$315,000
425 Sessoms Avenue
Lake Wales, FL 33853
Listing updated: June 17, 2026 at 1:05 PM ET
Listing courtesy of Bhhs Florida Properties Group · Wes Fleming · MLS #L4957186 · Active · 863-701-2350Property type
Year built
Lot size
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About this home
Just reduced the price! the seller is motivated on this Versatile Property with Multiple Living Spaces, New Roof, and Endless Possibilities Discover a unique opportunity at 425 E Sessoms Ave in Lake Wales. Situated on a spacious 0.31-acre lot, this property features two solid brick residential buildings and three separate living spaces, offering exceptional flexibility for homeowners, investors, multi-generational families, or anyone seeking additional room for guests, hobbies, or rental income. Main Cottage (425 E Sessoms Ave) This charming standalone 1-bedroom, 1-bath residence offers approximately 685 square feet of comfortable living space. Inside, you’ll find a cozy fireplace and a finished screened porch, creating the perfect spot to relax with morning coffee or unwind at the end of the day. Second Residential Building (427 E Sessoms Ave) The rear building is configured into two separate living areas: * Front Suite: Private 1-bedroom, 1-bath unit with its own entrance and welcoming front porch. * Rear Studio: Secluded studio space featuring a separate side entrance for added privacy. Recent Improvements & Features * Brand-new roof installed in 2024 * Central air conditioning in both residential buildings * Detached storage building with dedicated laundry room * Durable brick construction for low-maintenance ownership * Spacious 0.31-acre lot with room to enjoy outdoor living
Local Insight
At $191/sqft for a 1937 home with an in-law suite, this is solid value in a town where historic character and elevation actually matter—Lake Wales sits 295 feet up on the Ridge, so no flood risk and genuinely different feel from typical Polk County sprawl. The real question is whether you're buying the property itself or the lifestyle: three full baths and an income-producing suite appeal to different buyers, but the age means foundation and mechanical systems need careful inspection, especially in a town where preservation-minded owners tend to hold properties long-term. If you're serious about small-town Florida authenticity over commuter convenience, this price point and the in-law option make it worth the due diligence.
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Price & listing history220 days on market
- Status: ActiveNov 10, 2025
- Listed$375,000Nov 9, 2025
- Price reduced$315,000
Facts & features
- Property type
- Residential
- Sub type
- Single Family Residence
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 220
- Subdivision
- Lake Wales
- County
- Polk
- Year built
- 1937
- Living area
- 1,652 sq ft
- Price/sq ft
- $191
- Building area
- 1,930 sq ft (Public Records)
- Lot size
- 13,464 sq ft
- Lot category
- 1/4 to less than 1/2
- Flood zone
- X (12105C0565H)
- Annual taxes
- $2,877 (2024)
- Parcel #
- 27-30-01-883000-018100
- Zoning
- R-2
- MLS #
- L4957186
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Interior Details
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full bathrooms
- 3
- Flooring
- Laminate, Luxury Vinyl
- Appliances
- Refrigerator
- Interior features
- Other
- Laundry
- None
- Stories / Levels
- One
- Direction faces
- South
- In-law suite
- Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating
- Other
- Cooling
- Central Air
HOA & Financial
- Total monthly fees
- $0/mo
- Total annual fees
- $0
- CDD
- No
- Min lease term
- No Minimum
- Listing terms
- Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
- Ownership
- Fee Simple
- Available for lease
- Yes
- Lease restrictions
- No
Exterior & Construction
- Exterior features
- Other
- Construction materials
- Block
- Roof
- Shingle
- Foundation
- Slab
- Road surface
- Asphalt
Utilities
- Sewer
- Other
- Water source
- None
- Utilities
- Cable Connected, Electricity Connected
Room Details
| Room | Level | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Bedroom | First | |
| Primary Bathroom | First | |
| Bathroom 2 | First | |
| Bathroom 3 | First | |
| Bedroom 2 | First | |
| Living Room | First | |
| Kitchen | First |
Listing Details
- Listing date
- 2025-11-09
- On market date
- 2025-11-09
- Original list price
- $375,000
- Occupant type
- Tenant
- MLS area
- 33853 - Lake Wales South
- Listing AOR
- Lakeland
- Status changed
- 2025-11-10
- Tax legal description
- LAKE WALES PB 1 PG 88A 88B S1&2 T30 R27 BLK 18 LOT 10
Flood risk
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
From US-60, turn north onto 3rd Street. Continue straight and then turn right onto E Sessoms Ave. Property will be on the left.
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