Stunning home on a 1 acre lot with private gated entrance on Scott Lake!! 5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, right at 5800 sf of living space, and large open living spaces, the unique layout of this home will appeal to the most discriminating buyer! As you enter the home, the amazing views of Scott Lake greet you and the beautiful wood floors, and soaring ceiling with beams create a stunning backdrop. An electric stone fireplace with mantle, large dining area, and multiple sitting areas provides a picturesque space for friends and family to gather. The kitchen has been completely remodeled and boasts soaring ceilings, tons of natural light, induction cooktop, stainless appliances, tons of cabinetry for storage, granite countertops, backsplash, island with seating, and vent hood. The master suite is very large – the bedroom showcases wood flooring, plantation shutters, tons of space for a sitting area, and great lake views. The dual oversized closets boast lots of built in drawers, and the master bath was recently remodeled and is absolutely stunning - boasting freestanding tub, gorgeous marble flooring, walk in shower, water closet, linen closet, and tons of dressing space. The wood paneled office offers could easily be used as a den or library and is conveniently located nearest the master suite. The split bedroom plan of this home offers the ultimate in privacy – with the master suite on the South end of the home, 3 other bedrooms on the North end, and an entire bedroom suite nearer the lake – making it perfect for a large family to spread out AND the whole house generator is sure to provide extra piece of mind during storm season! The sunroom offers gorgeous Mexican tile along with more fantastic living space and the perfect spot for a breakfast room! The opportunity to enjoy the outdoors in this home abound. The lush, private front yard offers plenty of shady area for outside play, the large salt water pool and (electric) heated spa overlook Scott Lake, the firepit provides the perfect place to relax, and the screened porch on the boat dock (with boat lift) offers the perfect place to enjoy watching the sunset! Additional features include, 135’ of lake frontage, 3 car garage, Mexican tile, plantation shutters, and all new doors and windows, and so much more! This is definitely a rare chance to live on one of Lakeland’s most usable and prestigious lakes!
Single-familyProperty Type
1980Year Built
0.96 acresLot Size
$276Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Kim McKeel• KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY
Bought with Jody Ciavardone• PREMIER REALTY NETWORK, INC
A must-see prestigious lakefront estate on the shores of Scott Lake. Elegance beckons from the moment you drive thru the private gates of this stately manor. The home features nearly 5800 SQ FT of heated living area. Beautiful, soaring beamed ceilings throughout, gleaming hardwood floors, and fireplace add to the majesty of the residence. The spacious master bedroom has all the comforts one could possibly imagine. For the lady of the house, the closet is equivalent to an additional bedroom! Panoramic views of the lake are available from almost every room in the house as well as from the screen enclosed pool and spa, and from the guest house. Residence also comes complete with whole-house power generator (the automatic system turns on in the event of a power failure), a centricon termite treatment system and warranty, and a home warranty, and so many more amenities! This home has all this and more.
Public Records
Dec 30, 1994
Sold
$450,000
$79/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,727 (+3.6%)
2024
$13,245 (+2.4%)
2023
$12,938 (−0.3%)
2022
$12,981 (+85.0%)
$431,262 + $554,484
$985,746
2021
$7,018 (+1.7%)
$410,514 + $568,934
$979,448
2020
$6,902 (−0.1%)
2019
$6,910 (+1.1%)
2018
$6,838 (+2.7%)
2017
$6,660 (+0.6%)
2016
$6,619 (−0.7%)
2014
$6,668 (−0.7%)
2013
$6,717 (+5.9%)
2012
$6,344
Tax history for 5525 Live Oak Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,727 (+3.6%)
2024
$13,245 (+2.4%)
2023
$12,938 (−0.3%)
2022
$12,981 (+85.0%)
$431,262 + $554,484
$985,746
2021
$7,018 (+1.7%)
$410,514 + $568,934
$979,448
2020
$6,902 (−0.1%)
2019
$6,910 (+1.1%)
2018
$6,838 (+2.7%)
2017
$6,660 (+0.6%)
2016
$6,619 (−0.7%)
2014
$6,668 (−0.7%)
2013
$6,717 (+5.9%)
2012
$6,344
*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
5
Baths
4
Stories
1
Lot width
130 ft.
Lot depth
289 ft.
Lot size
0.96 Acres
Year renovated
2010
Sq. Ft.
4,081
Year built
1980
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
242917285350000100
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 11, 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
Mar 14, 2025 • Final
Mechanical
Replace a 5 ton air conditioning unit.
HVAC
Sep 10, 2018 • Final
Re-roof
Remove and replace the roof on a single-family home.
Roofing
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Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Guest, Oversized, Parking Pad