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Property Description
Nestled within Highlands Vista, an exclusive gated enclave of just 48 custom homes in one of South Lakeland's most desirable locations, this impeccably maintained 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom pool home offers the perfect combination of elegance, comfort, and modern convenience. Thoughtfully updated and meticulously cared for, this exceptional residence is ready to welcome its next owner. Step through the double doors into a versatile flex space that can serve as a home office, sitting room, playroom, or additional living area, along with a separate formal dining room perfect for entertaining. The gourmet kitchen features granite countertops, a dramatic waterfall island, stainless steel appliances, a farmhouse marble sink, glass tile backsplash, custom cabinetry, skylight, and a custom-built walk-in pantry. The kitchen flows seamlessly into the family room and casual dining area, with French doors leading to the covered lanai and pool area. Natural light fills the home, highlighting the high ceilings, tray ceilings, crown molding, recessed lighting, and architectural details throughout. The split-bedroom floor plan provides privacy for the spacious primary suite, which features French door access to the lanai and pool, dual walk-in closets, beautiful bamboo flooring installed in 2021, and a luxurious en-suite bath with dual granite vanities, a jetted garden tub, walk-in shower with seating, and private water closet. On the opposite side of the home, three additional bedrooms feature wood flooring and are served by two full bathrooms. One bedroom functions as a private guest suite with its own bathroom, dual vanities, walk-in shower, and separate water closet making it ideal for multi-generational living or extended guests. A dedicated office provides additional flexibility for working from home. Outdoor living is equally impressive with a screened lanai, convenient kitchen pass-through serving counter, sparkling pool with child safety gate, repainted pool deck, fully fenced backyard, and a playset that conveys with the home. Whether relaxing poolside or entertaining guests, this backyard is ready to enjoy. Additional upgrades include a remodeled third bathroom, remodeled laundry room, new luxury vinyl plank flooring in the living room (2026), new attic insulation installed in 2024 with a lifetime insulation guarantee, two A/C units, solar attic ventilator, Wi-Fi-enabled irrigation system with rain sensor, a Wi-Fi-capable 3-car garage, a 240V outlet for EV charging, a 50-amp garage subpanel. The washer, dryer (2025), refrigerator (2024), garage freezer, and playset are all included. The roof was replaced in 2019, providing peace of mind for years to come. Conveniently located near the Polk Parkway, shopping, dining, medical facilities, and top-rated schools, this exceptional home offers the perfect blend of luxury, efficiency, and Florida lifestyle living. Virtual tour available. Buyer to verify all measurements and information deemed important
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5453 Highlands Vista Cir
General
- Sold For: $549,000
- HOA FEE: $56/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
- Taxes: $6,721 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
- MLS ID: S5151501
- Added to Site: 126 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Min. Lease: No Minimum
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 13
- Interior Features: Attic Ventilator, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Eating Space In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Kitchen and Family Room Combination, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Skylight(s), Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
- Flooring: Bamboo, Ceramic Tile, Luxury Vinyl, Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Private Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: Child Safety Fence, In Ground, Screen Enclosure
- Security/Safety: Gated Community, Smoke Detector(s)
Exterior
- Exterior Features: French Doors, Irrigation System, Lighting, Rain Gutters
- Deck/Patio: Covered, Patio, Screened
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered, Patio, Screened
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Covered Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Oversized
Location
- Area: 33812 - Lakeland
- County: Polk
- Development Name: 33812 - Lakeland
- Subdivision: HIGHLANDS VISTA
- Driving Directions: Lakeland Highlands Rd to Clubhouse Rd. First right into Highlands Vista. Turn right after gate. Follow road to home on right side.
- Direction Faces: East
School Information
- Elementary School: Valleyview Elem
- Middle School: Lakeland Highlands Middl
- High School: George Jenkins High
Community
- Community Name: 33812 - Lakeland
- Community Features: Community Mailbox, Deed Restrictions, Gated Community - No Guard
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Name: James Allen
- Assoc. Fees Include: Private Road
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Central
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: BB/HS Internet Available, Electricity Connected, Street Lights, Water Connected
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Florida
- Architectural Style: Florida
- Exterior Const.: Block, Stucco
- Roof: Shingle
- Windows: Blinds
- Stories/Levels: One
- Square Feet: 2,869
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Living Area: 2,869 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1995
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.32
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 14,000
- Lot Size: 14000
- Frontage: Street Paved, Private Road
- Street/Road Desc.: Paved, Asphalt
- Fencing (Description): Fenced, Vinyl
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $675
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
- Assoc Fee Desc.: Required
- Tax Amount: $6,721.02
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: None
- Legal Description: HIGHLANDS VISTA PB 98 PG 49 LOT 8
- Flood Zone Info: X
- APN: 242916284552000080
- Property ID: 242916284552000080
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Sold by Keller Williams Realty Smart
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Schools
Schools serving 5453 Highlands Vista Cir
School District:Polk County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Valleyview Elementary School 2900 State Rd 540a E, Lakeland, FL 33813 | PK-5 | 1 mi |
Lakeland Highlands Middle School 740 Lake Miriam Drive, Lakeland, FL 33813 | 6-8 | 2 mi |
George W. Jenkins Senior High School 6000 Lakeland Highlands Road, Lakeland, FL 33813 | 9-12 | 0.5 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 5453 Highlands Vista Cir
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/18/2026
Sold
$549,000
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MLS
6/11/2026
Listed
$549,000
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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.
5453 Highlands Vista Circle, Lakeland, FL 33812 (MLS# S5151501) is a Single Family property that was sold at $549,000 on September 18, 2026. Want to learn more about 5453 Highlands Vista Circle? 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.

