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1531 E Elm Rd, Lakeland, FL, 33801

$260,000

Home List Price

$3,088*

Closing Credit

2 Bedrooms
1 Full Bath
1,433 SqFt
$181/SqFt
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1531 E Elm Rd, Lakeland$260,000

Buyer Closing Credits

$3,088*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
Garage1 space
Year Built1949
HeatingCentral
CoolingCentral Air
MLS #L4948521
Lot Size0.18 Acres
StatusActive

About 1531 E Elm Rd

Nestled in a highly desirable area of Central Lakeland, this delightful 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home offers both charm and convenience. Inside, you'll find a spacious kitchen perfect for entertaining and recent updates to the electrical system for peace of mind. The historic feel of this home providing character and comfort. Step outside to a fully fenced front and back yard, ideal for pets or play, and an outdoor garage with an electric hook-up, adding functionality to this cozy property. The location couldn’t be better – enjoy quick access to local parks, lakes, and downtown Lakeland, which is just 2 miles away. Bonnet Springs is within 5 miles, and both Southeastern College and Florida Southern College are less than 2 miles away, making this home perfectly situated for work, study, or leisure. This home offers the perfect blend of vintage charm and modern convenience. Don’t miss your chance to call this Central Lakeland gem your own!

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Year Built: 1949
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 1,433 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: S & D REAL ESTATE SERVICE LLC
  • Office Phone: (863) 824-7169
  • Listing Agent: Johnna Meche

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Flooring Type: Laminate, Tile
  • Interior: Ceiling Fans(s), Crown Molding, Eat-in Kitchen

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedroom Count: 2

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Private Pool: No
  • Exterior: Lighting

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Attached Garage: No

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Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot Size: 0.18 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Central
  • Cooling: Central Air

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: From Bartow Road, turn east onto East Main Street. Turn left onto North Fern Road. Turn right onto East Elm Road. Destination on the right.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $260,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $181/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $1,912
  • Tax Year: 2020
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Housing Market Comparison

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Lakeland, FL

City

Med. Sold Price

$316.2K

Med. Price/SqFt

$194

Avg. Days On Market

50

# of Sold Homes

171

1531 E Elm Rd vs Lakeland

15 DAYS ON ROCKET

-35 Days

$260,000

-$56.2K Less

$181/SqFt

-$14 Less

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $56.2K less than the Median Sold Price and $14/SqFt less than other homes in Lakeland, FL.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: MFRMLS
  • MLS Number: #L4948521

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: S & D REAL ESTATE SERVICE LLC
  • Office Phone: (863) 824-7169
  • Listing Agent: Johnna Meche

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Sep 18, 2020Home Sold
$162,000
Jul 30, 2015Home Sold
$77,500
Jul 07, 2011Home Sold
$58,000
Dec 22, 2004Home Sold
$94,000
Jul 28, 2003Home Sold
$80,500

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2020$1,912$113,993
2018$1,391$77,774
2017$1,391$70,741

History based on county public records data.

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$1,365

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Recommended Financing

30-Year Fixed

Rate/APR

7.5% / 6.68%

Total Monthly Payment

$846

Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Nearby Schools

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2
/10

  • Philip O'Brien Elementary School

  • 1225 E Lime St

  • 0.57 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

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8
/10

  • Lakeland Montessori School House

  • 1124 N Lake Parker Ave

  • 1.08 miles

  • Public Charter Grades KG-6

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9
/10

  • McKeel Elementary Academy

  • 411 N Florida Ave

  • 1.42 miles

  • Public Charter Grades PK-6

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Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $35,309. Most Lakeland, FL residents have annual incomes less than $35k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 1531 E Elm Rd

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 1531 E Elm Rd property is $260,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 1531 E Elm Rd is a house located in Lakeland, Florida, 33801.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 1531 E Elm Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $1,912 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on September 18, 2020 for $162,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 1531 E Elm Rd has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 1531 E Elm Rd is 1,433 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 1531 E Elm Rd is 1949.

Rocket Homes›Florida›Polk County›Lakeland›33801›1531 E Elm Rd

This home is located at 1531 E Elm Rd in Lakeland, FL and zip code 33801 in the Lake Bonny neighborhood. This 1,433 square foot home, which was built in 1949, sits on a 0.18 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since November 01, 2024 and is currently priced at $260,000.

Over 18 listings were sold over their listed price in October 2024 in Lakeland, FL. In the same period over 117 listings were sold below the listed price and 36 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of homes for sale in Lakeland, FL decreased by 1% between September 2024 and October 2024. While the average time on the market in October 2024 was 50 days, the median list price was $316,270.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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