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$425,000

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 2,439 Sq. Ft.
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Discover refined, low-maintenance living in Lake James, a sought-after gated 55+ community featuring exclusively Ernie White-built homes known for their quality and craftsmanship. Residents enjoy an exceptional lifestyle with access to a clubhouse, fitness center, heated lakeside pool, walking paths, sidewalks, and a secure gated entrance. This "Hollingsworth" model home offers a thoughtfully designed split floor plan with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a dedicated office. From the moment you arrive, the home's curb appeal stands out with stone accents, an impressive elevation, freshly painted exterior and driveway, and lush landscaping. Inside, a welcoming foyer opens to a beautifully detailed interior showcasing the builder's signature touches-crown molding, tray ceilings, French doors, and custom built-ins. Stylish tile flooring, plantation shutters, upgraded fixtures, and ceiling fans enhance both form and function throughout the home. Designed with entertaining in mind, the open main living area features soaring ceilings, a formal dining space, and a generous kitchen that overlooks the family room and casual dining area. Large sliding glass doors flood the space with natural light, frame serene water views, and lead to the covered and screened rear porch-an ideal spot to unwind or host guests. The spacious primary suite serves as a private retreat, offering an oversized bedroom, a spa-inspired en-suite bathroom, and an impressive walk-in closet with custom storage. Additional highlights include intercoms, a security system, double-pane windows, an interior laundry room with sink and cabinetry, and a spotless two-car garage with epoxy flooring and built-in shelving. This move-in-ready home has been meticulously maintained and updated, including a new roof (2022), fresh exterior paint (2024), interior paint (2019), and an 18-SEER HVAC system (2019). GE Profile appliances (2022) and the washer and dryer are included. Enjoy true maintenance-free living with lawn care, landscaping, fertilization, pest control, and basic cable all included, allowing more time for relaxation, community activities, and enjoying the Central Florida lifestyle. Ideally located in Lakeland between Tampa and Orlando, Lake James offers convenient access to theme parks, beaches, dining, and entertainment. Experience the comfort, convenience, and quality of life waiting for you in Lake James.

Full Property Details for 8288 Lake James Dr

General

  • Price: $425,000
  • HOA FEE: $310/month
  • HOA FEE FREQ.: Semi-Annually
  • Taxes: $5,032 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
  • MLS ID: L4958821
  • Updated: 1/27/2026
  • Added to Site: 23 day(s) ago

Rental Information

  • Min. Lease: No Minimum

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 8
  • Interior Features: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Furnishings: Unfurnished
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 2

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room

Additional Information

  • Security/Safety: Gated Community, Security System Owned, Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Irrigation System, Rain Gutters, Sliding Doors
  • Deck/Patio: Covered, Rear Porch, Screened
  • Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered, Rear Porch, Screened

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Attached garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Covered Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener

Location

  • Area: 33810 - Lakeland
  • County: Polk
  • Development Name: 33810 - Lakeland
  • Subdivision: LAKE JAMES PH 01
  • Driving Directions: From North Florida Ave head West onto Banana Road. Left into Lake James, right at first turn off of roundabout, home is on the right.
  • Direction Faces: South

Community

  • Community Name: 33810 - Lakeland
  • Community Features: Lake, Buyer Approval Required, Clubhouse, Community Mailbox, Deed Restrictions, Fitness Center, Gated Community - No Guard, Pool, Sidewalks
  • Association: Yes
  • Assoc. Name: Lake James HOA
  • Assoc. Fees Include: Cable TV, Common Area Taxes, Community Pool, Maintenance Grounds, Pest Control, Recreational Facilities
  • Pet Restrictions: Please confirm restrictions with HOA
  • Adult Community: Yes

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Air
  • Heating Type: Central

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public
  • Utility Description: Cable TV Available, Electricity Connected, Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Info: Traditional
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Builder: Ernie White
  • Exterior Const.: Block, Stone, Stucco
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Windows: Blinds, Thermal Windows, Window Treatments
  • Stories/Levels: One
  • Square Feet: 2,439
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
  • Year Built: 2005

Lot Features

  • Property View: Water
  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.15
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 6,639
  • Lot Size: 6639
  • Frontage: Street Paved
  • Street/Road Desc.: Paved

Water Features

  • Water Front: Yes
  • Water View: Yes
  • Water Front Desc.: Lake, Pond

Financial Considerations

  • Association Fee: $1,860
  • Assoc Fee Freq.: Semi-Annually
  • Assoc Fee Desc.: Required
  • Tax Amount: $5,032
  • Tax Year: 2025

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Special Conditions: None
  • Legal Description: LAKE JAMES PHASE ONE PB 129 PGS 41-42 LOT 2
  • Flood Zone Info: X
  • APN: 232710000829000020
  • Property ID: 232710000829000020

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Schools serving 8288 Lake James Dr

School District:Polk County School District
NameGradesDistance
R. Clem Churchwell Elementary School
8201 Park-Byrd Road, Lakeland, FL 33810
PK-50.4 mi
Kathleen Senior High School
1100 Red Devil Way, Lakeland, FL 33815
9-126.3 mi
Sleepy Hill Middle School
2215 Sleepy Hill Road, Lakeland, FL 33810
6-83.8 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 8288 Lake James Dr Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/27/2026
Listed
$425,000
60.38%
MLS
6/29/2015
Sold
$265,000
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Tax History for 8288 Lake James Dr

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$5,033
64%
$389,265
76%
2024
$3,077
7%
$221,070
3%
2023
$2,869
2%
$214,631
6%
2021
$2,816
—
$202,311
-3%
2022
$2,804
—
$208,380
4%
2021
$2,816
2%
$199,518
2%
2019
$2,753
4%
$195,032
2%
2017
$2,646
—
$191,395
2%
2017
$2,646
1%
$187,458
2%
2016
$2,610
23%
$183,602
25%
2015
$2,116
2%
$147,249
1%
2014
$2,066
—
$146,080
2%
2013
$2,075
—
$143,921
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8288 Lake James Drive, Lakeland, FL 33810 (MLS# L4958821) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 8288 Lake James Drive is currently listed for $425,000 and was received on January 27, 2026. Want to learn more about 8288 Lake James 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.

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