MUST-SEE LAKELAND VALUE—NO HOA AND PRICED AT $187,500! Welcome to 519 Channing Road, a well-positioned 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath concrete-block home offering approximately 923 square feet of heated living space and 1,211 total square feet under roof. Whether you are searching for your first home, looking to simplify your lifestyle, or adding another Central Florida property to your investment portfolio, this one-story residence offers an appealing combination of value, convenience, and usable outdoor space. ROOF 2018, A/C 2024 Step inside to a practical floor plan where the living and dining areas connect comfortably, creating an easy setting for everyday living and entertaining. Ceiling fans help keep the interior comfortable, while ceramic tile and linoleum flooring provide simple maintenance. The home is equipped with central heating and air conditioning, and the kitchen includes a range, refrigerator, and disposal. An interior laundry area adds convenience, and the washer and dryer are included, helping make the home ready for its next chapter. Outside, the fully fenced backyard creates a defined and functional outdoor space. The large covered deck provides room for outdoor dining, weekend gatherings, grilling, or relaxing in the shade after a long day. The approximately 7,000-square-foot lot offers additional yard space for gardening, recreation, pets, or future outdoor improvements, subject to applicable local requirements. With no homeowners association, owners can enjoy the property without monthly HOA dues or an additional layer of association restrictions. The home features durable concrete-block construction, a slab foundation, and a shingle roof reported by the seller to be approximately eight years old. Public water and sewer are connected, along with electricity, and cable service is available. The property is located in Flood Zone X, which is generally considered an area of lower flood risk; buyers should independently verify flood-zone information and insurance requirements. Fee-simple ownership and the ability to lease the property may also make this home appealing to buyers seeking flexibility for future use. Built in 1952, this home offers the character and efficient layout of a classic Lakeland residence. The combination of two bedrooms, one full bathroom, one half bathroom, indoor laundry, central air conditioning, a fenced yard, covered outdoor living space, and no HOA creates an opportunity that deserves a closer look. If you have been waiting for a competitively priced Lakeland home with practical features, outdoor space, and a central location, put 519 Channing Road on your list. Schedule your private showing today and experience the value, location, and possibilities this property has.
Lakeshore, located between Lake Hollingsworth and Downtown Lakeland, is a residential and lakeside Lakeland neighborhood with a walkable shoreline and a canopy of mature oaks. The neighborhood’s character concentrates along Lake Hollingsworth Drive near the Lake Hollingsworth Park loop, where runners, cyclists, and sunset strollers set the tempo. Streets show mid-century ranch homes and Florida bungalows, with porches and deep setbacks that frame the lake breeze. Florida Southern College’s Frank Lloyd Wright architecture adds a design-forward backdrop. The Polk Museum of Art anchors a gallery-and-lecture rhythm nearby. Hollis Garden supplies formal paths and seasonal color along Lake Mirror.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Ceiling fans
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bathrooms
1 full bath
1 half bath
Kitchen
Range
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Inside laundry room
Washer
Dryer
Flooring
Ceramic tile
Block foundation
Heating & cooling
Central heating (electric)
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Asphalt road frontage
Lot approximately 0.16 acres
Approximately 650 square meters lot
Home design
Single family residence
One story
Facing east
Parking
1 lot (property includes off-street parking on site)
Construction
Block and concrete construction
Shingle roof
Built on block foundation
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Utilities connected
HOA & community
No HOA association
Financial info
No lease restrictions
Unfurnished
Other
Residential property subtype: Single Family Residence
Electricity and solar
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We are happy to say that we are back on the market and ready to present this freshly painted 2 bedroom 1 1/2 bath block home that has a newer roof. (3yrs. ) Don't let the size fool you. There is room to spread out and entertain outside under the large covered deck and spacious fenced in backyard. Add an outdoor kitchen, firepit, or pool and enjoy! There's plenty of room to park your boat or camper. If you need additional living space, the foundation is already laid for an extra bedroom, home office, or flex room. This home is conveniently located very close to the Lakeland Regional Medical Center, Watson Clinic, and many other excellent medical centers. You will be close to downtown restaurants, shopping, and public transportation. You can also enjoy time at Lake Parker Park, which has a boat ramp, fishing pier, picnic pavilions, playground, and beautiful paved walking trails. Just minutes away from Joker Marchant Stadium where you can have fun watching the Lakeland Flying Tigers and the Detroit Tigers spring training games. This home is located in a well established and affordable neighborhood in a Mid-Town CRA, which possibly qualifies for down payment assistance.
Public Records
Apr 25, 2006
Sold
$72,000
$78/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 3, 1995
Sold
$40,000
$43/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,625 (−3.2%)
$16,800 + $128,698
$145,498
2024
$2,712 (+0.4%)
$16,800 + $128,698
$145,498
2023
$2,701 (+9.7%)
$16,800 + $133,389
$150,189
2022
$2,462 (+117.5%)
2021
$1,132 (+8.7%)
$13,650 + $120,404
$134,054
2020
$1,042 (+11.0%)
2019
$938 (+12.3%)
2018
$836 (+31.4%)
2017
$636 (+9.7%)
$7,088 + $28,384
$35,472
2016
$580 (+3.9%)
$7,088 + $28,384
$35,472
2014
$558 (−3.6%)
$6,825 + $19,800
$26,625
2013
$579 (−3.6%)
2012
$600
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1990
Finished Sq. Ft.
825
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
825
Year built
1952
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
242807173500013080
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 10, 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
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
9/10 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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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.6 hours in
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Redfin Estimate for 519 Channing Rd
$186,963
$537 under list price of $188K
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