Stellar MLS

$39,000

Shady Oaks Dr

Lake Wales, FL 33898

Listing updated: February 24, 2026 at 12:46 AM ET

Active
0
Baths
1.56
Acres
1.56 acres$1/sqft
Land

Property type

68,015 sqft

Lot size

$1

Price / sq ft

No HOA

HOA dues

146

Days on market

X

Flood zone

About this home

A 1.56-acre vacant lot on Shady Oaks Drive in Lake Wales, FL 33898. "Zoning: RC" This generous parcel offers plenty of space for a future expansion, all within a serene and well-established neighborhood. Conveniently located near schools, shopping, dining, and major roadways, the property combines peaceful country living with easy access to everyday amenities. A great opportunity for builders, or investors, seeking a sizable lot in the growing Lake Wales area. Pin Location: Latitude 27.81797844, Longitude -81.25168132. Note: buyers I emphasize the importance of conducting thorough due diligence to ensure that the property meets your expectations and requirements.

Local Insight

At $39,000 for 1.56 acres in a town deliberately built around heritage and elevation rather than sprawl, this is genuinely cheap land, but you need to understand what you're buying into—Lake Wales has zoning and character restrictions specifically designed to protect its small-town identity, so development potential may be limited compared to raw acreage elsewhere in Polk County. The X flood zone is a major plus (no flood insurance required), and the elevation advantage is real, but this parcel's actual value depends entirely on what the town allows you to do with it, so zoning verification and the local development review process are essential first steps before committing.

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Estimated monthly payment

Principal & interest$197
Property taxes$1
Home insurance (est.)$18

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Price & listing history146 days on market

  1. Status: Active
    Oct 1, 2025
  2. Listed$39,000
    Dec 30, 2024
  3. Price increased$39,000

Facts & features

Property type
Land
Status
Active
Days on market
146
County
Polk
Price/sq ft
$1
Lot size
68,015 sq ft
Lot category
1 to less than 2
Flood zone
X
Annual taxes
$10 (2023)
Parcel #
31-31-05-000000-033130
Zoning
RC
MLS #
O6267587

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HOA & Financial

Total monthly fees
$0/mo
Total annual fees
$0
Ownership
Fee Simple

Exterior & Construction

Road surface
Dirt

Utilities

Sewer
None
Water source
None
Utilities
Other

Listing Details

Listing date
2024-12-30
On market date
2024-12-30
Original list price
$39,000
MLS area
33898 - Lake Wales
Listing AOR
Suncoast Tampa
Status changed
2025-10-01
Tax legal description
W1/2 OF NW1/4 OF SW1/4 OF NW1/4 OF NW1/4

Flood risk

Minimal riskFEMA Zone X

Minimal-risk area outside the mapped floodplain. Flood insurance is optional and typically low-cost.

Source: FEMA flood zone reported on the listing. Confirm current designation at FEMA Flood Map Service Center.

Location

Directions

255 N Wilson Ave Head north on N Wilson Ave toward E St 0.5 mi Turn right onto US-98 S 0.3 mi Turn right onto FL-60 E (signs for Lake Wales/Vero Bch) Pass by AutoZone Auto Parts (on the left in 15.3 mi) 15.4 mi Keep right to continue on FL-60 E/W Polk Ave Continue to follow FL-60 E Pass by Pizza Hut (on the right in 0.4 mi) 24.7 mi Turn left onto Grape Hammock Rd 0.8 mi Turn left onto Shady Oak Dr 0.8 mi Continue onto Shady Oaks Camp St 0.2 mi Turn right to stay on Shady Oaks Camp St 456 ft Turn left onto Shady Oaks Dr 0.3 mi Shady Oaks Dr, Florida 33898

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