Corner lot - 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND
Front of home with large front porch - 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND
Lake Hollingsworth views! - 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND
Front of home with large front porch - 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND
View of Lake Hollingsworth from the porch - 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND
View of Lake Hollingsworth from the porch - 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND
Living room with sitting room - 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND
Living room with wood burning fireplace - 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND
Living room with wood burning fireplace - 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND
Sitting room/den off the living room. Dry bar with wine refrigerator and french doors - 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND
Single Family Residence at 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND, photo 11 of 55
Dining room - 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND
Dining room - 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND
Dining room - 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND
Kitchen with stainless steel appliance suite - 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND
Kitchen with stainless steel appliance suite - 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND
Kitchen with stainless steel appliance suite - 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND
Primary bedroom - 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND
Primary bedroom - 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND
Bedroom 2 - 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND
Bedroom 2 - 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND
Bedroom 2 - 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND
Bedroom 3 - 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND
Bedroom 3 - 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND
Hallway of bedrooms - 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND
Bathroom 1 with tub-shower and original historic tile flooring - 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND
Bathroom 2 with walk-in shower - 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND
Bathroom 2 with walk-in shower - 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND
Mudroom entrance with kitchen pantry - 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND
Side entrance and porch to main house from the garage/driveway - 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND
Private entrance to 580 sq. ft. studio apartment - 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND
Studio apartment with original hardwood floors - 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND
Open-concept with eat-in bar area - 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND
Single Family Residence at 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND, photo 34 of 55
Single Family Residence at 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND, photo 35 of 55
Single Family Residence at 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND, photo 36 of 55
Full kitchen appliance suite - 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND
Designated area for bedroom - 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND
Designated area for bedroom with closets - 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND
Kitchen with view into full bathroom - 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND
Full bathroom - 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND
Outdoor paver patio - 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND
Outdoor paver patio - 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND
Outdoor paver patio - 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND
Fully fenced backyard - 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND
Fully fenced backyard - 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND
Fully fenced backyard - 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND
View of garage and windows of studio apartment - 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND
Historic doors and door knobs - 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND
Photo of home taken in 1980s - 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND
Proximity to Lake Hollingsworth - 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND
Proximity to Lake Hollingsworth - 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND
Proximity to Lake Hollingsworth - 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND
Aerial view of home and brick lined streets - 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND
Aerial view of home- 2019 roof - 1102 MELTON AVE, LAKELAND
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$565,000

1102 MELTON AVE
LAKELAND, FL 33803
Listed by Paige Wagner · PAIGE WAGNER HOMES REALTY
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
3
Living area
1,976 sqft
Year built
1926

About this home

Mediterranean charm meets exceptional historic character in this beautifully preserved 1920s historic home nestled on a picturesque brick-lined street in the South Lake Morton Historic District! Situated on a prominent corner lot, this rare property offers views of Lake Hollingsworth from the welcoming front porch and includes a detached studio apartment above an oversized two-car garage. The main house features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,396 sq. ft. of living space. Original details tell the story of the home's rich history, including log cabin-style oak flooring, picture rail molding in the living room, recently refurbished historic windows, original interior doors, and a vintage tile bathroom that beautifully reflects the home's architectural heritage. Adding flexibility and value, the detached 580-square-foot studio apartment features an open-concept design complete with a full kitchen, eat-in bar, full bathroom, and a designated space for a bedroom with closets —ideal for guests, extended family, a private office, creative studio, or rental income opportunity! The property has been maintained and updated with a 2019 roof, 2022 HVAC system for the main home, 2024 central air system for the apartment, a mini-split AC system in the garage, and gas water heater installed in 2022! Enjoy one of Lakeland's most desirable historic neighborhoods with convenient access to both Lake Hollingsworth and Lake Morton, as well as beloved local destinations including Cob & Pen Eatery, Born & Bread Bakehouse, Peach House, and the Lakeland Public Library. This is a rare opportunity to own a piece of Lakeland history in a location that beautifully blends architectural character, modern updates, and the best of Lakeland living!

Highlights

Fireplace

Property details

MLS #
MFRL4962808
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
CLEVELAND PARK SUB
Status
Active
Days on market
37
On market date
June 24, 2026
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
3
Garage spaces
2
Parking spaces
N/A
Lot size
0.16 acres
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card (e.g. NC Dept. of Public Instruction, SC Report Card).

Elementary
DIXIELAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
0.61 mi away · Grades 0-5
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
4.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
329
Student:teacher ratio
13.2:1
District
POLK
MiddleCharter
LAKELAND MONTESSORI MIDDLE SCHOOL
0.61 mi away · Grades 6-8
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
5.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
25
Student:teacher ratio
8.3:1
District
POLK
High
LAKELAND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
0.91 mi away · Grades 9-12
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
2.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
2,005
Student:teacher ratio
18.2:1
District
POLK

Walkability

Blended score for LAKELAND's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).

86
Highly walkable
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
16.7 / 20 -- Most walkable
Google Places amenity density
90 / 100
Restaurants & cafes20
Grocery stores2
Parks18
Schools12
Transit stops20
Pharmacies3

Market position

How this listing compares to current activity in LAKELAND, from live MLS data.

On the market 37 days -- 42 fewer days than LAKELAND's current average of 79 days.
For reference, the median list price across 1,722 active listings in LAKELAND right now is $309,900.

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Est. monthly payment
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$113,000 down
$452,000 loan
Principal & interest$2,932
Property tax (est.)$471
Home insurance (est.)$150

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