$100,000
$75K PRICE DROP

216 Dorsett Ave Lake Wales, FL 33853

Estimated payment $683/month

Total Views 10,761
3 Beds
1 Bath
988 Sq Ft
$101 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Senior Community
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • No HOA
  • Living Room
  • South Facing Home

About This Home

Welcome to a fantastic opportunity near the heart of Lake Wales! This charming 988 sq ft home features 3 spacious bedrooms and 1 bath, offering a solid foundation for first-time buyers or investors ready to put their personal stamp on a property. Nestled in a quiet, established residential neighborhood within the city limits, this home is perfectly positioned in an area slated for exciting city development in the coming years.

While the home does need some TLC, its generous layout and timeless design provide endless possibilities for modern updates and creative improvements. Enjoy the convenience of nearby local amenities, parks, and schools, all while benefiting from the anticipated growth and revitalization of this promising community.

Don’t miss your chance to transform this starter home into a personalized retreat and secure a valuable asset in a dynamic part of Lake Wales. Schedule your showing today and explore the potential that awaits!

Listing Agent

Samuel Stewart II

LPT REALTY, LLC Brokerage Phone: 877-366-2213 License #3556522 Listed on: 02/09/2025

LPT REALTY, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,799

Year Built

  • Built in 1925

Lot Details

  • 5,419 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 44x122
  • South Facing Home
  • Chain Link Fence

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 988 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Living Room
  • Crawl Space
  • Range
  • Washer Hookup

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Linoleum

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower

Outdoor Features

  • Private Mailbox

Schools

  • Spook Hill Elementary School
  • Mclaughlin Middle School
  • Lake Wales Senior High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • Senior Community
  • No Home Owners Association
  • Thulberrys Second Sub Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,799

Year Built

Built in 1925

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 988
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.12
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Building Area Total: 988
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5419
  • Directions to Property: North from I-4 South on US-27 for 22.7 mi Turn left onto Washington Ave Turn right onto G St 0.2 mi G St turns left and becomes Dr JA Wiltshire Ave 0.4 mi Turn right onto C St Turn left onto Dorsett Ave. Destination will be on the left. WEST from Brandon follow State Rd 60 E to Doctor M.L.K. Jr Blvd in Lake Wales 45mi Continue on Doctor M.L.K. Jr Blvd. Drive to Dorsett Ave 1.0 mi Turn left onto Doctor M.L.K. Jr Blvd 0.9 mi. Turn right onto Dorsett Ave Destination will be on the left 0.1 mi. Follow US-27 N/US Hwy 27 N to Doctor M.L.K. Jr Blvd in Lake Wales. South from Avon Park 24.3 mi Turn right onto US-27 N/US Hwy 27 N 22.7 mi Turn right to merge onto FL-60 E/W Polk Ave toward Vero Beach Pass by AutoZone Auto Parts 0.3 mi Continue on Doctor M.L.K. Jr Blvd. Drive to Dorsett Ave 1.0 mi 216 Dorsett Ave. East from YEEHAW JCT Head northwest on State Rd 60 W toward US-441 N 45.9 mi Turn right onto Doctor M.L.K. Jr Blvd 0.9 mi Turn right onto Dorsett Ave Destination will be on the left 0.1 mi 216 Dorsett Ave.
  • Status: Active
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Available for Lease YN: 0
  • Escrow State: FL
  • List Office Head Office Key Nume: 524162049
  • RATIO Current Price By Calculate: 101.21
  • Total Acreage: 0 to less than 1/4
  • Unit Number YN: 0
  • Water Access YN: 0
  • MFR_InLawSuiteYN: 0
  • MFR_DockYN: 0
  • Attribution Contact: 877-366-2213
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Flooring: Carpet, Linoleum
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Ninguno
  • Appliances Included: Electric Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
  • Foundation Details: Crawlspace
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Street Number Modifier: 216
  • Living Area Meters: 91.79
  • Room Count: 6

Exterior Features

  • Direction Faces: South
  • Exterior Features: Private Mailbox
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Pool Private: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Water Extras YN: 0
  • Water View YN: 0
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 0

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Utilities: Water Connected
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: Yes
  • Association 2 YN: 0
  • Development: Not in Development

Fee Information

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

Schools

  • Elementary School: Spook Hill Elem
  • High School: Lake Wales Senior High
  • Middle Or Junior School: Mclaughlin Middle

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 27-30-02-899000-012100
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Fencing: Chain Link
  • Lot Dimensions: 44x122
  • Flood Zone Code: X
  • Homestead YN: 0
  • Lot Size Square Meters: 503

Green Features

  • Green Verification Count: 0

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1799.49
  • Tax Block: 12
  • Tax Book Number: 24-21
  • Tax Lot: 10

Map

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

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 $1,799 $87,583 $11,380 $76,203
2024 $146 $86,264 $11,380 $74,884
2023 $146 $22,322 $0 $0
2022 $146 $21,672 $0 $0
2021 $146 $21,041 $0 $0
2020 $146 $20,750 $0 $0
2018 $146 $19,905 $0 $0
2017 $146 $19,496 $0 $0
2016 $146 $19,095 $0 $0
2015 -- $18,962 $0 $0
2014 -- $18,812 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/28/2025 08/28/25 Price Changed $100,000 -23.1% $101 / Sq Ft
05/08/2025 05/08/25 Price Changed $130,000 -25.7% $132 / Sq Ft
02/09/2025 02/09/25 For Sale $175,000 -- $177 / Sq Ft
Source: Stellar MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Warranty Deed -- Attorney
Warranty Deed $100 --
Source: Public Records

Source: Stellar MLS

MLS Number: P4933656

Stellar MLS

APN: 27-30-02-899000-012100

Florida Polk County Lake Wales 33853

216 Dorsett Ave, Lake Wales, FL

This home is located at 216 Dorsett Ave, Lake Wales, FL 33853 and is currently priced at $100,000, approximately $101 per square foot. This property was built in 1925. 216 Dorsett Ave is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Spook Hill Elementary School, Bartow Elementary Academy, and Mclaughlin Middle School And Fine Arts Academy.

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