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Sold for $550,000
  • $550,000

    247 1ST AVENUE S, LAKE WALES, FL 33859

    3beds
    2,769sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1976
    0.51 Acres Lot
    $566,700 Zestimate®
    $199/sqft
    $2,798 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $566,700

    $516,000 - $623,000

    $2,798/mo

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    What's special

    THIS IS YOUR OPPORTUNITY TO LIVE ON BEAUTIFUL CROOKED LAKE IN A SPACIOUS 3 BEDROOM, 2 1/2 BATH NICELY UPDATED CB HOME WITH OVER 2700 SQ FEET OF LIVING AREA, WHICH INCLUDES A FORMAL DINING ROOM, LIVING ROOM WITH FRENCH DOORS OPENING ONTO THE OUTSIDE, FAMILY ROOM WITH FIREPLACE, A NICE BRIGHT KITCHEN, INSIDE UTILITY, AND AN OFFICE OR CRAFT ROOM PLUS A FABULOUS OUTSIDE LIVING AREA WITH KITCHEN, SWIMMING POOL AND GREAT PATIO AREA ALL OVERLOOKING THE LAKE AND CANAL WITH A DOCK FOR FISHING!!! ALL FENCED IN WITH A FIREPIT AREA FOR RELAXING, LOTS OF FLOWERING ARBORS, DOUBLE GARAGE WITH A NICE SIZE WORKSHOP. SITTING ON A 1/2 ACRE LOT. THERE IS PLENTY OF ROOM FOR YOUR TOYS!! DON'T DELAY CALL TODAY!! NO HOA FEES !!

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    Listed by:

    Heidi Gravel 863-676-8058,

    WESTLAKE REAL ESTATE CO., INC. 863-676-8058

    Bought with:

    James Ray, 3450446

    MADISON ALLIED LLC

    Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: K4902479MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Lake Wales

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Rooms
    • Room types: Den/Library/Office, Family Room, Utility Room
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Tub with Separate Shower Stall, Walk-In Closet(s)
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 15x13
    Bedroom 2
    • Features: Built-in Closet
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 12x12
    Bedroom 3
    • Features: Built-in Closet
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 12x11
    Balcony porch lanai
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 12x38
    Dining room
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 14x12
    Family room
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 21x15
    Foyer
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 10x7
    Kitchen
    • Features: Breakfast Bar
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 14x13
    Living room
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 21x17
    Office
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 13x11
    Utility room
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 12x6
    Workshop
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 20x13
    Heating
    • Central, Electric
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Wall/Window Unit(s)
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator
    • Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
    Features
    • Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Walk-In Closet(s)
    • Flooring: Ceramic Tile
    • Doors: French Doors, Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Kitchen
    • Windows: Blinds, Hurricane Shutters
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    • Fireplace features: Family Room, Wood Burning
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 4,038
    • Total interior livable area: 2,769 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Workshop in Garage
    • Attached garage spaces: 2
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    • Details: Garage Dimensions: 22X24
    Features
    • Levels: One
    • Stories: 1
    • Patio & porch: Patio, Rear Porch, Screened
    • Exterior features: Irrigation System, Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Kitchen, Rain Gutters, Storage
    • Has private pool: Yes
    • Pool features: Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Screen Enclosure, Solar Heat
    • Fencing: Chain Link,Fenced
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Water, Canal, Lake
    • Has water view: Yes
    • Water view: Water,Canal,Lake
    • Waterfront features: Canal - Freshwater, Freshwater Canal Access, Lake Privileges
    • Body of water: CROOKED LAKE
    Lot
    • Size: 0.51 Acres
    • Features: In County, Oversized Lot, Street Dead-End
    • Residential vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Trees/Landscaped
    Details
    • Parcel number: 273035927400001250
    • Zoning: RES
    • Special conditions: None

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Florida,Ranch
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Block, Stucco
    • Foundation: Slab
    • Roof: Tile
    Condition
    • Completed
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1976

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Septic Tank
    • Water: Canal/Lake For Irrigation, Public
    • Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Fire Hydrant, Public, Water Connected

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Pet fee: $0 monthly
    • Subdivision: CROOKED LAKE PARK
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Lake Wales

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $199/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $418,268
    • Annual tax amount: $2,444
    • Date on market: 3/28/2024
    • Cumulative days on market: 109 days
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
    • Total actual rent: 0
    • Electric utility on property: Yes
    • Road surface type: Paved, Asphalt

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    8/15/2024Sold$550,000-8.2%$199/sqft
    Source: Stellar MLS #K4902479 Report a problem
    7/26/2024Pending sale$599,000$216/sqft
    Source: Stellar MLS #K4902479 Report a problem
    7/3/2024Price change$599,000-14.3%$216/sqft
    Source: Stellar MLS #K4902479 Report a problem
    5/7/2024Price change$699,000-6.2%$252/sqft
    Source: Stellar MLS #K4902479 Report a problem
    4/4/2024Listed for sale$745,000+29.6%$269/sqft
    Source: Stellar MLS #K4902479 Report a problem
    5/10/2021Listing removed--
    Source: Stellar MLS #K4900850 Report a problem
    11/11/2020Price change$574,900-3.4%$208/sqft
    Source: WESTLAKE REAL ESTATE CO., INC. #K4900850 Report a problem
    4/21/2020Listed for sale$595,000$215/sqft
    Source: WESTLAKE REAL ESTATE CO., INC. #K4900850 Report a problem
    3/16/2018Listing removed$595,000$215/sqft
    Source: KEYSTONE REALTY #K4701785 Report a problem
    8/12/2017Listed for sale$595,000+296.7%$215/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    11/7/2002Sold$150,000$54/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$5,408 +172.1%$418,268 +110.9%
    2024$1,988 +2.5%$198,341 +3%
    2023$1,940 -0.6%$192,564 +3%
    2022$1,951 -0.5%$186,955 +3%
    2021$1,961 +0.9%$181,510 +1.4%
    2020$1,944 0%$179,004 +2.3%
    2019$1,944 -17.8%$174,979 +2.3%
    2018$2,365 +2.2%$171,027 +2.1%
    2017$2,313 +25.1%$167,509 +2.1%
    2016$1,849 -1.8%$164,064 +0.7%
    2015$1,882 -11.4%$162,924 +0.8%
    2014$2,125 +12.7%$161,631 +1.5%
    2013$1,885 -9.3%$159,242 -7.9%
    2012$2,079 -9.4%$172,968 -6.6%
    2011$2,295 -4.1%$185,152 -1.8%
    2010$2,393 -2.1%$188,589 +2.7%
    2009$2,444 +6.9%$183,631 +0.1%
    2008$2,286 $183,448
    2007-- --
    2006$2,620 --
    2005-- --
    2004$2,320 +2.2%--
    2003$2,269 +31.5%$161,160 +27.3%
    2002$1,725 +2%$126,582 +1.6%
    2001$1,691 $124,589
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 33859

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Babson Park Elem
    • High: Lake Wales Senior High

    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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