Price Reduction - Waterfront
Address
1475 S Lake Howard Drive, WINTER HAVEN, FL
Price
$ 520,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#L4963275
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyPolk
- CityWINTER HAVEN
- AreaWinter Haven/Eloise/JPV/Wahnetta
- NeighborhoodHANNA SUB
- Zip33880
- StyleRanch
- Year Built1954
- Taxes$ 6199
- Price$ 520,000
- Bedrooms4
- Full Bathrooms3
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage2118
- Lot Size0.47 Acres
Data Source:
Stellar MLS
Property Description
Virtually Staged. Welcome to the Chain Life! Situated on a spacious 0.47-acre lot with no HOA, this beautifully updated lakefront property on Lake Howard offers a rare opportunity to enjoy life on the renowned Winter Haven Chain of Lakes. One of the home's most desirable features is the beautifully remodeled studio-style guest suite with its own private entrance and en-suite bathroom. Complete with a wood-burning fireplace and ample space to add a kitchenette, this versatile space is ideal as a mother-in-law suite, private guest quarters, home office, or game room. This property would make a great short term rental for VRBO or Airbnb! The main residence features 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths with numerous updates throughout. The renovated kitchen showcases new cabinetry, beautiful granite countertops, a stainless steel range and microwave, breakfast bar seating, and picturesque views of the backyard. Wood flooring flows through the spacious living areas, including formal living and dining rooms, an open kitchen, and a comfortable family room designed for both everyday living and entertaining. The primary suite offers a private en-suite bathroom with a walk-in shower and access to the beautifully remodeled guest bathroom that features a relaxing tub. Fresh interior paint and numerous recent improvements make the home truly move-in ready. Additional features include a well-equipped laundry room with cabinetry, utility sink, and a refrigerator, an oversized 24' x 26' two-car garage with built-in storage closets, rain gutters, a lake-fed irrigation system, a deep driveway with plenty of parking, and two A/C systems installed in 2021 and 2023. Step outside and enjoy the Florida lifestyle. Relax with your morning coffee on the covered front porch overlooking Lake Howard, or entertain family and friends on the expansive concrete patio overlooking the spacious backyard. Across the street, your private dock provides direct access to Lake Howard and the famous Winter Haven Chain of Lakes, connecting you to 20 navigable lakes. Spend your days boating to waterfront restaurants and bars, watching seasonal Legoland fireworks from the water, seeing seaplanes take off from Lake Jessie, or visiting the Moose Lodge for dining and social events, all which area accessible by boat. Conveniently located between Tampa and Orlando, Winter Haven offers easy access to major airports, Gulf and Atlantic beaches, and a vibrant downtown filled with locally owned restaurants, craft cocktail bars, a brewery, boutiques, and a popular weekly farmers market. Don't just live on the water—experience the unmatched lifestyle of the Winter Haven Chain of Lakes. Schedule your private showing today.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Shipp Elem Elementary School | Denison Middle Middle School | Lake Region High High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 7/6/2026 | Listed $525,000 |
| 8/26/2026 | 1$520,000 |
General Features
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
|---|---|
| Heating | Central,Electric |
| Cooling | Central Air,Mini-Split Unit(s) |
| Utilities | BB/HS Internet Available,Cable Available,Electricity Connected,Public,Sewer Connected,Water Connected |
| Possession | Close Of Escrow |
| Roof | Other,Shingle |
| Appliances | Dishwasher,Disposal,Electric Water Heater,Microwave,Range,Refrigerator,Washer |
| Zoning | R-1C |
| Garage Spaces | 2 |
| Patio/Porch Features | Covered,Front Porch,Patio,Rear Porch |
| Architectural Style | Ranch |
| Construction Materials | Block,Stucco |
| Pets Allowed | Cats OK,Dogs OK,Yes |
| Year Built | 1954 |
| View | Water |
| Levels | One |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Ownership | Fee Simple |
| Waterfront Features | Lake Front,Lake - Chain of Lakes |
| County | Polk |
| New Construction | false |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Attached Garage | true |
| Subdivision Name | HANNA SUB |
| Facing Direction | North |
| Garage Y/N | true |
| Total Rooms | 14 |
| Full Baths | 3 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | Located on the south side of Lake Howard. From 6th St, Hwy 17, take Central Ave towards Lake Howard. Make a left on Lake Howard Dr SW and follow around to the south side of the lake. The home is across the street from the lake, house number 1475. |
| High School | Lake Region High |
| City | WINTER HAVEN |
| Body of Water | LAKE HOWARD |
| Senior Community Y/N | false |
| MLS Area | 33880 - Winter Haven/Eloise/JPV/Wahnetta |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 20647 |
| Carport Y/N | false |
| Listing Terms | Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan |
| Elementary School | Lake Shipp Elem |
| Land Lease Y/N | false |
| Tax Annual Amount | 6199 |
| Middle/Junior High School | Denison Middle |
| Additional Parcels Y/N | false |
| Lease Considered Y/N | true |
| Building Area Units | Square Feet |
| Living Area Units | Square Feet |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Occupancy Type | Vacant |
| Tax Lot | 3 |
| Legal Description | HANNA SUB UNIT NO 1 PB 35 PG 31 LOTS 3 & 3A |
| Water View | Lake,Lake - Chain of Lakes |
| Water Access Type | Lake,Lake - Chain of Lakes |
| Minimum Lease | 1-7 Days |
| Water Access Y/N | true |
| Additional Rooms | Family Room,Formal Dining Room Separate,Formal Living Room Separate,Inside Utility,Interior In-Law Suite w/Private Entry |
| ILS Total SQFT | 720 |
| ILS Under Air SQFT | 720 |
| Water View Y/N | true |
| Flood Zone Code | X, AE |
| In Law Suite YN | true |
| In Law Suite Description | Attached,Private Entrance,Studio |
| Flood Zone Code X | Yes |
| DockY/N | true |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Built-in Features,Ceiling Fan(s),Eating Space In Kitchen,Living Room/Dining Room Combo,Solid Surface Counters,Stone Counters |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Carpet,Ceramic Tile,Hardwood |
| Furnished Y/N | Unfurnished |
| Fireplace Features | Other Room,Wood Burning |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Window Features | Blinds |
| Fireplace Y/N | true |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Laundry Features | Electric Dryer Hookup,Laundry Room,Washer Hookup |
| Total Bedrooms | 4 |
| LivingAreaSource | Public Records |
| Total Baths | 4 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Irrigation System,Private Mailbox,Rain Gutters,Sidewalk,Sliding Doors |
|---|---|
| Vegetation | Mature Landscaping,Trees/Landscaped |
| Parking Features | Driveway,Garage Door Opener,Guest,Oversized |
| Lot Features | City Lot,Landscaped,Level,Oversized Lot,Sidewalk |
| Water Source | Public |
| Lot Size Area | 20647 |
| Foundation Details | Slab |
| Building Area Total | 3022 |
| Lot Dimensions | 100 x 205 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.47 |
| Road Surface Type | Paved,Asphalt |
| Private Pool | false |
| Waterfront Y/N | true |
| Covered Spaces | 2 |
| Road Frontage Type | Street Paved |
| Road Responsibility | Public Maintained Road |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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