Waterfront
Address
1561 N Lake Howard DRIVE, WINTER HAVEN, FL
Price
$ 692,000
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
Inwood Elem Westwood Middle Winter Haven Senior High School
Price History
5/4/2024 Listed $692,000

General Features

Interior Features Ceiling Fan(s),Crown Molding,High Ceilings,Thermostat,Walk-In Closet(s)
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
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
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

Property vs Single Family Average in 33881

Price
AVG $370K
$690K
Taxes
AVG $4,928
$2,761
Visits
AVG 610
198
Data Provided by Inside Real Estate®
Year Built
AVG 1996
1920

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