1096 Carefree Cove Drive, FL
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$199,000

1096 Carefree Cove DriveWinter Haven, FL 33881

Listing updated: October 20, 2026 at 4:13 PM ET

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Stellar MLSListing courtesy of Flatfee.Com · Cliff Glansen · MLS #A4710224 · Active · 954-965-3990
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,300
Sq Ft
0.17
Acres
1970
Built
◆$153/sqft◆360° tour
Single Family Residence

Property type

1970

Year built

7,279 sqft

Lot size

$153

Price / sq ft

No HOA

HOA dues

0

Days on market

X

Flood zone

About this home

**PRICED TO SELL! 4 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHROOMS, NO HOA, AND MAJOR UPDATES ALREADY COMPLETED! ** Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to own an affordable home in Winter Haven! This spacious 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers plenty of potential with several major improvements already taken care of, including a **NEW ROOF IN 2022, COMPLETE REPIPE IN 2023, AND NEW WINDOWS IN 2023!** While the home could benefit from some cosmetic updating and personal touches, the big-ticket improvements have already been completed, giving the next owner a great head start. Enjoy the freedom of **NO HOA** and a convenient location near shopping, dining, schools, and major roadways. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer looking to build equity, a buyer wanting to make a home their own, or an investor searching for their next opportunity, this property checks all the boxes! **PRICED EXTREMELY COMPETITIVELY TO REFLECT THE COSMETIC UPDATES NEEDED AND SELL QUICKLY!** Opportunities like this don't come around often at this price point. Schedule your showing today and see the potential for yourself!

Estimated monthly payment

Principal & interest$1,006
Property taxes$188
Home insurance (est.)$91

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

  1. Status: Active
    Oct 20, 2026
  2. Listed$199,000
    Oct 20, 2026

Facts & features

Property type
Residential
Sub type
Single Family Residence
Status
Active
Days on market
0
Subdivision
Carefree Cove
County
Polk
Year built
1970
Living area
1,300 sq ft
Price/sq ft
$153
Building area
1,370 sq ft (Public Records)
Lot size
7,279 sq ft
Lot category
0 to less than 1/4
Flood zone
X (12105C0355G)
Annual taxes
$2,251 (2025)
Parcel #
26-28-08-528700-001220
Zoning
R-1
MLS #
A4710224

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Interior Details

Bedrooms
4
Full bathrooms
2
Flooring
Tile
Appliances
Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
Interior features
Solid Surface Counters
Laundry
Laundry Room
Stories / Levels
One
Direction faces
North

Heating & Cooling

Heating
Central
Cooling
Central Air

Parking

Garage spaces
0
Parking features
Driveway

HOA & Financial

Total monthly fees
None
Total annual fees
None
CDD
No
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
Block, Concrete
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Slab
Road surface
Paved

Utilities

Sewer
Septic Tank
Water source
Public
Utilities
Electricity Connected

Community

Pets allowed
Yes

Schools

ElementaryLake Alfred ElemGreatSchools ↗
High SchoolAuburndale High SchoolGreatSchools ↗

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

RoomLevelDimensions
Living Room
Kitchen
Primary Bedroom

Listing Details

Listing date
2026-10-20
On market date
2026-10-20
Original list price
$199,000
Occupant type
Owner
MLS area
33881 - Winter Haven / Florence Villa
Listing AOR
Sarasota - Manatee
Status changed
2026-10-20
Tax legal description
CAREFREE COVE PB 43 PG 19 LOT 122

Flood risk

Minimal riskFEMA Zone XPanel 12105C0355G

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, head north on US-17 (Lake Alfred Road). Turn right onto Carefree Cove Drive. Continue to the stop sign and turn right to stay on Carefree Cove Drive. Follow the road to 1096 Carefree Cove Drive.

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