1501 N LAKE HOWARD DR, WINTER HAVEN, FL, 33881
$375,000
Residential
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Bedrooms
3
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Bathrooms
2
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Living Area
2,200 Sqft
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Lot Size
15,412 Sqft
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A rare 1945-lakefront home on Lake Howard along Winter Haven's highly sought-after Chain of Lakes. This central Florida waterfront property offers a 2BR/1BA main home plus a separate 1BR/1BA guesthouse currently used as a rental. The breezeway, (laundry rm), has a doorway from the main house leading into the guesthouse that has been sealed off, but could easily be opened again if a buyer wanted to merge the guesthouse into becoming part of the main home. The historic charm here is truly one of a kind w/ original hardwood floors running through much of the home, arched doorways between the rooms, & even the original front door w/ its antique turn-key doorbell. The living rm is anchored by a wood-burning fireplace w/ deep built-in shelving on each side, while large sweeping windows frame views of Lk Howard. The Florida rm/sun rm features wall-to-wall wrap-around windows, tile floor & a built-in window seat w/ storage, offering panoramic lake views & beautiful sunsets. An ornate stained glass divider leads from the sun rm into the dining rm, which showcases a stunning hand-painted mural of Old Florida lakefront scenery w/ the same blue herons, coots & anhingas you'll see right outside. The bathroom features an arched, tiled walk-in shower w/ a frameless glass enclosure. The spacious kitchen offers tile floors, tile countertops, a gas range, white cabinetry, a pantry & a breakfast-nook area w/ French doors that lead to the separate laundry rm, which features vintage mosaic tile floors & direct access to the brick walkway & the generously sized wrap-around wooden sun deck. The large .35-acre lot offers room for a garden, pool, or a private outdoor retreat. Just behind the main home, the guesthouse has its own charm, w/ a checkerboard woven wood ceiling & painted vintage mosaic tile floors. Its living area has sliders leading to its private covered patio. The guesthouse kitchen includes wood cabinetry, & tile floors while the tiled bathroom offers a step-in shower. The same tenant has called it home for approx. 4 years & rents month-to-month for $800/mo, making it a reliable income-producing property, a private space for guests, or a future extension of the main home. There are 3 carports plus 2 storage rooms. Across the street, your private lakefront features a boat dock w/ electric, newer decking & a boatlift that just needs a motor. This fixer-upper needs some TLC, but w/ this much character & potential on the Chain of Lakes, it is a rare chance to restore a true piece of Winter Haven history. All measurements are approx. & all info should be confirmed by buyer.
Property Details
| Property Features | Property Features | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MLS ID: | MFRP4940266 | Year Built: | 1945 | |
| Appliances: | Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer | Construction Materials: | Brick, Cedar, Frame, Wood Siding | |
| Cooling: | Central Air, Wall/Window Unit(s) | Country: | US | |
| County Or Parish: | Polk | Direction Faces: | South | |
| Exterior Features: | Private Mailbox, Sidewalk, Storage | Fireplace Features: | Living Room, Wood Burning | |
| Flooring: | Ceramic Tile, Wood | Foundation Details: | Crawlspace | |
| Furnished: | Unfurnished | Heating: | Central, Ductless | |
| Laundry Features: | Laundry Room | Levels: | One | |
| Listing Agreement: | Exclusive Right To Sell | Listing Terms: | Cash, Conventional | |
| Lot Features: | Corner Lot, City Limits, Sidewalk, Paved | Occupant Type: | Owner | |
| Other Structures: | Boat House, Guest House, Shed(s), Storage | Patio And Porch Features: | Deck, Wrap Around | |
| Property Condition: | Completed | Property Sub Type: | Single Family Residence | |
| Property Type: | Residential | Road Surface Type: | Paved | |
| Roof: | Metal, Other, Shingle | Sewer: | Public Sewer | |
| Showing Requirements: | Call Listing Agent, Lock Box Coded, See Remarks, ShowingTime | Special Listing Conditions: | None | |
| Standard Status: | Active | State Or Province: | FL | |
| Utilities: | BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Water Connected | View: | Water | |
| Water Source: | Public | Waterfront Features: | Lake Privileges | |
| Rooms | Rooms | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Living Room: | 20x13.5 ft | Dining Room: | 12x11 ft | |
| Kitchen: | 21x10.5 ft | Primary Bedroom: | 13.5x11.5 ft | |
| Bedroom 2: | 12x11.5 ft | Florida Room: | 12x11 ft | |
| Laundry: | 12x10 ft | |||
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