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  • $675,000

    1256 Center St, Lake Wales, FL 33859

    3beds
    2,108sqft
    : 
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1991
    8.51 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $320/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Lakefront settingLakefront homeNewer flooring
    Looking for a lakefront home with acreage in Central Florida where you can escape the noise of city life? Welcome to a peaceful retreat at 1256 Center St in Lake Wales, set on approximately 8.51 beautiful acres of lakefront land where privacy, nature, and wide-open space create a setting that feels worlds away from the hustle of town. Imagine mornings with coffee overlooking the water, afternoons watching wildlife move across the property, and evenings where the sky turns orange and pink as the sun sets across the lake. A portion of your lot sits across the street and is zoned for horses and other livestock for your enjoyment. The current owners love watching the rocket launches that happen directly across Lake Annie. Looking to grow a vegetable or herb garden? Your friendly neighbor Bonnie Plants can help you out since their nursery delivers to retailers like Lowe's and Home Depot. Properties like this offer the kind of lifestyle many buyers dream about but rarely find. Homes with acreage and lake frontage in Lake Wales and Polk County are increasingly hard to come by, especially those that provide both space and water in one setting. Inside, the home offers warm and inviting living spaces filled with natural light, with large windows that bring the outdoors in and provide constant views of the surrounding land and water. The layout makes it easy to host family gatherings, relax with friends, or simply enjoy the quiet beauty of the landscape. Step outside and the lifestyle truly opens up. With 8.51 acres to explore, there is room to garden, entertain, watch wildlife, or simply enjoy the peace and privacy that comes with owning land. The lakefront setting adds another dimension to everyday living, creating opportunities for fishing, kayaking, and unforgettable sunset evenings by the water. You will also appreciate several key updates including a newer roof installed in 2020, newer flooring, updated HVAC components, copper plumbing lines, and copper electrical wiring. If you have been searching for a Florida lakefront home with acreage where life slows down and nature takes center stage, this is a property you will want to experience in person. Schedule your private showing and come see why this peaceful Lake Wales retreat may be exactly what you have been waiting for.
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    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: March 14, 2026 at 04:23am

    Listing Provided by:

    Michael Collier 407-863-3401,

    EXP REALTY LLC 407-392-1800

    Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: O6382408MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Orlando Regional

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 260.89 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 19.9x13.11
      Bedroom 2
      • Features: Built-in Closet
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 135.72 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 11.6x11.7
      Bedroom 3
      • Features: Built-in Closet
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 138.06 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 11.8x11.7
      Dining room
      • Level: First
      • Area: 178.16 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 13.1x13.6
      Family room
      • Level: First
      • Area: 270.48 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 19.6x13.8
      Kitchen
      • Level: First
      • Area: 103.23 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 9.3x11.1
      Living room
      • Level: First
      • Area: 208.38 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 15.1x13.8
      Loft
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 186.3 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 11.5x16.2
      Heating
      • Electric
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
      • Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Washer Hookup
      Features
      • Ceiling Fan(s), Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s)
      • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Laminate
      • Doors: French Doors
      • Windows: ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      • Fireplace features: Living Room
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 3,048
      • Total interior livable area: 2,108 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Driveway
      • Attached garage spaces: 2
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Patio & porch: Screened, Wrap Around
      • Has private pool: Yes
      • Pool features: In Ground, Screen Enclosure
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Water, Lake
      • Has water view: Yes
      • Water view: Water,Lake
      Lot
      • Size: 8.51 Acres
      • Features: Pasture, Zoned for Horses
      • Residential vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Trees/Landscaped
      Details
      • Parcel number: 272904000000012020
      • Zoning: RC
      • Special conditions: None

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Cabin
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • HardiPlank Type, Wood Frame
      • Foundation: Slab
      • Roof: Shingle
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1991

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Septic Tank
      • Water: Well
      • Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Pet fee: $0 monthly
      • Subdivision: NOT IN SUBDIVISION
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Lake Wales

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $320/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $393,805
      • Annual tax amount: $3,575
      • Date on market: 3/13/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 11 days
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
      • Ownership: Fee Simple
      • Total actual rent: 0
      • Electric utility on property: Yes
      • Road surface type: Gravel
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        Price history

        Price history
        DateEventPrice
        3/13/2026Listed for sale$675,000-2.9%$320/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #O6382408 Report a problem
        12/15/2025Listing removed$695,000$330/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #P4935051 Report a problem
        10/7/2025Price change$695,000-7.3%$330/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #P4935051 Report a problem
        8/7/2025Price change$749,500-3.3%$356/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #P4935051 Report a problem
        6/9/2025Listed for sale$775,000+224.3%$368/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #P4935051 Report a problem
        6/29/2004Sold$239,000$113/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        Public tax history
        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024$2,750 +2.2%$252,225 +3%
        2023$2,692 +0.1%$244,879 +1.2%
        2022$2,690 -0.7%$242,085 +3%
        2021$2,709 +0.8%$235,034 +1.4%
        2020$2,689 -0.2%$231,789 +2.3%
        2019$2,694 -13%$226,578 +1.9%
        2018$3,097 +1.6%$222,353 +2.1%
        2017$3,048 +18%$217,780 +2.1%
        2016$2,584 -1.8%$213,301 +0.7%
        2015$2,631 -6.5%$211,818 +0.8%
        2014$2,815 +7.1%$210,137 +1.5%
        2013$2,627 +1.3%$207,032 +0.3%
        2012$2,593 -6.2%$206,400 -4.2%
        2011$2,765 -8.4%$215,344 -5.5%
        2010$3,017 -2.4%$227,946 +2.7%
        2009$3,090 +22.1%$221,953 +11.5%
        2008$2,531 $199,054
        2007-- --
        2006$2,881 --
        2005-- --
        2004$1,449 +2.5%--
        2003$1,415 $109,899

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        BuyAbility℠ payment

        Est. payment
        $4,153/mo
        Principal & interest
        $3287
        Property taxes
        $866
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          Climate risks

          Neighborhood: 33859

          Getting around

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          Somewhat Bikeable

          Nearby schools

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          Schools provided by the listing agent
          • Elementary: Janie Howard Wilson Elem
          • Middle: Dundee Ridge Middle
          • High: Lake Wales Senior High

          Source: Stellar MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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