Sold
Last Sold Price
2 beds768 sqft

838 Fish Hatchery Rd, Lakeland, FL 33801

Single FamilyProperty Type
0.38 acresLot Size
1945Year Built
$286/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Come see country living with modern perks! This vintage 2 bedroom one bathroom bungalow has been upgraded to create the perfect starter home or small family home. With nearly 800 living sq. ft. this home is sure to impress. Conveniently located near Lakeland and Auburndale it is nestled on nearly a half acre with NO HOA. The main space has wood like tile throughout, an updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, butcher block counters, a newer roof from 2018, a 24x24 workshop with plumbing and...Come see country living with modern perks! This vintage 2 bedroom one bathroom bungalow has been upgraded to create the perfect starter home or small family home. With nearly 800 living sq. ft. this home is sure to impress. Conveniently located near Lakeland and Auburndale it is nestled on nearly a half acre with NO HOA. The main space has wood like tile throughout, an updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, butcher block counters, a newer roof from 2018, a 24x24 workshop with plumbing and electric, as well as a horse stall and tack shack. The property is fenced in with an electric gate as well as crossed fenced for livestock. So call today to set up your private showing before this one gallops off into the sunset!
  • Listed by: Matt Mesimer 863.224.6999 mattmesimer@kw.com Brokerage DRE #1024322 • KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY SMART 1
Listing closed: 08/22/2023 12:00 AM • Source: MFRMLS, MLS#: L4937693
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Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$202,500

Avg days on market

93

Sale-to-list ratio

98.6%

Lakeland, FL

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Location

Listing Courtesy of KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY SMART 1, Matt Mesimer

Sold By EXP REALTY LLC, Sara Peacock

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Property Information for 838 Fish Hatchery Road

Property Details

  • Taxes: $1,383 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Polk County
  • Subdivision Name: NOT IN SUBDIVISION
  • Township: 28
  • Waterfront: No

Building Information

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1945
  • Lot Size: 0.38 AC / 16,492 SF

Summary

Location and General Information
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 1104.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Direction Faces: East
  • Directions: FROM HWY 92 TURN ONTO FISH HATCHERY ROAD. HOME WILL BE AHEAD ON LEFT.
  • Mls Major Change Type: Sold
  • Major Change Type: Closed
  • Listing Service: Full Service
  • Senior Community: No
  • Unit Number: No
  • Street Number: 838
  • Street Name: FISH HATCHERY
  • Street Suffix: ROAD
  • State: FL
  • City: LAKELAND
Parking
  • Carport: No
  • Garage: No
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Approval Required: No
  • Association: No
  • CDD: No
  • Tax Book Number: P-81
  • Tax Legal Description: E 220 FT OF THAT PART OF S 3 AC OF N 5 AC OF SE1/4 OF NW1/4 OF NE1/4 LYING W OF FISH HATCHERY RD LESS S 75 FT & LESS N 53.2 FT
  • Tax Year: 2022
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Property

Lot Information
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 69 x 220
  • Parcel Number: 242815000000013030
  • Total Acreage: 1/4 to less than 1/2
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Extras: No
  • Zoning: R-2
  • Living Area: 768
  • Lot Dimensions: 69 x 220
Property and Assessments
  • Year Built Numeric: 1945
  • Flood Zone Code: X
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Homestead: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Public Survey Range: 24
  • Public Survey Section: 15
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Public

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Wood Frame
  • Exterior Features: Dog Run
  • Foundation Details: Crawlspace
  • Levels: One
  • Pool Private: No
  • Pool: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Spa: No
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 0
  • Number Of Stories: 1
Interior Features
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Appliances: Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile
  • Heating: Central
  • Interior Features: Living Room/Dining Room Combo
  • 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

Property History for 838 Fish Hatchery Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 22, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1517993978

$220,000

+129.9% / yr

Aug 22, 2023

Sold

MFRMLS #L4937693

$220,000—
Jul 2, 2023

Pending

MFRMLS #L4937693

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/22/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1517993978

$220,000

+129.9% / yr

08/22/2023

Sold

MFRMLS #L4937693

$220,000
07/02/2023

Pending

MFRMLS #L4937693

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

Public Records for 838 Fish Hatchery Road

Taxable Value

Land

$4,922

Additions

$107,382
Total$112,304

Tax Record

2025

$1,907 ($159 / month)

Home Facts

Beds

2

Baths

1

Total Finished SqFt

768 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

768 SqFt

Stories

1

Lot Size

16,492 SqFt

Style

Single Family Residence

Year Built

1945

Year Renovated

2020

Zoning

R2

County

POLK

APN

24-28-15-000000-013030

Schools near 838 Fish Hatchery Road

This home is within Polk County Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - PK to 5
Public - PK to 5
Public - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Philip O'Brien Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Winston Academy of Engineering
PublicPK to 5

Combee Academy of Design and Engineering
PublicPK to 5

Rochelle School Of The Arts
PublicPK to 8

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Listing Courtesy of KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY SMART 1, Matt Mesimer

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