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Property Description
LAKE WAILES TRI-LEVEL BEAUTY! Don't miss this incredible opportunity to enjoy lakefront living in this custom home with over 3,800 SF living area infused with many splendid traditional and modern influences throughout. Situated on a huge 100'x432' lakefront lot, this amazing 4 BD 3½ BA home stands in a highly desirable area, known for its tranquil and convenient, central location. The conventional floor plan provides living areas on the first level, sleeping quarters and bathrooms on the second level; plus, a walk-out lower level with casual living space, storage and utility areas. The home has wonderful mill work and finishes, crown molding, wainscoting, chair rail and built-ins; stunning wood floors and handsome slate tile; and the large windows afford spectacular views of Lake Wailes. The formal living room boasts a wood-burning fireplace, and the formal dining room has picturesque lake view; both rooms link to the spacious eat-in kitchen outfitted with gas cook-top w/stainless exhaust fan, built-in ovens, farmhouse sink, travertine backsplash, granite counter tops and sliding glass doors that give a gracious flow to the screen room. Completing this first level is a den/office, a half-bath and access to the carport. The upstairs owners' suite offers a screen balcony, walk-in closet and luxury bathroom with clawfoot soaking tub, large tile shower with bench and dual sinks. The additional bedrooms have built-in shelves w/desk, and they share a full bathroom with dual sink vanity. The walkout lower level offers a spacious room that can be used great as a family room, MIL suite, or as a fourth bedroom, it has an adjacent full bathroom, laundry room, plenty of storage area, newly wired for a small kitchenette to be added, and tucked within this lower level is a bomb shelter. New architectural shingle roof, R30 Insulation, and upstairs an energy efficient washer and dryer installed 2025. This amazing home is a short distance to the paved and lighted path around Lake Wailes, to sports fields, parks, shopping and medical facilities. Conveniently located in Central Florida and a short distance to Tampa, Orlando and coastal beaches. Call to schedule your private viewing of this well-maintained beauty!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1041 Sunset Dr
General
- Sold For: $522,000
- Taxes: $7,065 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
- MLS ID: P4935827
- Added to Site: 145 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Min. Lease: No Minimum
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 14
- Interior Features: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Rail, Crown Molding, Eating Space In Kitchen, PrimaryBedroom Upstairs, Solid Wood Cabinets, Stone Counters, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Masonry, Wood Burning
- Appliances: Built-In Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator
- Flooring: Brick/Stone, Luxury Vinyl, Slate, Tile, Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Chute, Laundry Room
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Balcony, French Doors, Lighting, Private Mailbox, Sliding Doors, Storage
- Deck/Patio: Covered, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Screened
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Screened
Parking
- Carports: Yes
- Carport: 2
- Carport Spaces: 2
- Covered Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Covered, Driveway
Location
- Area: 33853 - Lake Wales South
- County: Polk
- Development Name: 33853 - Lake Wales South
- Subdivision: LAKE WALES HEIGHTS
- Driving Directions: From SR-Hwy 60E turn NORTH on 11th St N, after ALL-STOP sign continue straight, turn LEFT on Sunset Dr. home is on the RIGHT.
- Direction Faces: Southeast
Community
- Community Name: 33853 - Lake Wales South
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Central
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water District: LAKE WAILES
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable TV Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Public, Sewer Connected, Street Lights, Water Connected
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Traditional
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Exterior Const.: Block, Brick
- Basement Desc.: Exterior Entry, Finished, Interior Entry, Other
- Roof: Shingle
- Stories/Levels: Multi/Split
- Square Feet: 3,265
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Living Area: 3,265 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1962
Lot Features
- Property View: Water
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.99
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 43,203
- Lot Size: 43203
- Lot Dimensions: 100 x 432
- Frontage: Street Paved
- Street/Road Desc.: Paved
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Water View: Yes
- Water Access: Yes
- Water Access Desc: Lake
- Water Extras: Yes
- Water Front Name: LAKE WAILES
- Water Front Desc.: Lake Front
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $7,065.08
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: None
- Legal Description: LAKE WALES HGHTS PB 4 PG 86 LOT 22 & LAND LYING BETWEEN N LINE OF LOT & LAKE WALES LAKE LYING BETWEEN E & W LOT LINES OF SAID LOT AS EXTENDED TO LAKE
- Flood Zone Info: x
- APN: 273001881500000220
- Property ID: 273001881500000220
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Schools
Schools serving 1041 Sunset Dr
School District:Polk County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Spook Hill Elementary School 321 Doctor JA Wiltshire Avenue, Lake Wales, FL 33853 | PK-5 | 1.3 mi |
Mclaughlin Middle School And Fine Arts Academy 800 South 4th Street, Lake Wales, FL 33853 | 6-8 | 1.3 mi |
Bartow Senior High School 1270 South Broadway Avenue, Bartow, FL 33830 | 9-12 | 16.9 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 1041 Sunset Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/21/2025
Sold
$522,000
-1.49%
MLS
8/25/2025
Listed
$529,900
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
1041 Sunset Drive, Lake Wales, FL 33853 (MLS# P4935827) is a Single Family property that was sold at $522,000 on October 21, 2025. This property was listed by Erin Floyd Team from our Winter Haven / Lake Wales Office.Want to learn more about 1041 Sunset Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Lake Wales? You can browse all Lake Wales real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.


