This is a charming Garden Grove three bedroom/two bath home that has had lots of recent improvements. The large (19 x 12) eat-in kitchen is light and bright. The cabinets are white with new countertops and sink. There is pantry shelving located in the inside utility room. There is a bonus room as well as a great room. This bonus room is currently being used as a fourth bedroom (no closet). This room could be used as an office, formal living, game room, etc. The three bedrooms are nicely sized and the hall bathroom has be remodeled. All interior doors and the front door are new. The roof was replaced in 2013 and a brand new septic system was installed in 2016. The house has been repainted inside and out. There is a new aluminum covered porch off the bonus room overlooking the back yard. The shed and above-ground pool will remain with the home. All the flooring has recently been replaced as well. There is a two-car side entry carport with storage at one end. NO HOA in this community so bring your toys. This property is close to LEGOLAND, I-4, shopping, etc.
Single-familyProperty Type
1965Year Built
9,884 sq ftLot Size
$151Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Brenda J Quinn• QUINN & COMPANY REALTORS, LLC
Contact: 863-294-2929
Bought with Kelly Jones• BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS REAL
3 bedroom 2 bath home in SE Winter Haven. Large lot with mature oak trees in a quiet neighborhood. A little TLC will make this a great home!
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #P4601844
Nov 4, 2008
Listing Removed
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Apr 14, 2008
Listed
*
Public Records
Aug 28, 1996
Sold
$71,500
$43/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,143 (+8.4%)
2024
$1,977 (+9.9%)
2023
$1,798 (+3.7%)
2022
$1,734 (−0.2%)
2021
$1,738 (+2.1%)
2020
$1,702 (+1.7%)
2019
$1,673 (+2.5%)
2018
$1,633 (+66.8%)
2017
$979 (+4.2%)
2016
$940 (+2.5%)
2014
$917 (+25.1%)
2013
$733 (+82.8%)
2012
$401
Tax history for 165 Whitman Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,143 (+8.4%)
2024
$1,977 (+9.9%)
2023
$1,798 (+3.7%)
2022
$1,734 (−0.2%)
2021
$1,738 (+2.1%)
2020
$1,702 (+1.7%)
2019
$1,673 (+2.5%)
2018
$1,633 (+66.8%)
2017
$979 (+4.2%)
2016
$940 (+2.5%)
2014
$917 (+25.1%)
2013
$733 (+82.8%)
2012
$401
*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
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
9,884 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1965
Sq. Ft.
1,678
Year built
1965
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
262835662500001103
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 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.
Lot Features: In County, Level, Near Public Transit, Paved
Lot Size Acres: 0.23
Building Information
MFR_BuildingAreaTotalSrchSqM: 202.34
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $940
Tax Year: 2016
Millage Rate: 15.23
Lease / Rent Details
Lease Restrictions YN: 1
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Furnished: Unfurnished
HOA Information
Association Fee Requirement: None
Association Approval Required Y/N: 0
Location Information
Directions: From W.Haven head towards LEGOLAND on Cyp. Gdns. Blvd. Turn left onto Cypress Gardens Rd. Then left on Whitman Rd. House will be on the left. Sign in the yard.
Community Information
Pets Allowed: Yes
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,678
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 9,884 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1965
Year Renovated: 1965
County: Polk County
APN: 262835662500001103
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Third Party YN: 1
Listing Information
Attribution Contact: 863-294-2929
Previous Status: Pending
Backups Requested YN: 1
Home Warranty YN: No
Listing Date Information
Days to Contract: 5
Status Contractual Search Date: 2017-08-18
Listing Price Information
Calculated List Price By Calculated Sq Ft: 89.33
Home Information
Living Area: 1678
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Public Records
Living Area Meters: 155.89
Building Area Total: 2178
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Public Records
Foundation Details: Slab
Levels: One
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Around this home
Schools
Garden Grove Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.1mi
5/10
Denison Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.0mi
3/10
Winter Haven Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.6mi
3/10
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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
2% 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
0 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
$241,000 – $292,000
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