Nestled beneath a canopy of majestic Oak trees, this 6.5 acre estate is just the break from reality you've been waiting for! Custom built by Ernie White and featuring 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a 2 car garage, this residence is truly one of a kind. As you make your way down the long, tree lined driveway, you immediately feel a sense of calm surrounding you, and transporting you to your dream home. Setup for a a hobby farm, the property has chickens, ducks, turkey, and a mini horse - all of which can stay, if the future owner would like! There are also a variety of fruit producing trees and plants all around the property. Make your way up to the home, where you are greeted by a welcoming front porch, perfect for sipping your morning coffee, and a beautiful double door entry. Upon entering the home, you are immediately struck by the gorgeous views of your property, from the oversized triple sliding glass door, in the living room. The living areas feature spectacular vaulted ceilings, consistent tile flooring throughout, and a light and cheerful paint palette. The living room and dining rooms flow perfectly together, ideal for modern day living. The kitchen has been beautifully updated, with custom cabinetry, in a rich wood tone, contrasted with travertine counter tops. The kitchen also has an incredible copper farm sink, breakfast bar seating, and a wonderful breakfast nook. The bedroom layout is ideal, with the master suite located on the opposite side of the home from the guest bedrooms. The master suite is a true oasis. The bedroom is a nice size and has vaulted ceilings, a walk in closet, and sliding doors leading out to the patio. The en-suite bathroom is spectacular and features the most stunning copper claw foot tub, unique tile work, and a large walk in shower. Rounding out this side of the home is one guest bedroom, that is currently used as an office. On the opposite side of the home, you will discover two guest bedrooms, flanking the updated guest bathroom. Completing the interior of the home is a nice laundry room and a huge screened lanai, which is approximately 35' long. The property is truly amazing and features tons of varying species of flora and fauna and the sounds of wildlife surround you. The property is mostly fenced, and has a 24x36 barn/workshop, a vegetable garden, and so much more! Additional updates to the home include; water heater replaced in 2018, water filtration system in 2018, AC replaced in 2016, metal roof in 2020, water softener system added last month, exterior paint in 2020, septic tank serviced and pumped last week, and a new electrical box and pressure tank on the well. This home is truly move in ready and is just the one you've been waiting for. Call today for your private showing!
Single-familyProperty Type
2000Year Built
6.5 acresLot Size
$317Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Adam Smith• COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
Bought with Kathy Hamble• STRIPES & ASSOCIATES, INC.
BEAUTIFUL COUNTRY CHARMER nestled on 6.5 partially wooded acres in the highly coveted Historic Socrum District - located within minutes of major Thoroughfares, vibrant Retail and Dining in addition to countless Activity and Entertainment venues! This fantastic home boasts Open Concept Living featuring a spacious Great Room; Formal Dining Room; a well-appointed Kitchen with Stainless Appliances, a Casual Dining area as well as an abundance of Cabinet and Counter space; a full Laundry Suite; Large Secondary Bedrooms (4th Bedroom could be as an Office/Den) and an enchanting Master Retreat with an en suite Garden Bath that is sure to impress! Fastidiously updated throughout- no detail was overlooked! (An extensive list of upgrades will happily be provided!) Light and airy, warm and welcome – you will be proud to call this home! Outdoor Living includes a Front “Rocking” Porch as well as an expansive Rear Screened Lanai. The 860+ sq ft Workshop is equipped with water and electric – a perfect Hobbyist Retreat! Chase fireflies, roast marshmallows over the firepit or just sit back and enjoy the peace and tranquility of nature that surrounds you!
*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
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Lot depth
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Lot size
6.5 Acres
Year renovated
2000
Sq. Ft.
2,037
Year built
2000
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
232703000712000030
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
RL-1
WETLANDS OVERLAY
Residential Low-1 District
The purpose of the RL-1 district is to provide areas for the low density residential needs of residents in urban areas who desire areas with larger sized lots, a minimum of 40,000 square feet
Zone overlays
WETLAND FORESTED MIXED
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Aug 13, 2020 • Final
Re-roof
Install a new metal roof over the existing shingle roof of a residential building.
Roofing
Apr 19, 2018 • Final
Mechanical
Install a new horizontal heat pump in the attic of a residential building.
Heat pump
HVAC
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 Spaces: 2
Has Attached Garage
Has Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
Other Rooms Information
# of Rooms: 8
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Central, Electric
Cooling Information: Central Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fans(s), Open Floorplan, Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Walk-in Closet(s), Window Treatments
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
Directions: From north on Hwy. 98, turn left onto Socrum Loop to address on right. House is tucked back from the road and there are a couple of other houses in front of it, when you are going down the driveway.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,037
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6.5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2000
Year Renovated: 2000
County: Polk County
APN: 232703000712000030
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Third Party YN: 1
Listing Information
Previous Status: Pending
Backups Requested YN: 1
Listing Date Information
Days to Contract: 45
Status Contractual Search Date: 2022-08-17
Listing Price Information
Calculated List Price By Calculated Sq Ft: 294.50
Green Information
Green Verification Count: 0
Direction Faces: South
Home Information
Living Area: 2037
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Public Records
Living Area Meters: 189.24
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Foundation Details: Slab
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
Socrum Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
6/10
Sleepy Hill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.1mi
2/10
Kathleen Senior High School
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 7.6mi
3/10
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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
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, 1 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
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Estimated sale price
$614,000 – $743,000
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