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Property Description
Charming Bungalow with Classic Character! Built in 1938, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath bungalow offers the kind of character you just don't find in newer houses. Inside, you'll find a welcoming formal living room and dining room, plus a kitchen with plenty of cabinet storage and counter space. Enjoy mornings on the back porch or afternoons in your fenced yard, perfect for pets, gardening, or relaxing in the shade. The one-car garage adds convenience, while still having driveway space. The location makes life easy! Close to Florida Southern College, Southeastern University, local hospitals, supermarkets, and restaurants. Love the outdoors? You're just a short walk from Interlachen Park and Lake Bonny, where you can get fresh air, enjoy the trails, or go fishing! If you're looking for a home with history, personality, and a great location, this bungalow is waiting for you. Call us today for a private showing!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1730 E Fern Rd
General
- Price: $215,000
- Taxes: $2,698 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
- MLS ID: O6347532
- Updated: 1/10/2026
- Added to Site: 155 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Min. Lease: No Minimum
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 5
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Other Rooms
- Laundry: In Garage
Exterior
- Exterior Features: French Doors, Sidewalk
- Deck/Patio: Rear Porch
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Rear Porch
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Covered Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Driveway
Location
- Area: 33801 - Lakeland
- County: Polk
- Development Name: 33801 - Lakeland
- Subdivision: SHORE ACRES
- Driving Directions: From US 92 W turn left onto E Gary Rd. Turn left onto Interlachen Pkwy. Turn left onto E Fern Rd. Destination will be on the left.
- Direction Faces: South
School Information
- Elementary School: Philip O’Brien Elementary
- Middle School: Crystal Lake Middle/Jun
- High School: Lakeland Senior High
Community
- Community Name: 33801 - Lakeland
- Pet Restrictions: Buyer(s) to verify pet restrictions with City of Lakeland
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Central
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Cable TV Available, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Structural Information
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
- Roof: Shingle
- Stories/Levels: One
- Square Feet: 889
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Year Built: 1938
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.15
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 6,464
- Lot Size: 6464
- Street/Road Desc.: Paved
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $2,698
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: None
- Legal Description: SHORE ACRES PB 7 PG 15 BLK 22 LOTS 20 S 96.2 FT & S 96.2 FT OF W 17.2 FT OF LOT 21
- Flood Zone Info: X
- APN: 242817193000022202
- Property ID: 242817193000022202
- Block/Lot/Section: 22
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Schools
Schools serving 1730 E Fern Rd
School District:Polk County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Philip O'brien Elementary School 1225 East Lime Street, Lakeland, FL 33801 | PK-5 | 0.8 mi |
Crystal Lake Middle School 2410 North Crystal Lake Drive, Lakeland, FL 33801 | 6-8 | 1.6 mi |
Lakeland Senior High School 726 Hollingsworth Road, Lakeland, FL 33801 | 9-12 | 1.1 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 1730 E Fern Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/10/2026
Price Reduced
$215,000
-4.44%
MLS
10/21/2025
Price Reduced
$225,000
-1.32%
MLS
9/30/2025
Listed
$228,000
16.92%
MLS
10/07/2022
Sold
$195,000
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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 1730 E Fern Rd
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$2,690
—
$149,118
—
2024
$2,698
1%
$149,417
2%
2023
$2,664
41%
$146,146
6%
2022
$1,887
16%
$137,921
38%
2021
$1,623
—
$99,665
9%
2021
$1,623
52%
$91,206
52%
2017
$1,070
—
$59,833
10%
2017
$1,070
-22%
$54,394
-17%
2019
$1,371
134%
$65,816
197%
2014
$586
—
$22,165
-26%
2014
$586
1%
$29,871
3%
2013
$579
—
$29,020
—
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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1730 E Fern Road, Lakeland, FL 33801 (MLS# O6347532) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 1730 E Fern Road is currently listed for $215,000 and was received on September 30, 2025. Want to learn more about 1730 E Fern Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Lakeland? You can browse all Lakeland real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

