1730 E Fern Rd

Lakeland, FL 33801

$215,000
Price
2
Beds
889 Sq. Ft.
$242 / Sq. Ft.
889
Sq. Ft.
$242
per Sq. Ft.
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Pending
Pending

Description

Under contract-accepting backup offers. Charming Bungalow with Classic Character! Built in 1938, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath bungalow offers the kind of character you just don’t find in newer houses. Inside, you’ll find a welcoming formal living room and dining room, plus a kitchen with plenty of cabinet storage and counter space. Enjoy mornings on the back porch or afternoons in your fenced yard, perfect for pets, gardening, or relaxing in the shade. The one-car garage adds convenience, while still having...Under contract-accepting backup offers. Charming Bungalow with Classic Character! Built in 1938, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath bungalow offers the kind of character you just don’t find in newer houses. Inside, you’ll find a welcoming formal living room and dining room, plus a kitchen with plenty of cabinet storage and counter space. Enjoy mornings on the back porch or afternoons in your fenced yard, perfect for pets, gardening, or relaxing in the shade. The one-car garage adds convenience, while still having driveway space. The location makes life easy! Close to Florida Southern College, Southeastern University, local hospitals, supermarkets, and restaurants. Love the outdoors? You’re just a short walk from Interlachen Park and Lake Bonny, where you can get fresh air, enjoy the trails, or go fishing! If you’re looking for a home with history, personality, and a great location, this bungalow is waiting for you. Call us today for a private showing!
  1. Listed by Maria Elena Perez • Brokerage DRE #1053763 • MEP REALTY INVESTMENTS LLC
    P: (305)-409-3319 C: (305)-409-3319 meperez@meprealtyinvestments.com

Property Details for 1730 East Fern Road

Subdivision Name
SHORE ACRES
Township
28
Garage Spaces
1
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 03/04/2026 04:17 PM

Property Details for 1730 East Fern Road

StatusPending
MLS #O6347532
Days on Market130
Taxes$2,698 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1938
Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,464 SF
CountyPolk County
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Location

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Building Information for 1730 East Fern Road

Stories-Year Built1938Building Size-Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,464 SF

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$1,307 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,083

Property Taxes

$225

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 1730 East Fern Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 1368.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Direction Faces: South
  • Directions: From US 92 W turn left onto E Gary Rd. Turn left onto Interlachen Pkwy. Turn left onto E Fern Rd. Destination will be on the left.
  • Elementary School: Philip O’Brien Elementary
  • Middle Or Junior School: Crystal Lake Middle/Jun
  • High School: Lakeland Senior High
  • Mls Major Change Type: Pending
  • Major Change Type: Pending
  • Listing Service: Full Service
  • Senior Community: No
  • Unit Number: No
  • Street Number: 1730
  • Street Direction Prefix: E
  • Street Name: FERN
  • Street Suffix: ROAD
  • State: FL
  • City: LAKELAND
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • CDD: No
  • Pet Restrictions: Buyer(s) to verify pet restrictions with City of Lakeland
  • Tax Block: 22
  • Tax Book Number: 7-15
  • Tax Legal Description: SHORE ACRES PB 7 PG 15 BLK 22 LOTS 20 S 96.2 FT & S 96.2 FT OF W 17.2 FT OF LOT 21
  • Tax Lot: 21
  • Tax Year: 2024
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Lot Information
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Features: City Lot
  • Parcel Number: 242817193000022202
  • Total Acreage: 0 to less than 1/4
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Extras: No
  • Zoning: RB-1
  • Living Area: 889
Property and Assessments
  • Year Built Numeric: 1938
  • Flood Zone Code: X
  • Flood Zone Date: 12-22-2016
  • Flood Zone Panel: 12105C0320G
  • Homestead: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Public Survey Range: 24
  • Public Survey Section: 17
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
  • Exterior Features: French Doors, Sidewalk
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Foundation Details: Crawlspace
  • Levels: One
  • Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch
  • Pool Private: No
  • Pool: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 0
Interior Features
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
  • Heating: Central
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Laundry Features: In Garage
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Count: 5.0
  • Water View: No
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
Rental
Rental Information
  • Minimum Lease Period: 0
  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Property History for 1730 East Fern Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 4, 2026

Pending

MFRMLS #O6347532

—
Dec 26, 2025

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #O6347532

$215,000—
Dec 12, 2025

Pending

MFRMLS #O6347532

—
Nov 23, 2025

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #O6347532

—
Nov 12, 2025

Pending

MFRMLS #O6347532

—
Oct 21, 2025

Price Change

MFRMLS #O6347532

$225,000—
Sep 30, 2025

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #O6347532

$228,000—
Oct 7, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1498975444

$195,000

+23.7% / yr

Oct 7, 2022

Sold

MFRMLS #L4932124

$195,000—
Sep 19, 2022

Pending

MFRMLS #L4932124

—
Aug 11, 2022

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #L4932124

$229,500—
Jun 13, 2014

Sold

MFRMLS #L4648276

$33,000—
Jun 5, 2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #417703515

$33,000

-12.6% / yr

May 28, 2014

Pending

MFRMLS #L4648276

—
Apr 22, 2014

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #L4648276

$30,200—
Aug 11, 2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #162938146

$108,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/04/2026

Pending

MFRMLS #O6347532

—
12/26/2025

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #O6347532

$215,000
12/12/2025

Pending

MFRMLS #O6347532

—
11/23/2025

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #O6347532

—
11/12/2025

Pending

MFRMLS #O6347532

—
10/21/2025

Price Change

MFRMLS #O6347532

$225,000
09/30/2025

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #O6347532

$228,000
10/07/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1498975444

$195,000

+23.7% / yr

10/07/2022

Sold

MFRMLS #L4932124

$195,000
09/19/2022

Pending

MFRMLS #L4932124

—
08/11/2022

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #L4932124

$229,500
06/13/2014

Sold

MFRMLS #L4648276

$33,000
06/05/2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #417703515

$33,000

-12.6% / yr

05/28/2014

Pending

MFRMLS #L4648276

—
04/22/2014

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #L4648276

$30,200
08/11/2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #162938146

$108,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1730 East Fern Road

Taxable ValueLand$11,315Additions$137,803Total$149,118
Tax Record2025$2,690 ($224 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt889 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt889 SqFtStories1Lot Size6,464 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1938ZoningRB-1CountyPOLKAPN242817193000022202

Schools near 1730 East Fern Road

This home is within Polk.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Combee Academy of Design and Engineering
Public - PK to 5
Winston Academy of Engineering
Public - PK to 5
Philip O'Brien Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Rochelle School Of The Arts
Public - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Combee Academy of Design and Engineering
PublicPK to 5

Winston Academy of Engineering
PublicPK to 5

Philip O'Brien Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Rochelle School Of The Arts
PublicPK to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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