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Property Description
*Seller is motivated- Agents bring your buyers! Welcome to 1561 Lake Howard Dr, a piece of history nestled on an oversized corner lot with large fenced back yard in the heart of Winter Haven. The home sits along the picturesque Northern shores of Lake Howard, part of the "Chain of Lakes", and sought after community of Interlaken. The home offers an impressive 125 feet of LAKE FRONTAGE, ready for the addition of a custom boat dock to provide direct access for you to embrace the quintessential Winter Haven, Florida "Chain Life". This 1920 home offers 5 bedrooms and 2 ½ bathrooms in the main house, with several "bonus" rooms that could easily be used as additional bedrooms or office spaces. The original southern pine and oak floors were refinished to their original beauty in 2023. Some of the additional updated features include NEW WINDOWS in 2017, NEW ROOF in 2018, interior and exterior paint 2018. All of the major components have been addressed, providing you the historic charm with newer modern conveniences. There is also a studio style guest room/apartment attached to the garage with a private bathroom and separate entrance with a screened in porch. The home is located within close proximity to top-rated schools, fine dining and shopping in the charming downtown Winter Haven, as well as recreational amenities that surround the area. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of Winter Haven's storied past- schedule your private showing today and start enjoying your very own front porch sunsets.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1561 N Lake Howard Dr
General
- Sold For: $515,000
- Taxes: $2,761 (2023)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
- MLS ID: P4930252
- Added to Site: 625 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Min. Lease: No Minimum
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 7
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, High Ceilings, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Family Room, Wood Burning
- Appliances: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Closet
Exterior
- Exterior Features: French Doors, Irrigation System, Lighting, Private Mailbox, Rain Gutters, Sidewalk
- Deck/Patio: Rear Porch
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Rear Porch
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Covered Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, On Street
Location
- Area: 33881 - Winter Haven / Florence Villa
- County: Polk
- Development Name: 33881 - Winter Haven / Florence Villa
- Subdivision: INTERLAKEN ADD
- Driving Directions: From Hwy 17 heading south, turn right at McDonald's toward Lake Howard, turn to the right to follow to the north side of the lake. Home is at the corner of 16th St NW and Lake Howard Dr. Parking is on the side of the house or front/side yard.
- Direction Faces: South
School Information
- Elementary School: Inwood Elem
- Middle School: Westwood Middle
- High School: Winter Haven Senior
Community
- Community Name: 33881 - Winter Haven / Florence Villa
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Central, Electric, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water District: LAKE HOWARD
- Water: Canal/Lake For Irrigation, Public
- Utility Description: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Structural Information
- Exterior Const.: Stucco, Wood Frame
- Basement Desc.: Exterior Entry
- Roof: Shingle
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows, Insulated Windows, Low-Emissivity Windows
- Stories/Levels: Two
- Square Feet: 3,708
- Sq. Ft. Source: Owner
- Living Area: 3,708 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1920
Lot Features
- Property View: Water
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.43
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 18,848
- Lot Size: 18848
- Lot Dimensions: 125 x 130
- Street/Road Desc.: Asphalt
- Fencing (Description): Vinyl
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Water View: Yes
- Water Access: Yes
- Water Access Desc: Lake, Lake - Chain of Lakes
- Water Extras: Yes
- Water Front Name: LAKE HOWARD
- Water Front Desc.: Lake, Lake - Chain of Lakes
Financial Considerations
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
- Assoc Fee Desc.: None
- Tax Amount: $2,761.41
- Tax Year: 2023
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: None
- Legal Description: INTERLAKEN ADD PB 3 PG 75 S19/20 T28 R26 LOT 28 LESS E 25 FT & LAND LYING BETWEEN R/W & LAKE BOUNDED ON E BY W LINE OF E 25 FT OF LOT 28 & ON W BY W LINE OF LOT 28 IF EXTENDED SLY TO LAKE & INTERLAKEN ADD PB 3 PG 75 S19/20 T28 R26 LOTS 29 & 30 AND A STRIP OF LAND LYING S OF LOTS 29 & 30 BETWEEN NORTH LAKE HOWARD DR AND THE WATER EDGE OF LAKE HOWARD
- Flood Zone Info: X
- APN: 262819553673000290
- Property ID: 262819553673000290
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Schools
Schools serving 1561 N Lake Howard Dr
School District:Polk County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Inwood Elementary School 2200 Avenue G Northwest, Winter Haven, FL 33880 | PK-5 | 0.6 mi |
Westwood Middle School, Winter Haven, FL 3520 Avenue J Northwest, Winter Haven, FL 33881 | 6-8 | 1.5 mi |
Winter Haven Senior High School 600 6th Street Southeast, Winter Haven, FL 33880 | 9-12 | 2.1 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 1561 N Lake Howard Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/21/2025
Sold
$515,000
-14.02%
MLS
11/24/2024
Price Reduced
$599,000
-7.42%
MLS
11/20/2024
Price Reduced
$647,000
-0.31%
MLS
8/11/2024
Price Reduced
$649,000
-4.14%
MLS
7/10/2024
Price Reduced
$677,000
-2.17%
MLS
5/03/2024
Listed
$692,000
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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.
1561 N Lake Howard Drive, Winter Haven, FL 33881 (MLS# P4930252) is a Single Family property that was sold at $515,000 on March 21, 2025. Want to learn more about 1561 N Lake Howard Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Winter Haven? You can browse all Winter Haven real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

