1561 North Lake Howard Drive

Winter Haven, FL 33881

$599,000
Price
5
Beds
2
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
3,708 Sq. Ft.
$162 / Sq. Ft.
3,708
Sq. Ft.
$162
per Sq. Ft.

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...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.
  1. Listed by Suzie Rudd • KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY SMART 1

Property Details for 1561 North Lake Howard Drive

Subdivision Name
INTERLAKEN ADD
Township
28
Garage Spaces
2
View
Water
Waterfront
Yes
Water View
Lake, Lake - Chain of Lakes
LISTING UPDATED: 11/24/2024 01:04 PM

Property Details for 1561 North Lake Howard Drive

StatusActive
MLS #P4930252
Days on Market202
Taxes$2,761 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1920
Lot Size0.43 AC / 18,848 SF
CountyPolk County

Building Information for 1561 North Lake Howard Drive

Stories2Year Built1920Building Size-Lot Size0.43 AC / 18,848 SF

Property Information for 1561 North Lake Howard Drive

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Building Area Source: Owner
  • Building Area Total: 3970.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Direction Faces: South
  • 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.
  • Elementary School: Inwood Elem
  • Middle Or Junior School: Westwood Middle
  • High School: Winter Haven Senior
  • Mls Major Change Type: Price Decrease
  • Listing Service: Full Service
  • Senior Community: No
  • Unit Number: No
  • Street Number: 1561
  • Street Direction Prefix: N
  • Street Name: LAKE HOWARD
  • Street Suffix: DRIVE
  • State: FL
  • City: WINTER HAVEN
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Available For Lease: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, On Street
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Requirement: None
  • Association: No
  • CDD: No
  • Tax Book Number: 3-75
  • Tax 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
  • Tax Lot: 28
  • Tax Year: 2023
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Property
Lot Information
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Additional Water Information: Home is across Lake Howard Dr, but there is 125' of deeded lake frontage and access
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Historic District, In City Limits, Oversized Lot
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 125x130
  • Parcel Number: 26-28-19-553673-000290
  • Total Acreage: 1/4 to less than 1/2
  • Water Access: Lake, Lake - Chain of Lakes
  • Water Access: Yes
  • Water Body Name: LAKE HOWARD
  • Water Extras: Skiing Allowed
  • Water Extras: Yes
  • Water: Skiing Allowed
  • Water Frontage Feet Lake: 125
  • Water Frontage Feet Lake Chain: 125
  • Zoning: R-1A
  • Living Area: 3708
  • Lot Dimensions: 125x130
  • ILS Total SQFT: 200.0
  • ILS Under Air SQFT: 200.0
Property and Assessments
  • Year Built Numeric: 1920
  • Flood Zone Code: X
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Homestead: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Public Survey Range: 26
  • Public Survey Section: 19
  • Dock YN: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Canal/Lake For Irrigation, Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Stucco, Wood Frame
  • Exterior Features: French Doors, Irrigation System, Lighting, Private Mailbox, Rain Gutters, Sidewalk
  • Fencing: Vinyl
  • Foundation Details: Basement, Crawlspace
  • Levels: Two
  • Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch
  • Pool Private: No
  • Pool: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront Features: Lake, Lake - Chain of Lakes
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 250
  • Number Of Stories: 2
Interior Features
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus Room, Den/Library/Office, Garage Apartment, Inside Utility
  • Appliances: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Vinyl, Wood
  • Heating: Central, Electric, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fans(s), Crown Molding, High Ceiling(s), Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Closet
  • Living Area Source: Owner
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Count: 7.0
  • Water View: Yes
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows, ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows, Insulated Windows, Low Emissivity Windows
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions 1: 13x17
  • Room Flooring 1: Carpet
  • Room Length 1: 17.0
  • Room Level 1: First
  • Room Type 1: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width 1: 13.0
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions 2: 13x14
  • Room Flooring 2: Wood
  • Room Length 2: 14.0
  • Room Level 2: First
  • Room Type 2: Dining Room
  • Room Width 2: 13.0
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions 3: 21x10
  • Room Flooring 3: Ceramic Tile
  • Room Length 3: 10.0
  • Room Level 3: First
  • Room Type 3: Family Room
  • Room Width 3: 21.0
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions 4: 13x12
  • Room Features 4: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Room Flooring 4: Laminate
  • Room Length 4: 12.0
  • Room Level 4: First
  • Room Type 4: Kitchen
  • Room Width 4: 13.0
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions 5: 10x10
  • Room Flooring 5: Wood
  • Room Length 5: 10.0
  • Room Level 5: First
  • Room Type 5: Den
  • Room Width 5: 10.0
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions 6: 15x15
  • Room Flooring 6: Wood
  • Room Length 6: 15.0
  • Room Level 6: First
  • Room Type 6: Office
  • Room Width 6: 15.0
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions 7: 22x13
  • Room Flooring 7: Wood
  • Room Length 7: 13.0
  • Room Level 7: First
  • Room Type 7: Living Room
  • Room Width 7: 22.0

Property History for 1561 North Lake Howard Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 1561 North Lake Howard Drive

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2023$1,420 ($118 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Total Finished SqFt2,405 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,405 SqFtStories2Lot Size18,848 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1924ZoningR-1ACountyPOLKAPN262819553673000290Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1561 North Lake Howard Drive

This home is within Polk.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - PK to 5
Public - PK to 8
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Frank E. Brigham Academy
PublicPK to 5

Inwood Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Jewett School Of The Arts
PublicPK to 8

Jewett Middle Academy Magnet
Public6 to 8

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1561 North Lake Howard Drive is a single family home for sale in Winter Haven, FL 33881. This property was listed for sale on May 3, 2024 by KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY SMART 1, it's currently listed at $599,000. This listing's school district is Polk. Nearby schools include Frank E. Brigham Academy, Inwood Elementary School and Jewett School Of The Arts. 1561 North Lake Howard Drive is a 5-bed, 2.5-bath, 3,708 sqft single family home built in 1920.

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Listing Courtesy of KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY SMART 1, Suzie Rudd

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