NOT LISTED FOR SALE

542 Empress Way Lakeland, FL 33803

Southwest Lakeland Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $258,049 - $296,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,290 Sq Ft
$217/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 18, 2019

Last sale price $165,000 $128 Per Sq Ft

Est. 70% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,685/month

1 Day on Market

Highlights

  • Oak Trees
  • Ranch Style House
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Lincoln Avenue Academy Rated A-
  • Corner Lot
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of October 2019

You have to see it to believe it! Yes, it is move in ready... This beautifully updated 3 bedroom/ 2 bathroom home is situated on a corner lot, and boasts gorgeous granite counter tops in the kitchen and baths. There are also brand stainless steel appliances, bathroom light fixtures, newly grouted showers, and a brand new ROOF (and much more). The yard is beautifully landscaped and has mature trees to provide shade on hot sunny days. The yard is fenced and ready for you to entertain family and friends, or your pets. There is no HOA. The home is centrally located (close to shopping, including Merchant’s Walk, Kelly Recreational Center, and the Polk Parkway). Schedule your showing today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kia Troutman

LA ROSA REALTY PRESTIGE License #3364503 Listed on: 09/15/2019

LA ROSA REALTY PRESTIGE

Last Buyer's Agent

Martha Harrison

REMAX EXPERTS License #3271209

REMAX EXPERTS

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,157

Year Built

  • Built in 1972

Lot Details

  • 9,814 Sq Ft Lot
  • East Facing Home
  • Mature Landscaping
  • Corner Lot
  • Oak Trees
  • Property is zoned RE-2

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Slab Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Block Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 1,290 Sq Ft Home
  • Crown Molding
  • Blinds
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Laundry in Garage

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Screened Patio
  • Rain Gutters
  • Rear Porch

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Private Sewer
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Imperial Southgate Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,157

Year Built

Built in 1972

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Condition: Completed
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Construction Materials: Block
  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 1290
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.23
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1972
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 9814
  • Directions to Property: Take Florida Ave South and turn Right on Imperial Blvd. Turn Right on Princess Place and Left on Queens Loop then Left on Empress Way.
  • Status: Sold
  • Down Payment Resource URL: https://www.workforce-resource.com/dpr/listing/MFRMLS/L4910712?w=Agent&skip_sso=true
  • Down Payment Resource URL 2: https://www.workforce-resource.com/dpr/listing/MFRMLS/L4910712?w=Customer
  • Homestead Y N: Yes
  • Total Acreage: 0 to less than 1/4
  • Unit Number Y N: No
  • Ratio: Close Price\List Price: 1.03125
  • Price per Sq Ft: 127.91
  • Close to Original List Price Ratio: 1.03125
  • View: No
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Tax Year: 2018
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Interior Amenities: Crown Molding, Solid Surface Counters
  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Levels: One
  • Spa Yn: No
  • Window Features: Blinds
  • Street Number Modifier: 542
  • Room Count: 6
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: PublicRecords

Exterior Features

  • Direction Faces: East
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Pool Private: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Patio and Porch Features: Rear Porch, Screened
  • Water View Y N: No
  • Water Access Y N: No
  • Water Extras Y N: No
  • Flood Zone Panel: 12105C0315G
  • Disclosures: Lead Paint, Seller Property Disclosure

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Open Parking: No

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Central
  • Laundry Features: In Garage
  • Sewer: Private Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Approval Required YN: No

Lot Info

  • Zoning: RE-2
  • Parcel Number: 23-28-36-138200-001340
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot
  • Flood Zone Code: X
  • Flood Zone Date: 2016-12-22
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet

Rental Info

  • Minimum Lease: No Minimum
  • Lease Restrictions Y N: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1157
  • Tax Block: A
  • Tax Book Number: 47-47
  • Tax Lot: 34

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 15, 2019
Closed on
Oct 18, 2019
Sold by
Morris Caleb and Morris Kyndal
Bought by
Jimenez Vanessa De Lourdes
Seller's Agent
Kia Troutman
LA ROSA REALTY PRESTIGE
Buyer's Agent
Martha Harrison
REMAX EXPERTS
List Price
$160,000
Sold Price
$165,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
3.12%
Current Estimated Value
$279,762

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$114,762
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.46%
Original Mortgage
$158,400
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 30, 2015
Sold by
Brannon Mary Jean
Bought by
Morris Caleb and Morris Kyndal

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$97,850
Interest Rate
3.79%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 18, 2005
Sold by
Grau Larry Keith and Grau Garry Lee
Bought by
Ludden Richard L and Ludden Eva J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 29, 2002
Sold by
Grau Leroy H and Grau Mary V
Bought by
Grau Leroy H and Grau Mary
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

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Jimenez Vanessa De Lourdes $165,000 Attorney
Morris Caleb $103,000 None Available
Ludden Richard L -- Companion Title Services Inc
Ludden Richard L $115,000 Companion Title Services Inc
Grau Leroy H -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Delourdes Jimenez Vanessa $156,000
Closed Jimenez Vanessa De Lourdes $158,400
Previous Owner Morris Caleb $97,850
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/18/2019 10/18/19 Sold $165,000 +3.1% $128 / Sq Ft
09/16/2019 09/16/19 Pending -- -- --
09/15/2019 09/15/19 For Sale $160,000 -- $124 / 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
2024 $1,934 $153,124 -- --
2023 $1,934 $148,664 $0 $0
2022 $1,871 $144,334 $0 $0
2021 $1,850 $140,130 $0 $0
2020 $1,830 $138,195 $21,000 $117,195
2018 $1,157 $100,908 $0 $0
2017 $1,124 $98,833 $0 $0
2016 $1,105 $96,800 $0 $0
2015 $1,924 $94,559 $0 $0
2014 $1,669 $88,665 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Kia Troutman

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Kia Troutman

    LA ROSA REALTY PRESTIGE

    (863) 212-3086

    14 Total Sales

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  • Martha Harrison

    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    Martha Harrison

    RE/MAX

    (863) 956-7762

    1 in this area

    99 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Stellar MLS

MLS Number: L4910712

Stellar MLS

APN: 23-28-36-138200-001340

Florida Polk County Lakeland 33803 Southwest Lakeland

542 Empress Way, Lakeland, FL

This home is located at 542 Empress Way, Lakeland, FL 33803 since 15 September 2019 and is currently estimated at $279,762, approximately $216 per square foot. This property was built in 1972. 542 Empress Way is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Southwest Elementary School, Rochelle School Of The Arts, and Kathleen Senior High School.

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