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2003 Merlin Way

Lakeland, FL 33803

4 beds
3 baths
2,984 sqft
7,000 sqft lot
$170 per sqft
2005 build
– on site

Make this Christmas unforgettable by celebrating in your dream home! This move-in-ready two-story stunner has everything you’ve been searching for. With 4 oversized bedrooms featuring XL walk-in closets, 2.5 baths, a cozy loft, and a 2-car garage, there’s room for everyone to enjoy. It has gorgeous hardwood and tile floors, crown molding, and vaulted ceilings. The kitchen boasts real wood cabinets, Corian countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a bright breakfast nook with bar seating. The first-floor master suite offers a private retreat with a jacuzzi tub, a walk-in shower with dual shower heads, dual vanities, and an enormous walk-in closet. Upstairs, you’ll find three more bedrooms, a Jack-and-Jill bathroom, and a versatile loft. Additional features include a screened-in back patio, low-maintenance fenced yard, modern updates like a 2024 AC with a 10-year warranty, a 2022 roof, and a tankless water heater, plus ample storage throughout. Conveniently located in the charming Sylvester Shores community with no HOA or CDD, this home sits on a corner lot just minutes from great dining, Geneva Classical Academy, Florida Southern College, Southeastern University, Downtown Lakeland and LakeSide Village Outdoor Mall, with easy access to HWY 570 and I-4, making Tampa and Orlando just an hour away. Don’t wait—schedule your private showing today and make this the best holiday season yet!

Listing courtesy of STELLAR_MLS / LPT REALTY

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Nov 23, 2024 •

MLS# S5116027 —

The Building

Year Built:

2005
New Construction:

false
Construction Materials:

Stucco
Levels:

Two
Roof:

Shingle
Foundation Details:

Block
Building Area Total:

3738
Building Area Units:

Square Feet
Building Area Source:

Public Records

Interior

Interior Features:

Ceiling Fan(s)
Flooring:

Tile
Fireplace:

false

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

2984
Living Area Units:

Square Feet
Living Area Source:

Public Records

Location

Directions:

Take US-98 N/Bartow Rd to Lynncrest Rd 5 min (3.4 mi). Head east on FL-570 E , Use the middle lane to take exit 10 for US-98 toward Lakeland/Bartow, Turn left onto US-98 N/Bartow Rd (signs for Southeastern Univ/Lakeland/Downtown Historic Dist), Continue on Lynncrest Rd. Take Sylvester Rd and John Arthur Way to Merlin Way, Turn left onto Lynncrest Rd, Turn left onto Richmond Rd, Turn right onto Sylvester Rd, Turn left onto Sherwood Park, Turn left onto John Arthur Way, Turn right onto Merlin Way, Destination will be on the left
Latitude:

28.017028
Longitude:

-81.9256
Coordinates:

-81.9256, 28.017028

The Property

Parcel Number:

242829249800004040
Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Lot Size Acres:

0.16
Lot Size Area:

7000
Lot Size SqFt:

7000
Lot Size Units:

Square Feet
Total Acres:

0 to less than 1/4
Zoning:

RA-1
Direction Faces:

West
View:

false
Exterior Features:

Sidewalk
Water Source:

Public
Road Surface Type:

Paved
Flood Zone Code:

X
Flood Zone Panel:

12105C0320G
Additional Parcels:

false
Homestead:

true
Lease Restrictions:

false
Land Lease:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2023
Tax Lot:

4
Tax Block:

D
Tax Legal Description:

SYLVESTER SHORES PB 44 PG 40 BLK D LOT 4
Tax Book Number:

44-40
Tax Annual Amount:

5315

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

4

Baths

Total Baths:

2.5
Total Baths:

3
Full Baths:

2
Half Baths:

1

The Listing

Special Listing Conditions:

None

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Central
Heating:

true
Cooling:

Central Air
Cooling:

true

Utilities

Utilities:

Cable Available
Sewer:

Public Sewer

Appliances

Appliances:

Convection Oven
Laundry Features:

Electric Dryer Hookup

Schools

Elementary School:

Philip O’Brien Elementary
Middle Or Junior School:

Crystal Lake Middle/Jun
High School:

Lakeland Senior High

The Community

Subdivision Name:

SYLVESTER SHORES
Senior Community:

false
Water View:

false
Water Access:

false
Waterfront:

false
Pool Private:

false
Association:

false
Ownership:

Fee Simple

Parking

Garage:

true
Attached Garage:

true
Garage Spaces:

2
Carport:

false
Covered Spaces:

2

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$510,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$2,730
Taxes	$442
Insurance	$140
Utilities	$185 See report
Total	$3,497/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
11/22/24 Nov 22, 2024	Listed / Active	STELLAR_MLS	$510,000	22.9% (8.1% / YR)
8/16/24 Aug 16, 2024	Relisted	STELLAR_MLS
8/14/24 Aug 14, 2024	Pending	STELLAR_MLS

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This house located in Lake Bentley, Lakeland, FL 33803 is currently for sale for $510,000. 2003 Merlin Way is a 2,984 square foot house with 4 beds and 3 baths that has been on Estately for 3 days. 2003 Merlin Way is in the Lake Bentley neighborhood of Lakeland and has a WalkScore® of 38, making it car-dependent. This house is in the attendance area of Combee Academy Of Design And Engineering, Lawton Chiles Middle Academy, Winston Academy Of Engineering, Philip O'Brien Elementary School, Rosabelle W. Blake Academy, Lincoln Avenue Academy, Lakeland Senior High School, Crystal Lake Middle School, and Rochelle School Of The Arts.

Listing Courtesy of: STELLAR_MLS and LPT REALTY.

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

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