

  • A11877258 MLS
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1020 Kentucky Avenue, Clewiston image
1020 Kentucky Avenue, Clewiston $29,000 ▼

Vacant Residential Lot. All information provided is believed accurate; however, all information provided is not guaranteed.

  • O6333870 MLS
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