Updated pool home located in Valencia Wood Hills. Formal & family rooms with 3 Bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, 2231sf. Family room offers; brick fireplace in family room. Island kitchen has granite counter tops with breakfast bar & updated stainless appliances. Custom cabinets and closet pantry & pass thru window to lanai. Hardwood flooring and crown molding throughout with ceramic tile in kitchen. Plantation shutters and French doors. Master suite has large walk in closet and double sink vanity with shower. Laundry room has built in cabinets with counter top & sink. Screen enclosed pool/spa and covered lanai. Situated on . 34 acre corner lot in a established SE community.
Single-familyProperty Type
1987Year Built
0.34 acresLot Size
$198Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Michael Norris• NEXTHOME NORRIS & COMPANY REAL
Listed by Dee Norris• NEXTHOME NORRIS & COMPANY REAL
Attractive well- cared for brick home in a quiet convenient neighborhood. This house has a large yard and a view of the lake. It also has a screened patio and pool area with a heated spa. This home was recently redone and has an updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops. It has hardwood floors in great condition and many other extras including an irrigation system, a central vacuum system. a security system and a new air conditioner. It also has an oversized garage and alarge attic for storage.
Public Records
Apr 2, 2002
Sold
$196,000
$88/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 1, 1985
Sold
$25,000
$11/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 1, 1977
Sold
$19,000
$9/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,922 (+5.7%)
2024
$3,711 (+5.8%)
2023
$3,507 (+2.6%)
2022
$3,418 (−0.7%)
2021
$3,441 (+1.3%)
2020
$3,396 (+0.5%)
2019
$3,379 (+32.4%)
2018
$2,552 (+2.5%)
$34,000 + $206,598
$240,598
2017
$2,489 (+1.5%)
2016
$2,452 (−1.1%)
2014
$2,480 (+11.4%)
$30,000 + $145,706
$175,706
2013
$2,226 (+16.9%)
2012
$1,904
Tax history for 281 Hernando Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,922 (+5.7%)
2024
$3,711 (+5.8%)
2023
$3,507 (+2.6%)
2022
$3,418 (−0.7%)
2021
$3,441 (+1.3%)
2020
$3,396 (+0.5%)
2019
$3,379 (+32.4%)
2018
$2,552 (+2.5%)
$34,000 + $206,598
$240,598
2017
$2,489 (+1.5%)
2016
$2,452 (−1.1%)
2014
$2,480 (+11.4%)
$30,000 + $145,706
$175,706
2013
$2,226 (+16.9%)
2012
$1,904
*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
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.34 Acres
Year renovated
1987
Sq. Ft.
2,231
Year built
1987
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
262827000000024030
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 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
Sep 5, 2025 • Final
Electric
Replace the main electrical panel, install a generator inlet and interlock, and install an electric vehicle charger.
Electrical
Ev charger
Generator
Dec 7, 2022 • Final
Re-roof
Remove and replace shingles on a residential roof.
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.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Dimensions: 26x30
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Attached Garage
Has Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Inside, Laundry Room
Other Rooms Information
Additional Rooms: Family Room,Formal Dining Room Separate,Formal Living Room Separate,Inside Utility
# of Rooms: 7
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Electric
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Central
Cooling Information: Central Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fans(s), Central Vaccum, Crown Molding, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Walk-in Closet(s)
Window Features: Blinds
Appliances: Built-In Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Water Heater
Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Block, Brick, Siding, Stucco
Roof: Shingle
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Porch, Rear Porch, Screened
Exterior Features: French Doors, Irrigation System, Outdoor Shower
Pool Information
Spa Features: In Ground
Has Private Pool
Pool Features: Gunite, In Ground
Has Spa
Waterfront Information
Waterfront Feet Total: 0
Water View Y/N: 0
Water Access Y/N: 0
Water Extras Y/N: 0
Property Information
CDD Y/N: 0
Homestead Y/N: 1
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Completed
Zoning: SFR
Land Information
Vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Oak Trees, Trees/Landscaped
Total Acreage: 1/4 Acre to 21779 Sq. Ft.
Lot Information
Number Of Lots: 1
Lot Features: Corner Lot, In County, Paved
Lot Size Acres: 0.34
Zoning Compatible YN: 1
Other Exemptions YN: 0
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,489
Tax Year: 2017
Lease / Rent Details
Lease Restrictions YN: 0
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Unit Number YN: 0
HOA Information
Has HOA
Association Fee Requirement: Required
Association Approval Required Y/N: 0
Monthly HOA Amount: 12.50
Association Fee: $150
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Location Information
Directions: Cypress Gardens to Polk Dr, R on Alachua Dr, L on Lk. Ring Dr, turn R to stay on Lk. Ring Dr, turn L on Hernando Rd, home is on L.
Community Information
Community Features: Deed Restrictions
Pets Allowed: Yes
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,231
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.34 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1987
Year Renovated: 1987
County: Polk County
APN: 262827000000024030
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Third Party YN: 1
Listing Information
Previous Status: Pending
Backups Requested YN: 0
Listing Date Information
Days to Contract: 21
Status Contractual Search Date: 2018-10-02T00:00:00.000
Listing Price Information
Calculated List Price By Calculated Sq Ft: 135.37
Home Information
Living Area: 2231
Living Area Source: Public Records
Building Area Total: 3767
Building Area Source: Public Records
Foundation Details: Slab
Levels: One
Security Features: Security System
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Elbert Elementary School
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Denison Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
3/10
Winter Haven Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
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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
10/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$420,000 – $509,000
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