Welcome to this centrally located 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath, two-story single-family home in the heart of Lakeland with NO HOA! This foreclosure property offers great potential for first-time homebuyers or investors looking to add value with some TLC. The updated kitchen and bathrooms feature granite countertops, while the inviting living room offers a cozy fireplace. A casual dining room overlooks the wood deck and backyard. The converted garage provides a versatile bonus room with Washer/Dryer hookups and a separate entrance—ideal for a home office, playroom, guest space, or additional bedroom. A convenient half bath is located on the first floor for guests. Upstairs, you'll find three bedrooms and two full bathrooms. The home also offers easy access to major highways and is conveniently located near shopping, restaurants, and schools. Roof replaced in 2023. Don't miss this opportunity to make this Lakeland property your own! THIS IS A VA FORECLOSURE!
WOW! HUGE PRICE IMPRIVEMENT. Here's a beautiful move-in ready home in the heart of Lakeland. A cozy Living room by the fireplace warmly welcomes you in. The casual dining room looks over the wood deck and huge backyard. This kitchen offers all granite countertops and light cabinets complimenting the space. A half bathroom downstairs is perfect for your guests. Located upstairs for privacy you will find 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, including the master bedroom. There is also a bonus room downstairs that could be used as an additional bedroom, play room, home office or anything you need. The wood deck outside is perfect for family gatherings outdoors. This property has easy access to highways, close to shopping, restaurants and retail establishments. Call to schedule your appointment. NEW ROOF! NO HOA! NO CDD! This property is perfect for a first time home buyer, investor who wants to add to the rental portfolio, or use as short term rental.
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #T3211745
Aug 28, 2020
Sold
$204,000
$121/sq ft
Jul 23, 2020
Pending
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Jun 17, 2020
Relisted
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Apr 13, 2020
Listing Removed
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Jan 3, 2020
Price Changed
$202,000
$120/sq ft
Nov 22, 2019
Listed
$206,000
$123/sq ft
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #O5756779
Jun 28, 2019
Sold
$136,350
$81/sq ft
May 21, 2019
Pending
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May 14, 2019
Relisted
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May 1, 2019
Listing Removed
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Apr 11, 2019
Price Changed
$150,100
$89/sq ft
Mar 14, 2019
Price Changed
$157,900
$94/sq ft
Mar 14, 2019
Relisted
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Mar 13, 2019
Listing Removed
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Feb 13, 2019
Price Changed
$166,200
$99/sq ft
Feb 6, 2019
Relisted
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Feb 5, 2019
Listing Removed
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Jan 14, 2019
Listed
$174,900
$104/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 15, 1999
Sold
$81,500
$49/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,662 (+1.9%)
$26,000 + $191,670
$217,670
2024
$3,595 (+6.4%)
$26,000 + $191,670
$217,670
2023
$3,381 (+88.9%)
$26,000 + $195,471
$221,471
2022
$1,790 (−0.2%)
$25,000 + $188,394
$213,394
2021
$1,794 (−20.5%)
2020
$2,256 (+8.3%)
$12,500 + $121,094
$133,594
2019
$2,084 (+4.3%)
$12,000 + $114,383
$126,383
2018
$1,998 (+9.2%)
$12,000 + $100,873
$112,873
2017
$1,830 (−14.8%)
$10,400 + $86,540
$96,940
2016
$2,148 (+41.3%)
$10,400 + $86,540
$96,940
2014
$1,520 (+94.0%)
2013
$784 (+74.0%)
2012
$450
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.25 Acres
Year renovated
1995
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,680
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
1,680
Year built
1995
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
232912140168000010
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 6, 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
Aug 26, 2022 • Final
Re-roof
Work on a roof replacement.
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.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.77% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 108° 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
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Lakeland, FL • 33813
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
89/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.1 hrs
7.1 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 749 Schoolhouse Rd
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $233,500 and $352,000.
Nearby comparable homes
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