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$520,000

1475 Lake Howard Dr

Winter Haven, FL
Active
4
Bedrooms
3.5
Bathrooms
3,022
Square Feet
0.47
Lot Size (acres)
1954
Year Built
90
Days On Market

Virtually Staged. Welcome to the Chain Life! Situated on a spacious 0.47-acre lot with no HOA, this beautifully updated lakefront property on Lake Howard offers a rare opportunity to enjoy life on the renowned Winter Haven Chain of Lakes. One of the home's most desirable features is the beautifully remodeled studio-style guest suite with its own private entrance and en-suite bathroom. Complete with a wood-burning fireplace and ample space to add a kitchenette, this versatile space is ideal as a mother-in-law suite, private guest quarters, home office, or game room. This property would make a great short term rental for VRBO or Airbnb! The main residence features 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths with numerous updates throughout. The renovated kitchen showcases new cabinetry, beautiful granite countertops, a stainless steel range and microwave, breakfast bar seating, and picturesque views of the backyard. Wood flooring flows through the spacious living areas, including formal living and dining rooms, an open kitchen, and a comfortable family room designed for both everyday living and entertaining. The primary suite offers a private en-suite bathroom with a walk-in shower and access to the beautifully remodeled guest bathroom that features a relaxing tub. Fresh interior paint and numerous recent improvements make the home truly move-in ready. Additional features include a well-equipped laundry room with cabinetry, utility sink, and a refrigerator, an oversized 24' x 26' two-car garage with built-in storage closets, rain gutters, a lake-fed irrigation system, a deep driveway with plenty of parking, and two A/C systems installed in 2021 and 2023. Step outside and enjoy the Florida lifestyle. Relax with your morning coffee on the covered front porch overlooking Lake Howard, or entertain family and friends on the expansive concrete patio overlooking the spacious backyard. Across the street, your private dock provides direct access to Lake Howard and the famous Winter Haven Chain of Lakes, connecting you to 20 navigable lakes. Spend your days boating to waterfront restaurants and bars, watching seasonal Legoland fireworks from the water, seeing seaplanes take off from Lake Jessie, or visiting the Moose Lodge for dining and social events, all which area accessible by boat. Conveniently located between Tampa and Orlando, Winter Haven offers easy access to major airports, Gulf and Atlantic beaches, and a vibrant downtown filled with locally owned restaurants, craft cocktail bars, a brewery, boutiques, and a popular weekly farmers market. Don't just live on the water—experience the unmatched lifestyle of the Winter Haven Chain of Lakes. Schedule your private showing today.

Listing Information

Listing Updated
08/26/2026
Listed By
Deanna Stone, 8634122080 · THE STONES REAL ESTATE FIRM, 8634122080
MLS#
L4963275
Source
Stellar MLS
Status
Active

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
1475 S Lake Howard Dr, Winter Haven, FL 33880
City
Winter Haven
County
Polk
Neighborhood
HANNA SUB
Zip Code
33880

Architecture

Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
3.5
Year Built
1954
Style
Ranch
Construction Materials
Stucco, Block
Building Area
3,022 sq. ft.
Foundation
Slab
Roof
Other, Shingle
Levels
One
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Features
Driveway, Attached, Oversized, Garage Door Opener, Guest

Features & Amenities

Interior Features
Eat-in Kitchen, In-Law Floorplan, Stone Counters, Built-in Features
Appliances
Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Range, Disposal
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
Exterior Features
Dock, Rain Gutters
Patio and Porch
Covered, Patio, Front Porch, Rear Porch
Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Electric, Central

Property Features

Lot Size
0.47 Acres
Lot Features
Level, Waterfront, Landscaped, Paved
View
Lake, Water
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Utilities
Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

Square Footage

Total
2,118 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$520,000
Annual Taxes
$6,199

Schools

49/100
Denison Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 1.3 mi
Assigned school for this home
City
Winter Haven
Students
842
Parent reviews
1.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
40% White · 29% Hispanic / Latino · 27% Black
Free/reduced lunch
75%
Phone
(863) 291-5353
79/100
Language & Literacy Academy For Learning
7th & Above · Grades PK–12 · 1.2 mi
City
Winter Haven
Students
187
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 1 review
Student body
36% White · 31% Black · 29% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
27%
Phone
(863) 268-2903
61/100
Cypress Junction Montessori
Elementary · Grades PK–08 · 0.8 mi
City
Winter Haven
Students
196
Parent reviews
3.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
69% White · 18% Hispanic / Latino · 8% Black
Free/reduced lunch
2%
Phone
(863) 259-1490
55/100
Winter Haven Pace
7th & Above · Grades 01–12 · 1 mi
City
Winter Haven
Students
5
Student body
40% White · 20% Black · 20% Hispanic / Latino
Phone
(863) 534-0966
55/100
Inwood Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 1.3 mi
City
Winter Haven
Students
293
Student body
51% Black · 27% Hispanic / Latino · 18% White
Free/reduced lunch
69%
Phone
(863) 291-5369
53/100
Winter Haven Senior High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 1.5 mi
City
Winter Haven
Students
2,317
Student body
37% White · 33% Black · 24% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
44%
Phone
(863) 291-5330
53/100
Frank E. Brigham Academy
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 1.5 mi
City
Winter Haven
Students
548
Student body
54% White · 21% Black · 15% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
38%
Phone
(863) 291-5300
53/100
John Snively Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 2 mi
City
Eloise
Students
384
Student body
58% Hispanic / Latino · 24% Black · 15% White
Free/reduced lunch
76%
Phone
(863) 291-5325

School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Historical Data

Price History

DateEventPrice
08/26/2026Price change$520,000
07/06/2026Listed for sale$525,000

Listed by Deanna Stone · THE STONES REAL ESTATE FIRM · 8634122080

Listing information provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS. Copyright 2026, Stellar MLS. All rights reserved.

Last Updated: August 26, 2026 at 12:56 PM | Source: Stellar MLS | MLS#: L4963275

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