$849,900

1938 Highland Park Dr S Lake Wales, FL 33898

Estimated payment $4,990/month

Total Views 430
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,590 Sq Ft
$328 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Lake Front
  • In Ground Pool
  • Open Floorplan
  • Kruse Elementary School Rated A-
  • 4.86 Acre Lot
  • Contemporary Architecture

About This Home

Discover a rare opportunity in the quaint Village of Highland Park, one of Florida’s oldest and most charming, incorporated communities. This extensively renovated estate combines timeless elegance with modern comfort, offering an unparalleled lakefront lifestyle on the pristine shores of Lake Easy.
Set on a rare, expansive parcel just off Lake Easy, this stunning contemporary pool home offers privacy, panoramic water views and soulful Florida sunsets. Nearly completely updated, the residence boasts soaring 10+-foot ceilings throughout, an open, flowing floorplan ideal for entertaining, and generous covered porches that frame the lake views. The home features floor to ceiling windows making light-filled living spaces and a seamless transition to the outdoor oasis. The pool and patio area are positioned to capture dramatic sunsets across Lake Easy. The property sits on over 4.5 acres grounds with deep lake frontage and lush, mature landscaping that provides both privacy and unmatched recreational potential. Rare in this market, this home is a turnkey blend of luxury, comfort, and classic Florida lakeside living.

Listing Agent

Chris Gravel

WESTLAKE REAL ESTATE CO., INC. Brokerage Phone: 863-676-8058 License #3032256 Listed on: 11/11/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,025

Year Built

  • Built in 1978

Lot Details

  • 4.86 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 200x892
  • Lake Front
  • Street terminates at a dead end
  • Northwest Facing Home
  • Mature Landscaping
  • Oversized Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Irrigation Equipment
  • Cleared Lot
  • Property is zoned R-2

Parking

  • Driveway

Property Views

  • Water
  • Woods

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Membrane Roofing
  • Block Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 2,590 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • High Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Display Windows
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Laundry closet

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • Gunite Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Access To Lake
  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Front Porch

Schools

  • Hillcrest Elementary School
  • Lake Wales Senior High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Electric Water Heater
  • 1 Septic Tank

Listing and Financial Details

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Highland Park Sub Subdivision
  • The community has rules related to allowable golf cart usage in the community

Recreation

  • Community Playground

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,025

Year Built

Built in 1978

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Condition: Completed
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Construction Materials: Block
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 2590
  • Lot Size Acres: 4.86
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1978
  • Building Area Total: 4838
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 211754
  • Status: Active
  • Street Post Direction: S
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Building Area Total Srch Sq M: 449.46
  • Escrow City: LAKE WALES
  • Escrow State: FL
  • Escrow Street Name: E. STUART AVE.
  • Minimum Lease: No Minimum
  • RATIO Current Price By Calculate: 328.15
  • Total Acreage: 2 to less than 5
  • Water Access YN: 1
  • MFR_InLawSuiteYN: 0
  • Attribution Contact: 863-676-8058
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fans(s), High Ceilings, Open Floorplan
  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Levels: One
  • Other Equipment: Irrigation Equipment
  • Stories: 1
  • Window Features: Display Window(s)
  • Living Area Meters: 240.62

Exterior Features

  • Direction Faces: Northwest
  • Pool Features: Gunite, In Ground
  • Exterior Features: Lighting
  • Roof: Membrane
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • View: Trees/Woods, Water
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features: Front Porch, Patio
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
  • Water Access: Lake
  • Water View YN: 0
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 0
  • Flood Zone Panel: 12105C0735G

Garage/Parking

  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Parking Features: Driveway

Utilities

  • Utilities: Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Public, Water Connected
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Closet
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Private
  • Number Of Septics: 1

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Golf Carts OK, Playground, Street Lights
  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association 2 YN: 0
  • Association Approval Required YN: 0
  • Association Fee Requirement: None

Fee Information

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

Schools

  • Elementary School: Hillcrest Elem
  • High School: Lake Wales Senior High

Lot Info

  • Zoning: R-2
  • Parcel Number: 27-30-13-927000-000730
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Features: Cleared, City Limits, Level, Oversized Lot, Street Dead-End, Paved
  • Lot Dimensions: 200x892
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Flood Zone Code: X*

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK
  • Lease Restrictions YN: 0

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 6024.92
  • Tax Book Number: 4-70
  • Tax Lot: 73

Multi Family

  • Waterfront Features: Lake Front

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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
2025 $6,025 $416,387 $128,948 $287,439
2024 $5,749 $294,068 -- --
2023 $5,749 $285,503 $0 $0
2022 $5,581 $277,187 $0 $0
2021 $5,545 $269,114 $0 $0
2020 $5,478 $265,398 $89,474 $175,924
2018 $5,386 $256,726 $84,211 $172,515
2017 $5,917 $279,801 $0 $0
2016 $6,335 $252,682 $0 $0
2015 $5,979 $246,524 $0 $0
2014 $5,430 $225,357 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
11/11/2025 11/11/25 For Sale $849,900 +65.0% $328 / Sq Ft
07/08/2024 07/08/24 Sold $515,000 0.0% $199 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/11/2024 06/11/24 For Sale $515,000 0.0% $199 / Sq Ft
06/07/2024 06/07/24 Pending -- -- --
06/02/2024 06/02/24 Pending -- -- --
03/14/2024 03/14/24 Off Market $515,000 -- --
03/14/2024 03/14/24 For Sale $515,000 0.0% $199 / Sq Ft
02/18/2024 02/18/24 For Sale $515,000 -- $199 / Sq Ft
02/17/2024 02/17/24 Pending -- -- --
Source: Stellar MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $515,000 Amor Title Llc
Warranty Deed $211,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $489,250 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Source: Stellar MLS

MLS Number: K4903135

Stellar MLS

APN: 27-30-13-927000-000730