The lakefront property you are inquiring about is located in Winter Haven, Florida in the Lakewood area of Southeast Polk County. This home is situated on a private dead end street. This area is a one way, ingress/egress - IT IS PRIVATE! Now, this home needs some TLC, but the price reflects that already - The square footage reflects 4,196 = $107.24 per sq ft. The average home selling in the neighborhood is $131.54! Did I mention the pool and the 4 or 5 bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths, super laundry - major sized rooms and OHOHOHOH, THE HALLOWEEN PARTY - #FAMOUS - Schedule an exclusive showing!
Single-familyProperty Type
1978Year Built
0.46 acresLot Size
$144Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Renee Butler• BROKERS REALTY OF CENTRAL FLOR
FABULOUS FLORIDA LIVING POOL HOME ON LAKE LINK!! This 4 BD/ 3½ BA boasts nearly 4,200 sq. ft. of living area on almost a half acre of lakefront property! Located on beautiful Lake Link and connected to Lake Otis, this property is Not In A Flood Zone. The home has an open concept with split floor plan for the bedrooms. The Master bedroom and two bathrooms are on one wing, while the other wing houses 3 BD/ 2 BA. Many updates were made in 2013-2014 including: new roof, windows, gutters and front door; new paint inside and out; Halogen ceiling lighting in family room, tile work, new counter tops in kitchen with new stainless steel sink, faucets, osmosis faucet, new counter tops in all full bathrooms, new ceiling fans, new carpeting, new water purification system, two new water heaters and a beautiful gazebo was constructed by the lake to enjoy the great views of the water and sunsets. In addition to the many updates, this spacious home offers two fireplaces- one electric and one wood burning; 2 dishwashers and 2 ovens in the vast eat-in kitchen. The gathering room is poolside and perfect for entertaining with a wet bar, handsome stone fireplace and stunning beam work on the ceiling. This is a perfect home for a fun Florida lifestyle. ALSO available for rent for $2350.00 per month.
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #K4700699
Apr 12, 2017
Pending
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Apr 11, 2017
Price Changed
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Apr 11, 2017
Relisted
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Apr 11, 2017
Listing Removed
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Apr 11, 2017
Listing Removed
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Mar 14, 2016
Pending
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Mar 1, 2016
Listing Removed
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Dec 3, 2015
Price Changed
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Nov 4, 2015
Price Changed
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Oct 20, 2015
Listed
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Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #K4700090
Mar 4, 2015
Listing Removed
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Jan 21, 2015
Price Changed
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Jan 5, 2015
Price Changed
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Dec 12, 2014
Price Changed
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Nov 21, 2014
Price Changed
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Oct 31, 2014
Price Changed
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Oct 21, 2014
Price Changed
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Sep 12, 2014
Price Changed
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Aug 22, 2014
Listed
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Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #P4625468
Aug 8, 2013
Sold
$232,000
$55/sq ft
May 8, 2013
Listed
$225,000
$54/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 1, 1982
Sold
$185,000
$44/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,407 (+3.8%)
2024
$10,030 (+3.1%)
2023
$9,732 (+1.9%)
2022
$9,554 (+33.3%)
2021
$7,170 (+1.2%)
2020
$7,088 (+2.9%)
$158,000 + $313,216
$471,216
2019
$6,889 (+9.2%)
$150,000 + $313,095
$463,095
2018
$6,311 (+2.3%)
2017
$6,169 (+0.8%)
$86,000 + $302,499
$388,499
2016
$6,122 (+6.3%)
$86,000 + $302,499
$388,499
2014
$5,761 (+13.8%)
$52,000 + $279,204
$331,204
2013
$5,061 (+11.6%)
2012
$4,534
Tax history for 271 Lake Link Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,407 (+3.8%)
2024
$10,030 (+3.1%)
2023
$9,732 (+1.9%)
2022
$9,554 (+33.3%)
2021
$7,170 (+1.2%)
2020
$7,088 (+2.9%)
$158,000 + $313,216
$471,216
2019
$6,889 (+9.2%)
$150,000 + $313,095
$463,095
2018
$6,311 (+2.3%)
2017
$6,169 (+0.8%)
$86,000 + $302,499
$388,499
2016
$6,122 (+6.3%)
$86,000 + $302,499
$388,499
2014
$5,761 (+13.8%)
$52,000 + $279,204
$331,204
2013
$5,061 (+11.6%)
2012
$4,534
*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
4
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
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Lot size
0.46 Acres
Year renovated
1978
Sq. Ft.
4,196
Year built
1978
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
262827000000041270
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.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Dec 24, 2025 • Final
Electric
Install a rooftop solar system on a residential building.
Electrical
Solar
Apr 19, 2018 • Final
Re-roof
Replace the roof on a single-family home.
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.
Utilities: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Electricity Connected
Location
Multi-Family Financial Information
Total Annual Fees: $500
Total Monthly Fees: $41.67
Multi-Unit Information
Unit Number YN: 0
HOA Information
Association Name: Carlin Bennett
Has HOA
Association Fee Requirement: Required
Association Approval Required Y/N: 0
Monthly HOA Amount: 41.67
Association Amenities: Gated
Association Fee: $500
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Fee Includes: Private Road
Location Information
Directions: Continue to Ave D NW. Head east toward 5th St NW. Turn left onto 5th St NW. Take E Central Ave and Lake Elbert Dr SE to 13th St SE. Turn right onto Ave D NW. Turn right onto 1st St N. Turn left onto E Central Ave. Slight right toward Lake Elbert Dr SE. Slight right onto Lake Elbert Dr SE. Take Lakewood Causeway to Lake Link Rd. Turn right onto 13th St SE. Turn left onto N Lake Otis Dr SE. Turn right onto Lakewood Causeway. Turn left onto Lake Link Rd. Lake Link Rd turns slightly right and becomes Lake Mariam Rd. Continue straight onto Lake Link Rd. Destination will be on the left.
Community Information
Pets Allowed: Yes
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 4,196
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.46 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1978
Year Renovated: 1978
County: Polk County
APN: 262827000000041270
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Third Party YN: 1
Listing Information
Previous Status: Pending
Backups Requested YN: 0
Listing Date Information
Days to Contract: 82
Status Contractual Search Date: 2021-04-19
Listing Price Information
Calculated List Price By Calculated Sq Ft: 101.29
Green Information
Direction Faces: East
Home Information
Living Area: 4196
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Public Records
Living Area Meters: 389.82
Building Area Total: 5120
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Public Records
Foundation Details: Slab
Stories Total: 1
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
Elbert Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
2/10
Denison Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi
3/10
Winter Haven Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
3/10
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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
1% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 107° expected this year, 23 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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Historical weather
Winter Haven, FL • 33884
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.6 hours in
June and 6.6 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$573,000 – $694,000
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