Off market nov 2024 for $400K

$373,627

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,997/mo

•

2,209

sq ft

1605 Sylvester Rd, Lakeland, FL 33803

About this home

INSTANTLY RECOGNIZABLE - this iconic centrally located Lakeland home has been the source of wonder and curiosity for decades and is now available to the public for the first time. Situated on a lushly landscaped corner lot encompassing 0.77 acres you'll even find a brick footbridge across the creek flowing towards nearby Lake Bentley running through the property. Where else can you go on a nature walk and never leave your own yard? Built in 1953 this one-story brick & block structure features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a den/office (that could become a 3rd bedroom with the addition of a closet), plus a 2-car carport and circular driveway. There is an open patio in back plus a landscaping "shed" that will convey. New 3-ton HVAC system in 2024, roof replaced in 2013. This charmer needs some TLC but for those who appreciate the unusual, your dream opportunity is here! Furnishings and personal possessions are being sold at an on-site estate sale from Oct 24 through Oct 27th. No interior photos will be posted until after the sale concludes and the home is cleared of unsold items and cleaned.

Single-familyProperty Type

1953Year Built

0.77 acresLot Size

$169Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Jeri Thom • PREMIER REALTY NETWORK, INC

Listed by Jody Ciavardone • PREMIER REALTY NETWORK, INC

Contact: 863-646-6688

Bought with Debbie McCutcheon • PROPERTY SHOPPE OF CENTRAL FL

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•Source:Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #L4947844

Redfin Estimate

$373,627

$26K since sold in November 2024$0 since September

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This home's estimate is 0.6% lower than the average sale price ($376K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD OCT 2, 2026
$439,000
A
3 beds2 baths2,018 sq ft
1626 Sims Pl, Lakeland, FL 33803
SOLD AUG 21, 2026
$465,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,958 sq ft
1709 New Jersey Rd, Lakeland, FL 33803
SOLD APR 2, 2026
$282,500
C
3 beds2 baths2,108 sq ft
1604 Caldwell St, Lakeland, FL 33803
SOLD SEP 18, 2026
$389,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,712 sq ft
2612 Collins Ave, Lakeland, FL 33803
SOLD MAY 22, 2026
$325,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,731 sq ft
1819 Meadowbrook Ave, Lakeland, FL 33803
SOLD AUG 6, 2026
$355,000
F
3 beds2 baths2,008 sq ft
2646 Handley Blvd, Lakeland, FL 33803

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Market trends in 33803, FL

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced market

Sale-to-List Price

97.2%

+0.2% MoM

Median sale price

$301K

$361 MoM

Avg. days on market

62d

13 days MoM

Recently sold homes

21 MoM

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Sale history for 1605 Sylvester Rd

Tax history for 1605 Sylvester Rd

*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

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

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Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.77 Acres

Year renovated

1953

Sq. Ft.

1,978

Year built

1953

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Polk County

APN

242829000000023020

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

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Last updated by owner on Oct 10, 2026.

RA-1

Single-Family District

It is the intent of the single-family districts to provide for single-family detached residential development at a variety of densities and lot sizes that are consistent with the existing and desirable future pattern of development in the city. Provision is made for a variety of residential densities in order to accommodate different residential preferences.; The use restrictions protect single-family detached residential development from the encroachment of incompatible land uses. At the same time, provision is made for a limited number of appropriate non-residential uses which may be established for the convenience of residents while still preserving the overall residential character of the districts.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Public service

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Parking Features: Bath In Garage, Circular Driveway, Driveway, Guest
Has Carport
Carport Spaces: 2

Interior

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Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 2

Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2

Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Other

Other Rooms Information
Additional Rooms: Breakfast Room Separate,Den/Library/Office,Family Room,Formal Living Room Separate
# of Rooms: 8

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Decorative

Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Central
Cooling Information: Central Air

Interior Features
Interior Features: Other
Appliances: Other
Flooring: Carpet, Other

Exterior

Building Information
Construction Materials: Block, Brick
Roof: Shingle

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Sidewalk

Property Features
Universal Property Id: US-12105-N-242829000000023020-R-N

Waterfront Information
Waterfront Feet Total: 0
Water View Y/N: 0
Water Access Y/N: 0
Water Extras Y/N: 0

Property Information
CDD Y/N: 0
Homestead Y/N: 1
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Completed
Other Structures: Other, Shed(s)
Zoning: RA-1

Land Information
Vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Trees/Landscaped
Total Acreage: 1/2 to less than 1

Lot Information
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Drainage Canal, City Limits, Sidewalk, Paved
Lot Size Acres: 0.77
Lot Size Dimensions: 230x150
Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Paved
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Lot Size Square Meters: 3100
Zoning Compatible YN: 1
Planned Unit Development YN: 0
Other Exemptions YN: 0

Building Information
MFR_BuildingAreaTotalSrchSqM: 260.50

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $614.83
Tax Year: 2024

Lease / Rent Details
Lease Restrictions YN: 0

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Sewer Connected, Water Connected

Location

Multi-Unit Information
Unit Number YN: 0
Furnished: Unfurnished

HOA Information
MFR_Association2YN: 0

School Information
Elementary School: Philip O’Brien Elementary
Middle Or Junior High School: Crystal Lake Middle/Jun
High School: Lakeland Senior High

Location Information
Directions: Startin e/b on E Edgewood Drive, turn left onto New Jersey Rd then right onto Sylvester Rd. The home is on the corner of New Jersey Rd & Sylvester Rd.

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,978
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.77 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1953
Year Renovated: 1953
County: Polk County
APN: 242829000000023020

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 10, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Third Party YN: 1

Listing Information
Attribution Contact: 863-646-6688
Previous Status: Pending
Backups Requested YN: 1

Listing Date Information
Days to Contract: 93
Status Contractual Search Date: 2024-11-22

Listing Price Information
Calculated List Price By Calculated Sq Ft: 171.57

Green Information
Green Verification Count: 0
Direction Faces: North

Home Information
Living Area: 2209
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Public Records
Living Area Meters: 205.22
Building Area Total: 2804
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Public Records
Foundation Details: Slab
Stories Total: 1
Levels: One
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)

Around this home

Schools

Philip O'Brien Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.5mi

1/10

Crystal Lake Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi

1/10

Lakeland Senior High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi

5/10

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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

3/10 Fire Factor

0.77% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

8/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 108° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years

9/10 Wind Factor

99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

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In this area, properties receive around 8.6 hours in June and 6.5 hours in December, placing it above the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$355,000 – $430,000

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Home values near 1605 Sylvester Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
1631 Sylvester Road, Lakeland, FL 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3340 Sq. Ft.	$618,626
1624 Sylvester Road, Lakeland, FL 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1575 Sq. Ft.	$300,269

Address	Redfin Estimate
1637 Sylvester Road, Lakeland, FL 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3325 Sq. Ft.	$660,733
1604 Sylvester Road, Lakeland, FL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1857 Sq. Ft.	$410,537

Address	Redfin Estimate
1628 Sylvester Road, Lakeland, FL 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1454 Sq. Ft.	$295,077
1522 Del Crest Place, Lakeland, FL 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2220 Sq. Ft.	$423,997

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