Tucked away behind lush landscaping and privacy fencing, this enchanting 1948 pool home is truly a hidden gem! Beautifully renovated while preserving its timeless charm, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath residence offers warmth, character, and inviting spaces both inside and out. The spacious eat-in kitchen is the heart of the home, featuring abundant natural light and a charming butler’s pantry that adds both style and function. The living area flows effortlessly to the screened and heated pool and patio space, creating the perfect backdrop for entertaining, relaxing evenings, or year-round enjoyment. The thoughtfully designed primary suite offers hardwood floors, a walk-in closet, and updated bath complete with a Jacuzzi tub, separate tiled shower, and double vanity. The additional bedrooms are generously sized and continue the warmth of the home with classic hardwood flooring. Outside, the fenced corner lot feels like a private retreat with lush tropical landscaping and patio area, covered parking, and additional space for guests. A dedicated laundry/workshop area adds extra versatility and storage. Perfectly positioned within the city limits of Lake Wales, this home combines vintage character, modern comfort, and a peaceful setting all in one unforgettable property
Sold for $247,500
$247,500
407 E POLK AVENUE, LAKE WALES, FL 33853
3beds
1,233sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1948
0.31 Acres Lot
$247,400 Zestimate®
$201/sqft
$2,040 Estimated rent
Home value
$247,400
$233,000 - $265,000
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Abundant natural lightCovered parkingThoughtfully designed primary suiteSpacious eat-in kitchenHardwood floorsClassic hardwood flooringWalk-in closet
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Listed by:
Dolores Vogel 863-632-5573,
LEGACY REAL ESTATE CENTER INC 863-676-0200
Bought with:
Sara Jones, 3566773
NONA LEGACY POWERED BY LA ROSA
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: K4903502
Originating MLS: Lake Wales
Originating MLS: Lake Wales
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x10
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 70 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x7
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x11
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 170 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17x10
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Outside
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Eating Space In Kitchen, Solid Surface Counters, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Blinds, Window Treatments
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,752
- Total interior livable area: 1,233 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Covered, Driveway
- Carport spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio, Screened
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Pool Sweep, Screen Enclosure
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Pool
Lot
- Size: 0.31 Acres
- Dimensions: 75' x 180' M/L
- Features: City Lot
- Residential vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Trees/Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s), Storage
- Parcel number: 273001883000051112
- Zoning: RES
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Frame
- Foundation: Crawlspace, Slab
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Completed
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1948
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Street Lights, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
- Subdivision: LAKE WALES
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Lake Wales
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $201/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $200,530
- Annual tax amount: $2,085
- Date on market: 5/16/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 2 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, Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/24/2026 | Sold | $247,500+1%$201/sqft |
Source:  Stellar MLS #K4903502 Report a problem | ||
| 5/19/2026 | Pending sale | $245,000$199/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #K4903502 Report a problem | ||
| 5/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $245,000+48.5%$199/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #K4903502 Report a problem | ||
| 10/8/2025 | Listing removed | $1,695$1/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 9/26/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,695$1/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 10/22/2018 | Sold | $165,000+266.7%$134/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/13/2014 | Sold | $45,000$36/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,912 +8.8% | $143,836 +2.9% |
| 2024 | $1,757 +3.2% | $139,782 +3% |
| 2023 | $1,703 +7.7% | $135,711 +3% |
| 2022 | $1,581 -0.3% | $131,758 +3% |
| 2021 | $1,586 +1.4% | $127,920 +1.4% |
| 2020 | $1,564 +0.9% | $126,154 +2.3% |
| 2019 | $1,550 -8.6% | $123,318 +29.1% |
| 2018 | $1,696 +36% | $95,544 +2.1% |
| 2017 | $1,247 +81.9% | $93,579 +28.6% |
| 2016 | $686 -2.1% | $72,766 +0.7% |
| 2015 | $700 +9.4% | $72,260 +14% |
| 2014 | $640 -2.9% | $63,376 +5.9% |
| 2013 | $659 -0.2% | $59,819 +1.7% |
| 2012 | $660 +1.5% | $58,819 -2% |
| 2011 | $650 +2.4% | $60,010 +1.5% |
| 2010 | $635 -4.5% | $59,123 +2.7% |
| 2009 | $665 +7.7% | $57,569 +0.1% |
| 2008 | $617 | $57,511 |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
| 2006 | $761 | -- |
| 2005 | -- | -- |
| 2004 | $688 +3.8% | -- |
| 2003 | $663 +17.7% | $50,390 +6.6% |
| 2002 | $563 +3.5% | $47,285 +1.6% |
| 2001 | $544 | $46,540 |
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Neighborhood: 33853
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Spook Hill Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 2/10Mclaughlin Middle School And Fine Arts AcademyGrades: 6-11Distance: 0.6 mi
- 3/10Bartow Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 15.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Polk Avenue Elem
- Middle: McLaughlin Academy Of Excellence
- 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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- Florida
- Polk County
- Lake Wales
- 33853
- 407 E POLK AVENUE
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