2003 Merlin Way

Lakeland, FL 33803

$475,000
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
2,984 Sq. Ft.
$159 / Sq. Ft.
2,984
Sq. Ft.
$159
per Sq. Ft.
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Sold 1/31/25
Sold 1/31/25

Description

Make this Christmas unforgettable by celebrating in your dream home! This move-in-ready two-story stunner has everything you’ve been searching for. With 4 oversized bedrooms featuring XL walk-in closets, 2.5 baths, a cozy loft, and a 2-car garage, there’s room for everyone to enjoy. It has gorgeous hardwood and tile floors, crown molding, and vaulted ceilings. The kitchen boasts real wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a bright breakfast nook with bar seating. The first-floor master suite...Make this Christmas unforgettable by celebrating in your dream home! This move-in-ready two-story stunner has everything you’ve been searching for. With 4 oversized bedrooms featuring XL walk-in closets, 2.5 baths, a cozy loft, and a 2-car garage, there’s room for everyone to enjoy. It has gorgeous hardwood and tile floors, crown molding, and vaulted ceilings. The kitchen boasts real wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a bright breakfast nook with bar seating. The first-floor master suite offers a private retreat with a jacuzzi tub, a walk-in shower with dual shower heads, dual vanities, and an enormous walk-in closet. Upstairs, you’ll find three more bedrooms, a Jack-and-Jill bathroom, and a versatile loft. Additional features include a screened-in back patio, low-maintenance fenced yard, modern updates like a 2024 AC with a 10-year warranty, a 2022 roof, and a tankless water heater, plus ample storage throughout. Conveniently located in the charming Sylvester Shores community with no HOA or CDD, this home sits on a corner lot just minutes from great dining, Geneva Classical Academy, Florida Southern College, Southeastern University, Downtown Lakeland and LakeSide Village Outdoor Mall, with easy access to HWY 570 and I-4, making Tampa and Orlando just an hour away. Don’t wait—schedule your private showing today and make this the best holiday season yet!
  1. Listed by Lilly Rives, LLC • Brokerage DRE #1064576 • LPT REALTY
    P: (941)-600-8363 C: (941)-600-8363 teamrivesrealtors@gmail.com

Property Details for 2003 Merlin Way

Subdivision Name
SYLVESTER SHORES
Township
28
Garage Spaces
2
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 01/31/2025 05:52 PM

Property Details for 2003 Merlin Way

StatusSold
MLS #S5116027
Days on Market44
Taxes$5,315 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built2005
Lot Size0.16 AC / 7,000 SF
CountyPolk County
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Sold By KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY SMART 1, Alma Corrales

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Building Information for 2003 Merlin Way

Stories-Year Built2005Building Size-Lot Size0.16 AC / 7,000 SF

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$2,835 per month

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$2,392

Property Taxes

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Property Information for 2003 Merlin Way

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 3738.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Direction Faces: West
  • Directions: Take US-98 N/Bartow Rd to Lynncrest Rd 5 min (3.4 mi). Head east on FL-570 E , Use the middle lane to take exit 10 for US-98 toward Lakeland/Bartow, Turn left onto US-98 N/Bartow Rd (signs for Southeastern Univ/Lakeland/Downtown Historic Dist), Continue on Lynncrest Rd. Take Sylvester Rd and John Arthur Way to Merlin Way, Turn left onto Lynncrest Rd, Turn left onto Richmond Rd, Turn right onto Sylvester Rd, Turn left onto Sherwood Park, Turn left onto John Arthur Way, Turn right onto Merlin Way, 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: Sold
  • Major Change Type: Closed
  • Listing Service: Full Service
  • Senior Community: No
  • Unit Number: No
  • Street Number: 2003
  • Street Name: MERLIN
  • Street Suffix: WAY
  • State: FL
  • City: LAKELAND
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Garage: Yes
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • CDD: No
  • Tax Block: D
  • Tax Book Number: 44-40
  • Tax Legal Description: SYLVESTER SHORES PB 44 PG 40 BLK D LOT 4
  • Tax Lot: 4
  • Tax Year: 2023
Property
Lot Information
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Parcel Number: 242829249800004040
  • Total Acreage: 0 to less than 1/4
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Extras: No
  • Zoning: RA-1
  • Living Area: 2984
Property and Assessments
  • Year Built Numeric: 2005
  • Flood Zone Code: X
  • Flood Zone Date: 12-22-2016
  • Flood Zone Panel: 12105C0320G
  • Homestead: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Public Survey Range: 24
  • Public Survey Section: 29
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalk
  • Foundation Details: Block, Slab
  • Levels: Two
  • Pool Private: No
  • Pool: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 0
Interior Features
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Appliances: Convection Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
  • Heating: Central
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Eating Space In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, L Dining, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Wood Cabinets, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Count: 11.0
  • Water View: No
  • Bathrooms Half: 1

Property History for 2003 Merlin Way

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 31, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1550792336

$475,000

+4.6% / yr

Jan 31, 2025

Sold

MFRMLS #S5116027

$475,000—
Jan 5, 2025

Pending

MFRMLS #S5116027

—
Dec 16, 2024

Price Change

MFRMLS #S5116027

$485,000—
Nov 22, 2024

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #S5116027

$510,000—
Nov 1, 2024

Expired

MFRMLS #W7864419

$510,000—
May 1, 2024

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #W7864419

$529,900—
Jan 21, 2022

Sold

MFRMLS #L4926629

$415,000—
Jan 20, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1481962931

$415,000

+24.1% / yr

Jan 7, 2022

Pending

MFRMLS #L4926629

—
Nov 18, 2021

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #L4926629

$439,900—
Oct 19, 2021

Listed (Active)

FIZBER #11453643

$417,000—
Sep 10, 2012

Withdrawn

MFRMLS #L4629661

$259,900—
Feb 28, 2011

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #L4629661

$289,900—
Apr 14, 2006

Expired

MFRMLS #L4589471

$395,900—
Oct 14, 2005

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #L4589471

$415,000—
Aug 4, 2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #141694406

$9,500—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/31/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1550792336

$475,000

+4.6% / yr

01/31/2025

Sold

MFRMLS #S5116027

$475,000
01/05/2025

Pending

MFRMLS #S5116027

—
12/16/2024

Price Change

MFRMLS #S5116027

$485,000
11/22/2024

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #S5116027

$510,000
11/01/2024

Expired

MFRMLS #W7864419

$510,000
05/01/2024

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #W7864419

$529,900
01/21/2022

Sold

MFRMLS #L4926629

$415,000
01/20/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1481962931

$415,000

+24.1% / yr

01/07/2022

Pending

MFRMLS #L4926629

—
11/18/2021

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #L4926629

$439,900
10/19/2021

Listed (Active)

FIZBER #11453643

$417,000
09/10/2012

Withdrawn

MFRMLS #L4629661

$259,900
02/28/2011

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #L4629661

$289,900
04/14/2006

Expired

MFRMLS #L4589471

$395,900
10/14/2005

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #L4589471

$415,000
08/04/2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #141694406

$9,500

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Public Records for 2003 Merlin Way

Taxable ValueLand$29,400Additions$360,713Total$390,113
Tax Record2025$5,565 ($464 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt2,984 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,984 SqFtStories2Lot Size7,000 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2005ZoningRA-1CountyPOLKAPN242829249800004040

Schools near 2003 Merlin Way

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
Rosabelle W. Blake Academy
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

Rosabelle W. Blake Academy
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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