$499,900
About this home
NOT YOUR TYPICAL COOKIE-CUTTER HOME! Welcome to this distinctive 5-bedroom, 2.5-bath pool home in desirable South Lakeland, offering 2,341 square feet of living space, a unique open courtyard design, extensive upgrades, and NO HOA! What makes this home special? Its character, versatility, and one-of-a-kind layout! The spacious open courtyard features two private entrances leading to separate wings of the home, offering added privacy and flexibility. Inside, you'll find an inviting open-concept living area filled with natural light, luxury vinyl flooring, and a beautiful brick wood-burning fireplace. The updated kitchen features white cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and plenty of space for entertaining. The generous primary suite includes a walk-in closet, dual vanities, and an oversized tiled shower. Four additional bedrooms provide flexibility for guests, home offices, hobbies, or additional living spaces. Your backyard retreat awaits! Enjoy a large covered and screened lanai overlooking the in-ground pool, a privacy-fenced backyard, additional patio space, and a spacious side yard with an oversized access gate. MAJOR IMPROVEMENTS ALREADY COMPLETED! Features include TWO AC systems, TWO septic tanks located on opposite sides of the property, updated windows, insulation, ductwork, a new electrical panel with updated wiring, new GFCI outlets in the kitchen and bathrooms, and a 220-volt connection for electric vehicle charging. The home also features a generator transfer switch and a Westinghouse tri-fuel generator rated at 14,500 running watts and 18,000 peak watts on gasoline, with propane and natural gas capability. The wood-burning fireplace has also received chimney improvements. Additional highlights include an oversized two-car garage, separate laundry room, and ample storage. Conveniently located in South Lakeland near shopping, dining, Publix, and the Polk Parkway. NO HOA, FIVE BEDROOMS, A PRIVATE POOL, AND A LAYOUT YOU WON'T FIND EVERY DAY! If you're looking for a home with personality, space, and meaningful upgrades, this one deserves a closer look. Schedule your private showing today!
Highlights
Property details
- MLS
- Stellar MLS
- MLS #
- MFRTB8559092
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Subdivision
- FAIRFAX
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- N/A
- On market date
- October 17, 2026
- Stories
- N/A
- Total bathrooms
- 2.5
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Parking spaces
- N/A
- Lot size
- 0.28 acres
Location
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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.
- Enrollment
- 742
- Student:teacher ratio
- 16.9:1
- District
- POLK
- Enrollment
- 1,172
- Student:teacher ratio
- 17.0:1
- District
- POLK
- Enrollment
- 2,306
- Student:teacher ratio
- 22.2:1
- 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).
Market position
How this listing compares to current activity in LAKELAND, from live MLS data.
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