Short Sale. This charming home is a diamond in the rough, waiting for the right owner to unlock its full potential. Located in a sought-after neighborhood of picturesque red brick homes, this property offers a unique opportunity for those with vision and ambition. This home is being sold as a short sale, making it an ideal project for those looking to invest in a renovation loan and transform it into one of the best investments on the street. Surrounded by beautiful homes with strong property values, this two-level home boasts 5 bedrooms (with potential for a 6th), three bathrooms, and 2579 square feet of living space. Inside, you'll find real hardwood floors, double-paned windows, a cozy wood-burning fireplace, and a double car garage, all situated on a spacious 0.32-acre lot. With a little TLC and creativity, this property has the potential to become a stunning showcase home that stands out in the neighborhood. Don't miss this opportunity to own a piece of Winter Haven's red brick charm and create the home of your dreams. Schedule a showing today and start envisioning the possibilities that await.
For sale
Price cut: $75K (5/12)
$325,000
129 Lake Otis Rd SE, Winter Haven, FL 33884
5beds
2,579sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1966
0.32 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$126/sqft
$100/mo HOA
What's special
Double car garageThree bathroomsDouble-paned windowsCozy wood-burning fireplaceReal hardwood floorsPicturesque red brick homes
- 170 days |
- 725 |
- 45 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kelley Blackburn 813-478-0023,
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY 863-687-2233
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: L4958266
Originating MLS: Lakeland

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Family Room, Dining Room, Living Room, Utility Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), En Suite Bathroom, Built-in Closet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 275 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25x11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Built-in Closet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Built-in Closet
- Level: Second
- Area: 198 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18x11
Bedroom 4
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Built-in Closet
- Level: Second
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x13
Bedroom 5
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), No Closet
- Level: Second
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x11
Dining room
- Level: Upper
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x11
Family room
- Level: Second
- Area: 338 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 26x13
Kitchen
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15x10
Living room
- Level: Upper
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18x13
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Eating Space In Kitchen, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom
- Flooring: Carpet, Parquet, Tile, Hardwood
- Windows: Blinds, Skylight(s)
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,076
- Total interior livable area: 2,579 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Boat, Driveway, Parking Pad
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: Garage Dimensions: 23x21
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch
- Exterior features: Irrigation System
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.32 Acres
- Dimensions: 100 x 140
- Features: In County, Oversized Lot
- Residential vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Trees/Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s), Storage
- Parcel number: 262827000000042300
- Zoning: R-1
- Special conditions: Short Sale
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Brick, Wood Frame, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1966
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Public, Street Lights, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Deed Restrictions
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
- Subdivision: LAKEWOOD
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Common Area Taxes
- HOA fee: $100 monthly
- HOA name: Lakewood Community Association-Michael Cassidy
- HOA phone: 863-293-7400
Location
- Region: Winter Haven
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $126/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $305,751
- Annual tax amount: $739
- Date on market: 1/7/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 168 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
- 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
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/12/2026 | Price change | $325,000-18.8%$126/sqft |
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| 1/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $400,000+8.1%$155/sqft |
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| 11/22/2022 | Sold | $370,000+4.2%$143/sqft |
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| 10/16/2022 | Pending sale | $355,000$138/sqft |
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| 9/22/2022 | Price change | $355,000-1.1%$138/sqft |
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| 9/12/2022 | Pending sale | $359,000$139/sqft |
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| 9/2/2022 | Price change | $359,000-4.3%$139/sqft |
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| 8/16/2022 | Listed for sale | $375,000-3.8%$145/sqft |
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| 8/10/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 7/23/2022 | Price change | $390,000-3.7%$151/sqft |
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| 6/29/2022 | Price change | $405,000+1.3%$157/sqft |
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| 6/23/2022 | Listed for sale | $400,000$155/sqft |
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| 6/8/2022 | Pending sale | $400,000$155/sqft |
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| 5/25/2022 | Listed for sale | $400,000$155/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $305,751 -1.5% |
| 2024 | -- | $310,452 +0.8% |
| 2023 | $3,547 +141.2% | $307,964 +108.4% |
| 2022 | $1,470 -0.6% | $147,804 +3% |
| 2021 | $1,479 +1% | $143,499 +1.4% |
| 2020 | $1,465 +0.3% | $141,518 +2.3% |
| 2019 | $1,461 -21.6% | $138,336 +1.9% |
| 2018 | $1,864 +2.3% | $135,757 +2.1% |
| 2017 | $1,822 +30.7% | $132,965 +2.1% |
| 2016 | $1,394 -9% | $130,230 -4.7% |
| 2015 | $1,532 -13.4% | $136,628 +0.8% |
| 2014 | $1,768 +15.8% | $135,544 +1.5% |
| 2013 | $1,527 -9.9% | $133,541 -7.8% |
| 2012 | $1,694 +0.3% | $144,878 +1.1% |
| 2011 | $1,689 +0.4% | $143,291 +1.5% |
| 2010 | $1,682 -1.1% | $141,173 +2.7% |
| 2009 | $1,700 +6.8% | $137,462 +0.1% |
| 2008 | $1,591 | $137,325 |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
| 2006 | $1,891 | -- |
| 2005 | -- | -- |
| 2004 | $1,663 +2.4% | -- |
| 2003 | $1,624 +0.6% | $120,320 +2.4% |
| 2002 | $1,615 +2% | $117,500 +1.6% |
| 2001 | $1,583 | $115,650 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Cypress Gardens
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Elbert Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 3/10Denison Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 3/10Winter Haven Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
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- Florida
- Polk County
- Winter Haven
- 33884
- Cypress Gardens
- 129 Lake Otis Rd SE





