HERE IS AN EXCEPTIONAL HOME YOU WILL LOVE! It is an impressive Pool home located in the desirable Gated Community of Highlands Ridge in SE Lakeland. offering 4 BD/ 3 BA with 2,220 sq ft. living area. The home greets you with brick trimmed driveway and lush manicured landscaping. Double doors with decorative glass open into this spacious home with high ceilings, formal living and dining rooms, family room and split bedrooms. Take notice of the well laid out floor plan and the more notable features of tray ceilings, gorgeous wood-look porcelain plank floors throughout the living areas. The attractive kitchen unites the family room and boasts an architectural element with recess lights; the room is finished with beautiful maple cabinetry, granite countertops, a large island with seating and stainless appliances. Adding to the kitchen are the conveniences of a built-in desk, a pantry and a dinette area situated to give view and access to the pool and lanai. Including the family room, the entire area is wonderfully positioned for daily life and when entertaining indoors and poolside. Step into the owners’ suite to find access to the lanai, his & her closets and a spacious tile bathroom with dual vanities, soaking tub, tile & glass shower and water closet. Completing the sleep quarters are 3 additional bedrooms that share a full bathroom with tub, this bath also gives access to the lanai. The large screened lanai area has paver brick decking and offers a comfortable covered area with ceiling fans and the uniquely designed pool has salt filtration and a waterfall. The fenced yard has a reclaimed water irrigation system to keep the lawn and landscaping beautiful. This outstanding home offers many pleasures and conveniences to make Florida living absolutely wonderful. Call to schedule your viewing, this elegant home will sell quickly. Room Feature: Linen Closet In Bath (Primary Bathroom). Room Feature: Linen Closet In Bath (Primary Bedroom).
Single-familyProperty Type
2002Year Built
10,058 sq ftLot Size
$207Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Erin Floyd• COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
Contact: 863-294-7541
Bought with Matt Chandler• S & D REAL ESTATE SERVICE LLC
Gorgeous 4 bedroom 2 bath South Lakeland home is situated in the lovely Highlands Ridge gated community. An elegant double glass front door welcomes you to formal living and dining rooms with high definition plank porcelain tile flowing throughout. Beautiful, open kitchen boast: oversized granite island, 36 inch maple cabinetry with crown molding, stainless appliance package, recess lighting, built-in desk and a quaint breakfast nook with a pool side view. Ideal open plan features a private master suite with: tray ceiling, dual vanities, glorious walk-in shower, garden tub, his and her closets and glass block window for amazing natural light. 3 sets of sliders open to the brick paver lanai and pool with salt filtration and waterfall. The fenced yard stays beautiful with a reclaimed water sprinkler system. Additional upgrades include: fresh exterior paint, Ring doorbell, new pool salt cell and pump, new landscape package , front door and ceiling fans. Special Financing Incentives available on this property from Sirva Mortgage. Outdoor table and 6 chairs are included with the home. .. .. It's a perfect match!
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #L4703698
Feb 20, 2015
Sold
$230,000
$104/sq ft
Jan 20, 2015
Pending
—
Dec 30, 2014
Listed
$249,900
$113/sq ft
This is a recently refurbished 4 Bedroom 2 Bath Pool home in the gated community of Highlands Ridge in S. Lakeland. The home features a gorgeous kitchen with granite countertops, all stainless steel appliances, solid wood cabinets and a kitchen island. The pool area includes a clean and fully operational pool, a paved pool deck, screen enclosure and covered lanai. Other great features of this home include a 2 car garage, 4 total bedrooms, formal Dining Room, formal Living Room & a large Family Room, fenced yard & an inside utility room with cabinets. There is eating space in the kitchen as well as a built in desk with granite countertops and cabinets. The Master Bathroom features a garden tub, tiled shower stall & dual sinks. The recent updates to the home include a new Roof, new 4 ton HVAC system, fresh interior paint, new carpet and new closet & interior doors. This property is eligible under the FreddieMac First Look Initiative thru 1/18/15. Buyer is responsible for paying Doc Stamps at closing, Seller is exempt. Home Warranty is offered by Seller to owner occupant Buyers only (up to $500); no credit given for any unused amount. The home is easy to show.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,958 (+6.4%)
2024
$2,781 (−20.4%)
2023
$3,493 (+3.9%)
2022
$3,362
2021
$3,363 (+1.3%)
2020
$3,320 (+10.3%)
2019
$3,009 (+1.1%)
$48,000 + $192,513
$240,513
2018
$2,975 (+2.4%)
2017
$2,905 (+1.2%)
2016
$2,870 (+25.3%)
2014
$2,291 (−0.5%)
$38,000 + $155,529
$193,529
2013
$2,302 (+25.5%)
2012
$1,834
Tax history for 5868 High Ridge Loop
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,958 (+6.4%)
2024
$2,781 (−20.4%)
2023
$3,493 (+3.9%)
2022
$3,362
2021
$3,363 (+1.3%)
2020
$3,320 (+10.3%)
2019
$3,009 (+1.1%)
$48,000 + $192,513
$240,513
2018
$2,975 (+2.4%)
2017
$2,905 (+1.2%)
2016
$2,870 (+25.3%)
2014
$2,291 (−0.5%)
$38,000 + $155,529
$193,529
2013
$2,302 (+25.5%)
2012
$1,834
*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
4
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
10,058 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2002
Sq. Ft.
2,220
Year built
2002
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
242916284559000040
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 11, 2026.
RL-3
Residential Low-3 District
The purpose of the RL-3 district is to provide areas for the low density residential needs of residents in urban areas who desire areas with smaller lots, a minimum of 10,000 sq ft.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Sep 23, 2024 • Final
Window and door
Remove and replace windows and doors with new units of the same size.
Remodel
Nov 15, 2022 • Final
Plumbing
Replace an existing electric water heater.
Plumbing
Water heater
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.
Utilities: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Street Lights, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
Location
Multi-Family Financial Information
Total Annual Fees: $450
Total Monthly Fees: $37.50
Multi-Unit Information
Unit Number YN: 0
HOA Information
Association Name: Deana Rouleau
Has HOA
MFR_Association2YN: 0
Association Fee Requirement: Required
Association Approval Required Y/N: 0
Monthly HOA Amount: 37.50
Association Amenities: Gated
Association Fee: $450
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Fee Includes: Common Area Taxes, Management, Private Road
Location Information
Directions: CR-Hwy. 540A E turn NORTH on Harrells Nursery Rd, turn LEFT on High Ridge PL, turn RIGHT on High Ridge Dr., turn RIGHT on High Ridge Loop, home is on RIGHT.
Community Information
Community Features: Deed Restrictions, Gated
Pets Allowed: Yes
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,220
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 10,058 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2002
Year Renovated: 2002
County: Polk County
APN: 242916284559000040
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 11, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Third Party YN: 1
Listing Information
Attribution Contact: 863-294-7541
Previous Status: Pending
Backups Requested YN: 0
Listing Date Information
Days to Contract: 3
Status Contractual Search Date: 2023-06-12
Listing Price Information
Calculated List Price By Calculated Sq Ft: 219.37
Green Information
Direction Faces: West
Home Information
Living Area: 2220
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Public Records
Living Area Meters: 206.24
Building Area Total: 3056
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Public Records
Foundation Details: Slab
Stories Total: 1
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
Valleyview Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
8/10
Lakeland Highlands Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.6mi
4/10
George W. Jenkins Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.4mi
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
3% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 107° expected this year, 26 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 8.7 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$438,000 – $530,000
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