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    • $360,000

    1212 CANDLEWOOD DRIVE, LAKELAND, FL 33813

    4beds
    2,900sqft
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    $2,359/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1980
    0.42 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $124/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Pool home
    Under contract-accepting backup offers. Short Sale. SHORT SALE. Under contract-accepting backup offers. Buyers must conduct their own inspection to estimate the cost of repairs to correct deferred maintenance and bring the property up to market value. Current Buyer’s estimate done by a licensed Contractor and Architect is $320,000, plus expense for mold remediation if required hence priced accordingly. Short Sale opportunities have distinct Buyer responsibilities. Please pay close attention. Buyers and Buyer’s agents verify schools, room sizes, Leasing Restrictions, Community Memberships, Pets and HOA restrictions along with Community Memberships. All information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Buyer is responsible for removing any items left on the property after closing. Note 24 hour Notice needed before booking a showing. This property while a short sale presents a special opportunity. The home is in the highly sought-out Lake Point South! Located in the heart of South Lakeland, this 4-bedroom, 2-bath, pool home provides easy access to everything the area has to offer! This home, built in 1980 boasts character, with some of the original touches left intact with formal living and dining rooms. Truly a great opportunity to live in one of the most coveted neighborhoods in Lakeland! If you call the listing Brokerage direct, please be prepared to discuss method of purchase with cash or mortgage and amount of down payment. The Security system will not convey with the sale of the house. Because it is a Short-Sale - REALTOR ETHICS demands the following be included. Year built 1980, deferred maintenance demands house inspection by a professional, general contractor always preferred; Current retail value if in good condition $612,000 minus estimated repairs of $320,000.
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    Listed by:

    Bart Huitema 941-321-0584,

    NATIONAL JUBILEE REAL ESTATE 941-321-0584

    Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: A4652657MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Rooms
      • Room types: Dining Room, Utility Room
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
      • Level: First
      • Area: 216 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 12x18
      Bedroom 2
      • Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 132 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 12x11
      Bedroom 3
      • Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 168 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 12x14
      Bedroom 4
      • Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 168 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 12x14
      Kitchen
      • Features: No Closet
      • Level: First
      • Area: 132 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 12x11
      Living room
      • Features: No Closet
      • Level: First
      • Area: 238 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 14x17
      Heating
      • Central, Electric
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
      • Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup
      Features
      • High Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s)
      • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      • Fireplace features: Wood Burning
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 4,371
      • Total interior livable area: 2,900 sqft
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Driveway, Garage Door Opener
      • Attached garage spaces: 2
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Patio & porch: Porch
      • Exterior features: Other
      • Has private pool: Yes
      • Pool features: Gunite
      Lot
      • Size: 0.42 Acres
      • Features: Landscaped
      • Residential vegetation: Mature Landscaping
      Details
      • Parcel number: 24 29 18 285750 000610
      • Zoning: X
      • Special conditions: Short Sale

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Traditional
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Block, Stucco
      • Foundation: Block
      • Roof: Shingle
      Condition
      • Completed
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1980

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Septic Tank
      • Water: None
      • Utilities for property: Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Public, Water Connected

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Pet fee: $0 monthly
      • Subdivision: LAKE POINT SOUTH PB 68 PGS 1 & 2 LOT 61
      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • HOA name: LAKE POINT SOUTH ASSOCIATION
      Location
      • Region: Lakeland

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $124/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $509,888
      • Annual tax amount: $3,834
      • Date on market: 5/18/2025
      • Cumulative days on market: 231 days
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
      • Ownership: Fee Simple
      • Total actual rent: 0
      • Electric utility on property: Yes
      • Road surface type: Paved

        Foreclosure details

        Estimated market value

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        Estimated sales range

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/11/2026Listed for sale$360,000$124/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #A4652657 Report a problem
        7/8/2026Contingent$360,000$124/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #A4652657 Report a problem
        5/14/2026Pending sale$360,000$124/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #A4652657 Report a problem
        4/14/2026Listed for sale$360,000$124/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #A4652657 Report a problem
        4/9/2026Pending sale$360,000$124/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #A4652657 Report a problem
        4/2/2026Price change$360,000-16.1%$124/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #A4652657 Report a problem
        3/11/2026Price change$429,000-8.5%$148/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #A4652657 Report a problem
        2/18/2026Listed for sale$469,000$162/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #A4652657 Report a problem
        10/6/2025Pending sale$469,000$162/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #A4652657 Report a problem
        7/30/2025Price change$469,000-4.1%$162/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #A4652657 Report a problem
        6/11/2025Price change$489,000-10.9%$169/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #A4652657 Report a problem
        5/18/2025Price change$549,000+10880%$189/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #A4652657 Report a problem
        5/11/2025Listed for sale$5,000-97.5%$2/sqft
        Source: GAMLS #10519904 Report a problem
        8/18/1998Sold$197,200$68/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$3,238 +3.1%$295,606 +2.9%
        2024$3,139 +2.2%$287,275 +3%
        2023$3,073 +0.3%$278,908 +3%
        2022$3,064 -0.8%$270,784 +3%
        2021$3,088 +0.7%$262,897 +1.4%
        2020$3,066 -0.5%$259,267 +2.3%
        2019$3,081 -13.4%$253,438 +1.9%
        2018$3,558 +1.6%$248,712 +2.1%
        2017$3,501 +18.4%$243,596 +2.1%
        2016$2,958 -1.8%$238,586 +0.7%
        2015$3,011 -7.1%$236,928 +0.8%
        2014$3,243 +7.8%$235,048 +1.5%
        2013$3,008 +1.1%$231,574 +0.1%
        2012$2,977 +2.3%$231,315 +3%
        2011$2,909 -2.9%$224,578 -0.7%
        2010$2,995 -2.3%$226,204 +2.7%
        2009$3,067 +7%$220,257 +0.1%
        2008$2,867 $220,037
        2007-- --
        2006$3,239 --
        2005-- --
        2004-- --
        2003$2,796 +0.3%$192,791 +2.4%
        2002$2,786 +1.8%$188,272 +1.6%
        2001$2,736 $185,307
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        Neighborhood: Lakeland Highlands

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