Joy Desmond Real Estate Agent - REMAX EXPERTS

6625 Forestwood Dr W, Lakeland, FL Under Contract $494,900 - listed by Joy Desmond — Under Contract $494,900

Joy Desmond listing agent for 2025 Sylvester Rd Unit C1, Lakeland, FL - sold for $155,500 — Sold $155,500

138 Gretchen Ave S, Lehigh Acres, FL For Sale $60,000 - co-listed by Joy Desmond — For Sale $60,000 • Co-Listing Agent

Joy Desmond buyer's agent for 2440 Broadway St, Lakeland, FL - sold for $125,000 — Sold $125,000

1201/1203 W 12th St, Lehigh Acres, FL For Sale $35,000 - co-listed by Joy Desmond — For Sale $35,000 • Co-Listing Agent

Joy Desmond

Lakeland FL

REMAX EXPERTS

64 Closed Sales

$23.9M Total Value

$145K - $1.2M Price Range

$374K Average Price

Prior 5 years

About Joy

Joy, originally from Tennessee, her family moved to Lakeland in 1980. Joy combines her love for the real estate industry with her passion for helping people. Joy strengths include communications, organization, attention to detail, knowledge of market conditions, and successfully guiding clients to a smooth and stress-free closing. A past customer said, "Joy is one of the best realtors we have ever dealt with. Our experience with her was very positive. She knew what we wanted and stay with us until she met our needs...We would recommend Joy 1000 times over, she is an asset to the real estate world and so perfect in what she does, you couldn't get any one better if you tried." Joy's commitment to continuous improvement is evident in her certifications, including Graduate, REALTOR® Institute (GRI), Certified Home Marketing Specialist (CHMS), and Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist (CLHMS). These credentials underscore her dedication to staying at the forefront of industry trends and providing clients with the highest level of service.

Choosing Joy as your real estate partner means gaining a professional who not only possesses an impressive array of skills and certifications but is also genuinely invested in making your real estate journey as smooth and successful as possible.

Home Types: House, Mobile Homes, Lot/Land, Townhouse, Condo

Years of Experience: 20

Transaction History

1 Year
2 Year
5 Year

Seller Deals
Total Deals	11
Total Value	$2,959,900
Average Sale Price	$269,082
Price Range	$105K - $525K

Buyer Deals
Total Deals	5
Total Value	$2,143,800
Average Sale Price	$428,760
Price Range	$125K - $585K

1 Year View by Quarter

Seller Deals
Total Deals	23
Total Value	$6,816,900
Average Sale Price	$296,387
Price Range	$95K - $680K

Buyer Deals
Total Deals	7
Total Value	$3,334,105
Average Sale Price	$476,301
Price Range	$125K - $845K

2 Year View by Quarter

Seller Deals
Total Deals	44
Total Value	$15,954,150
Average Sale Price	$362,594
Price Range	$95K - $875K

Buyer Deals
Total Deals	20
Total Value	$7,982,358
Average Sale Price	$399,118
Price Range	$38K - $1.2M

5 Year View

Areas Joy is Experienced In

Joy's Listings and Deals

Joy's Active Listings

$839,900
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 4,012 Sq Ft
2409 Jenna Ln

Lakeland, FL
Stunning Custom Pool Home Behind the Gates of Crews Lake Hills Estates - Timeless and classic, this stately 4 bedroom, 3 bath home, built by custom home builder Duane McQuillen, embodies a combination of beautiful craftmanship and modern luxury. Nestled in the heart of South Lakeland, and ideally positioned near the new Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital, this. A grand

Joy Desmond REMAX EXPERTS

Co-Listing Agent

$60,000
- Land
- 0.29 Acre
- $206,897 per Acre
138 Gretchen Ave S

Lehigh Acres, FL
Build your dream home on this 0.29-acre (12,000 sq. ft.) vacant residential lot located in the growing community of Lehigh Acres. This spacious homesite offers plenty of room for a custom home, outdoor living space, and more, while still providing privacy and flexibility for your future plans. Situated in one of Southwest Florida's fastest-growing areas, Lehigh Acres is known for its affordable

Joy Desmond REMAX EXPERTS

Co-Listing Agent

$35,000
- Land
- 0.24 Acre
- $145,833 per Acre
1201/1203 W 12th St

Lehigh Acres, FL
Build your Florida dream home on this spacious 0.238 acre vacant residential lot located at 1201 W 12th St, Lehigh Acres, FL. Situated in a growing area of Lehigh Acres, this property offers an excellent opportunity for homeowners, investors, or builders looking to take advantage of Southwest Florida's continued growth. Enjoy the freedom of designing and constructing a custom home with plenty of

Joy Desmond REMAX EXPERTS

Co-Listing Agent

$279,850
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,897 Sq Ft
4104 E County Road 540a

Lakeland, FL
Virtually Staged. NO HOA and NO CDD! This classic red brick 3-bedroom, 2-bath home is situated on a spacious corner lot shaded by beautiful, mature oak trees. This home, with 1,897 sq ft living space, offers flexibility and freedom for future improvements, and features a fully functional kitchen, a cozy fireplace, generous storage throughout, and a practical floor plan designed for everyday

Joy Desmond REMAX EXPERTS

$494,900

Under Contract
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2,293 Sq Ft
6625 Forestwood Dr W

Lakeland, FL
Under contract-accepting backup offers. Virtually Staged. WELCOME TO SPACIOUS LIVING IN FORESTWOOD — Set on a generous .54-acre home site in the established Forestwood community, with NO HOA, this beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 2-bath home offers 2,293 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, along with exceptional flexibility, valuable upgrades, and impressive detached garage and

Joy Desmond REMAX EXPERTS

Recently Sold

$155,500

Sold Aug 27, 2026
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,387 Sq Ft
2025 Sylvester Rd

Unit C1

Lakeland, FL
- 14% Below List
- 48 Days On Market
- $112/SF
- Current Est. Value $175K
Joy Desmond REMAX EXPERTS

$242,500

Sold Aug 7, 2026
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,783 Sq Ft
501 Villa Vista Blvd

Lakeland, FL
- 6% Below List
- 26 Days On Market
- $136/SF
- Current Est. Value $256K
Joy Desmond REMAX EXPERTS

$110,000

Sold Dec 18, 2025
- Land
- 1.13 Acres Lot
14718 Evans Ranch Rd

Lakeland, FL
- 24% Below List
- 257 Days On Market
- Current Est. Value $542K
Joy Desmond REMAX EXPERTS

$199,900

Sold Sep 19, 2025
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,464 Sq Ft
2055 S Floral Ave

Unit 164

Bartow, FL
- 5% Below List
- 31 Days On Market
- $137/SF
Joy Desmond REMAX EXPERTS

$278,000

Sold Jun 13, 2025
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,367 Sq Ft
628 Wexford Ct

Winter Haven, FL
- 2% Below List
- 23 Days On Market
- $203/SF
- Current Est. Value $248K
Joy Desmond REMAX EXPERTS

$680,000

Sold Jun 6, 2025
- 5 Beds
- 3.5 Baths
- 2,880 Sq Ft
7365 Millbrook Oaks Dr

Lakeland, FL
- 15% Below List
- 322 Days On Market
- $236/SF
Joy Desmond REMAX EXPERTS

$350,000

Sold Nov 25, 2024
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,948 Sq Ft
820 N Cleveland Ave

Fort Meade, FL
- 4% Below List
- 26 Days On Market
- $180/SF
- Current Est. Value $338K
Joy Desmond REMAX EXPERTS

$360,000

Sold Nov 7, 2024
- 4 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 2,363 Sq Ft
510 Queens Loop N

Lakeland, FL
- 8% Below List
- 60 Days On Market
- $152/SF
- Current Est. Value $363K
Joy Desmond REMAX EXPERTS

$148,000

Sold Jul 11, 2024
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 662 Sq Ft
6132 Topher Trail

Mulberry, FL
- 11% Below List
- 46 Days On Market
- $224/SF
- Current Est. Value $122K
Joy Desmond REMAX EXPERTS

Awards and Designations

NAR - National Association of Realtors
GRI - Graduate REALTOR Institute
CHMS - Certified Home Marketing Specialist
CLHMS - Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist

Other Experience

First Time Homebuyers, Investments, Veteran's Programs, Senior Communities, Luxury Homes, New Construction, Distressed Properties

Agent License: Florida 3157756

Joy Desmond

(863) 250-3766

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Joy's Active Listings

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