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Property Description
Welcome to 766 Bates Ave SW in Winter Haven-a charming and move-in ready home offering views of Lake Howard right from your front yard. With great curb appeal and a fantastic location just a short stroll to downtown shops and restaurants, this home is ideal for first-time buyers, people downsizing, or investors looking for a solid rental property. Best of all, there's no HOA to worry about! Step inside to find beautifully refinished hardwood floors that add warmth and character throughout, paired with new tile flooring in the kitchen and bathroom for easy maintenance. The home features two spacious bedrooms, each with oversized closets and ceiling fans, and a fully updated bathroom with newer tile, tub, sink, and fixtures. The kitchen has been completely renovated with updated cabinets, fixtures, and stainless steel appliances-including a range, refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, and disposal-making it a great space for cooking and entertaining. You'll also find a separate dedicated laundry room with a updated washer, dryer, hot water heater, and extra storage. Other highlights include smart home technology (thermostat and doorbell), a carport, a freshly painted interior/exterior, new landscaping with irrigation (fed by a well), a transferable alarm system, and a transferable termite. Winter Haven is located in Central Florida, offering easy access to both Tampa and Orlando (1-1.5 hour each way), and it's within about 1 hour of the Disney Parks. Winter Haven is a growing town with a charming downtown area, excellent restaurants, medical facilities, shopping, and churches all nearby. This is a wonderful opportunity to own a well-updated home in a prime location-schedule your showing today!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 766 Bates Ave SW
General
- Sold For: $207,000
- Taxes: $1,867 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
- MLS ID: S5130956
- Added to Site: 184 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Min. Lease: No Minimum
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 5
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Window Treatments
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Security System
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Irrigation System, Lighting, Private Mailbox, Storage
Parking
- Carports: Yes
- Carport: 1
- Carport Spaces: 1
- Covered Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Driveway
Location
- Area: 33880 - Winter Haven/Eloise/JPV/Wahnetta
- County: Polk
- Development Name: 33880 - Winter Haven/Eloise/JPV/Wahnetta
- Subdivision: SUNSET PARK
- Driving Directions: From HWY 17 going S, take a right onto Bates Ave SW. Home is down the road on the L hand side.
- Direction Faces: North
Community
- Community Name: 33880 - Winter Haven/Eloise/JPV/Wahnetta
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Central
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Electricity Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Structural Information
- Exterior Const.: Block
- Roof: Shingle
- Windows: Blinds
- Stories/Levels: One
- Square Feet: 992
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Living Area: 992 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1953
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.15
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 6,347
- Lot Size: 6347
- Street/Road Desc.: Asphalt
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $1,867
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: None
- Legal Description: SUNSET PARK PB 21 PG 46 LOTS 17 THRU 19 N 84 FT
- Flood Zone Info: X
- APN: 262829633500000171
- Property ID: 262829633500000171
Listed by Re/Max Heritage Professionals
Sold by Olympus Executive Realty Inc
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Schools
Schools serving 766 Bates Ave SW
School District:Polk County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Lake Shipp Elementary School 250 Camellia Drive, Winter Haven, FL 33880 | PK-5 | 1.7 mi |
Denison Middle School 400 Avenue A Southeast, Winter Haven, FL 33880 | 6-8 | 0.9 mi |
Winter Haven Senior High School 600 6th Street Southeast, Winter Haven, FL 33880 | 9-12 | 1.2 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 766 Bates Ave SW
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/30/2025
Sold
$207,000
-5.91%
MLS
7/16/2025
Listed
$220,000
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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.
766 Bates Avenue SW, Winter Haven, FL 33880 (MLS# S5130956) is a Single Family property that was sold at $207,000 on September 30, 2025. Want to learn more about 766 Bates Avenue SW? 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.

