Welcome home to the timeless charm of this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom bungalow, thoughtfully upgraded with modern amenities. You'll relish the original hardwood floors, the seamless fusion of vintage and contemporary in the kitchen, and the inviting living and dining spaces adorned with bay windows. Imagine enjoying your morning coffee on the swing of the spacious front porch, with lake breezes, and a peek a boo view of Lake Wailes. This bungalow is the perfect backdrop for gatherings, with a family room offering easy access to the backyard and detached garage. Recent updates include a 2021 rewiring and a 2023 metal roof, ensuring peace of mind. Just a short 5-minute stroll will lead you to the quaint downtown area, allowing you to explore the local farmer's market and charming businesses. Don't let this opportunity slip by to own a beautifully preserved piece of history that seamlessly combines classic architecture with modern comfort.
Sold for $250,000
$250,000
426 E CENTRAL AVENUE, LAKE WALES, FL 33853
3beds
1,825sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1925
8,999 Square Feet Lot
$255,700 Zestimate®
$137/sqft
$1,816 Estimated rent
Home value
$255,700
$240,000 - $271,000
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Modern comfortDetached garageSpacious front porchMetal roofLake breezesBay windows
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Listed by:
Dawn Perkins 407-520-0036,
LEGACY REAL ESTATE CENTER INC 863-676-0200
Bought with:
Stetson Russell, 3515923
EXP REALTY LLC
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: K4902314
Originating MLS: Lake Wales
Originating MLS: Lake Wales
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 20x10
Bedroom 2
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 12x11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 12x11
Dining room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11.5x17
Family room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 26x13
Kitchen
- Features: Pantry
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 15x11
Living room
- Features: Built-In Shelving
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 25x14
Heating
- Central, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Thermostat
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Hardwood
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,825
- Total interior livable area: 1,825 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Awning(s)
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Above Ground
Lot
- Size: 8,999 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 273001883000035060
- Zoning: R-2
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Frame
- Foundation: Crawlspace
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Street Lights, Water Connected
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: $137/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $216,736
- Annual tax amount: $2,213
- Date on market: 10/27/2023
- Cumulative days on market: 159 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: Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/6/2024 | Sold | $250,000-3.8%$137/sqft |
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| 4/3/2024 | Pending sale | $259,900$142/sqft |
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| 3/17/2024 | Price change | $259,900-1.9%$142/sqft |
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| 3/13/2024 | Price change | $264,900-1.9%$145/sqft |
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| 1/21/2024 | Price change | $269,900-3.3%$148/sqft |
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| 1/12/2024 | Price change | $279,000-1.4%$153/sqft |
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| 12/9/2023 | Price change | $282,900-0.7%$155/sqft |
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| 12/2/2023 | Price change | $284,900-1.7%$156/sqft |
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| 11/20/2023 | Price change | $289,900-2.7%$159/sqft |
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| 10/27/2023 | Listed for sale | $298,000+57.7%$163/sqft |
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| 7/29/2020 | Sold | $189,000$104/sqft |
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| 6/12/2020 | Pending sale | $189,000$104/sqft |
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| 3/11/2020 | Listed for sale | $189,000+48.2%$104/sqft |
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| 10/28/2019 | Sold | $127,500-14.9%$70/sqft |
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| 10/12/2019 | Pending sale | $149,900$82/sqft |
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| 10/6/2019 | Listed for sale | $149,900$82/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,368 +91% | $216,736 +33.4% |
| 2024 | $2,287 +7.4% | $162,426 +3% |
| 2023 | $2,129 +3% | $157,695 +3% |
| 2022 | $2,067 -0.8% | $153,102 +3% |
| 2021 | $2,084 -4.7% | $148,643 +35.2% |
| 2020 | $2,188 +299% | $109,948 +90.4% |
| 2019 | $548 -21% | $57,737 +1.9% |
| 2018 | $694 -0.2% | $56,660 +2.1% |
| 2017 | $696 +26.5% | $55,495 +2.1% |
| 2016 | $550 -1.6% | $54,354 +0.7% |
| 2015 | $559 -0.4% | $53,976 +0.8% |
| 2014 | $561 -5.5% | $53,548 +1.5% |
| 2013 | $594 -0.4% | $52,757 +1.7% |
| 2012 | $596 +5.4% | $51,875 +2.7% |
| 2011 | $566 +3.4% | $50,511 +1.5% |
| 2010 | $547 -1.9% | $49,765 +2.7% |
| 2009 | $558 +8.7% | $48,457 +0.1% |
| 2008 | $513 | $48,409 |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
| 2006 | $525 | -- |
| 2005 | -- | -- |
| 2004 | $463 +1.8% | -- |
| 2003 | $455 +9.6% | $42,414 +2.4% |
| 2002 | $415 +4.1% | $41,420 +1.6% |
| 2001 | $398 | $40,768 |
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Neighborhood: 33853
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Spook Hill Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 2/10Mclaughlin Middle School And Fine Arts AcademyGrades: 6-11Distance: 0.9 mi
- 3/10Bartow Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 15.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Spook Hill Elem
- Middle: Mclaughlin Middle
- 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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- Polk County
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