1520 Royal Forest Loop Lakeland, FL 33811
Medulla Neighborhood
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,677
Sq Ft
0.38
Acres
Highlights
- Screened Pool
- Gated Community
- Main Floor Primary Bedroom
- Lincoln Avenue Academy Rated A-
- Traditional Architecture
- Separate Formal Living Room
About This Home
As of June 2025Imagine relaxing on your front porch secluded behind a canopy of mature crepe myrtles on a beautiful Florida day. You don't want to miss this stunning salt water pool home in a highly desirable gated community in South Lakeland. As you walk into the front door of this beautiful Ernie White Construction home, the first thing you notice is the light and airiness of the home with three sets of sliding glass doors all leading out to the lanai and pool area. The salt water pool has a screen enclosure and plenty of space for summer cookouts, it is also heated so that you can enjoy it all year round. This home has a split floor plan with the master bedroom, master bathroom and office on one side and the other 3 bedrooms and bath on the opposite side. The master bedroom suite is spacious with additional seating area that can be used as an office space or a place to use your exercise equipment, his and hers walk in closets, and sliding glass doors that go out to the pool area. The master bathroom has an oversized jacuzzi tub, large separate shower, vanity area and double sinks. The kitchen is located at the center of the home with views of the family room area, with lots of cabinets, a closet pantry, breakfast bar for added seating and a huge window above the sink that passes through to the screened lanai. The spacious laundry room leads out into the three car garage and has a wash sink and cabinets for storage. New roof done in October 2017. Don’t miss out on your opportunity to own a home in this fantastic neighborhood! Schedule your tour today!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Doris Dionne
License #3448504 Listed on: 06/17/2020
Co-Listed By
Lauren Burkhardt
License #3364948
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,568
Year Built
- Built in 1999
Lot Details
- 0.38 Acre Lot
- North Facing Home
- Mature Landscaping
- Corner Lot
- Landscaped with Trees
HOA Fees
- $42 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 3 Car Attached Garage
- Side Facing Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Open Parking
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Slab Foundation
- Shingle Roof
- Block Exterior
- Vinyl Siding
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 2,677 Sq Ft Home
- Crown Molding
- High Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Blinds
- Drapes & Rods
- Sliding Doors
- Separate Formal Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Den
- Inside Utility
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Kitchen
- Range with Range Hood
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Carpet
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom on Main
- Split Bedroom Floorplan
- Walk-In Closet
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Pool
- Screened Pool
- Heated In Ground Pool
- Saltwater Pool
- Fence Around Pool
Outdoor Features
- Enclosed patio or porch
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Thermostat
- Electric Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Down Payment Assistance Available
- Homestead Exemption
- Visit Down Payment Resource Website
- Tax Lot 55
- Assessor Parcel Number 23-29-23-141809-000550
Community Details
Overview
- Elizabeth Jewell Association, Phone Number (863) 439-6550
- Visit Association Website
- Built by Ernie White Construction
- Longwood Place Subdivision
- The community has rules related to deed restrictions
Security
- Gated Community
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 9, 2025
Closed on
Jun 30, 2025
Sold by
Emmons Danielle Rene and Emmons Timothy John
Bought by
Lovett Alicia Isabel
Seller's Agent
Christie Mcswain
DREAM REALTY GROUP
Buyer's Agent
Crystal Lynch
LOVE FLORIDA PROPERTIES
List Price
$620,000
Sold Price
$545,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$75,000
-12.1%
Views
113
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
79.80%
Original Mortgage
$436,000
Outstanding Balance
$436,000
Interest Rate
6.89%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$135,189
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 17, 2020
Closed on
Jul 16, 2020
Sold by
Bedford Robert G
Bought by
Emmons Danielle Rene and Emmons Timothy John
Seller's Agent
Doris Dionne
Buyer's Agent
Christie Mcswain
DREAM REALTY GROUP
List Price
$359,900
Sold Price
$359,900
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.73%
Original Mortgage
$305,915
Interest Rate
3.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 14, 2012
Sold by
Bedford Robert G and Bedford Lisa A
Bought by
Bedford Robert G
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$130,000
Interest Rate
3.43%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 1, 1998
Sold by
Rfh Iii Inc
Bought by
Bedford Robert G and Bedford Lisa A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$171,200
Interest Rate
6.96%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $545,000 | Near North Title Group Llc | |
| Warranty Deed | $545,000 | Near North Title Group Llc | |
| Warranty Deed | $359,900 | United Ttl Group Of Lakeland | |
| Warranty Deed | $100,000 | Midflorida Title Professiona | |
| Warranty Deed | $36,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $436,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $436,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $305,915 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $130,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $140,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $171,200 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/30/2025 06/30/25 | Sold | $545,000 | -5.2% | $204 / Sq Ft |
| 06/02/2025 06/02/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/30/2025 05/30/25 | Price Changed | $575,000 | -4.2% | $215 / Sq Ft |
| 03/21/2025 03/21/25 | Price Changed | $599,999 | -1.6% | $224 / Sq Ft |
| 02/26/2025 02/26/25 | Price Changed | $610,000 | -1.6% | $228 / Sq Ft |
| 01/09/2025 01/09/25 | For Sale | $620,000 | +72.3% | $232 / Sq Ft |
| 07/16/2020 07/16/20 | Sold | $359,900 | 0.0% | $134 / Sq Ft |
| 06/20/2020 06/20/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/17/2020 06/17/20 | For Sale | $359,900 | -- | $134 / Sq Ft |
Source: Stellar MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $4,464 | $334,887 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $4,324 | $325,133 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $4,350 | $315,663 | $62,810 | $252,853 |
| 2020 | $3,584 | $259,948 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $3,525 | $249,366 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $3,436 | $244,237 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $3,408 | $239,214 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $3,021 | $237,551 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $3,263 | $235,666 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2025
Christie Mcswain
DREAM REALTY GROUP
(863) 450-7973
5 in this area
80 Total Sales
-
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Katie Smith
DREAM REALTY GROUP
(863) 510-1265
2 in this area
30 Total Sales
-
C
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Crystal Lynch
LOVE FLORIDA PROPERTIES
(863) 661-7127
2 in this area
11 Total Sales
-
D
Seller's Agent in 2020
Doris Dionne
-
L
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020
Lauren Burkhardt
Map
Source: Stellar MLS
MLS Number: L4916344
APN: 23-29-23-141809-000550
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