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1561 N Lake Howard Drive

Winter Haven, FL 33881

5 beds
3 baths
3,708 sqft
~1/2 acre lot
$174 per sqft
1920 build
– on site

*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.

Listing courtesy of STELLAR_MLS / KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY SMART 1

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Nov 21, 2024 •

MLS# P4930252 —

The Building

Year Built:

1920
New Construction:

false
Construction Materials:

Stucco
Levels:

Two
Stories Total:

2
Roof:

Shingle
Basement:

Exterior Entry
Foundation Details:

Basement
Window Features:

Double Pane Windows
Patio And Porch Features:

Rear Porch
Building Area Total:

3970
Building Area Units:

Square Feet
Building Area Source:

Owner

Interior

Interior Features:

Ceiling Fan(s)
Flooring:

Carpet
Additional Rooms:

Bonus Room
Fireplace:

true
Fireplace Features:

Family Room

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

3708
Living Area Units:

Square Feet
Living Area Source:

Owner

Location

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 on the side of the house or front/side yard.
Latitude:

28.033092
Longitude:

-81.745417
Coordinates:

-81.745417, 28.033092

The Property

Parcel Number:

262819553673000290
Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Lot Features:

Corner Lot
Lot Size Acres:

0.43
Lot Size Area:

18848
Lot Size SqFt:

18848
Lot Size Dimensions:

125 x 130
Lot Size Units:

Square Feet
Total Acres:

1/4 to less than 1/2
Zoning:

R-1A
Direction Faces:

South
View:

Water
View:

true
Exterior Features:

French Doors
Fencing:

Vinyl
Water Source:

Canal/Lake For Irrigation
Road Responsibility:

Public Maintained Road
Road Surface Type:

Asphalt
Flood Zone Code:

X
Additional Parcels:

false
Homestead:

true
Lease Restrictions:

false
Land Lease:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2023
Tax Lot:

28
Tax 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 & 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
Tax Book Number:

3-75
Tax Annual Amount:

2761.41

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

5

Baths

Total Baths:

2.5
Total Baths:

3
Full Baths:

2
Half Baths:

1

The Listing

Virtual Tour URL Unbranded:

https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview/stellar/P4930252
Special Listing Conditions:

None
Home Warranty:

false

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Central
Heating:

true
Cooling:

Central Air
Cooling:

true

Utilities

Utilities:

Cable Connected
Sewer:

Public Sewer

Appliances

Appliances:

Convection Oven
Laundry Features:

Gas Dryer Hookup

Schools

Elementary School:

Inwood Elem
Middle Or Junior School:

Westwood Middle
High School:

Winter Haven Senior

The Community

Subdivision Name:

INTERLAKEN ADD
Senior Community:

false
Water View:

Lake
Water View:

true
Water Access:

Lake
Water Access:

true
Water Extras:

Skiing Allowed
Water Body Name:

Lake Howard
Waterfront:

true
Waterfront Features:

Lake
Pool Private:

false
Association:

false
Association Fee Frequency:

Annually
Association Fee Requirement:

None
Ownership:

Fee Simple
Additional Water Information:

Home is across Lake Howard Dr, but there is 125' of deeded lake frontage and access
Waterfront Feet Total:

250

Parking

Garage:

true
Attached Garage:

false
Garage Spaces:

2
Carport:

false
Covered Spaces:

2
Open Parking:

true
Parking Features:

Garage Door Opener

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$647,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$3,464
Taxes	$230
Insurance	$177
Utilities	$253 See report
Total	$4,124/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
11/20/24 Nov 20, 2024	Price Changed	STELLAR_MLS	$647,000	-0.3%
8/11/24 Aug 11, 2024	Price Changed	STELLAR_MLS	$649,000	-4.1%
7/10/24 Jul 10, 2024	Price Changed	STELLAR_MLS	$677,000	-2.2%

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This house located in Haven Shores, Winter Haven, FL 33881 is currently for sale for $647,000. 1561 N Lake Howard Drive is a 3,708 square foot house with 5 beds and 3 baths that has been on Estately for 203 days. 1561 N Lake Howard Drive is in the Haven Shores neighborhood of Winter Haven and has a WalkScore® of 17, making it car-dependent. This house is in the attendance area of Westwood Middle School, Jewett Middle Academy Magnet, Lake Alfred Polytech Academy, Frank E. Brigham Academy, Jewett School Of The Arts, Winter Haven Senior High School, and Inwood Elementary School.

Listing Courtesy of: STELLAR_MLS and KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY SMART 1.

Based on information from the My Florida Regional MLS DBA Stellar MLS 2024.

All information provided is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. Stellar MLS, Estately and their affiliates provide the MLS and all content therein “AS IS” and without any warranty, express or implied. The information included in this listing is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. The information on each listing is furnished by the owner and deemed reliable to the best of his/her knowledge, but should be verified by the purchaser. Stellar MLS and Estately assume no responsibility for typographical errors, misprints or misinformation. This property is offered without respect to any protected classes in accordance with the law. For any questions please call (407) 499-8911.