NOT LISTED FOR SALE

686 22nd St NW Winter Haven, FL 33880

Downtown Winter Haven Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $336,000 - $366,000

5 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,588 Sq Ft
$135/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: October 1, 2025

Last sale price $344,999 $133 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,209 / mo

36 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Screened Pool
  • No HOA
  • Living Room
  • L-Shaped Dining Room
  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Tankless Water Heater

About This Home

As of October 2025

Spacious Pool Home with In-Law Suite in Desirable Orangewood Heights!
Welcome to this unique and versatile 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath pool home offering 2,588 sq. ft. of heated and cooled living space, located in the sought-after Orangewood Heights neighborhood of Winter Haven—just a short walk to Lake Howard and the beautiful Lake Howard Nature Park.
This home features a private in-law suite complete with a kitchenette, independent A/C system, and its own tankless water heater—ideal for multi-generational living or easily converted into an income-producing studio apartment.
Notable features include:
• Natural gas service for water heaters, stove, and wall oven—keeping utility costs low
• A worry-free metal roof for long-term peace of mind
• A fully fenced yard, perfect for pets, play, and privacy
• A screened-in pool area designed for year-round relaxation and entertainment
• Close to schools, shopping, dining, and local amenities
This home offers space, flexibility, and real value. Whether you're investing, expanding, or looking for a forever home—this one is worth a look.
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Last Agent to Sell the Property

Steve Donahue

LIVE FLORIDA REALTY Brokerage Phone: 863-868-8905 License #3500429 Listed on: 06/27/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Steve Donahue

LIVE FLORIDA REALTY Brokerage Phone: 863-868-8905 License #3500429 Listed on: 06/27/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,863

Year Built

  • Built in 1956

Lot Details

  • 7,802 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 78x100
  • West Facing Home
  • Property is zoned R-1C

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Metal Roof
  • Block Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 2,588 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Sliding Doors
  • Living Room
  • L-Shaped Dining Room
  • Attic Ventilator
  • Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Range with Range Hood
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Tile
  • Luxury Vinyl Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Pool

  • Screened Pool
  • In Ground Pool
  • Fiberglass Pool
  • Fence Around Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Exterior Lighting
  • Private Mailbox

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Thermostat
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Gas Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Orangewood Heights Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,863

Year Built

Built in 1956

Lot Details

7,802 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Construction Materials: Block
  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 2588
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.18
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1956
  • Building Area Total: 3042
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7802
  • Status: Sold
  • Street Post Direction: NW
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Building Area Total Srch Sq M: 282.61
  • Escrow City: Lakeland
  • Escrow State: FL
  • Escrow Street Name: Florida Ave S #27
  • Minimum Lease: No Minimum
  • RATIO Current Price By Calculate: 133.31
  • Total Acreage: 0 to less than 1/4
  • Water Access YN: 0
  • MFR_InLawSuiteYN: 1
  • MFR_InLawSuiteDescription: 1 Bathroom,Attached,Kitchenette,Private Entrance
  • Attribution Contact: 863-868-8905
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl, Tile, Vinyl
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Attic Ventilator, Ceiling Fans(s), L Dining, Thermostat
  • Appliances Included: Built-In Oven, Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area Meters: 240.43

Exterior Features

  • Direction Faces: West
  • Pool Features: Fiberglass, In Ground, Screen Enclosure
  • Exterior Features: Lighting, Private Mailbox, Sliding Doors
  • Roof: Metal
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Water View YN: 0
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 0

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Utilities: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Fire Hydrant, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Public, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Central
  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Fee Information

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

Lot Info

  • Zoning: R-1C
  • Parcel Number: 26-28-19-551600-000030
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Dimensions: 78x100
  • Flood Zone Code: X

Rental Info

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

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3862.74
  • Tax Book Number: 36-26
  • Tax Lot: 3

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 27, 2025
Closed on
Oct 1, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Steve Donahue
LIVE FLORIDA REALTY
Buyer's Agent
Steve Donahue
LIVE FLORIDA REALTY
List Price
$344,999
Sold Price
$344,999
Views
182
Current Estimated Value
$349,758

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$4,759
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.10%
Original Mortgage
$275,999
Outstanding Balance
$275,999
Interest Rate
6.56%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$73,759

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 10, 2020
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 11, 2016
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 31, 2015
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 8, 2014
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 15, 2013
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 12, 2005
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$154,483
Interest Rate
5.57%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 19, 2003
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 7, 2001
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$109,850
Interest Rate
6.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 30, 1995
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$74,642
Interest Rate
7.64%
Source: Public Records

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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
$345,000 Home Solution Title
-- Attorney
$64,000 Leading Edge Title Partners
$54,000 Leading Edge Title Partners
-- None Available
-- Attorney
$157,000 The Title Depot Inc
$130,000 --
-- --
$75,000 --
-- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $275,999
Previous Owner $154,483
Previous Owner $109,850
Previous Owner $74,642
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/01/2025 10/01/25 Sold $344,999 0.0% $133 / Sq Ft
08/02/2025 08/02/25 Pending -- -- --
06/27/2025 06/27/25 For Sale $344,999 -- $133 / 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 $3,863 $184,465 -- --
2024 $3,592 $167,695 -- --
2023 $3,592 $152,450 -- --
2022 $3,217 $138,591 $0 $0
2021 $2,792 $125,992 $0 $0
2020 $2,559 $153,886 $10,140 $143,746
2018 $2,167 $124,647 $9,750 $114,897
2017 $1,706 $86,054 $0 $0
2016 $1,215 $60,292 $0 $0
2015 $985 $47,954 $0 $0
2014 -- $44,576 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Steve Donahue

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Steve Donahue

    LIVE FLORIDA REALTY

    (863) 251-9943

    1 in this area

    167 Total Sales

    Steve Donahue
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Map

Source: Stellar MLS

MLS Number: L4954036

Stellar MLS

APN: 26-28-19-551600-000030

Florida Polk County Winter Haven 33880 Downtown Winter Haven

686 22nd St NW, Winter Haven, FL

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