Property Attributes
- MLS#P4930252
- TypeSingle Family
- CountyPOLK
- CityWINTER HAVEN
- AreaWinter Haven - Florence Villa
- NeighborhoodInterlaken Add
- Zip33881
- StyleSingle Family Residence
- Year Built1920
- Taxes$ 2761
- Price$ 692,000
- Bedrooms5
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage3708
- Lot Size0.43 Acres
Data Source:
Stellar MLS
Property Description
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, reroof done 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.
Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
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Inwood Elem | Westwood Middle | Winter Haven Senior High School |
Price History | |
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5/4/2024 | Listed $692,000 |
General Features
Interior Features | Ceiling Fan(s),Crown Molding,High Ceilings,Thermostat,Walk-In Closet(s) |
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Sewer | Public Sewer |
Heating | Central,Electric,Heat Pump,Natural Gas |
Cooling | Central Air |
Utilities | Cable Connected,Electricity Connected,Natural Gas Connected,Public,Sewer Connected,Water Connected |
Roof | Shingle |
Appliances | Convection Oven,Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Gas Water Heater,Range,Refrigerator,Washer |
Exterior Features | French Doors,Irrigation System,Lighting,Private Mailbox,Rain Gutters,Sidewalk |
Zoning | R-1A |
Garage Spaces | 2 |
Patio/Porch Features | Rear Porch |
Construction Materials | Stucco,Wood Frame |
Year Built | 1920 |
View | Water |
Levels | Two |
Property SubType | Single Family Residence |
Tax Year | 2023 |
Percent Ownership | Fee Simple |
Waterfront Features | Lake,Lake - Chain of Lakes |
Assoc Fee Paid Per | Annually |
County | Polk |
New Construction | No |
Property Type | Residential |
HOA / Comm Assn | No |
Attached Garage | No |
Subdivision Name | INTERLAKEN ADD |
Facing Direction | South |
Garage Y/N | Yes |
Total Rooms | 7 |
Status | Active |
Directions | From Hwy 17 heading south,turn right at McDonald's toward Lake Howard,turn to the right to follow to the north side of the lake. Home is at the corner of 16th St NW and Lake Howard Dr. Parking is o |
High School | Winter Haven Senior |
City | WINTER HAVEN |
Buyer Agent Compensation | 2.5% |
Body of Water | Lake Howard |
Senior Community Y/N | No |
MLS Area | 33881 - Winter Haven / Florence Villa |
Lot Size Square Feet | 18848 |
Private Pool | No |
Waterfront Y/N | Yes |
Carport Y/N | No |
Street Name | Lake Howard |
Listing Terms | Cash,Conventional |
Elementary School | Inwood Elem |
Tax Annual Amount | 2761.41 |
Middle/Junior High School | Westwood Middle |
Public Remarks | 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 L |
Lease Considered Y/N | Yes |
Virtual Tour | https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview/stellar/P4930252 |
Days on Market | 1 |
Standard Status | Active |
Tax Lot | 28 |
Legal Description | INTERLAKEN ADD PB 3 PG 75 S19/20 T28 R26 LOT 28 LESS E 25 FT & LAND LYING BETWEEN R/W & LAKE BOUNDED ON E BY W LINE OF E 25 FT OF LOT 28 & ON W BY W LINE OF LOT 28 IF EXTENDED SLY TO LAKE & INTERLAKE |
Water View | Lake,Lake - Chain of Lakes |
Water Access Type | Lake,Lake - Chain of Lakes |
Minimum Lease | No Minimum |
Water Access Y/N | Yes |
Additional Rooms | Bonus Room,Den/Library/Office,Garage Apartment,Inside Utility |
ILS Total SQFT | 200 |
ILS Under Air SQFT | 200 |
Water View Y/N | Yes |
Interior Features
Basement | Exterior Entry |
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Flooring | Carpet,Ceramic Tile,Vinyl,Hardwood |
Fireplace Features | Family Room,Wood Burning |
Total Stories | 2 |
Air Conditioning Y/N | Yes |
Heating Y/N | Yes |
Window Features | Double Pane Windows,ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows,Insulated Windows,Low-Emissivity Windows |
Fireplace Y/N | Yes |
Full Baths | 2 |
Half Baths | 1 |
Street Suffix | DRIVE |
Laundry Features | Gas Dryer Hookup,Inside,Laundry Closet |
Total Bedrooms | 5 |
LivingAreaSource | Owner |
Total Baths | 3 |
Living Area Units | Square Feet |
Exterior Features
Fencing | Vinyl |
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Parking Features | Garage Door Opener,Garage Faces Side,On Street |
Lot Features | Corner Lot,Historic District,City Lot,Oversized Lot |
Water Source | Canal/Lake For Irrigation,Public |
Lot Size Area | 18848 |
Foundation Details | Basement,Crawlspace |
Building Area Total | 3970 |
Lot Dimensions | 125 x 130 |
Lot Size Acres | 0.43 |
Road Surface Type | Asphalt |
Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
Covered Spaces | 2 |
Open Parking Y/N | Yes |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool