$149,000
219 Polk Avenue
Lake Wales, FL 33853
Listing updated: June 24, 2026 at 6:45 PM ET
Listing courtesy of Stacey Towns Realty Llc · Carmen Montes · MLS #P4938573 · Pending · 863-422-1585Property type
Year built
Lot size
Price / sq ft
HOA dues
Days on market
Flood zone
About this home
Under contract-accepting backup offers. Welcome to this inviting 3-bedroom, 2 baths, nestled in a quiet established neighborhood in Lake Wales. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, downsizing, or looking for an investment opportunity, this home offers comfort, convenience, and classic Florida charm. Conveniently located near downtown Lake Wales, this home offers easy access to: Local shops and dining, Schools and parks, Major roadways for commuting AND Nearby attractions like Bok Tower Gardens. Schedule your private showing today and explore the possibilities this home has.
Local Insight
At $128/sqft for a 1925 home in a town genuinely committed to historic preservation and walkable revival, this is priced to move—likely because it'll need work to meet modern standards, so factor in renovation costs before it feels like the deal it appears. Lake Wales' small-town character and elevation advantage (295 feet above sea level means genuine flood protection) are real draws if you want that Mount Dora vibe without the tourist markup, but you're also looking at a population under 6,000 and a longer commute to Lakeland or Tampa job centers. The no-HOA setup and X flood zone are genuine pluses for a century-old property, but verify the bones before closing—older homes in this price range often hide deferred maintenance.
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Estimated monthly payment
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Price & listing history58 days on market
- Status: PendingJun 24, 2026
- Listed$149,000Apr 27, 2026
- Price increased$149,000
Facts & features
- Property type
- Residential
- Sub type
- Single Family Residence
- Status
- Pending
- Days on market
- 58
- Cumulative DOM
- 89
- Subdivision
- Lake Wales
- County
- Polk
- Year built
- 1925
- Living area
- 1,164 sq ft
- Price/sq ft
- $128
- Building area
- 1,472 sq ft (Public Records)
- Lot size
- 8,991 sq ft
- Lot category
- 0 to less than 1/4
- Flood zone
- X (12105C0565H)
- Annual taxes
- $1,793 (2025)
- Parcel #
- 27-30-01-883000-049122
- Zoning
- C-2
- MLS #
- P4938573
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Interior Details
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full bathrooms
- 2
- Flooring
- Laminate
- Appliances
- Range, Refrigerator
- Interior features
- Open Floorplan
- Laundry
- Inside
- Stories / Levels
- One
- Direction faces
- South
Heating & Cooling
- Heating
- Ductless
- Cooling
- Wall/Window Unit(s)
HOA & Financial
- Total monthly fees
- $0/mo
- Total annual fees
- $0
- CDD
- No
- Min lease term
- No Minimum
- Ownership
- Fee Simple
- Available for lease
- Yes
- Lease restrictions
- No
Exterior & Construction
- Exterior features
- Other
- Construction materials
- Frame
- Roof
- Shingle
- Foundation
- Stilt/On Piling
- Road surface
- Asphalt
Utilities
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water source
- None
- Utilities
- Public
Room Details
| Room | Level | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Bedroom | First | |
| Kitchen | First | |
| Living Room | First |
Listing Details
- Listing date
- 2026-04-22
- On market date
- 2026-04-27
- Original list price
- $149,000
- Occupant type
- Vacant
- MLS area
- 33853 - Lake Wales South
- Listing AOR
- East Polk
- Status changed
- 2026-06-24
- Tax legal description
- LAKE WALES PB 1 PG 88A 88B S1&2 T30 R27 BLK 49 LOT 12 W 50 FT
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 HWY 60 EAST TURN LEFT ON W. POLK AVE 0.03 MILES THE PROPERTY WILL BE ON THE LEFT SIDE
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