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Property Description
Welcome to 2973 Blackwater Creek Drive - a beautifully maintained pool home with a flexible office space currently being used as a 4th bedroom, located in the highly desirable gated community of Blackwater Creek in Lakeland, Florida. This move-in ready home offers 2,394 square feet, a private screened-in pool, and a brand-new roof installed just one week before hitting the market. Inside, you'll love the cathedral ceilings, open split-bedroom layout, and multiple living and dining areas that provide the perfect flow for entertaining or everyday life. The kitchen is bright, spacious, and functional, with ample cabinet storage, a large pantry, and views of the breakfast nook and backyard pool area - a perfect setting to gather and cook with ease. The primary suite is a private retreat, featuring dual walk-in closets, a spacious ensuite bathroom, and direct access to the pool for a true indoor-outdoor lifestyle. An additional dedicated pool bath provides convenient access for guests, making outdoor entertaining even more enjoyable. The two secondary bedrooms offer plenty of storage with a walk-in closet in one and dual closets in the other. Step outside and relax in your fully fenced backyard oasis with a screened-in pool, paver patio, and plenty of space for pets, play, or peaceful evenings. The oversized 3-car side-load garage gives you all the room you need for vehicles, toys, or a home gym setup. Located just minutes from I-4, you're in a prime location for commuting to Tampa or Orlando, and less than an hour from Walt Disney World®, Universal Studios Florida, and the brand-new Epic Universe theme park, open now and already making national headlines. Whether you're a local or relocating to enjoy Florida's lifestyle, this location delivers convenience, charm, and fun for the whole family. Homes with a pool, new roof, and this kind of flexibility in a gated community rarely hit the market - schedule your private showing today!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 2973 Blackwater Creek Dr
General
- Sold For: $497,900
- HOA FEE: $90/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Quarterly
- Taxes: $3,894 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
- MLS ID: TB8395222
- Added to Site: 222 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Min. Lease: 1-2 Years
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 7
- Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen and Family Room Combination, Open Floorplan, Split Bedroom, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Private Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: In Ground
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Lighting
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Covered Spaces: 3
Location
- Area: 33810 - Lakeland
- County: Polk
- Development Name: 33810 - Lakeland
- Subdivision: BLACKWATER CREEK ESTATES
- Driving Directions: To get to 2973 Blackwater Creek Drive in Lakeland, FL 33810, start by heading west on Dover Road (County Road 555) from Dover. Continue until you reach the on-ramp for I-4 West toward Tampa, then merge onto the interstate. Stay on I-4 West for approximately 12 miles. Take Exit 32 for Memorial Boulevard (County Road 540 B), then turn left onto Memorial Boulevard. Shortly after, turn right onto Kathleen Road (County Road 540 A). Continue on Kathleen Road for a few miles, then turn left onto Blackwater Creek Drive. The home at 2973 Blackwater Creek Drive will be on your left. Depending on traffic, the drive should take around 25 minutes.
- Direction Faces: North
School Information
- Elementary School: Griffin Elem
- Middle School: Sleepy Hill Middle
- High School: Kathleen High
Community
- Community Name: 33810 - Lakeland
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Name: Blackwater Creek Estate HOA
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Central
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Cable TV Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected
Structural Information
- Exterior Const.: Block
- Roof: Shingle
- Stories/Levels: One
- Square Feet: 2,394
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Living Area: 2,394 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 2006
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.33
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 14,253
- Lot Size: 14253
- Street/Road Desc.: Concrete
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $270
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Quarterly
- Assoc Fee Desc.: Required
- Tax Amount: $3,894
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: None
- Legal Description: BLACKWATER CREEK ESTATES PB 135 PGS 18-20 LOT 2
- Flood Zone Info: X
- APN: 232734013008000020
- Property ID: 232734013008000020
Listed by Signature Realty Associates
Sold by Ocala Realty World Llc
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Schools
Schools serving 2973 Blackwater Creek Dr
School District:Polk County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Griffin Elementary School, Lakeland, FL 3315 Kathleen Road, Lakeland, FL 33810 | PK-5 | 0.7 mi |
Kathleen Senior High School 1100 Red Devil Way, Lakeland, FL 33815 | 9-12 | 2 mi |
Sleepy Hill Middle School 2215 Sleepy Hill Road, Lakeland, FL 33810 | 6-8 | 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 2973 Blackwater Creek Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/25/2025
Sold
$497,900
-0.4%
MLS
6/26/2025
Price Reduced
$499,900
-1.98%
MLS
6/10/2025
Listed
$510,000
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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.
2973 Blackwater Creek Drive, Lakeland, FL 33810 (MLS# TB8395222) is a Single Family property that was sold at $497,900 on July 25, 2025. Want to learn more about 2973 Blackwater Creek Drive? 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.

