$260,000

540 Columbia Street

Lake Alfred, FL 33850

Active
4
Beds
3
Baths
1,789
Sq Ft
0.17
Acres
1961
Built
$145/sqft360° tour
🏠Single Family Residence

Property type

🏗️1961

Year built

📐7,492 sqft

Lot size

📊$145

Price / sq ft

🏘️No HOA

HOA dues

📅4

Days on market

🌊X

Flood zone

About this home

Short Sale. Short Sale. Charming and Well-Maintained! This spacious 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers 1,789 square feet of comfortable living with tile flooring throughout, crown molding, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances The kitchen features a modern stove with a built-in air fryer, and key appliances — including the stove, washer, dryer, and water heater — are just 2.5 years old. The HVAC system is less than 6 years old, offering peace of mind for years to come, and the roof on both the home and the backyard shed was replaced in 2024. The layout is both functional and unique, featuring one bathroom on a septic system and two on city water. The backyard is perfect for entertaining or relaxing, complete with a built-in park-style grill, a striking 30-foot firepit, a shed, and an additional storage room on the back side of the home. Located just minutes from I-4, you’ll enjoy convenient access to local attractions, shopping, and dining. Don't miss out — schedule your private showing today. This one won’t last!

Estimated monthly payment

Principal & interest$1,315
Property taxes$187
Home insurance (est.)$119

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 history4 days on market

  1. Status: Active
    May 2, 2026
  2. Listed$265,000
    May 1, 2026
  3. Price reduced$260,000

Virtual Tour

Facts & features

Property type
Residential
Sub type
Single Family Residence
Status
Active
Days on market
4
Cumulative DOM
320
Subdivision
Lancaster Shores
County
Polk
Year built
1961
Living area
1,789 sq ft
Price/sq ft
$145
Lot size
7,492 sq ft
Lot category
0 to less than 1/4
Flood zone
X
Annual taxes
$2,242 (2024)
Parcel #
26-27-32-502800-000161
MLS #
O6404222

Interior Details

Bedrooms
4
Full bathrooms
2
Half bathrooms
1
Flooring
Ceramic Tile
Appliances
Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Interior features
Ceiling Fans(s), Crown Molding, Eat-in Kitchen, Walk-In Closet(s)
Laundry
None
Stories / Levels
One
Direction faces
West

Heating & Cooling

Heating
Central
Cooling
Central Air

Parking

Carport
Yes

HOA & Financial

Total monthly fees
$0/mo
Total annual fees
$0
CDD
No
Ownership
Fee Simple
Available for lease
No

Exterior & Construction

Exterior features
None
Construction materials
Stucco
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Slab
Road surface
Paved

Utilities

Sewer
Septic Tank
Water source
Public
Utilities
Cable Available, Electricity Connected

Room Details

RoomLevelDimensions
Primary BedroomFirst
Bedroom 2First
Bathroom 4First
Bathroom 3First
KitchenFirst
Living RoomFirst

Listing Details

Listing date
2026-04-28
On market date
2026-05-01
Original list price
$265,000
Occupant type
Owner
Special conditions
Short Sale
MLS area
33850 - Lake Alfred
Listing AOR
Orlando Regional
Status changed
2026-05-02
Tax legal description
LANCASTER SHORES SUB PB 37 PG14 LOTS 16 W 70 FT & E 5 FT OF 17

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

Go east on W Columbia St. Turn left on S Itasca Ave. Turn right on W Cummings St. Turn right on Shinn Blvd and keep going as it turns into S Lake Shore Way. Then turn left onto US-17 S / Lake Alfred Rd.

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