$280,000
SOLD JUN 24, 2025
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,862 Sq Ft
5,031 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$150 Per Sq Ft

20% Below List Price

255 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Assigned Boat Slip
  • Access To Lake
  • Active Adult
  • Boat Ramp
  • Fitness Center
  • Gated Community

About This Home

As of June 2025

Your maintenance-free lifestyle awaits! Waterfront serenity meets luxury living in this pristine move-in- ready home, where every morning begins with breathtaking views of the beautiful cypress tree lined pond. Welcome to Traditions at Lake Ruby, an active 55+ community! This 3-bedroom, 2-bath house, built in 2014, is wonderfully spacious, with over 1,800 sq. ft. of living space. The open floor plan includes a separate formal dining room and a delightful breakfast nook. An inviting kitchen boasts 42" upper cabinetry, pull-out drawers, pot drawers, a stylish backsplash, USB outlet, beautiful granite countertops, and a center island. Other features include a stainless steel smart refrigerator, other stainless steel appliances, a pantry, and updated pantry door. The generous master bedroom suite is designed with a tray ceiling and large walk-in closet, while the master bath offers a wheelchair-accessible tiled shower, comfort-height toilet, and two vanities. The laundry room features a smart washer and dryer and a closet for additional storage. The 10' x 25' Florida room features its own Mini Split AC, making it a versatile space that can be used as an office, art room, or a perfect spot for entertaining guests. This home also includes an Alexa-enabled smart thermostat, new lighting throughout, vinyl plank flooring in the bedrooms, tile flooring throughout the rest of the home, and double-pane windows with blackout window treatments. Additional features include an attic with double insulation, hurricane-rated exterior doors that open outward, hurricane window covers, a screened front entrance, keyless entry door with a smart lock, an irrigation system, driveway pavers, and gutters. The 2-car garage boasts a durable Polyaspartic floor coating and an overhead storage rack. Outside, the backyard offers a concrete slab, perfect for grilling, which can easily be converted into an enclosed patio for additional outdoor living space. The monthly HOA fee of $467.00 covers lawn service, including bush and tree trimming and mulch replacement; exterior painting of the home (in the owner’s choice of color 2025); and cable and Internet. This provides significant savings compared to covering these expenses out of pocket! Traditions at Lake Ruby is a gated, maintenance-free 55+ community featuring clubhouses, planned community activities, and amenities such as a boat ramp and dock, heated outdoor swimming pool and spa, ballroom, billiards, meeting room, library, computer room, craft room, dog park, tennis courts, bocce ball, shuffleboard, fitness center, aerobics studio, and more. The community is conveniently located near shopping, restaurants, hospitals, medical facilities, and Legoland.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kathy Alexander

CENTURY 21 WATSON & MYERS REALTY Brokerage Phone: 863-324-1000 License #3426260 Listed on: 09/18/2024

CENTURY 21 WATSON & MYERS REALTY

Last Buyer's Agent

Eileen Belanger

CENTURY 21 MYERS REALTY LAKE WALES License #3179504

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,479

Year Built

  • Built in 2014

Lot Details

  • 5,031 Sq Ft Lot
  • North Facing Home
  • Mature Landscaping

HOA Fees

  • $467 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Block Exterior
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,862 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Tray Ceiling
  • High Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Blinds
  • Sliding Doors
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Inside Utility
  • Pond Views
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Solid Wood Cabinet
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Tile
  • Luxury Vinyl Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Reclaimed Water Irrigation System

Outdoor Features

  • Access To Lake
  • Boat Ramp
  • Assigned Boat Slip
  • Patio
  • Rain Gutters

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Thermostat
  • Electric Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

Community Details

Overview

  • Active Adult
  • Association fees include cable TV, pool, internet, ground maintenance
  • Leland Management/Juliana Young Association, Phone Number (863) 324-7722
  • Visit Association Website
  • Traditions Ph 02 Subdivision
  • The community has rules related to fencing, allowable golf cart usage in the community

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Basketball Court
  • Pickleball Courts
  • Shuffleboard Court
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool
  • Community Spa
  • Dog Park

Additional Features

  • Clubhouse
  • Gated Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,479

Year Built

Built in 2014

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$467 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • HOA Fee Includes: Cable TV, Pool, Internet, Maintenance Grounds
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Condition: Completed
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Construction Materials: Block, Stucco
  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 1862
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.12
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 2014
  • Building Area Total: 2338
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5031
  • Status: Sold
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Building Area Total Srch Sq M: 217.21
  • Escrow City: Lake Wales
  • Escrow State: FL
  • Escrow Street Name: E. Stuart Avenue
  • Minimum Lease: 7 Months
  • Number Of Pets: 2
  • RATIO Current Price By Calculate: 150.38
  • Total Acreage: 0 to less than 1/4
  • Water Access YN: 1
  • MFR_InLawSuiteYN: 0
  • MFR_CommunityAssociationWaterFeatures: Boat Slip,Dock,Fishing,Lake,Private Boat Ramp,Water Access
  • Attribution Contact: 863-324-1000
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl, Tile
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fans(s), Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Thermostat, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Levels: One
  • Other Equipment: Irrigation Equipment
  • Window Features: Blinds, Double Pane Windows
  • Additional Rooms: Florida Room,Inside Utility
  • Living Area Meters: 172.99

Exterior Features

  • Direction Faces: North
  • Other Structures: Other
  • Exterior Features: Other, Rain Gutters, Sliding Doors
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Water
  • Water Body Name: LAKE RUBY
  • Waterfront: No
  • Patio and Porch Features: Patio
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
  • Water Access: Lake
  • Water Extras: Assigned Boat Slip,Boat Ramp - Private
  • Water View: Pond
  • Water View YN: 1
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 0
  • Flood Zone Panel: 12105C0535H

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Other

Utilities

  • Utilities: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Sprinkler Recycled
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Central, Exhaust Fan
  • Laundry Features: Inside
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Canal/Lake For Irrigation

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Clubhouse, Dog Park, Fitness Center, Gated Community - No Guard, Golf Carts OK, Pool, Tennis Court(s)
  • Association Amenities: Basketball Court, Cable TV, Clubhouse, Fence Restrictions, Fitness Center, Gated, Pickleball Court(s), Pool, Shuffleboard Court, Spa/Hot Tub, Tennis Court(s)
  • Association Fee: 467
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: Leland Management/Juliana Young
  • Phone: 863-324-7722
  • Association: Yes
  • Security: Gated Community, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Senior Community: Yes
  • Association 2 YN: 0
  • Association Approval Required YN: 1
  • Pet Restrictions: Verify with HOA for the pet restrictions. There is a dog park located on Traditions Blvd. South.
  • Association Fee Requirement: Required
  • Association Email: jyoung@lelandmanagement.com
  • Association URL: Lelandmanagement.com

Fee Information

  • Total Annual Fees: 5604.00
  • Total Monthly Fees: 467.00
  • Monthly HOA Amount: 467.00

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 26-29-13-687554-001550
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Features: Landscaped
  • Flood Zone Code: X

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Lease Restrictions YN: 1
  • Additional Lease Restrictions: Please verify with HOA for the age requirement restrictions. All tenants and visitors must abide by the rules and regulations.

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1479
  • Tax Book Number: 141-37-40
  • Tax Lot: 155

Multi Family

  • Approval Process: Application required by all parties occupying the property and provide copies of gov’t issued ID’s with date of birth.

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 18, 2024
Closed on
Jun 24, 2025
Sold by
Rona Beth Kitts Revocable Trust and Kitts Rona Beth
Bought by
Jensen Barbara Sue
Seller's Agent
Kathy Alexander
CENTURY 21 WATSON & MYERS REALTY
Buyer's Agent
Eileen Belanger
CENTURY 21 MYERS REALTY LAKE WALES
List Price
$350,000
Sold Price
$280,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$70,000
-20%
Views
647
Current Estimated Value
$278,614

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$1,386
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.20%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 19, 2014
Sold by
Kitts Rona B
Bought by
Kitts Rona Beth and Rona Beth Kitts Revocable Trust

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 29, 2014
Closed on
Jul 7, 2014
Sold by
Lennar Homes Llc
Bought by
Kitts Rona B
Seller's Agent
Ben Goldstein
LENNAR REALTY
Buyer's Agent
Ben Goldstein
LENNAR REALTY
List Price
$193,590
Sold Price
$169,990
Premium/Discount to List
-$23,600
-12.19%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.44%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 12, 2013
Sold by
Redus Fl Properties Llc
Bought by
Lennar Homes Llc
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $280,000 Real Estate Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Attorney
Special Warranty Deed $170,000 North American Title Company
Special Warranty Deed $63,000 North American Title Co
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
06/24/2025 06/24/25 Sold $280,000 -9.4% $150 / Sq Ft
05/31/2025 05/31/25 Pending -- -- --
05/06/2025 05/06/25 Price Changed $309,000 -3.1% $166 / Sq Ft
04/19/2025 04/19/25 Price Changed $319,000 -0.3% $171 / Sq Ft
03/28/2025 03/28/25 Price Changed $319,900 -1.5% $172 / Sq Ft
02/17/2025 02/17/25 Price Changed $324,900 -1.2% $174 / Sq Ft
01/19/2025 01/19/25 Price Changed $329,000 -2.9% $177 / Sq Ft
11/28/2024 11/28/24 Price Changed $338,900 -0.9% $182 / Sq Ft
11/01/2024 11/01/24 Price Changed $341,900 -0.9% $184 / Sq Ft
10/13/2024 10/13/24 Price Changed $344,900 -1.5% $185 / Sq Ft
09/18/2024 09/18/24 For Sale $350,000 +105.9% $188 / Sq Ft
07/21/2019 07/21/19 Off Market $169,990 -- --
07/07/2014 07/07/14 Sold $169,990 -12.2% $107 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/28/2014 05/28/14 Pending -- -- --
04/29/2014 04/29/14 For Sale $193,590 -- $122 / Sq Ft
Source: Stellar MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

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 $1,547 $165,621 -- --
2024 $1,479 $160,953 -- --
2023 $1,479 $156,265 $0 $0
2022 $1,409 $151,714 $0 $0
2021 $1,385 $147,295 $0 $0
2020 $1,359 $145,261 $0 $0
2018 $1,290 $139,347 $0 $0
2017 $1,212 $136,481 $0 $0
2016 $1,190 $133,674 $0 $0
2015 $1,211 $132,745 $0 $0
2014 $265 $13,650 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Stellar MLS

MLS Number: P4932036

Stellar MLS

APN: 26-29-13-687554-001550