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$299,900

540 Clayton Ave

Lakeland, FL
Active
4
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,739
Square Feet
0.29
Lot Size (acres)
1953
Year Built
30
Days On Market

This 4 bedrooms, 2 bath home has 1,679 square feet of living space. Inside, you'll find a spacious living room, separate family room, inside laundry, and a stunning new kitchen complete with new cabinetry, countertops, and appliances. Luxury vinyl plank flooring flows throughout the home, complemented by fresh interior paint and new ceiling fans. Also included is a 29' x 22' detached concrete block storage building, complete with electricity and a half bath—ideal for a workshop, hobby space, business storage, or additional flex space. 542 Clayton is also available for sale for $199,900. The second home offers 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and includes a single-car garage with an adjoining storage/laundry room featuring washer and dryer hookups. Like the main home, it has been completely remodeled with luxury vinyl plank flooring, fresh paint, new ceiling fans, and a beautifully updated kitchen with new cabinets, countertops, and appliances. Conveniently located in the heart of Lakeland, this property is just a short walk to both Lake Hollingsworth and Lake Morton, offering easy access to scenic walking trails, parks, and all the charm of central Lakeland. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a move-in-ready home, or if you choose to purchase both homes you could live in one home and rent the other, or maximize your returns by leasing both, this property offers incredible flexibility.

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Listing Information

Listing Updated
29 days ago
Listed By
Debbie Ward-Terry, 8636607927 · REGAL REAL ESTATE LLC, 8636607927
MLS#
L4964841
Source
Stellar MLS
Status
Active

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
540 S Clayton Ave, Lakeland, FL 33801
City
Lakeland
County
Polk
Neighborhood
BILTMORE PARK SUB
Zip Code
33801

Architecture

Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
2
Year Built
1953
Construction Materials
Block
Building Area
1,739 sq. ft.
Foundation
Slab
Roof
Shingle
Levels
One
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
1
Parking Features
Attached

Features & Amenities

Interior Features
Eat-in Kitchen
Appliances
Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range
Exterior Features
Storage
Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Electric

Property Features

Lot Size
0.29 Acres
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Utilities
Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected

Square Footage

Total
1,679 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$299,900
Annual Taxes
$3,319

Schools

100/100
Crystal Lake Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 1.7 mi
City
Lakeland
Students
557
Student body
37% Black · 29% White · 29% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
69%
Phone
(863) 499-2966
78/100
Lawton Chiles Middle Academy
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 1.2 mi
City
Lakeland
Students
648
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 1 review
Student body
51% White · 20% Hispanic / Latino · 16% Black
Free/reduced lunch
30%
Phone
(863) 499-2742
76/100
McKeel Academy Central
Elementary · Grades PK–06 · 1.2 mi
City
Lakeland
Students
610
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 1 review
Student body
66% White · 19% Hispanic / Latino · 10% Black
Free/reduced lunch
37%
Phone
(863) 499-1287
75/100
Lakeland Montessori School House
Elementary · Grades KG–06 · 1.4 mi
City
Lakeland
Students
122
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 1 review
Student body
63% White · 24% Hispanic / Latino · 8% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
3%
Phone
(863) 413-0003
60/100
Dixieland Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 1.5 mi
City
Lakeland
Students
382
Parent reviews
3.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
41% Hispanic / Latino · 26% Black · 26% White
Free/reduced lunch
61%
Phone
(863) 499-2930
55/100
Lakeland Senior High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 0.3 mi
City
Lakeland
Students
2,125
Student body
48% White · 24% Hispanic / Latino · 21% Black
Free/reduced lunch
34%
Phone
(863) 499-2900
54/100
Magnolia Montessori Academy
Elementary · Grades KG–08 · 2 mi
City
Lakeland
Students
98
Student body
59% White · 19% Hispanic / Latino · 9% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
3%
Phone
(863) 797-4991
53/100
Lakeland Montessori Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 1.4 mi
City
Lakeland
Students
27
Student body
70% White · 26% Hispanic / Latino · 4% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
11%
Phone
(863) 413-0003

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
09/03/2026Listed for sale$299,900

Listed by Debbie Ward-Terry · REGAL REAL ESTATE LLC · 8636607927

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: September 4, 2026 at 10:54 AM | Source: Stellar MLS | MLS#: L4964841

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