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Property Description
Welcome to Your Peaceful Lakeside Cabin Retreat in Lake Walk In Water, Florida! Experience true peace and tranquility with this beautifully remodeled three-bedroom, two-bath cabin offering lake access and charming details throughout. If you love to fish before sunset, this home is perfectly situated on the Tiger Creek Canal, just one home away from Lake Wales, one of the best fishing lakes in Polk County. The inviting layout features a first-floor master suite, two guest bedrooms upstairs, a covered front patio, and a spacious rear patio overlooking the lake - ideal for relaxing and taking in the serene views. This property also includes a detached one-car garage and a 36' x 10' RV port, which can also serve as an additional carport. You'll love the artistic touches and craftsmanship found throughout the home and property, making this a true hidden gem in the heart of Lake Wales. Don't miss this opportunity to own your slice of lakeside paradise - contact your Realtor today to schedule a private tour!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5268 Valencia St
General
- Price: $359,900
- Taxes: $4,118 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
- MLS ID: L4956732
- Updated: 10/28/2025
- Added to Site: 90 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Min. Lease: No Minimum
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 8
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Appliances: Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Furnishings: Furnished
- Flooring: Carpet
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Washer Hookup
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Private Mailbox
- Deck/Patio: Enclosed, Front Porch, Rear Porch
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Enclosed, Front Porch, Rear Porch
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Carports: Yes
- Carport: 1
- Carport Spaces: 1
- Covered Spaces: 2
Location
- Area: 33898 - Lake Wales
- County: Polk
- Development Name: 33898 - Lake Wales
- Subdivision: WEST INDIAN LAKE HEIGHTS
- Driving Directions: Directions from US-27 (Lake Wales) to 5268 Valencia St: From US-27, turn east onto FL-60 E (Hesperides Rd) toward Vero Beach. Continue on FL-60 E for about 4.7 miles. Turn right onto Doherty Dr (you’ll see signs for Tiger Lake / Valencia). Continue for about 0.3 miles, then turn left onto Valencia Street. Follow Valencia Street to the end — 5268 Valencia Street will be on your right-hand side near the canal/lake area.
- Direction Faces: Northeast
Community
- Community Name: 33898 - Lake Wales
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air, Wall/Window Unit(s)
- Heating Type: Central
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water District: LAKE WALK IN WATER
- Water: Well
- Utility Description: Electricity Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Cabin
- Architectural Style: Cabin
- Exterior Const.: Wood Frame, Wood Siding
- Roof: Shingle
- Windows: Shades, Window Treatments
- Stories/Levels: Two
- Square Feet: 1,768
- Sq. Ft. Source: Appraiser
- Year Built: 1973
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Finished RV Port, Shed(s)
Lot Features
- Property View: Trees/Woods
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.36
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 15,464
- Lot Size: 15464
- Lot Dimensions: 150 x 212
- Street/Road Desc.: Asphalt
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Water Access: Yes
- Water Access Desc: Canal - Freshwater
- Water Extras: Yes
- Water Front Name: LAKE WALK IN WATER
- Water Front Desc.: Freshwater Canal
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $4,118.01
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: None
- Legal Description: BEG NW COR OF GOV LOT 3 & CENTER SEC 5 RUN S 66 FT E 627PT26 FT TO PT ON S LINE COUNTY RD S 19 DEG 33 MIN 32 SEC E 215PT6 FT TO CENTER LINE OF 50 FT RD RUNNING SOUTH S 05 DEG 49 MIN 55 SEC E ALONG CENTER LINE OF RD 1549PT77 FT TO POB RUN S 07 DEG 15 MIN 05 SEC W 197 FT MORE OR LESS TO CENTER LINE OF TIGER CREEK NWLY ALONG CENTER LINE OF TIGER CREEK 210 FT MORE OR LESS TO PT IN CREEK S 66 DEG 15 MIN 05 SEC W FROM POB N 66 DEG 15 MIN O5 SEC E 227 FT MORE OR LESS TO POB LESS RD R/W KNOWN AS LOT 17 UNRE W INDIAN LK HGTS
- Flood Zone Info: AE
- APN: 293105000000024020
- Property ID: 293105000000024020
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Schools
Schools serving 5268 Valencia St
School District:Polk County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Spook Hill Elementary School 321 Doctor JA Wiltshire Avenue, Lake Wales, FL 33853 | PK-5 | 11.3 mi |
Frostproof Middle/Senior High School 1000 North Palm Avenue, Frostproof, FL 33843 | 6-8 | 6.6 mi |
Mclaughlin Middle School And Fine Arts Academy 800 South 4th Street, Lake Wales, FL 33853 | 6-8 | 10.5 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 5268 Valencia St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/20/2025
Listed
$359,900
30.87%
MLS
4/19/2021
Sold
$275,000
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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 5268 Valencia St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$4,118
3%
$267,122
1%
2023
$3,995
39%
$265,572
53%
2021
$2,878
-23%
$173,454
-29%
2022
$3,728
30%
$245,055
46%
2021
$2,878
1%
$167,570
—
2019
$2,839
6%
$167,732
2%
2017
$2,678
—
$164,364
5%
2017
$2,678
7%
$157,254
8%
2016
$2,504
-4%
$145,213
-3%
2015
$2,621
9%
$149,334
10%
2014
$2,396
4%
$136,003
7%
2013
$2,299
—
$126,568
—
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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5268 Valencia Street, Lake Wales, FL 33898 (MLS# L4956732) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 5268 Valencia Street is currently listed for $359,900 and was received on October 20, 2025. Want to learn more about 5268 Valencia Street? 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.

