SHORT SALE, , Located in the smaller gated community of Emerald Ridge in South Lakeland FL. If you are looking for that home that is ideal for entertaining this may be the one, you will appreciate this homes open floor plan. The flow for entertaining through the living room, family room with its wood burning fire place, dining room and kitchen/breakfast area which is separated by a dining/service counter bar that will make it a pleasure to have your friends and guest over to celebrate all those special occasions. This home is situated on the lot with an Easterly exposure so you could open the 15' sliding glass door which gives you direct access out to the lanai, pool and spa area while opening your the front windows to capture that cool evening breeze. You will find the main living area floors are title while the bedrooms have been carpeted. In the well laid out kitchen are solid surface counters and a center cooking island. The spa & pool with their westerly exposure are both heated and located in the oversized screened covered lanai area. The pool was refinished in 2014 and screen enclosure was replaced in 2014. Both AC systems are relatively new. Your three (3) car garage has ample room for the handyman and his projects. * * Property owner is a licensed Real Estate Broker and offering the home 100% as is. Please make offers accordingly. Listing price may not be sufficient to cover all liens and or encumbrances. New BANK APPROVED PRICE is for cash only purchases need to close on or before 12/20/2016.
Single-familyProperty Type
1996Year Built
0.37 acresLot Size
$183Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Joe Baker, Jr• ADVANTAGE REALTY FLORIDA
Bought with Christina Moore• KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY
*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
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.37 Acres
Year renovated
1996
Sq. Ft.
2,623
Year built
1996
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
242917285358000190
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 10, 2026.
RS
Residential Suburban District
The purpose of the RS district is to provide areas for suburban-density residential development to promote the proper transition of land from rural to urban uses. The RS district permits single-family dwelling units, family care homes, agricultural support uses, and community facilities.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Apr 19, 2018 • Final
Re-roof
Tear off and replace the roof on a residential building.
Roofing
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
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener
Garage Spaces: 3
Has Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
Other Rooms Information
Additional Rooms: Great Room,Inside Utility
# of Rooms: 7
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Central, Electric
Cooling Information: Central Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fans(s), High Ceilings, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Split Bedroom, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-in Closet(s)
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range
Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Block
Roof: Shingle
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Enclosed, Screened
Exterior Features: Sliding Doors, Irrigation System
Pool Information
Has Private Pool
Pool Features: Auto Cleaner, Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Screen Enclosure
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
Zoning: SFR
Land Information
Vegetation: Mature Landscaping
Total Acreage: 1/4 Acre to 21779 Sq. Ft.
Lot Information
Lot Features: In County, Level, Paved, Unincorporated
Lot Size Acres: 0.37
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,182
Tax Year: 2015
Lease / Rent Details
Lease Restrictions YN: 0
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Cable Connected, Fire Hydrant
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Furnished: Unfurnished
HOA Information
Has HOA
Association Fee Requirement: Required
Association Approval Required Y/N: 0
Monthly HOA Amount: 45.83
Association Fee: $550
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
School Information
Elementary School: Valleyview Elem
Middle Or Junior High School: Lakeland Highlands Middl
High School: George Jenkins High
Location Information
Directions: From the intersection of Lakeland Highlands Rd. and Lake Seward Dr. follow Lake Seward Dr. to Emerald Ridge Blvd. follow Emerald Ridge Blvd. take the 2nd right on to Emerald Ridge Dr. the home is on the left side
Community Information
Community Features: Deed Restrictions
Pets Allowed: Yes
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,623
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.37 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1996
Year Renovated: 1996
County: Polk County
APN: 242917285358000190
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 10, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Third Party YN: 1
Listing Information
Previous Status: Pending
Home Warranty YN: No
Listing Date Information
Days to Contract: 165
Status Contractual Search Date: 2016-12-20T00:00:00.000
Listing Price Information
Calculated List Price By Calculated Sq Ft: 96.45
Home Information
Living Area: 2623
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Public Records
Building Area Total: 3854
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Public Records
Foundation Details: Slab
Levels: One
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Valleyview Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.2mi
8/10
Lakeland Highlands Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.8mi
5/10
George W. Jenkins Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
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
4/10 Fire Factor
2% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 107° expected this year, 25 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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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in
June and 6.5 hours in December, placing it above the
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Estimated sale price
$456,000 – $552,000
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