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1809 Optimist Drive

Lakeland, FL 33801

3 beds
1 bath
1,016 sqft
7,013 sqft lot
$197 per sqft
1960 build
– on site

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Charming Lakeland Home Ready for You! Nestled in a desirable Lakeland location at 1809 Optimist Drive, this lovely home offers comfortable living and a fantastic opportunity. Boasting 3 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, this property provides a wonderful space for families, first-time homebuyers, or investors. Inside, you'll find a well-kept interior with a total living area of 1,016 sq ft. The kitchen has been recently updated with newer light-color cabinets, a stove, and a dishwasher. Enjoy Florida's beautiful weather on the wonderful 16' x 14' covered and screened back porch – an ideal spot for your morning coffee or evening gatherings. Book your showing today!

Listing courtesy of STELLAR_MLS / ALL COUNTY POLK PROPERTY MANAG

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Jun 19, 2025 •

MLS# L4952698 —

The Building

Year Built:

1960
New Construction:

false
Construction Materials:

Block
Levels:

One
Stories Total:

1
Roof:

Shingle
Foundation Details:

Slab
Building Area Total:

1144
Building Area Units:

Square Feet
Building Area Source:

Public Records

Interior

Interior Features:

Ceiling Fan(s)
Flooring:

Luxury Vinyl
Fireplace:

false

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

1016
Living Area Units:

Square Feet
Living Area Source:

Public Records

Location

Directions:

Combee Road to west on Kiwanis Ave. or Exchange Ave. to Optimist Dr.
Latitude:

28.020683
Longitude:

-81.910944
Coordinates:

-81.910944, 28.020683

The Property

Parcel Number:

242828245700003160
Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Property Attached:

false
Lot Size Acres:

0.16
Lot Size Area:

7013
Lot Size SqFt:

7013
Lot Size Dimensions:

68 x 103
Lot Size Units:

Square Feet
Total Acres:

0 to less than 1/4
Direction Faces:

East
View:

false
Exterior Features:

Lighting
Water Source:

Public
Road Surface Type:

Asphalt
Flood Zone Code:

X
Additional Parcels:

false
Homestead:

false
Lease Restrictions:

false
Land Lease:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2024
Tax Lot:

16
Tax Block:

C
Tax Legal Description:

ROYAL OAK MANOR PB 43 PG 12 BLK C LOT 16
Tax Book Number:

43-12
Tax Annual Amount:

$1,740.43

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

3

Baths

Total Baths:

1
Total Baths:

1
Full Baths:

1

The Listing

Special Listing Conditions:

None

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Central
Heating:

true
Cooling:

Central Air
Cooling:

true

Utilities

Utilities:

Electricity Connected
Sewer:

Septic Tank

Appliances

Appliances:

Range
Laundry Features:

Washer Hookup

Schools

Elementary School:

Crystal Lake Elem
Middle Or Junior School:

Crystal Lake Middle/Jun
High School:

Tenoroc Senior

The Community

Subdivision Name:

ROYAL OAK MANOR
Senior Community:

false
Waterview:

false
Water Access:

false
Waterfront:

false
Pool Private:

false
Association:

false
Ownership:

Fee Simple

Parking

Garage:

false
Carport:

true
Carport Spaces:

1
Covered Spaces:

1

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Utility Costs

$171/mo.

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
6/18/25 Jun 18, 2025	Sold	STELLAR_MLS	$200,600	-2.1%
5/17/25 May 17, 2025	Pending	STELLAR_MLS	$204,900
5/5/25 May 5, 2025	Listed / Active	STELLAR_MLS	$204,900	188.6% (19.1% / YR)

House Sold on 6/18/2025

$200,600

Listing provided by broker:

Michael Stokes

ALL COUNTY POLK PROPERTY MANAG

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Listing Courtesy of: STELLAR_MLS and ALL COUNTY POLK PROPERTY MANAG.

Based on information from the My Florida Regional MLS DBA Stellar MLS 2025.

All information provided is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. Stellar MLS, Estately and their affiliates provide the MLS and all content therein “AS IS” and without any warranty, express or implied. The information included in this listing is 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. The information on each listing is furnished by the owner and deemed reliable to the best of his/her knowledge, but should be verified by the purchaser. Stellar MLS and Estately assume no responsibility for typographical errors, misprints or misinformation. This property is offered without respect to any protected classes in accordance with the law. For any questions please call (407) 499-8911.

1809 Optimist Drive

Lakeland, FL 33801