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$370,000

Step into this lovingly maintained 1978 lakefront gem in beautiful Winter Haven, where timeless character meets exciting potential. Set on a stunning lake with its own refurbished private dock (2023), this home offers peaceful water views, daily wildlife sightings—think eagles, otters, and sandhill cranes—and a lifestyle that’s hard to match. Inside, much of the home retains its original 1978 finishes, offering the rare chance to create a truly unique, gorgeous, and character-rich living space. You’ll immediately notice the soaring vaulted ceilings accented by real wood beams and trim, a classic feature you can’t recreate today. The full-wall fireplace anchors the family room, and the bay window and majestic columns in the living room add dramatic architectural flair. The stone-floored entryway sets the tone for the home’s warm, inviting personality. Several key updates give peace of mind, including newer attic blown insulation (2021), a new AC and water heater (2025), and a durable 50-year metal roof (2003). The home is connected to public water, public sewer, and natural gas, and also offers the security of a Generac whole-home generator system. With two hot water heaters, comfort is always well supplied. The layout features three bedrooms plus a fourth bedroom/den/in-law suite complete with its own en suite bath. Two of the bathrooms have been tastefully remodeled, and newer flooring appears throughout much of the home. The primary suite includes two walk-in closets and even a built-in wall safe for added convenience. For hobbyists and organizers, the garage is a dream—fully equipped with peg boards and storage shelving. The home also includes an original whole-house vacuum and original security system (both unused by current owners) for those who appreciate vintage features with restoration potential. Enjoy Florida living on the expansive screened-in back porch, perfect for watching lakefront sunsets or entertaining guests. Best of all, this property is not in a flood zone, adding security to its incredible location. Cherished by the same family for many years, this one-of-a-kind home is ready for its next chapter—whether you embrace its 1978 charm, update it into something spectacular, or both. Opportunities like this don’t come around often.

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ Leisure Shores SubDv. ⋅ 33881 Zip Code

Step into this lovingly maintained 1978 lakefront gem in beautiful Winter Haven, where timeless character meets exciting potential. Set on a stunning lake with its own refurbished private dock (2023), this home offers peaceful water views, daily wildlife sightings—think eagles, otters, and sandhill cranes—and a lifestyle that’s hard to match. Inside, much of the home retains its original 1978 finishes, offering the rare chance to create a truly unique, gorgeous, and character-rich living space. You’ll immediately notice the soaring vaulted ceilings accented by real wood beams and trim, a classic feature you can’t recreate today. The full-wall fireplace anchors the family room, and the bay window and majestic columns in the living room add dramatic architectural flair. The stone-floored entryway sets the tone for the home’s warm, inviting personality. Several key updates give peace of mind, including newer attic blown insulation (2021), a new AC and water heater (2025), and a durable 50-year metal roof (2003). The home is connected to public water, public sewer, and natural gas, and also offers the security of a Generac whole-home generator system. With two hot water heaters, comfort is always well supplied. The layout features three bedrooms plus a fourth bedroom/den/in-law suite complete with its own en suite bath. Two of the bathrooms have been tastefully remodeled, and newer flooring appears throughout much of the home. The primary suite includes two walk-in closets and even a built-in wall safe for added convenience. For hobbyists and organizers, the garage is a dream—fully equipped with peg boards and storage shelving. The home also includes an original whole-house vacuum and original security system (both unused by current owners) for those who appreciate vintage features with restoration potential. Enjoy Florida living on the expansive screened-in back porch, perfect for watching lakefront sunsets or entertaining guests. Best of all, this property is not in a flood zone, adding security to its incredible location. Cherished by the same family for many years, this one-of-a-kind home is ready for its next chapter—whether you embrace its 1978 charm, update it into something spectacular, or both. Opportunities like this don’t come around often.

2004 Leisure Drive, Winter Haven

$315,000

BACK ON MARKET due to buyer’s financing falling through. Inspection and appraisal COMPLETED. 2013 Marilyn Ave in Winter Haven, featuring a BRAND NEW ROOF COMPLETED IN 2025. This spacious 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom home with a two-car garage offers 1,942 square feet of open and functional living space on a large 0.21-acre lot with NO HOA and NO FLOOD ZONE. In addition to the three bedrooms reflected in public records, the home offers an additional room currently used as a FOURTH bedroom, providing flexible space ideal for guests, a home office, or extended living needs.The home showcases porcelain tile throughout most of the property, with new carpet in three of the bedrooms. The modern kitchen is highlighted by beautiful quartz countertops, creating a clean and contemporary feel that flows seamlessly into the living and dining areas. All bathrooms feature porcelain tile and spacious showers, with one bathroom offering dual sinks and two new shower heads for added comfort. The primary suite includes a relaxing jacuzzi tub, providing a true retreat at the end of the day. Additional upgrades include a newer AC system, a newer water heater, and a smart thermostat to easily control heating and cooling throughout the home. The property also features a two-car garage along with a covered carport that is ideal for boat parking, complete with dedicated boat drainage, an excellent setup for boating enthusiasts. The fully fenced backyard offers great privacy and an abundance of space, making it perfect for entertaining, gatherings, or future customization. The expansive outdoor area provides endless potential for enjoying Florida living. Conveniently located near Lake Hart Ridge, Lake Idlewild, and Lake Jessie, the home offers excellent access to nearby lakes, providing plenty of opportunities to take your boat out and enjoy the surrounding waterways. Ideally situated between Tampa and Orlando, this property offers easy access to both metro areas while still enjoying the charm and lifestyle of Winter Haven, close to schools, shopping, dining, and Legoland.

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ Leisure Shores SubDv. ⋅ 33881 Zip Code

BACK ON MARKET due to buyer’s financing falling through. Inspection and appraisal COMPLETED. 2013 Marilyn Ave in Winter Haven, featuring a BRAND NEW ROOF COMPLETED IN 2025. This spacious 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom home with a two-car garage offers 1,942 square feet of open and functional living space on a large 0.21-acre lot with NO HOA and NO FLOOD ZONE. In addition to the three bedrooms reflected in public records, the home offers an additional room currently used as a FOURTH bedroom, providing flexible space ideal for guests, a home office, or extended living needs.The home showcases porcelain tile throughout most of the property, with new carpet in three of the bedrooms. The modern kitchen is highlighted by beautiful quartz countertops, creating a clean and contemporary feel that flows seamlessly into the living and dining areas. All bathrooms feature porcelain tile and spacious showers, with one bathroom offering dual sinks and two new shower heads for added comfort. The primary suite includes a relaxing jacuzzi tub, providing a true retreat at the end of the day. Additional upgrades include a newer AC system, a newer water heater, and a smart thermostat to easily control heating and cooling throughout the home. The property also features a two-car garage along with a covered carport that is ideal for boat parking, complete with dedicated boat drainage, an excellent setup for boating enthusiasts. The fully fenced backyard offers great privacy and an abundance of space, making it perfect for entertaining, gatherings, or future customization. The expansive outdoor area provides endless potential for enjoying Florida living. Conveniently located near Lake Hart Ridge, Lake Idlewild, and Lake Jessie, the home offers excellent access to nearby lakes, providing plenty of opportunities to take your boat out and enjoy the surrounding waterways. Ideally situated between Tampa and Orlando, this property offers easy access to both metro areas while still enjoying the charm and lifestyle of Winter Haven, close to schools, shopping, dining, and Legoland.

2013 Marilyn Avenue, Winter Haven

$299,900

Updated 3 bedroom / 2 bathroom home located at 2018 Marilyn Ave, Winter Haven, FL 33881. This 1968-built home has been personally improved and maintained, with many major updates already completed. The property features a 50-year metal roof installed in 2017, Trane XL20i high-SEER 2-stage A/C system with humidity control, 3.5-ton air handler, digital thermostat, tankless water heater, and under-sink reverse osmosis drinking water system. The plumbing under the home has been redone with a resin-coated pipe system and includes a lifetime warranty. A 200-foot well is also located on the property and is not currently connected. Inside, the home features hardwood flooring in multiple areas, floating hardwood floors in the living room and hallway, tile in the kitchen/dining area, and generous closet space throughout. The kitchen includes wood cabinets, stainless appliances, breakfast bar seating, reverse osmosis drinking water, convection microwave/oven, and good cabinet space. All appliances stay with the home, along with the living room TV and sound bar. The guest bathroom has been upgraded with travertine tile, glass shower doors, black fixtures, recessed lighting, and a clean updated look. Both bathrooms include Govee lighting, and additional Govee lighting is available for the front exterior of the home. Outside, the property includes a fenced backyard, patio area, garage, laundry area, and travertine firepit setup. The firepit can be used as a traditional firepit or converted to gas, with a sleeve already run for future gas use. The yard provides space for outdoor seating, landscaping, gardening, and other outdoor improvements. Conveniently located near Downtown Winter Haven, Polk State College, shopping, dining, lakes, parks, medical offices, and major Winter Haven attractions. This property is a strong option for anyone seeking an updated home with major systems already improved and room to personalize the finishing touches.

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Leisure Shores SubDv. ⋅ 33881 Zip Code

Updated 3 bedroom / 2 bathroom home located at 2018 Marilyn Ave, Winter Haven, FL 33881. This 1968-built home has been personally improved and maintained, with many major updates already completed. The property features a 50-year metal roof installed in 2017, Trane XL20i high-SEER 2-stage A/C system with humidity control, 3.5-ton air handler, digital thermostat, tankless water heater, and under-sink reverse osmosis drinking water system. The plumbing under the home has been redone with a resin-coated pipe system and includes a lifetime warranty. A 200-foot well is also located on the property and is not currently connected. Inside, the home features hardwood flooring in multiple areas, floating hardwood floors in the living room and hallway, tile in the kitchen/dining area, and generous closet space throughout. The kitchen includes wood cabinets, stainless appliances, breakfast bar seating, reverse osmosis drinking water, convection microwave/oven, and good cabinet space. All appliances stay with the home, along with the living room TV and sound bar. The guest bathroom has been upgraded with travertine tile, glass shower doors, black fixtures, recessed lighting, and a clean updated look. Both bathrooms include Govee lighting, and additional Govee lighting is available for the front exterior of the home. Outside, the property includes a fenced backyard, patio area, garage, laundry area, and travertine firepit setup. The firepit can be used as a traditional firepit or converted to gas, with a sleeve already run for future gas use. The yard provides space for outdoor seating, landscaping, gardening, and other outdoor improvements. Conveniently located near Downtown Winter Haven, Polk State College, shopping, dining, lakes, parks, medical offices, and major Winter Haven attractions. This property is a strong option for anyone seeking an updated home with major systems already improved and room to personalize the finishing touches.

2018 Marilyn Avenue, Winter Haven

$260,000

NO HOA and NO CDD! Sitting on a spacious .21-acre corner lot, this 3 bedroom, 2-bath home w/ office/den is ready for its new owners. With just a little TLC, you can make it truly shine. The home features a mudroom with a laundry closet, and the sale includes a professional deep clean paid for by the sellers, so you can move in with ease. Previous owners have paved the way for you to own a pool home under $300K, with the major expenses already taken care of: new AC in 2018, a roof replacement in 2015, a re-pipe, along with an updated kitchen and bathrooms. Step outside to a large screened patio, perfect for entertaining family and friends in your fenced backyard. Location is everything and with Downtown Winter Haven just a few miles away, you’ll enjoy the best of Central Florida living. Downtown is quickly becoming Polk County’s next food mecca, featuring the beloved fine-dining Italian restaurant Arabellas, a wine bar, an oyster bar, and an exciting new fine dining steakhouse, along with trendy eateries, craft breweries, boutique shops, and year-round community events—including a weekly farmers market.Schedule your showing today and come see the potential this home has to offer!

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Leisure Shores SubDv. ⋅ 33881 Zip Code

NO HOA and NO CDD! Sitting on a spacious .21-acre corner lot, this 3 bedroom, 2-bath home w/ office/den is ready for its new owners. With just a little TLC, you can make it truly shine. The home features a mudroom with a laundry closet, and the sale includes a professional deep clean paid for by the sellers, so you can move in with ease. Previous owners have paved the way for you to own a pool home under $300K, with the major expenses already taken care of: new AC in 2018, a roof replacement in 2015, a re-pipe, along with an updated kitchen and bathrooms. Step outside to a large screened patio, perfect for entertaining family and friends in your fenced backyard. Location is everything and with Downtown Winter Haven just a few miles away, you’ll enjoy the best of Central Florida living. Downtown is quickly becoming Polk County’s next food mecca, featuring the beloved fine-dining Italian restaurant Arabellas, a wine bar, an oyster bar, and an exciting new fine dining steakhouse, along with trendy eateries, craft breweries, boutique shops, and year-round community events—including a weekly farmers market.Schedule your showing today and come see the potential this home has to offer!

2023 Leisure Drive, Winter Haven