NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1809 Optimist Dr Lakeland, FL 33801

Crystal Lake Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $184,000 - $213,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,016 Sq Ft
$196/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: June 18, 2025

Last sale price $200,600 $197 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,222 / mo

12 Days on Market

Highlights

  • No HOA
  • Living Room
  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Lincoln Avenue Academy Rated A-
  • Luxury Vinyl Tile Flooring
  • Ceiling Fan

About This Home

As of June 2025

Charming Lakeland Home Ready for You!
Nestled in a desirable Lakeland location at 1809 Optimist Drive, this lovely home offers
comfortable living and a fantastic opportunity. Boasting 3 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, this
property provides a wonderful space for families, first-time homebuyers, or investors.
Inside, you'll find a well-kept interior with a total living area of 1,016 sq ft. The kitchen has
been recently updated with newer light-color cabinets, a stove, and a dishwasher. Enjoy
Florida's beautiful weather on the wonderful 16' x 14' covered and screened back porch – an ideal
spot for your morning coffee or evening gatherings.
Book your showing today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michael Stokes

REALNET FLORIDA REAL ESTATE Brokerage Phone: 863-510-5965 License #3476978 Listed on: 05/05/2025

REALNET FLORIDA REAL ESTATE

Co-Listed By

Tim Trimbath

REALNET FLORIDA REAL ESTATE Brokerage Phone: 863-510-5965 License #3300848

Last Buyer's Agent

Geno Stopowenko

RE/MAX REALTY UNLIMITED License #3306935

RE/MAX REALTY UNLIMITED

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,740

Year Built

  • Built in 1960

Lot Details

  • 7,013 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 68x103
  • East Facing Home

Parking

  • 1 Carport Space

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Block Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 1,016 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Living Room
  • Luxury Vinyl Tile Flooring
  • Range
  • Washer Hookup

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Exterior Lighting

Schools

  • Crystal Lake Elementary School
  • Crystal Lake Middle/Jun School
  • Tenoroc Senior High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Royal Oak Manor Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,740

Year Built

Built in 1960

Lot Details

7,013 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Construction Materials: Block
  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 1016
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.16
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Building Area Total: 1144
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7013
  • Status: Sold
  • Co List Office Mls Id: MFR265522505
  • Co List Office Phone: 863-510-5965
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Building Area Total Srch Sq M: 106.28
  • Escrow City: Lakeland
  • Escrow State: FL
  • Escrow Street Name: S Florida Ave
  • Minimum Lease: No Minimum
  • RATIO Current Price By Calculate: 197.44
  • Total Acreage: 0 to less than 1/4
  • Water Access YN: 0
  • MFR_InLawSuiteYN: 0
  • Attribution Contact: 863-510-5965
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fans(s)
  • Appliances Included: Range, Refrigerator
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area Meters: 94.39

Exterior Features

  • Direction Faces: East
  • Exterior Features: Lighting
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Pool Private: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
  • Water View YN: 0
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 0

Garage/Parking

  • Carport Spaces: 1
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Garage Yn: No

Utilities

  • Utilities: Electricity Connected
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Central
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association 2 YN: 0

Fee Information

  • Total Annual Fees: 0.00
  • Total Monthly Fees: 0.00

Schools

  • Elementary School: Crystal Lake Elem
  • High School: Tenoroc Senior
  • Middle Or Junior School: Crystal Lake Middle/Jun

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 24-28-28-245700-003160
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Dimensions: 68x103
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Flood Zone Code: X

Rental Info

  • Lease Restrictions YN: 0

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1740.43
  • Tax Block: C
  • Tax Book Number: 43-12
  • Tax Lot: 16

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 5, 2025
Closed on
Jun 18, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Michael Stokes
REALNET FLORIDA REAL ESTATE
Buyer's Agent
Geno Stopowenko
RE/MAX REALTY UNLIMITED
List Price
$204,900
Sold Price
$200,600
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,300
-2.1%
Views
33
Current Estimated Value
$198,731

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$1,869
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.93%
Original Mortgage
$10,000
Outstanding Balance
$7,926
Interest Rate
12%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$190,805

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 26, 2015
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 20, 2003
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 5, 1996
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 22, 1995
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$200,600 Equity Title
$200,600 Equity Title
$71,000 Home Solution Title Inc
-- --
$30,000 --
$100 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $10,000
Closed $10,000
Open $193,904
Closed $193,904
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/18/2025 06/18/25 Sold $200,600 -2.1% $197 / Sq Ft
05/17/2025 05/17/25 Pending -- -- --
05/05/2025 05/05/25 For Sale $204,900 -- $202 / Sq Ft
Source: Stellar MLS

Tax History

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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
2025 $1,740 $107,783 -- --
2024 $1,548 $100,510 -- --
2023 $1,548 $93,790 -- --
2022 $1,413 $87,610 $0 $0
2021 $1,304 $81,924 $0 $0
2020 $1,219 $81,246 $0 $0
2018 $1,055 $69,898 $0 $0
2017 $996 $64,675 $0 $0
2016 $1,224 $57,278 $0 $0
2015 $10 $25,632 $0 $0
2014 $315 $25,429 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Michael Stokes

    REALNET FLORIDA REAL ESTATE

    (813) 918-5542

    1 in this area

    11 Total Sales

    Michael Stokes
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    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025

    Tim Trimbath

    REALNET FLORIDA REAL ESTATE

    (863) 944-1519

    2 in this area

    42 Total Sales

    Tim Trimbath
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  • Geno Stopowenko

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Geno Stopowenko

    RE/MAX

    (813) 365-5945

    1 in this area

    62 Total Sales

    Geno Stopowenko
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Map

Source: Stellar MLS

MLS Number: L4952698

Stellar MLS

APN: 24-28-28-245700-003160

Florida Polk County Lakeland 33801 Crystal Lake

1809 Optimist Dr, Lakeland, FL

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