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Sold for $515,000
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    1561 N LAKE HOWARD DRIVE, WINTER HAVEN, FL 33881

    5beds
    3,708sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1920
    0.43 Acres Lot
    $495,000 Zestimate®
    $139/sqft
    $3,271 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $495,000

    $446,000 - $549,000

    $3,271/mo

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    What's special

    *Seller is motivated- Agents bring your buyers! Welcome to 1561 Lake Howard Dr, a piece of history nestled on an oversized corner lot with large fenced back yard in the heart of Winter Haven. The home sits along the picturesque Northern shores of Lake Howard, part of the "Chain of Lakes", and sought after community of Interlaken. The home offers an impressive 125 feet of LAKE FRONTAGE, ready for the addition of a custom boat dock to provide direct access for you to embrace the quintessential Winter Haven, Florida “Chain Life”. This 1920 home offers 5 bedrooms and 2 ½ bathrooms in the main house, with several “bonus” rooms that could easily be used as additional bedrooms or office spaces. The original southern pine and oak floors were refinished to their original beauty in 2023. Some of the additional updated features include NEW WINDOWS in 2017, NEW ROOF in 2018, interior and exterior paint 2018. All of the major components have been addressed, providing you the historic charm with newer modern conveniences. There is also a studio style guest room/apartment attached to the garage with a private bathroom and separate entrance with a screened in porch. The home is located within close proximity to top-rated schools, fine dining and shopping in the charming downtown Winter Haven, as well as recreational amenities that surround the area. Don’t miss your chance to own a piece of Winter Haven’s storied past- schedule your private showing today and start enjoying your very own front porch sunsets.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Suzie Rudd 863-287-7861,

    KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY SMART 1 863-508-3000

    Bought with:

    Suzie Rudd, 3305739

    KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY SMART 1

    Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: P4930252MLS LogoOriginating MLS: East Polk

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Rooms
    • Room types: Bonus Room, Den/Library/Office, Garage Apartment, Utility Room
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Built-in Closet
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 13x17
    Den
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 10x10
    Dining room
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 13x14
    Family room
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 21x10
    Kitchen
    • Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 13x12
    Living room
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 22x13
    Office
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 15x15
    Heating
    • Central, Electric, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
    • Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Closet
    Features
    • Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, High Ceilings, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s)
    • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood
    • Doors: French Doors
    • Windows: Double Pane Windows, ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows, Insulated Windows, Low Emissivity Windows
    • Basement: Exterior Entry
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    • Fireplace features: Family Room, Wood Burning
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 3,970
    • Total interior livable area: 3,708 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, On Street
    • Garage spaces: 2
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Rear Porch
    • Exterior features: Irrigation System, Lighting, Private Mailbox, Rain Gutters, Sidewalk
    • Fencing: Vinyl
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Water, Lake
    • Has water view: Yes
    • Water view: Water,Lake
    • Waterfront features: Lake - Chain of Lakes, Lake Privileges, Skiing Allowed
    • Body of water: LAKE HOWARD
    Lot
    • Size: 0.43 Acres
    • Dimensions: 125 x 130
    • Features: Corner Lot, Historic District, City Lot, Oversized Lot
    Details
    • Parcel number: 262819553673000290
    • Zoning: R-1A
    • Special conditions: None

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Stucco, Wood Frame
    • Foundation: Basement, Crawlspace
    • Roof: Shingle
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1920

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Canal/Lake For Irrigation, Public
    • Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Pet fee: $0 monthly
    • Subdivision: INTERLAKEN ADD
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Winter Haven

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $139/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $360,335
    • Annual tax amount: $2,761
    • Date on market: 5/3/2024
    • Cumulative days on market: 265 days
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
    • Total actual rent: 0
    • Electric utility on property: Yes
    • Road surface type: Asphalt

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    3/21/2025Sold$515,000-14%$139/sqft
    Source: Stellar MLS #P4930252 Report a problem
    2/7/2025Pending sale$599,000$162/sqft
    Source: Stellar MLS #P4930252 Report a problem
    11/24/2024Price change$599,000-7.4%$162/sqft
    Source: Stellar MLS #P4930252 Report a problem
    11/20/2024Price change$647,000-0.3%$174/sqft
    Source: Stellar MLS #P4930252 Report a problem
    11/3/2024Listed for sale$649,000$175/sqft
    Source: Stellar MLS #P4930252 Report a problem
    9/27/2024Listing removed$649,000$175/sqft
    Source: Stellar MLS #P4930252 Report a problem
    9/8/2024Listed for sale$649,000$175/sqft
    Source: Stellar MLS #P4930252 Report a problem
    8/16/2024Listing removed$649,000$175/sqft
    Source: Stellar MLS #P4930252 Report a problem
    8/11/2024Price change$649,000-4.1%$175/sqft
    Source: Stellar MLS #P4930252 Report a problem
    7/10/2024Price change$677,000-2.2%$183/sqft
    Source: Stellar MLS #P4930252 Report a problem
    5/3/2024Listed for sale$692,000+143.7%$187/sqft
    Source: Stellar MLS #P4930252 Report a problem
    10/2/2016Listing removed$284,000$77/sqft
    Source: LOCKHART & ASSOCIATES INC #P4710445 Report a problem
    7/11/2016Price change$284,000-0.4%$77/sqft
    Source: LOCKHART & ASSOCIATES INC #P4710445 Report a problem
    5/16/2016Listed for sale$285,000+176.7%$77/sqft
    Source: LOCKHART & ASSOCIATES INC #P4710445 Report a problem
    9/26/1995Sold$103,000$28/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$2,929 +3.2%$197,538 +2.9%
    2024$2,838 +2.8%$191,971 +3%
    2023$2,761 +2.9%$186,380 +3%
    2022$2,683 +0%$180,951 +3%
    2021$2,682 +1.2%$175,681 +1.4%
    2020$2,651 +0.9%$173,255 +2.3%
    2019$2,627 $169,360 +1.9%
    2018$2,627 +1.6%$166,202 +2.1%
    2017$2,587 +8.8%$162,784 +2.1%
    2016$2,377 -1.1%$159,436 +0.7%
    2015$2,404 +4.4%$158,328 +0.8%
    2014$2,303 -3.9%$157,071 +1.5%
    2013$2,397 -0.5%$154,750 -0.6%
    2012$2,410 +0.1%$155,623 +0.7%
    2011$2,407 +15%$154,473 +11.6%
    2010$2,092 +0.6%$138,372 +2.7%
    2009$2,080 +4.9%$134,734 +0.1%
    2008$1,984 $134,599
    2007-- --
    2006$2,475 --
    2005-- --
    2004$2,287 +2.4%--
    2003$2,233 +2.3%$117,933 +2.4%
    2002$2,183 +2.1%$115,169 +1.6%
    2001$2,139 $113,355
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 33881

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Inwood Elem
    • Middle: Westwood Middle
    • High: Winter Haven Senior

    Source: Stellar MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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