Huge Price Reduction! Fantastic Home, Wonderful Neighborhood and Motivated Seller! Wow!!This could be you your amazing view coming into your private dock after a great day of fishing or just relaxing on beautiful Lake Mariam! Fantastic lakefront home located in Winter Haven, Florida. Wonderful floor plan for a family and entertaining! There are so many areas inside and outside of this home to enjoy. This beautiful 4 bedroom home, is not only very spacious, but also offers all of the outside ammenities for the Florida lifestyle that we love. Lovely screened in pool that leads to a private boathouse and dock. New kitchen cabinets and newer A/C units & fresh paint in the family room. Located in a very desirable and private neighborhood, but within minutes of shopping, dining, schools and the Polk Parkway. Please see photos and video for full views and descriptions of this gorgeous home. You'll love this house and the outstanding views!
3500 SQFT LAKEFRONT POOL HOME IN ESTABLISHED VALENCIA WOODS. .. This 4 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom lakehome with wide open living spaces and great views of the lakefront throughout. Large family room offers elevated ceilings heights, pristine wood floors, flagstone fireplace and a full bar all with views of the pool and lake. Kitchen provides plenty of cabinet and counter space, center island, walk-in pantry and a nice sized breakfast nook. Formal dining room is perfect for entertaining and special occasions. There a two bonus rooms downstairs along with a guest half bath and a guest bedroom. Upstairs is home to the master suite, two additional guest bedrooms and full guest bathroom. Master is spacious with walk-in closet, lake view balcony and a master bath complete with soaking tub, tiled walk-in shower and an extended tiled vanity. Making your way outside leads to the beautiful screened pool area and a huge 16x32 in-ground pool with some of the most relaxing and tranquil views around. Dock with covered electric boat lift and bench sitting allows endless water enjoyment including prime fishing, skiing or just cruising the 200 acres on Lake Mariam. Other features include a two car garage, central vacuum, ceiling fans throughout, newer roof and newer a/c units and all around well-maintained interior and exterior. * * * SEE VIRTUAL TOUR * * *
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #P4628323
Jun 10, 2014
Listing Removed
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May 26, 2014
Relisted
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May 26, 2014
Price Changed
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May 26, 2014
Listing Removed
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Apr 14, 2014
Price Changed
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Dec 2, 2013
Listed
*
Public Records
Jul 14, 1999
Sold
$239,000
$68/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 1, 1978
Sold
$25,000
$7/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,504 (+4.8%)
2024
$5,252 (+4.5%)
2023
$5,025 (+2.3%)
2022
$4,915 (−9.2%)
2021
$5,412 (−8.5%)
2020
$5,915 (+0.6%)
$95,000 + $252,994
$347,994
2019
$5,879 (+8.0%)
$90,000 + $291,551
$381,551
2018
$5,441 (+1.0%)
$90,000 + $279,582
$369,582
2017
$5,385 (+9.1%)
$85,000 + $270,136
$355,136
2016
$4,934 (+14.9%)
$85,000 + $270,136
$355,136
2014
$4,296 (+33.7%)
$40,000 + $225,266
$265,266
2013
$3,213 (+14.4%)
2012
$2,808
Tax history for 294 Hernando Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,504 (+4.8%)
2024
$5,252 (+4.5%)
2023
$5,025 (+2.3%)
2022
$4,915 (−9.2%)
2021
$5,412 (−8.5%)
2020
$5,915 (+0.6%)
$95,000 + $252,994
$347,994
2019
$5,879 (+8.0%)
$90,000 + $291,551
$381,551
2018
$5,441 (+1.0%)
$90,000 + $279,582
$369,582
2017
$5,385 (+9.1%)
$85,000 + $270,136
$355,136
2016
$4,934 (+14.9%)
$85,000 + $270,136
$355,136
2014
$4,296 (+33.7%)
$40,000 + $225,266
$265,266
2013
$3,213 (+14.4%)
2012
$2,808
*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
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.35 Acres
Year renovated
1985
Sq. Ft.
3,518
Year built
1985
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
262827000000023020
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
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.
Replace an entry door with a new door of the same size.
Remodel
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 Spaces: 2
Has Attached Garage
Has Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
# of Half Baths (Total): 1
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Other Rooms Information
Additional Rooms: Attic,Florida Room
# of Rooms: 9
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Gas, Family Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Electric
Cooling Information: Central Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fans(s), Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, L Dining, Open Floorplan, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-in Closet(s)
Appliances: Convection Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Epoxy, Wood
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Block, Stucco, Wood Frame
Roof: Shingle
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Screened
Exterior Features: Balcony, Fence, French Doors, Irrigation System, Sliding Doors
Fencing: Chain Link, Vinyl
Pool Information
Has Private Pool
Pool Features: Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Screen Enclosure
Water Extras Description: Boathouse,Dock - Covered,Dock - Slip Deeded On-Site,Dock - Wood,Lift,Seawall - Other
Property Information
CDD Y/N: 0
Homestead Y/N: 0
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Boat House
Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
Land Information
Total Acreage: 1/4 to less than 1/2
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.35
Lot Size Dimensions: 119x125x82x155
Lot Size Square Meters: 1421
Building Information
MFR_BuildingAreaTotalSrchSqM: 400.13
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,476
Tax Year: 2019
Lease / Rent Details
Lease Restrictions YN: 1
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public, Well
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Available, Phone Available, Public, Sewer Available, Water Available, Water Connected
Location
Multi-Family Financial Information
Total Annual Fees: $150
Total Monthly Fees: $12.50
Multi-Unit Information
Unit Number YN: 0
HOA Information
Association Name: Valencia Wood Hills/Sue Olnstead
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 heading East, turn left onto Lake Elizabeth Drive, keep left on Pinellas Rd, left onto Lake Ring Drive and then turn right onto Hernando Road. 294 Hernando Drive will be on your right.
Community Information
Community Features: Deed Restrictions
Pets Allowed: Yes
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,518
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.35 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1985
Year Renovated: 1985
County: Polk County
APN: 262827000000023020
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Third Party YN: 0
Listing Information
Previous Status: Pending
Backups Requested YN: 0
Listing Date Information
Days to Contract: 81
Status Contractual Search Date: 2021-01-19
Listing Price Information
Calculated List Price By Calculated Sq Ft: 125.07
Green Information
Direction Faces: West
Home Information
Living Area: 3518
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Owner
Living Area Meters: 326.83
Building Area Total: 4307
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Public Records
Foundation Details: Slab
Levels: Two
Around this home
Schools
Elbert Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
2/10
Denison Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
3/10
Winter Haven Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
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
10/10 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
$558,000 – $675,000
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