Beds
3
Baths
2
Sq Ft
1,568 sq ft
Year Built
1974
Lot Size
0.16 acres
Garage
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About This Property
This charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home is filled with potential and ready for its next owner. Conveniently located in an established community with no HOA fees, this property offers affordability, functionality, and opportunity. Designed with comfortable everyday living in mind, the spacious floor plan features both a living room and a family room, providing flexible spaces for entertaining, relaxing, or accommodating the needs of a growing family. The kitchen offers ample cabinetry for storage and plenty of room for a dinette table, creating a welcoming space for casual meals. Adjacent to the kitchen, the formal dining room provides an ideal setting for hosting family dinners and holiday gatherings. The primary bedroom suite includes a private en-suite bathroom featuring a single vanity and a tub/shower combination. Two additional bedrooms offer comfortable accommodations for family members or guests. Step outside to discover a large, private fenced backyard complete with a patio—perfect for pets, outdoor entertaining, gardening, or simply relaxing in your own outdoor retreat. Additional Features: Laundry pantry, Fenced backyard, Storage shed, Private driveway, Water heater replaced in 2021, No HOA fees Ideally located near the heart of historic downtown Lake Wales, you'll enjoy easy access to charming brick-lined streets, unique boutiques, local restaurants, cafés, parks, and the renowned Bok Tower Gardens. This home offers an excellent opportunity to enjoy small-town charm with the convenience of nearby shopping, dining, and everyday amenities.
Property Overview
Interior Features
Exterior & Lot
Utilities
Parking
HOA & Community
Financial Details
Schools
Directions
Hwy 27 south, turn East on to East Mountain Lake Cutoff Road, Turn right onto FL-17 S, Turn right onto Florida Ave, Turn left onto E St. Destination will be on the left.
Location
442 E STREET, LAKE WALES, FL 33853
Listing Information
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How to Buy This Home
Multiple financing options available for this $200,000 home in LAKE WALES.
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FHA Loan
$7,000 Down
Government-backed, low down payment. Credit scores as low as 580.
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VA Loan
$0 Down
Zero down for eligible veterans, active duty, and military families.
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Conventional
$10,000 Down
Traditional financing. As low as 3-5% down with good credit.
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USDA Loan
$0 Down
Zero down for eligible rural areas. Income limits apply.
Florida Down Payment Assistance Programs
You may qualify for up to $35,000 in assistance to cover your down payment and closing costs.
Florida Hometown Heroes
Up to $35,000
First-time buyers working in FL
FL Assist
Up to $10,000
FHA, VA, or USDA borrowers
FL HLP Second Mortgage
Up to $10,000
First-time buyers, 0% deferred
Polk County SHIP
Varies
Income-qualifying Polk residents
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