SELLER WILL HELP BUY DOWN INTEREST RATE WITH REASONABLE OFFER! FISHERMAN’S PARADISE~RURAL SETTING on PARKS LAKE in Beautiful Central Florida— The property includes a custom-built 4 BD/ 3 BA home on 1.13 acres of lakefront living! Professionally designed landscaping with mature trees, tropical palms and decorative shrubs give a warm welcome on your arrival. Custom designed for entertaining and comfortable living, this 2,257 Sq. Ft. home offers amazing lake views, open design, triple-split bedrooms and waterproof, luxury vinyl flooring. The foyer links to the formal dining room and to the spacious living room that gives a sweeping view and access to the lakefront amenities. A lengthy breakfast bar anchors the living room to the amazing kitchen that showcases custom wood cabinetry, gorgeous granite counters and decorative tile backsplash. Completing the kitchen is a walk-in pantry, stainless steel appliances and additional storage in hallway to the utility room and garage. The master en suite has lakeview, walk-in closets, bathroom with his & her vanities, tub w/ shower and a water closet. Adjacent to this primary suite is an office or bonus room; it is also ideal for use as a nursery. The triple-split plan affords 2 bedrooms, a full-bath to share, and a guest room with its own bathroom and private entry at the lakefront porch. Enjoy sunsets or morning coffee on the covered 22x17 porch, enjoy lake days on the white sandy beach or boating/fishing/skiing on Parks Lake, a 102 acre lake that has sand bottom and is spring-fed. Clean your catch-of-the-day at the dock’s end storage build. Inviting paved walkways lead from the house to the lake and there is an outdoor hot/cold water shower handy after a swim or doing yard work. Nestled among citrus groves this rural property also includes a double detached carport for an RV/Boat/Rec. Vehicles, its own Communications Tower and the included parcels have attractive rail fencing. SR-60 and US-27 are easily accessible and it’s just a short distance to town for shopping & daily needs, plus just an hour away from Orlando International Airport and Central Florida's theme parks. CALL TODAY for a private tour of this Amazing Home, Peaceful and Stunning Surroundings!
Incredible Lakefront Estate now available in Lake Wales! Find the link to the virtual tour for this listing to see the full walk-through and overhead. This beautiful custom built home sits on a large lot with white sandy beachfront, a concrete seawall and your own private dock on the incredible spring-fed, sand bottom Parks Lake. This home has a NEW ROOF in November of 2017, new AC unit within the last 2 years, plus an ADDITIONAL . 41 ACRE lot also available! Wide open living spaces inside with a large garage with an extra storage room, a bonus room for an office or den, and a large workshop/storage area for by the lake. This property is between two lakes just outside of town. Enjoy the privacy and scenery of living outside of town, with just a short trip to shopping, downtown, public parks, an hour drive to Orlando and Tampa! Call today for your private showing.
Property Description
End Unit
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #O5525282
Jan 9, 2018
Listing Removed
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Public Records
May 9, 2000
Sold
$23,000
$10/sq ft
Public Records
May 21, 1997
Sold
$18,000
$8/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,759 (+67.0%)
$78,200 + $232,714
$310,914
2024
$2,849 (+7.3%)
$78,200 + $232,714
$310,914
2023
$2,656 (+3.2%)
2022
$2,574 (−0.7%)
2021
$2,591 (+1.6%)
2020
$2,551 (−9.0%)
2019
$2,803 (+109.9%)
$46,690 + $144,761
$191,451
2018
$1,335 (+2.3%)
$46,690 + $120,048
$166,738
2017
$1,305 (+2.6%)
2016
$1,272 (+1.6%)
2014
$1,252 (−0.3%)
2013
$1,256 (+39.5%)
2012
$900
Tax history for 1702 Parks Lake Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,759 (+67.0%)
$78,200 + $232,714
$310,914
2024
$2,849 (+7.3%)
$78,200 + $232,714
$310,914
2023
$2,656 (+3.2%)
2022
$2,574 (−0.7%)
2021
$2,591 (+1.6%)
2020
$2,551 (−9.0%)
2019
$2,803 (+109.9%)
$46,690 + $144,761
$191,451
2018
$1,335 (+2.3%)
$46,690 + $120,048
$166,738
2017
$1,305 (+2.6%)
2016
$1,272 (+1.6%)
2014
$1,252 (−0.3%)
2013
$1,256 (+39.5%)
2012
$900
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
110 ft.
Lot depth
190 ft.
Lot size
0.41 Acres
Year renovated
2002
Sq. Ft.
2,257
Year built
2002
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
282936938000020017
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 9, 2026.
A/RR
Rural Agricultural/Residential District
The purpose of the A/RR district is to provide lands for the continuation of productive agricultural uses and to provide for very low density residential development within unincorporated rural areas. The A/RR district permits agricultural activities, agricultural support facilities, multi-family dwelling units, farm labor housing, group living facilities, and community facilities.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Greenhouse / nursery
Livestock production
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Kennel
Veterinary clinic
Apr 15, 2026 • Final
Gas
Install a new underground liquid propane tank. Install a polyethylene gas line to serve a generator.
Gas
Generator
Mar 4, 2026 • Active
Electric
Electrical
Generator
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Dimensions: 22x24
Parking Features: Boat, Covered, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Oversized, Parking Pad
Water Extras Description: Fishing Pier,Seawall - Concrete,Skiing Allowed
Farm Information
Number Of Septics: 1
Property Information
CDD Y/N: 0
Homestead Y/N: 1
Other Equipment: Irrigation Equipment
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Other, Storage
Has Additional Parcels
Land Information
Vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Trees/Landscaped
Total Acreage: 1/4 to less than 1/2
Lot Information
Number Of Lots: 3
Lot Features: In County, Landscaped, Level, Oversized Lot, Sidewalk, Street Dead-End, Unpaved, Unincorporated, Zoned for Horses
Lot Size Acres: 1.13
Lot Size Dimensions: 110x190
Road Surface Type: Dirt
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Lot Size Square Meters: 4968
Building Information
MFR_BuildingAreaTotalSrchSqM: 280.47
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,655.61
Tax Year: 2023
Lease / Rent Details
Lease Restrictions YN: 0
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: BB/HS Internet Available, Electricity Connected, Private, Public, Water Connected
Additional Water Information: Parks Lake is a 102 Acre, Private Lake
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Unit Number YN: 0
HOA Information
MFR_Association2YN: 0
Association Approval Required Y/N: 0
Location Information
Directions: SR-HWY 60 EAST turn NORTH on Mammoth Grove Rd., turn RIGHT on Park Lake Rd., turn LEFT on Cypress Lake Rd, at Y turn RIGHT onto Parks Lake Rd turning LEFT at Y continuing to last house on RIGHT.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,257
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.41 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2002
Year Renovated: 2002
County: Polk County
APN: 282936938000020017
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 9, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Third Party YN: 1
Listing Information
Attribution Contact: 863-294-7541
Previous Status: Pending
Backups Requested YN: 0
Listing Date Information
Days to Contract: 271
Status Contractual Search Date: 2025-04-30
Listing Price Information
Calculated List Price By Calculated Sq Ft: 243.24
Green Information
Direction Faces: Southwest
Home Information
Living Area: 2257
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Public Records
Living Area Meters: 209.68
Building Area Total: 3019
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Public Records
Foundation Details: Slab
Stories Total: 1
Levels: One
Security Features: Security System Owned
Around this home
Schools
Spook Hill Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 6.7mi
2/10
Mclaughlin Middle School And Fine Arts Academy
Public 6-11 • Assigned • 7.0mi
2/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
6/10 Fire Factor
9% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 108° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
10/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Lake Wales, FL • 33898
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$481,000 – $582,000
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