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Property Description
Absolutely adorable Spanish-style Canal home with direct access to Lake Clay -- a sandy-bottom, spring-fed lake EXCELLENT for boating, fishing, and water sports with two public boat ramps and clear, refreshing water year-round (The front of the home faces Lake Clay, offering beautiful sunrise and sunset views!!). This CBS 3-bedroom, 2-bath home has a separate MOTHER IN LAW apartment with kitchenette and full bath- a dream for guests or extended family. The open floor plan flows into a large screened porch with hot tub overlooking the lush backyard, boathouse, and canal. Outdoor features include a fireplace, sitting area, and workshop-designed for entertaining and relaxing in your private waterfront oasis.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1557 Lake Clay Dr
General
- Price: $315,000
- Taxes: $3,178 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
- MLS ID: O6336106
- Updated: 8/15/2025
- Added to Site: 157 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Min. Lease: 1-7 Days
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 7
- Interior Features: Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor
- Appliances: Bar Fridge, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Inside
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Outdoor Grill
Parking
- Carports: Yes
- Carport: 2
- Carport Spaces: 2
- Covered Spaces: 2
Location
- Area: 33852 - Lake Placid
- County: Highlands
- Development Name: 33852 - Lake Placid
- Subdivision: SYLVAN SHORES ESTATE SEC E
- Driving Directions: From US-27, head west on Lake Mirror Dr, turn left on Lake Clay Dr, destination is on the right.
- Direction Faces: East
Community
- Community Name: 33852 - Lake Placid
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Central
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utility Description: Cable TV Available, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Water Available, Water Connected
Structural Information
- Exterior Const.: Stucco
- Roof: Shingle
- Stories/Levels: One
- Square Feet: 1,444
- Sq. Ft. Source: Owner
- Year Built: 1976
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.26
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 11,326
- Lot Size: 11326
- Street/Road Desc.: Asphalt
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Water Access: Yes
- Water Access Desc: Canal - Freshwater
- Water Extras: Yes
- Water Front Desc.: Freshwater Canal
Financial Considerations
- Condo Fee Freq: Annual
- Tax Amount: $3,178
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: None
- Legal Description: SYLVAN SHORES EST SEC E PB 7-PG 33 LOT 26
- Flood Zone Info: 12055C
- APN: C29363005000000260
- Property ID: C29363005000000260
- Block/Lot/Section: 1
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Schools
Schools serving 1557 Lake Clay Dr
School District:Highlands County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Lake Placid High School 202 Green Dragon Drive, Lake Placid, FL 33852 | 9-12 | 2.4 mi |
Lake Country Elementary School 516 County Road 29, Lake Placid, FL 33852 | PK-5 | 3.5 mi |
Lake Placid Middle School 201 South Tangerine Avenue, Lake Placid, FL 33852 | 6-8 | 2.3 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1557 Lake Clay Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/14/2025
Listed
$315,000
15.81%
MLS
12/22/2022
Sold
$272,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 1557 Lake Clay Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$3,178
—
$221,590
4%
2024
$3,178
-3%
$213,368
-2%
2023
$3,274
347%
$216,891
274%
2021
$733
—
$57,973
-3%
2022
$734
—
$59,712
26%
2021
$733
26%
$47,529
2%
2019
$581
2%
$46,460
2%
2018
$567
14%
$45,594
2%
2017
$496
-59%
$44,656
-31%
2016
$1,215
109%
$64,557
19%
2015
$581
—
$54,086
1%
2014
$581
6%
$53,657
-1%
2013
$550
—
$54,259
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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1557 Lake Clay Drive, Lake Placid, FL 33852 (MLS# O6336106) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 1557 Lake Clay Drive is currently listed for $315,000 and was received on August 14, 2025. Want to learn more about 1557 Lake Clay Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Lake Placid? You can browse all Lake Placid real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

