$325,000
129 Lake Otis Road
Winter Haven, FL 33884
Listing updated: May 12, 2026 at 12:38 PM ET
Property type
Year built
Lot size
Price / sq ft
HOA dues
Days on market
Garage spaces
Flood zone
About this home
Short Sale. This charming home is a diamond in the rough, waiting for the right owner to unlock its full potential. Located in a sought-after neighborhood of picturesque red brick homes, this property offers a unique opportunity for those with vision and ambition. This home is being sold as a short sale, making it an ideal project for those looking to invest in a renovation loan and transform it into one of the best investments on the street. Surrounded by beautiful homes with strong property values, this two-level home boasts 5 bedrooms (with potential for a 6th), three bathrooms, and 2579 square feet of living space. Inside, you'll find real hardwood floors, double-paned windows, a cozy wood-burning fireplace, and a double car garage, all situated on a spacious 0.32-acre lot. With a little TLC and creativity, this property has the potential to become a stunning showcase home that stands out in the neighborhood. Don't miss this opportunity to own a piece of Winter Haven's red brick charm and create the home of your dreams. Schedule a showing today and start envisioning the possibilities that await.
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Price & listing history125 days on market
- Status: ActiveJan 7, 2026
- Listed$400,000Jan 7, 2026
- Price reduced$325,000
Facts & features
- Property type
- Residential
- Sub type
- Single Family Residence
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 125
- Subdivision
- Lakewood
- County
- Polk
- Year built
- 1966
- Living area
- 2,579 sq ft
- Price/sq ft
- $126
- Building area
- 3,076 sq ft (Public Records)
- Lot size
- 14,000 sq ft
- Lot category
- 1/4 to less than 1/2
- Flood zone
- x
- Garage
- 2 spaces
- Annual taxes
- $739 (2025)
- Parcel #
- 26-28-27-000000-042300
- Zoning
- R-1
- MLS #
- L4958266
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Interior Details
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Full bathrooms
- 3
- Flooring
- Carpet, Parquet, Tile, Wood
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator
- Interior features
- Ceiling Fans(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom
- Laundry
- Inside, Laundry Room
- Stories / Levels
- Two
- Direction faces
- North
- Fireplace
- Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
Parking
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Attached garage
- Yes
- Parking features
- Boat, Driveway, Parking Pad
HOA & Financial
- HOA fee
- $1,200 / Annually
- Monthly HOA
- $100/mo
- Total monthly fees
- $100/mo
- Total annual fees
- $1,200
- HOA name
- Lakewood Community Association-Michael Cassidy
- CDD
- No
- Homestead exemption
- Yes
- Min lease term
- No Minimum
- Listing terms
- Cash, Conventional, FHA
- Ownership
- Fee Simple
- Available for lease
- Yes
- Lease restrictions
- No
- Additional lease restrictions
- Verify with HOA restrictions
Exterior & Construction
- Construction materials
- Block, Brick, Frame, Wood Siding
- Roof
- Shingle
- Foundation
- Slab
- Road surface
- Paved
Utilities
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Water source
- Public
- Utilities
- BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Public, Water Connected
Community
- Pets allowed
- Yes
Room Details
| Room | Level | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Living Room | Upper | 18x13 |
| Dining Room | Upper | 11x11 |
| Kitchen | Upper | 15x10 |
| Family Room | Second | 26x13 |
| Primary Bedroom | Upper | 25x11 |
| Bedroom 2 | Upper | 11x10 |
| Bedroom 3 | Second | 18x11 |
| Bedroom 4 | Second | 13x13 |
| Bedroom 5 | Second | 11x11 |
Listing Details
- Listing date
- 2026-01-05
- On market date
- 2026-01-07
- Original list price
- $400,000
- Occupant type
- Owner
- Special conditions
- Short Sale
- MLS area
- 33884 - Winter Haven / Cypress Gardens
- Listing AOR
- Lakeland
- Status changed
- 2026-01-07
- Tax legal description
- BEG ON S BNDRY OF SEC 1123 FT W OF S1/4 SEC COR CONT W 100 FT N 140 FT E 100 FT S 140 FT TO POB KNOWN AS TRACT NO 108 OF UNREC S/D LAKEWOOD UNIT #1
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 Downtown Winter Haven, go east on Central Ave, to Lake Elbert Drive SE, go south to 11th Street SE to Lakewood Causeway, go south to Lake Link Road, go to Lake Otis, house on the left.
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