$735,000
5530 Driftwood Drive
Lakeland, FL 33809
Property type
Year built
Lot size
Price / sq ft
HOA dues
Days on market
Garage spaces
Flood zone
About this home
One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Tucked along the peaceful shores of Lake Gibson, this beautifully updated lakefront home invites you to slow down and enjoy the view. From the moment you arrive, it is clear this 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with a dedicated office has been lovingly maintained and thoughtfully improved, offering timeless charm, modern comfort, and the freedom of no HOA. Inside, natural light fills an open and welcoming floor plan designed for both everyday living and effortless entertaining. The great room and dining space come together around a cozy wood burning fireplace, framed by custom built ins, crown molding, and detailed craftsmanship that adds warmth and character throughout the home. Just beyond, the kitchen serves as the heart of the home with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, rich wood cabinetry, and a cheerful breakfast nook overlooking the yard. A spacious interior laundry room with custom storage adds everyday convenience. The primary suite feels like a private retreat, where French doors open to a quiet patio and stunning lake views. The ensuite bath offers a relaxing garden tub, a separate walk in shower, and two generous closets, including a custom California Closet system. Two additional bedrooms, a full guest bath, and a versatile office provide plenty of space for family, guests, or working from home. One of the home’s most special spaces is the expansive, air conditioned/heated Florida Room, where walls of windows frame breathtaking lake views and create the perfect place to unwind or entertain year round. The possibilities are endless for this space from home gym, bar, homeschool room, game room your choice is yours. Outside, mature landscaping surrounds the property and is maintained with a lake fed irrigation system. A circular driveway, detached storage building with covered porch, and a private dock with covered boat slip complete the lakefront lifestyle. This home sits on over half an acre lot with plenty of room for an amazing lakefront backyard scape of your dreams. With major updates already completed, including a new roof in September 2024, double pane windows, recessed lighting, and updated plumbing and electrical systems, this move in ready home offers peace of mind along with beauty. Ideally located near shopping, dining, recreation, and easy access to I-4, this is lakefront living at its finest. Schedule your private showing and experience it for yourself.
Estimated monthly payment
Estimate only. Taxes use the listing's reported amount where available; insurance is a Florida-average estimate. Your actual payment will vary — run a full calculation or talk to a lender.
Price & listing history137 days on market
- Status: ActiveJan 17, 2026
- Listed$759,000Jan 16, 2026
- Price reduced$735,000
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Facts & features
- Property type
- Residential
- Sub type
- Single Family Residence
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 137
- Cumulative DOM
- 463
- Subdivision
- Gibson Park
- County
- Polk
- Year built
- 1971
- Living area
- 2,632 sq ft
- Price/sq ft
- $279
- Building area
- 3,232 sq ft (Public Records)
- Lot size
- 23,505 sq ft
- Lot category
- 1/2 to less than 1
- Flood zone
- X,AE (12105C0302G)
- Garage
- 2 spaces
- Annual taxes
- $6,226 (2025)
- Parcel #
- 23-27-24-008800-001070
- Zoning
- R-1
- MLS #
- A4678626
Interior Details
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full bathrooms
- 2
- Flooring
- Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Appliances
- Built-In Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Interior features
- Ceiling Fans(s)
- Laundry
- Inside
- Stories / Levels
- One
- Direction faces
- North
- Fireplace
- Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
Parking
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Attached garage
- Yes
- Parking features
- Circular Driveway, Driveway
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
- Additional lease restrictions
- Buyer and buyers agent should confirm all rental restrictions directly with City/County guidelines.
Exterior & Construction
- Exterior features
- Storage
- Construction materials
- Block, Stucco
- Roof
- Shingle
- Foundation
- Slab
- Waterfront
- Yes
- Water access
- Yes
- Water view
- Yes
- Road surface
- Paved
Utilities
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water source
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Room Details
| Room | Level | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Great Room | First | |
| Kitchen | First | |
| Dining Room | First | |
| Primary Bedroom | First | |
| Bedroom 2 | First | |
| Bedroom 3 | First | |
| Office | First | |
| Bonus Room | First |
Listing Details
- Listing date
- 2026-01-15
- On market date
- 2026-01-16
- Original list price
- $759,000
- Occupant type
- Vacant
- MLS area
- 33809 - Lakeland / Polk City
- Listing AOR
- Orlando Regional
- Status changed
- 2026-01-17
- Tax legal description
- GIBSON PARK PB 40 PG 8 BLK A LOT 7
Flood risk
See FEMA for this zone’s designation and insurance requirements.
Source: FEMA flood zone reported on the listing. Confirm current designation at FEMA Flood Map Service Center.
Location
Directions
North on Socrum Loop, West on E. Daughtery Rd to West on Lake Gibson Lane to left on Driftwood Drive to 5530 on the left on Lake Gibson.
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