
$465,000
1515 Leighton Avenue
Lakeland, FL 33803
Listing updated: September 6, 2026 at 8:02 PM ET
Property type
Year built
Lot size
Price / sq ft
HOA dues
Days on market
Flood zone
About this home
Welcome to 1515 Leighton Avenue, where classic Lakeland character, an oversized lot, and an incredibly convenient location come together. Tucked away on a quiet dead-end street with NO HOA and no flood zone, this spacious 4-bedroom, 2-bath home sits on more than one-third of an acre and offers the space, flexibility, and charm that can be difficult to find this close to the heart of Lakeland. Step inside to a freshly updated interior featuring new interior paint throughout and beautifully resurfaced and sealed original terrazzo flooring, preserving the home's mid-century character while giving the space a fresh, clean feel. New windows bring in abundant natural light and energy efficiency, while a vintage fireplace and built-in bookshelves add the kind of architectural personality you simply don't find in every home. The versatile floor plan provides plenty of room to spread out, with a formal living room and dining room, separate family room, and a large sunroom that offers even more space for entertaining, relaxing, working from home, or creating a playroom or hobby area. One of the home's most unique features is the oversized laundry and pantry area, complete with built-in storage and enough additional room for a workshop, craft or sewing area, hobby space, or exceptional household storage. The roof and HVAC system are both less than five years old, adding valuable updates to an already well-built home. Outside, the more than one-third-acre homesite provides generous front and back yards with plenty of room to garden, entertain, play, or simply enjoy the extra outdoor space. With no HOA, you'll also have added flexibility to make the property work for your lifestyle. And the location is hard to beat. Publix is right around the corner, with Downtown Lakeland, Lake Hollingsworth, local parks, schools, medical facilities, shopping, dining, and entertainment all conveniently accessible. Quick access to the Polk Parkway makes traveling throughout Central Florida even easier. If you've been searching for a 4-bedroom home in Lakeland with no HOA, a large lot, mid-century character, terrazzo floors, and convenient access to Downtown Lakeland, 1515 Leighton Avenue delivers a combination of location, space, character, and recent improvements that deserves to be seen in person.
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 history0 days on market
- Status: ActiveSep 6, 2026
- Listed$465,000Sep 6, 2026
- Price increased$465,000
Facts & features
- Property type
- Residential
- Sub type
- Single Family Residence
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 0
- Subdivision
- Rugby Estates
- County
- Polk
- Year built
- 1965
- Living area
- 3,151 sq ft
- Price/sq ft
- $148
- Building area
- 3,722 sq ft (Public Records)
- Lot size
- 16,200 sq ft
- Lot category
- 1/4 to less than 1/2
- Flood zone
- x (12105C0320G)
- Annual taxes
- $3,470 (2025)
- Parcel #
- 24-28-29-253900-002030
- Zoning
- RA-1
- MLS #
- L4964459
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Interior Details
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full bathrooms
- 2
- Flooring
- Terrazzo
- Appliances
- Built-In Oven, Dishwasher, Dryer, Range, Washer
- Interior features
- Thermostat
- Laundry
- Inside, Laundry Room
- Stories / Levels
- One
- Direction faces
- East
- Fireplace
- Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
Parking
- Parking features
- Covered, Driveway
- Carport
- Yes
HOA & Financial
- Total monthly fees
- $0/mo
- Total annual fees
- $0
- CDD
- No
- Homestead exemption
- Yes
- 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
- Lighting
- Construction materials
- Brick
- Roof
- Shingle
- Foundation
- Slab
- Road surface
- Asphalt, Paved
Utilities
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water source
- Public
- Utilities
- Electricity Available
Community
- Pets allowed
- Yes
Schools
Letter grades: Florida DOE 2024–25 school grades (Orange, Seminole, Lake, Osceola, Brevard). Assigned schools from the listing agent — verify enrollment with the district.
Room Details
| Room | Level | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Living Room | First | 24x14 |
| Kitchen | First | 12x15 |
| Primary Bedroom | First | 20x18 |
Listing Details
- Listing date
- 2026-08-27
- On market date
- 2026-09-06
- Original list price
- $465,000
- Occupant type
- Owner
- MLS area
- 33803 - Lakeland
- Listing AOR
- Suncoast Tampa
- Status changed
- 2026-09-06
- Tax legal description
- RUGBY ESTATES PB 46 PG 27 BLK B LOT 3
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 Bartow Road, turn west onto Crystal Lake Drive. Turn left onto Leighton Ave. The property will be on your right.
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