118 Lake Sears Dr Winter Haven, FL 33880
Jan Phyl Village NeighborhoodEstimated payment $2,253/month
Total Views
6,937
2
Beds
3
Baths
1,422
Sq Ft
$246
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- 85 Feet of Lake Waterfront
- 0.61 Acre Lot
- Sun or Florida Room
- Frank E. Brigham Academy Rated 9+
- Ranch Style House
- No HOA
About This Home
Under contract-accepting backup offers. Live where lakefront serenity meets endless opportunity. Nestled beneath grand oaks with 85 feet of direct shoreline on the 76 acre spring-fed, skiable Lake Sears, this beautifully updated home is the ultimate Florida dream—no HOA, no rear neighbors, and no limits. Inside, you’ll find 2 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and a sun-soaked Florida Room with panoramic water views that will stop you in your tracks. Updates include a newer roof (2020), 200-amp electrical panel(2020), HVAC 2.5 ton (2022), Water Heater (2022) concrete countertops, stainless steel appliances, and continuous laminate/LVP flooring throughout and carpeting in the guest bedroom. Bonus: the oversized laundry room features a third full bath, perfect for lake life clean-up. Outside, the oversized .62-acre lot offers plenty of space to create your vision—whether that’s a dock, fire pit, garden, or expansion. The detached shed, carport, and extended driveway add even more flexibility. Whether you're an investor seeking STR potential, a retiree ready for the quiet life, or a first-time buyer looking for a unique escape, this home fits every lifestyle. Located minutes from downtown Winter Haven, LEGOLAND, and major routes—yet tucked far enough away to feel like a private retreat. Lake life is calling. Will you answer?
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,517
Year Built
- Built in 1957
Lot Details
- 0.61 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 85x260
- 85 Feet of Lake Waterfront
- Lake Front
- North Facing Home
- Mature Landscaping
Parking
- 2 Carport Spaces
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Slab Foundation
- Shingle Roof
- Block Exterior
Interior Spaces
- 1,422 Sq Ft Home
- Crown Molding
- Ceiling Fan
- Sliding Doors
- Living Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- Inside Utility
- Lake Views
Kitchen
- Range with Range Hood
- Dishwasher
- Solid Wood Cabinet
Flooring
- Carpet
- Laminate
- Tile
- Luxury Vinyl Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Bathroom
- 3 Full Bathrooms
- Single Vanity
- Bathtub with Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup
Outdoor Features
- Access To Lake
- Water Skiing Allowed
- Enclosed patio or porch
- Shed
- Rain Gutters
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- 1 Water Well
- Electric Water Heater
- 2 Septic Tanks
- High Speed Internet
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Jan Phyl Village Unit 01 Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Visit Down Payment Resource Website
- Tax Lot 10
- Assessor Parcel Number 25-28-25-354200-000100
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $3,278 | $195,808 | -- | -- |
| 2022 | $2,831 | $178,007 | $34,850 | $143,157 |
| 2021 | $2,717 | $162,574 | $31,450 | $131,124 |
| 2020 | $2,289 | $132,152 | $29,750 | $102,402 |
| 2019 | $2,216 | $124,105 | $29,750 | $94,355 |
| 2018 | $2,055 | $113,129 | $20,958 | $92,171 |
| 2017 | $1,948 | $106,315 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $364 | $108,780 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $323 | $107,409 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $323 | $97,330 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/13/2025 05/13/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/08/2025 05/08/25 | For Sale | $350,000 | +73.3% | $246 / Sq Ft |
| 06/05/2020 06/05/20 | Sold | $202,000 | -3.5% | $142 / Sq Ft |
| 05/05/2020 05/05/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/29/2020 03/29/20 | For Sale | $209,350 | +82.0% | $147 / Sq Ft |
| 05/10/2018 05/10/18 | Sold | $115,000 | -8.0% | $81 / Sq Ft |
| 04/23/2018 04/23/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/11/2018 04/11/18 | For Sale | $125,000 | -- | $88 / Sq Ft |
Source: Stellar MLS
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $202,000 | Integrity First Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $115,000 | Attorney | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $198,341 | FHA |
Source: Public Records
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Source: Stellar MLS
MLS Number: L4952739
APN: 25-28-25-354200-000100
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