230 Townsend Ave, Lake Wales, FL 33853
FOR SALE

230 Townsend Ave
Lake Wales, FL 33853

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 1,030 sqft
  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 1,030 sqft

$264,800

Original price: $265,000
Est. Mortgage $1,633/mo*

Local Information

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Description

OFFERING $5,000 CREDIT TO BUYER. Welcome to 230 Townsend Avenue!! As you drive up to this detached single-family home, the first thing you notice is the beautifully maintained fenced-in corner lot. The solid construction red brick exterior adds charm and curb appeal, and invites you in. Enter into an cozy living room / dining room combination that opens to the kitchen. To the left, the master bedroom with walk-in closet, a full bathroom, and guest bedroom with spacious closet. On the other side of the house, you will find a large family room / bonus room. On your way to the attached 2-car garage, you will find a large storage closet and half bathroom. On the rear of the property is a separate unit with a bedroom, bathroom and kitchenette. Great for in-law suite, guest house, or rental property. Beautiful fruit trees in the yard, which is equipped with well irrigation system. You will also find a storage shed and covered carport with additional parking space on the side driveway.

Home Highlights

Parking
2 Car Garage
Outdoor
Porch, Patio
View
No Info
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$257
Listed
102 days ago

Home Details for 230 Townsend Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 6
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1030 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Fiber Optics, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected, Solar, Sprinkler Well, Street Lights, Water Available, Water ConnectedAppliances: Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Range, RefrigeratorDishwasherLaundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, In Garage, Washer HookupMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: ElectricHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air, Wall/Window Unit(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Electric
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: Photovoltaics Seller OwnedHas Electric on Property
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Blinds, Impact Glass/Storm Windows, Insulated Windows, Window TreatmentsFlooring: LaminateCommon Walls: Corner Unit
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Number of Stories: 1Levels: OneFloors: Laminate
View
No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: Covered, Enclosed, Front Porch, Patio, PorchFencing: Chain Link, FencedOther Structures: Guest House, Shed(s), StorageExterior: Garden, Irrigation System, Lighting, Private Mailbox, Rain Gutters, Sprinkler Metered, StorageFoundation: Concrete Perimeter, SlabGardenNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Carport Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 4Other Parking: Garage Dimensions: 21x18Has a CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 4Parking: Garage Attached, Carport
Frontage
Road Surface Type: AsphaltNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Days on Market: 102

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1955
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Block, Brick, ConcreteNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 273002909520002160

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $264,800Price Per Sqft: $257

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Location

Direction & Address
City: Lake WalesCommunity: Fair Oaks Sub

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: S5097766

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1512 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: OsceolaNo HOAHOA Fee: No HOA Fee

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8398 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, USDA Loan, VA Loan

Compensation

Buyer Agency Commission: 1Buyer Agency Commission Type: %Transaction Broker Commission: 1%Transaction Broker Commission Type: %
Notes
The listing broker’s offer of compensation is made only to participants of the MLS where the listing is filed

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Rental

Lease Term: No Minimum

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: S5097766Attic: Ceiling Fans(s), Eating Space In Kitchen, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Thermostat, Window Treatments
Last check for updates: about 8 hours ago
Listing Provided by: Mareli Viersen, (787) 667-3377
KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY AT THE LAKES, (407) 566-1800
Originating MLS: Osceola
Source: Stellar MLS / MFRMLS, MLS#S5097766
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The listing broker’s offer of compensation is made only to participants of the MLS where the listing is filed.
Listing Information presented by local MLS brokerage: Zillow, Inc - (407) 904-3511

Price History for 230 Townsend Ave

DatePriceEventSource
04/02/2024$264,800PriceChange
Stellar MLS / MFRMLS #S5097766
02/20/2024$265,000PriceChange
Stellar MLS / MFRMLS #S5097766
02/14/2024$270,000PendingStellar MLS / MFRMLS #S5097766
01/30/2024$270,000PendingToActiveStellar MLS / MFRMLS #S5097766
01/23/2024$270,000PendingStellar MLS / MFRMLS #S5097766
01/16/2024$270,000Listed For SaleStellar MLS / MFRMLS #S5097766
09/09/2020$135,000Sold
Stellar MLS / MFRMLS #K4900869
05/29/2020$129,500PendingAgent Provided
05/15/2020$129,500Listed For SaleAgent Provided
07/03/2017$84,000Sold
N/A
05/05/2017$84,500Listed For SaleAgent Provided

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Property Taxes and Assessment

Year2022
Tax$1,036
Assessment$130,799
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Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
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Sqft
0.10
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1
726
0.42
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$227,900
06/28/23
3
2
1,360
0.29
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$270,000
03/01/24
3
2
1,514
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$305,277
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Mareli Viersen, KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY AT THE LAKES
230 Townsend Ave, Lake Wales, FL 33853 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,030 sqft single-family home built in 1955. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Stellar MLS / MFRMLS on Jan 16, 2024. The MLS # for this home is MLS# S5097766.