Introducing this beautiful historic home sitting on a double lot at . 47 of an acre! Enjoy all the charm and character a historic home has to offer with modern upgrades. Boasting 1,798 SqFt of living space, this home has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, an oversized living room, a dedicated dining room, high ceilings, a spacious kitchen, and interior laundry. The GUEST HOUSE includes a 2 car garage or WORKSHOP plus 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom totaling 792 SqFt that is fully equipped with central heat and air. You won't help but notice the stunning tongue & groove wood paneled ceiling along the carport and front porch with terrazzo flooring providing a showstopper entrance that everyone will compliment. Entering the home you are welcomed with an oversized living room consisting of refinished narrow oak plank flooring, high ceilings, and a beautiful gas fireplace. The home has been updated with double-paned energy-efficient windows, completely REWIRED, most of the plumbing CPVC, and NATURAL GAS for the fireplace, range, tankless water heater, and dryer. Enjoy cooking in the spacious kitchen adorned with a new backsplash, beautiful laminate floors, matching stainless steel appliances, and a deep sink. Continuing through the barndoor is the interior laundry room with a walk-in pantry. The Primary Bedroom offers dual closets and plenty of space for a king bed with large furniture pieces. Relax and unwind in your CLAWFOOT TUB making the primary bathroom a true oasis! The spacious fully-fenced backyard offers plenty of space for family gatherings and has double-gate access to easily park your cars, boats, and RV. The Main House ROOF was fully replaced in 2019, AC 2020. The Guest House ROOF was fully replaced in 2016 and AC is about 7 years old. PRIME LOCATION! Minutes from downtown Lakeland, shopping & restaurants, Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center, and Southeastern University!
Single-familyProperty Type
1910Year Built
0.47 acresLot Size
$199Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Kristen Perry Costa• LIVE FLORIDA REALTY
Buyers financing fell through so this home is back on the market! The most charming 3 bedroom 2 bath MOVE IN ready home. This home sits on a DOUBLE LOT, which is almost HALF AN ACRE and on the side of the home there is a DOUBLE GATE with room for RV PARKING! Not only do you get the home, but the GUEST HOUSE that's located inside the 2 car garage with AC and a full bath! The main house as well as garage has all NEW EXTERIOR PAINT & the ROOF for main home was put on in 2019, as well as AC NEW in 2020 for the main house! The front, screened in porch is so unique with TERRAZO flooring, built in book shelf & tongue and groove wood paneling on the ceiling of the porch. Walk in and you'll see the OPEN floor plan with hardwood flooring. The living room has a beautiful gas fireplace! The dining room is open to the living room and then to the kitchen. Kitchen has been updated with STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES added 2 years ago, and new kitchen sink. The house has NATURAL GAS for the range, water heater, fireplace, & dryer. Washer & dryer included and are only 4 years old. The master bedroom is large & master bath has a CLAW TUB & separate walk in shower. Another thing that makes this home UNIQUE! This is FLORIDA LIVING!!!
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #L4711261
Jun 28, 2016
Sold
$162,500
$90/sq ft
May 25, 2016
Pending
—
May 17, 2016
Price Changed
$164,500
$91/sq ft
Apr 23, 2016
Relisted
—
Mar 3, 2016
Contingent
—
Feb 10, 2016
Relisted
—
Jan 27, 2016
Contingent
—
Jan 22, 2016
Listed
$169,000
$94/sq ft
FHA Appraisal! Buyer financing fell. FHA OK!! Centrally located, tastefully updated, you’ll be elated! Apartment in adjacent building: great game room, man cave, or detached garage with bedroom and bath in case you’re in the doghouse! This 3 Bedroom, 2 bath 1910 home is lovingly & skillfully updated. Split Bedroom plan, master has 2 closets and extra long claw foot tub w/ separate shower; updated plumbing and electric fixtures. Large living and dining has refinished narrow oak plank flooring, dining has knotty pine, grooved paneling. Kitchen & Laundry has non-slip ceramic floor, newer cabinets w/ some pullouts, built in computer desk area, plenty of work space and cabinets, more storage in pantry in oversized laundry, includes all appliances & stackable w/ d. Secondary bedrooms are spacious, share updated hall bath w/ original tile flooring. Double pane, low e windows in most of the home, extra insulation, 900 gallon cistern w/ auto & manual pump for irrigation, natural gas on demand WH. Home is built like a fortress; block construction, unusual for this time period-builder owned building supply company! Completely rewired & most of plumbing CPVC. Chipped tile front porch and carport have pine ceiling. Oversized lot, divisible per seller. Block constructed garage/in-law suite, game room w/ hurricane rated garage door, refrigerator and sink, bedroom and bath, ceramic and carpet, has been rented for $400/month. Security sys. Freshly painted, fenced back yard, paved areas perfect for basketball, etc. Move in condition.
Public Records
May 10, 2001
Sold
$55,700
$31/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,621 (−1.3%)
$48,928 + $262,654
$311,582
2024
$5,696 (+17.0%)
$48,928 + $262,654
$311,582
2023
$4,869 (+2.7%)
$48,928 + $266,557
$315,485
2022
$4,743 (+67.7%)
2021
$2,827 (+0.9%)
$39,770 + $260,906
$300,676
2020
$2,801 (+0.7%)
2019
$2,781 (−9.1%)
2018
$3,060 (+18.4%)
$28,583 + $156,300
$184,883
2017
$2,585 (+55.1%)
$27,038 + $104,366
$131,404
2016
$1,667 (+31.4%)
$27,038 + $104,366
$131,404
2014
$1,269 (+1.7%)
$25,493 + $44,141
$69,634
2013
$1,247 (+2.5%)
2012
$1,216
Tax history for 1718 E Elm Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,621 (−1.3%)
$48,928 + $262,654
$311,582
2024
$5,696 (+17.0%)
$48,928 + $262,654
$311,582
2023
$4,869 (+2.7%)
$48,928 + $266,557
$315,485
2022
$4,743 (+67.7%)
2021
$2,827 (+0.9%)
$39,770 + $260,906
$300,676
2020
$2,801 (+0.7%)
2019
$2,781 (−9.1%)
2018
$3,060 (+18.4%)
$28,583 + $156,300
$184,883
2017
$2,585 (+55.1%)
$27,038 + $104,366
$131,404
2016
$1,667 (+31.4%)
$27,038 + $104,366
$131,404
2014
$1,269 (+1.7%)
$25,493 + $44,141
$69,634
2013
$1,247 (+2.5%)
2012
$1,216
*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
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.47 Acres
Year renovated
2005
Sq. Ft.
1,798
Year built
1910
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
242817193000023030
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 11, 2026.
RA-3
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
Garage Dimensions: 33x24
Parking Features: Bath In Garage, Covered, Oversized, Workshop in Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Carport
Carport Spaces: 1
Has Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Inside, Laundry Room
Other Rooms Information
Additional Rooms: Bonus Room,Inside Utility,Interior In-Law Suite
# of Rooms: 10
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Gas, Living Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Central
Cooling Information: Central Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: Built-in Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fans(s), Crown Molding, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Master Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Surface Counters, Split Bedroom
Other Structures: Additional Single Family Home, Guest House, Workshop
Zoning: RA-3
Land Information
Total Acreage: 1/4 to less than 1/2
Lot Information
Lot Features: City Limits, Oversized Lot, Sidewalk, Paved
Lot Size Acres: 0.47
Lot Size Dimensions: 150x135
Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Paved
Lot Size Square Meters: 1885
Building Information
MFR_BuildingAreaTotalSrchSqM: 212.56
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,742.72
Tax Year: 2022
Lease / Rent Details
Lease Restrictions YN: 0
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: BB/HS Internet Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Unit Number YN: 0
HOA Information
MFR_Association2YN: 0
Location Information
Directions: Coming from US-98 N turn onto S Lake Parker Ave, turn Right onto E Main St, turn Left onto Dixie Pl, and Left again on E Elm Rd. The home will be on your Right.
Community Information
Pets Allowed: Yes
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,798
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.47 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1910
Year Renovated: 2005
County: Polk County
APN: 242817193000023030
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Third Party YN: 1
Listing Information
Attribution Contact: 863-868-8905
Previous Status: Pending
Listing Date Information
Days to Contract: 18
Status Contractual Search Date: 2023-08-11
Listing Price Information
Calculated List Price By Calculated Sq Ft: 208.57
Green Information
Green Verification Count: 0
Direction Faces: South
Home Information
Living Area: 1798
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Public Records
Living Area Meters: 167.04
Building Area Total: 2288
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Public Records
Foundation Details: Crawlspace, Stem Wall
Stories Total: 1
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
Philip O'Brien Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi
1/10
Crystal Lake Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.6mi
1/10
Lakeland Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
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
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 108° expected this year, 24 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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In this area, properties receive around 8.6 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$341,000 – $413,000
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Property information provided by Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid when last listed in 2025. This data may not match public records. Learn more.
Listing provided courtesy of: REMAX EXPERTS
Listing agent: Kris Snyder
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of Tue Sep 15 2026. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.