Full of warmth, personality and thoughtful improvements, this lovingly cared-for 2-bedroom, 1-bath 1925 bungalow feels welcoming from the moment you step onto the screened front porch. Inside, original hardwood floors, 10-foot ceilings and architectural details preserve the home’s timeless character. Natural light fills the spacious living room, where a white brick fireplace creates a cozy focal point, while a graceful arched opening leads into the dining area. The bright kitchen features white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a gas range, new GE stainless steel dishwasher and new LG counter-depth French door refrigerator - both installed in 2026. A generous pantry, flexible bonus room and separate office nook add valuable storage and versatile living space. The care invested in this home extends far beyond what can be seen in the photos. A comprehensive exterior renovation included new OSB sheathing, exterior wall insulation, moisture barrier, vinyl siding and trim, along with 12 new double-pane vinyl windows and three new fiberglass exterior doors. The crawl space has also undergone professionally engineered and permitted stabilization with 14 IntelliJack supports and supplemental beams. The related permits are closed, and the warranty is transferable to the new owner. Additional improvements include a 2020 shingle roof and complete replacement of the old cast-iron sewer line, including the kitchen drain and a new cleanout, in 2023. Outside, the fenced . 36-acre lot offers a backyard with plenty of possibilities. A covered pergola set over pavers creates a comfortable outdoor seating area, while two storage sheds, front yard irrigation, a detached one-car garage with laundry area and an extended carport provide excellent storage and parking options. Located on a peaceful residential street just a block from Lake Bonny and Lake Bonny Park, and only minutes from downtown Lakeland, this home offers vintage character, everyday convenience and substantial long-term improvements. It has been loved, carefully maintained and thoughtfully prepared for its next chapter.
Lake Bonny, located between Lake Parker and Downtown Lakeland, is a lakeside and residential Lakeland neighborhood with a shoreline setting and a campus-edge feel. The neighborhood’s character concentrates along the Lake Bonny Drive SE and US-98 (Bartow Road) corridor, where boat ramps, small marinas, and local storefronts meet steady commuter traffic. Florida Southern College’s nearby campus and architecture scene adds a cultural undertone to everyday routines. Streets around the water lean toward mid-century ranch homes and practical Florida builds with deep setbacks and mature trees. Lake Bonny Park and the public boat ramp keep the lake as the main backdrop for walks and paddling. Evenings often orbit around local staples like The Joinery and Swan Brewing in the downtown warehouse blocks.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Ceiling fans
Solid wood cabinets
Wood-burning fireplace in the family room
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bathrooms
1 full bathroom
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Microwave
Range
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Laundry in the garage
Flooring
Ceramic tile
Wood
Heating & cooling
Electric heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Covered, screened front porch
Storage
Irrigation equipment
Paved road
Home design
Single-family residence
One story
North-facing
Parking
Driveway
1-car garage
1-car carport
Security
Smoke detectors
Construction
Vinyl siding and frame construction
Shingle roof
Crawlspace foundation
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electricity connected
Internet available
HOA & community
Pets allowed
Electricity and solar
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This beautifully maintained 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom Lakeland home for sale near the historic districts is a true neighborhood charmer filled with character from the beautiful the original hardwood floors, to the 10-foot ceilings with unique architectural touches. The fantastic layout features a living/dining room combination, an eat-in kitchen, and a bonus room that serves as a study, home office, nursery, or a small bedroom. The eat-in kitchen that was completely updated in 2017. A huge walk-in pantry adjacent to the kitchen provides plenty of storage space. The bedrooms include crown molding, as well as original hardwood flooring that was repaired/refinished in 2014. Other updates include painted exterior in 2013; new AC with heat pump in 2014; bathroom renovated in 2015; front yard landscaped and irrigation installed in 2016. A new roof was installed in 2020. The property includes two lots, and features a one-car carport, an additional gravel parking space and an attached workshop with washer/dryer hookup and lots of room for all of your hobbies. * * * all room sizes are approximate * * *
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #L4719624
Apr 27, 2017
Sold
$122,000
$90/sq ft
Mar 27, 2017
Listed
$120,000
$88/sq ft
Mar 27, 2017
Listing Removed
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This beautifully maintained 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom Lakeland home for sale near the historic districts is a true neighborhood charmer filled with character from the beautiful “log cabin” pattern in the original hardwood floors, to the 10-foot ceilings with unique architectural touches. The fantastic layout features a living/dining room combination, an eat-in kitchen, and a bonus room that serves as a study, home office, nursery, or a small bedroom. The eat-in kitchen that boasts original pine cabinets, and tongue and groove pine paneling, as well as updated appliances to make this home move-in ready. A huge walk-in pantry adjacent to the kitchen provides plenty of storage space. The bedrooms include crown molding, as well as original hardwood flooring that was repaired/refinished in 2014. Other updates include painted exterior in 2013; new AC with heat pump in 2014; bathroom renovated in 2015; front yard landscaped and irrigation installed in 2016. The property includes two lots, and features a one-car carport, an additional gravel parking space and an attached workshop with washer/dryer hookup and lots of room for all of your hobbies. A Little Free Library in the front yard is a neighborhood favorite. Location, location, location…this in-town home is where you can leave your car at home and take a walk or bike ride to nearby lakes and restaurants or downtown Lakeland. You get all of the personality and uniqueness of this lovingly cared for and updated historic home without deed restrictions or an HOA.
Public Records
Nov 30, 2000
Sold
$68,500
$50/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 16, 1998
Sold
$59,900
$44/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,046 (+0.7%)
$36,526 + $175,499
$212,025
2024
$3,024 (+2.7%)
$36,526 + $175,499
$212,025
2023
$2,944 (+3.0%)
2022
$2,859 (+112.2%)
2021
$1,347 (+1.3%)
$29,687 + $168,422
$198,109
2020
$1,330 (+1.5%)
2019
$1,310 (+2.0%)
2018
$1,285 (+200.5%)
2017
$428 (+3.1%)
2016
$415 (+11.0%)
2014
$374 (+1.5%)
2013
$369 (+4.3%)
2012
$353
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.36 Acres
Year renovated
1925
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,358
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
1,358
Year built
1925
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
242817193000026230
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 10, 2026.
RA-3
Single-Family District
It is the intent of the single-family districts to provide for single-family detached residential development at a variety of densities and lot sizes that are consistent with the existing and desirable future pattern of development in the city. Provision is made for a variety of residential densities in order to accommodate different residential preferences.; The use restrictions protect single-family detached residential development from the encroachment of incompatible land uses. At the same time, provision is made for a limited number of appropriate non-residential uses which may be established for the convenience of residents while still preserving the overall residential character of the districts.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Public service
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 108° expected this year, 24 days in 30 years
10/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Lakeland, FL • 33801
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Sun exposure
88/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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