GORGEOUS PROPERTY ON LAKE HOWARD! Don’t miss this incredible opportunity for lakefront living in this 2024 Custom Built 4 BD/2.5 BA home presenting wonderful details such as open staircase, coffered ceiling in dining room and in the stately kitchen. Arrive at this residence at the circular driveway and step to the delightful front porch, then enter through stylish double doors into the magnificent living room. This impressive room showcases a soaring vaulted ceiling, sculptural staircase with iron spindles and wood railing; and fireplace flanked with built-ins that include shelves for entertainment components. The spacious living room seamlessly connects to the open design of the dining room and kitchen adorned with crown molding and a magnificent, coffered ceiling. The kitchen is outfitted with an abundance of light cabinetry, farmhouse sink, tile backsplash, stone countertops and stainless-steel appliances including gas range with decorative backsplash and exhaust fan. The spacious first floor owners’ suite has French doors to the covered lanai, a fireplace, built-in shelving and space for seating. A luxury bathroom provides a clawfoot tub, walk-in shower of glass and tile, dual sink vanity and a makeup vanity. The owners’ 20’x8’ walk-in closet offers organizers and a laundry area allowing stackable washer/dryer…so convenient! The three additional bedrooms and bathroom are on the second level along with a centralized bonus area. Crown molding, coffered ceiling and chandeliers bring an elegant flair to the home, while blending well with the urban country style of several barn door closures and luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout that gives comfort and durability. The first floor laundry room has a farmhouse sink and tiled pet tub/shower. The back side of the home offers another fireplace on the screen lanai overlooking the deep lot to a canal; within the backyard is a 30’x22’ steel building with 100 amp electric service; an additional bonus to this home is the full house Generac generator. The home has spectacular views of Lake Howard, but head down to your own lakefront paradise for a great day on the Chain of Lakes to enjoy boating, skiing, or simply to relax, rejuvenate and fish! OR walk over to Lake Howard Nature Park to enjoy the pet and child-friendly walking and biking trail. Lake Howard is a 622-acre lake that is part of the Winter Haven Southern Chain of Lakes; connected to Lake Cannon and to Lake May. Centrally located between both Florida’s coasts with easy access to Tampa and Orlando airports. This property is a rare gem, make it your forever home, schedule your private tour today!
Sold for $715,000
$715,000
1516 S LAKE HOWARD DRIVE, WINTER HAVEN, FL 33880
4beds
2,885sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2024
0.4 Acres Lot
$711,300 Zestimate®
$248/sqft
$2,730 Estimated rent
Home value
$711,300
$654,000 - $775,000
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Lakefront paradiseLakefront livingFireplace flanked with built-insScreen lanaiAbundance of light cabinetryGas rangeOpen staircase
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Listed by:
Erin Floyd 863-412-2286,
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY 863-294-7541,
Amanda Plowden 863-224-7088,
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
Bought with:
Erin Floyd, 3212218
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
Amanda Plowden, 3427817
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: P4936883
Originating MLS: East Polk
Originating MLS: East Polk
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room, Great Room, Utility Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Built-In Shelving, En Suite Bathroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 288 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18x16
Bedroom 2
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Second
- Area: 238 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17x14
Bedroom 4
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: Second
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x12
Primary bathroom
- Features: Claw Foot Tub, Dual Sinks, Makeup/Vanity Space, Multiple Shower Heads, Stone Counters, Tub with Separate Shower Stall
- Level: First
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16x9
Bathroom 3
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Built-in Closet
- Level: Second
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15x12
Balcony porch lanai
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 345 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23x15
Den
- Features: No Closet
- Level: Second
- Area: 96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x8
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 117 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x9
Foyer
- Level: First
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15x8
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Exhaust Fan, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Stone Counters
- Level: First
- Area: 260 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20x13
Laundry
- Features: Tub With Shower
- Level: First
- Area: 105 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15x7
Library
- Level: First
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x10
Living room
- Features: Built-In Shelving, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 418 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22x19
Heating
- Central, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Tankless Water Heater, Wine Refrigerator
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Coffered Ceiling(s), Crown Molding, Eating Space In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl
- Doors: French Doors
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Living Room, Non Wood Burning, Outside, Master Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,361
- Total interior livable area: 2,885 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Boat, Circular Driveway, Driveway, Garage Faces Side, Oversized, Parking Pad
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: Garage Dimensions: 21x27
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Irrigation System, Lighting, Private Mailbox, Sidewalk, Storage
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, Canal, Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Canal,Lake
- Waterfront features: Canal - Freshwater, Lake Front, Lake - Chain of Lakes, Freshwater Canal Access, Lake Privileges, Skiing Allowed
- Body of water: LAKE HOWARD
Lot
- Size: 0.4 Acres
- Dimensions: 75 x 228
- Features: City Lot, Level, Near Marina, Sidewalk
- Residential vegetation: Mature Landscaping
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 262830634500000020
- Zoning: R-1A
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Custom
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Stucco, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2024
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Electricity Available, Propane, Public, Sewer Connected, Street Lights, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
- Subdivision: WEIS SUB
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Winter Haven
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $248/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $698,996
- Annual tax amount: $12,468
- Date on market: 11/3/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 21 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 0
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/13/2026 | Sold | $715,000$248/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/12/2026 | Sold | $715,000-4.7%$248/sqft |
Source:  Stellar MLS #P4936883 Report a problem | ||
| 11/25/2025 | Pending sale | $750,000$260/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #P4936883 Report a problem | ||
| 11/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $750,000+400%$260/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #P4936883 Report a problem | ||
| 4/25/2022 | Sold | $150,000-16.6%$52/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/5/2016 | Listing removed | $179,900$62/sqft |
Source: LOCKHART & ASSOCIATES INC #P4707758 Report a problem | ||
| 11/5/2015 | Listed for sale | $179,900+105.6%$62/sqft |
Source: LOCKHART & ASSOCIATES INC #P4707758 Report a problem | ||
| 11/24/1993 | Sold | $87,500$30/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,468 +918.8% | $698,996 +988.6% |
| 2024 | $1,224 +26.6% | $64,208 +27.9% |
| 2023 | $967 +18.9% | $50,220 +20% |
| 2022 | $813 +5.7% | $41,850 +9.8% |
| 2021 | $770 -74.2% | $38,130 -74.1% |
| 2020 | $2,987 +2.3% | $147,124 +4.5% |
| 2019 | $2,920 | $140,840 +33.9% |
| 2018 | $2,920 +122.9% | $105,168 +2.1% |
| 2017 | $1,310 +9.5% | $103,005 +2.1% |
| 2016 | $1,196 -1.1% | $100,886 +0.7% |
| 2015 | $1,210 +4.7% | $100,185 +0.8% |
| 2014 | $1,156 -3.6% | $99,390 +1.5% |
| 2013 | $1,199 -32.3% | $97,921 +16.3% |
| 2012 | $1,772 -6.4% | $84,215 -5.7% |
| 2011 | $1,894 -4% | $89,329 -2.8% |
| 2010 | $1,972 -29.9% | $91,861 -27.1% |
| 2009 | $2,812 -16.3% | $126,035 -20.5% |
| 2008 | $3,361 | $158,595 |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
| 2006 | $3,330 | -- |
| 2005 | -- | -- |
| 2004 | $2,253 +72.7% | -- |
| 2003 | $1,305 +2.8% | $79,305 +2.4% |
| 2002 | $1,270 +2.4% | $77,446 +1.6% |
| 2001 | $1,240 | $76,226 |
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Neighborhood: 33880
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