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$649,000 | 4 beds | 2 full baths | N/A half baths | 2,816 sqft
Lake Wales, FL 33898
- 4Beds
- 2.00Total Baths
- 2 Full, 0 HalfBaths
- 2,816SqFt
- 1926Year Built
- 0.96Acres
- MLS# TB8495151
- Residential
- SingleFamilyResidence
- Active
- Approx Time on Market1 month, 28 days
- Area33898 - Lake Wales
- CountyPolk
- Subdivision Highland Park Sub
Overview
Welcome to the lake life youve been waiting for on Lake Easy a true ski lake where every day feels like a getaway. This is more than a homeits a lifestyle.From the moment you step outside, youre stepping into direct, ready-to-enjoy waterfront living with your private dock and covered boat lift, making it effortless to get on the water for skiing, boating, or sunset cruises. No waiting, no permitting, no additional expense its all already in place and ready to use. Inside, the home offers a rare blend of timeless character and thoughtful updates. Original wood floors and architectural details bring warmth and charm, while a remodeled kitchen and approximately $100,000 in improvements create a move-in ready experience that still honors the homes character. A newer roof adds peace of mind and long-term value, especially in todays insurance-conscious market.A standout feature of the home is the flexible guest suite layout, offering a private bedroom, laundry area, and separate living space ideal for a sitting room or office. This area can be closed off from the main home, making it perfect for guests, multigenerational living, or future income potential. With existing plumbing in place, there is also the opportunity for a buyer to add a private bathroom and create a true independent suite.Days are spent on the water, afternoons by the pool, and evenings watching the sky light up over the lake. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, a weekend escape, or a property that offers both lifestyle and flexibility, this home delivers.Located outside of a high-risk flood zone, this property also offers added peace of mind and affordability advantages for todays buyers.If youve been searching for true Florida lake living with character, modern updates, and room to grow this is the one.
Agriculture / Farm
Association Fees / Info
Community Features: Playground, Park
Pets Allowed: Yes
Association Amenities: Playground
Bathroom Info
Total Baths: 2.00
Fullbaths: 2
Building Info
Window Features: Blinds, WindowTreatments
Roof: Shingle
Building Area Source: PublicRecords
Buyer Compensation
Exterior Features
Style: Traditional
Pool Features: Gunite, InGround
Patio: Deck, Patio, Porch
Pool Private: Yes
Exterior Features: FrenchPatioDoors, SprinklerIrrigation
Fees / Restrictions
Financial
Original Price: $675,000
Fencing: Fenced
Garage / Parking
Open Parking: Yes
Parking Features: Boat, None, Open, ParkingPad
Green / Env Info
Interior Features
Floors: CeramicTile, Wood
Levels: One
Spa: Yes
Laundry Features: Inside
Interior Features: CeilingFans, HighCeilings, WindowTreatments, SeparateFormalDiningRoom
Appliances: Dishwasher, ElectricWaterHeater, Range, Refrigerator, RangeHood
Lot Info
Direction Remarks: From Polk Parkway (FL-570), take Exit 10 toward US-98/Lakeland/ Bartow and head south on US-98. Continue approximately 12 miles, then turn left onto FL-60 E toward Lake Wales. Follow FL-60 E for about 15 miles, then turn right onto Highland Park Drive. Continue into the Highland Park area and follow the road to 1238 Highland Park Dr., which will be on your left.
Number of Lots: 2
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.96
Lot Sqft: 43,560
Est Lotsize: 100x436
Lot Desc: CityLot, Landscaped
Misc
Other
Other Structures: Sheds
Equipment: IrrigationEquipment
Special Conditions: None
Security Features: SmokeDetectors
Other Rooms Info
Basement: CrawlSpace
Property Info
Section: 13
Class Type: SingleFamilyResidence
Property Sub Type: SingleFamilyResidence
Construction Materials: WoodFrame
Stories: 1
Foundation: Crawlspace
Human Modified: Yes
Room Info
Total Rooms: 10
Sqft Info
Sqft: 2,816
Bulding Area Sqft: 2,816
Living Area Units: SquareFeet
Living Area Source: PublicRecords
Tax Info
Tax Year: 2,025
Tax Legal Description: HIGHLAND PARK SUB PB 4 PG 70 S13 T30 R27 IN SEC 24 T30 R27 IN SEC 18 T30 R28 IN SEC 19 T30 R28 LOT 38 & THAT PART OF CLOSED RD PER OR 234-550 LYING BETWEEN ELY & WLY LOT LINES OF LOT 38 AS EXTENDED TO
Tax Block: 000380
Tax Annual Amount: 7486.22
Tax Book Number: 0004/0070
Unit Info
Utilities / Hvac
Heating: Central, Electric
Water Source: Public
Sewer: SepticTank
Cool System: CentralAir, CeilingFans
Cooling: Yes
Heating: Yes
Utilities: CableAvailable, ElectricityConnected
Waterfront / Water
Waterfront: Yes
Waterfront Features: LakeFront, LakePrivileges
View: Yes
Water Body Name: LAKE EASY
View: Lake, Water
Schools
Elem: Polk Avenue Elem
Middle: McLaughlin Academy of Excellence
High: Lake Wales Senior High
Directions
From Polk Parkway (FL-570), take Exit 10 toward US-98/Lakeland/ Bartow and head south on US-98. Continue approximately 12 miles, then turn left onto FL-60 E toward Lake Wales. Follow FL-60 E for about 15 miles, then turn right onto Highland Park Drive. Continue into the Highland Park area and follow the road to 1238 Highland Park Dr., which will be on your left.This listing courtesy of Jason Mitchell Real Estate Flo
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1238 S Highland Park Drive, Lake Wales, Florida has 4 Beds, 2 Full Bath, and 0 Half Bath.
The MLS Number for 1238 S Highland Park Drive, Lake Wales, Florida is TB8495151.
The price for 1238 S Highland Park Drive, Lake Wales, Florida is $649,000.
The status of 1238 S Highland Park Drive, Lake Wales, Florida is Active.
The subdivision of 1238 S Highland Park Drive, Lake Wales, Florida is Highland Park Sub.
The home located at 1238 S Highland Park Drive, Lake Wales, Florida was built in 2026.