1520 Royal Forest Loop Lakeland, FL 33811
Medulla Neighborhood
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,677
Sq Ft
0.37
Acres
Highlights
- Screened Pool
- Gated Community
- Private Lot
- Lincoln Avenue Academy Rated A-
- Open Floorplan
- Florida Architecture
About This Home
As of June 2025ROCKING CHAIR FRONT PORCH! Come see Longwood Place, one of South Lakelands highly sought after gated communities. Quaint community offering that close knit neighborhood feel where pride of ownership is evident throughout. This home is Earnie White construction, a very prominent and well known Polk County custom builder. Freshly landscaped corner lot with side entry 3 car garage and newer vinyl fenced yard. Entertain all summer long under the large covered back porch with pass through bar from the kitchen making those BBQ's easy. Swim and play in the screened pool. No need to run through the house wet as this home offers bath access from the pool. Two access doors to the back yard which is large enough to hold a shed and playset. The front porch offers that old southern charm, covered and large enough for several rocking chairs and a swing. Inside you are greeted by a large entry foyer overlooking the formal living and dinning areas and a direct view of the pool. Just off the front is a true office space or could be put to use as a playroom or craft room. The primary bedroom is tucked off on its own side of the house providing privacy, two walk in closets and an en-suite with stand alone shower, garden tub, dual vanities and a separate commode room. The primary bedroom also offers a sitting area and sliders to the pool area. The kitchen is large and in the heart of the home. Large corner glass windows overlook the pool so you are never far from your guests. The kitchen also has a breakfast bar, a breakfast nook and is open to the family room giving it that great open concept feel. The ceilings are tall throughout this home as well. The other side of the home hosts three good sized bedrooms and the guest bath which leads to the pool. Storage opportunity is also abundant in this home. The laundry area is inside and has its own dedicated space just off the garage entry. The garage is huge! Park three cars or make one bay into a work shop. The high ceiling in the garage is perfect to add the hanging shelf system to house the storage bins of all those holiday decorations. The layout of this home is something to be desired and there is plenty of room to grow. The roof is 9 years old, pool just got a new salt cell, pump, deck paint and several new screens. The interior was recently painted and luxury vinyl flooring was added throughout except the wet areas. Fantastic opportunity to own a fantastic home in a fantastic location! Call your agent today!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
DREAM REALTY GROUP Brokerage Phone: 863-603-8536 License #3224602 Listed on: 01/09/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,654
Year Built
- Built in 1999
Lot Details
- 0.37 Acre Lot
- Northwest Facing Home
- Vinyl Fence
- Mature Landscaping
- Private Lot
- Corner Lot
- Level Lot
- Metered Sprinkler System
HOA Fees
- $51 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 3 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
Home Design
- Florida Architecture
- Slab Foundation
- Shingle Roof
- Block Exterior
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 2,677 Sq Ft Home
- Open Floorplan
- Crown Molding
- High Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Blinds
- Sliding Doors
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Bonus Room
- Inside Utility
- Security System Owned
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Range with Range Hood
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Laminate
- Ceramic Tile
- Luxury Vinyl Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Split Bedroom Floorplan
- Walk-In Closet
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Pool
- Screened Pool
- In Ground Pool
- Gunite Pool
- Saltwater Pool
- Fence Around Pool
Outdoor Features
- Covered patio or porch
- Exterior Lighting
Schools
- Medulla Elementary School
- Lakeland Highlands Middl Middle School
- George Jenkins High School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Electric Water Heater
- Water Softener
- High Speed Internet
Listing and Financial Details
- Visit Down Payment Resource Website
- Legal Lot and Block 55 / 000/000550
- Assessor Parcel Number 23-29-23-141809-000550
Community Details
Overview
- Garrison Property Services Association, Phone Number (863) 439-6550
- Built by Earnie White
- Longwood Place Subdivision
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: L4949785
APN: 23-29-23-141809-000550
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