Residential Property - Single Family Residence in Winter Haven
Listing Price: $599,000 (Mortgage Calculator →)
Description of Property
*Seller is motivated- Agents bring your buyers! 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, NEW ROOF 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.
Property Details At A Glance
Property Type: Residential
Property Use or Sub Type: Single Family Residence
City: Winter Haven
County: Polk
Subdivision: Interlaken Add
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 2
Half Baths: 1
Sq. Ft. Gross: 3,970
Sq. Ft. Living Area: 3,708
Cost per (heated) sqare foot: $162
Year built: 1920
Annual Tax: $2,761
Taxes and fees can change periodically, and other fees may apply. Please check with your Suncoasteam agent for more details.
Interior Features:
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Crown Molding
- High Ceilings
- Thermostat
- Walk-In Closet(s)
Appliances:
- Convection Oven
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Dryer
- Gas Water Heater
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Washer
Accessibility Features:
Fireplace: Yes
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Wood Burning
Window Features:
- Double Pane Windows
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows
- Insulated Windows
- Low-Emissivity Windows
Additional Rooms:
- Bonus Room
- Den/Library/Office
- Garage Apartment
- Inside Utility
Ceiling Type:
Flooring:
- Carpet
- Ceramic Tile
- Vinyl
- Hardwood
Laundry Features:
- Gas Dryer Hookup
- Inside
- Laundry Closet
Schools
Elementary School: Inwood Elem
Middle/Junior High School: Westwood Middle
High School: Winter Haven Senior
Pool & Waterfront Info
Private Pool: Not specified
Pool Features:
Spa Features:
Water Front: Yes
Water Frontage: Lake, Lake - Chain of Lakes
Water Access: Yes
Water Access Type: Lake, Lake - Chain of Lakes
Water View: Lake, Lake - Chain of Lakes
Water Name: Lake Howard
Exterior & Construction
Architectural Style:
Construction: Stucco, Wood Frame
Foundation: Basement, Crawlspace
Roof: Shingle
- French Doors
- Irrigation System
- Lighting
- Private Mailbox
- Rain Gutters
- Sidewalk
Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
- Garage Door Opener
- Garage Faces Side
- On Street
Floors Total: 2
Floors in Unit: Two
Cooling: Central Air
- Central
- Electric
- Heat Pump
- Natural Gas
Electric:
Patio & Porch Features: Rear Porch
Security Features:
Other Structures:
View: Water
Fencing: Vinyl
Utilities:
- Cable Connected
- Electricity Connected
- Natural Gas Connected
- Public
- Sewer Connected
- Water Connected
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Canal/Lake For Irrigation, Public
Community Features:
Association Amenities:
Lot Information
Lot Features:
- Corner Lot
- Historic District
- City Lot
- Oversized Lot
Lot Size (acres): 0.43
Lot Size (sq. ft.): 18,848 square feet
Lot Dimensions: 125 x 130
Front Exposure: South
Adjoining Property:
Current Adjacent Use:
Legal Description & Other Information
Financing Available: Cash, Conventional
Parcel Number: 262819553673000290
Zoning: R-1A
Tax Legal Desc.: 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 & INTERLAKEN ADD PB 3 PG 75 S19/20 T28 R26 LOTS 29 & 30 AND A STRIP OF LAND LYING S OF LOTS 29 & 30 BETWEEN NORTH LAKE HOWARD DR AND THE WATER EDGE OF LAKE HOWARD
Section: 19
Range: 26
Listing courtesy of KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY SMART 1. The information relating to real estate for sale on this website comes in part from the My Florida Regional MLS DBA Stellar MLS. This information is provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use. It may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. The data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS.