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803 College Avenue

LAKELAND, FL 33801
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Bed 3

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Bath 2

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SqFt1,712

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Acres0.23

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Historic South Lake Morton show place! Beautiful 1923 Mediterranean Revival home in Lakeland's coveted Historic South Lake Morton District, ideally situated between Lake Morton and Lake Hollingsworth. Perfectly positioned in Lakeland’s most enchanting historic neighborhoods, 803 College Avenue unlocks a lifestyle of unparalleled charm and walkability along with tranquility. Located just a short stroll away from the iconic Florida Southern College campus, Frank Lloyd Wright visitors center and the very popular Peach House restaurant. Leaving your car at home is effortless here; you are minutes from the vibrant energy of Downtown Lakeland, where you can spend Saturday mornings exploring the bustling Farmers Market, local cafes, and thriving community livelihood. This pristine turn key p roperty includes 3 spacious bedrooms, 2-full baths, a den/office and a convenient interior mudroom/laundry room. The home provides 1,712 square feet of interior living space, along with an additional 371 square feet of covered outdoor living space. This includes an inviting front porch, a romantic side garden veranda, and a spacious rear covered deck that opens to the newly fenced, charming backyard. Original features include 10ft coffered ceilings, hardwood floors with distinctive herringbone borders, restored original windows, original doors and hardware, picture rail molding, (newly restored) Venetian plaster walls, and a (converted) working gas fireplace. The thoughtfully renovated 2023 kitchen and mudroom/laundry room blends historic charm with modern finishes and convenience, featuring generous quartz countertops, brass fixtures, a custom commercial grade exhaust hood, premium appliances, gas cooktop, convection oven, and reverse-osmosis water filtration system. Both spacious bathrooms have been tastefully updated while remaining true to the home's original character and charm. Situated on a beautifully landscaped large corner lot, the property features winding brick pathways, a terracotta fountain, full irrigation system, a detached garage with workshop space, and a carport. Additional updated features include the electrical system, much of the plumbing and fixtures, full property irrigation system, recent HVAC updates including UV Light System, tankless hot water heater, and a 30 year Modified Bitumen roof installed in 2014 and recoated in 2026. Garage was recoated in 2026 as well. This well built home with Continuous Wall construction provides energy efficiency and the stucco over block structure, provides peace of mind. Presented by seller.

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Property Type : Residential

Price : $499,000

AD Id : 91018704

MLS Id : MFRO6439435

Beds : 3

Lot Size : 0.23 Acre

Living Area Size : 1,712

Tax Amount : 5864.08

Year Built : 1923

Garage : 1

County : Polk

Subdivision: Johnsons T H Sub

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total Bedroom: 3

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 2 Full Baths: 2

    Interior Features

    Ceiling Fans(s), Coffered Ceiling(s), Crown Molding, High Ceilings, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Surface Counters, Thermostat, Window Treatments Roof: Other Appliances: Convection Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Kitchen Reverse Osmosis System, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer, Water Filtration System Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Closet, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup

    Roofing Information

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  • Flooring Information

    Flooring: Tile Construction Materials: Block, Stucco
  • Heating & Cooling

    Heating: Central Cooling: Central Air WaterSource: Public

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1923
  • Exterior Features

    Sidewalk Construction Materials: Block, Stucco Foundation Details: Crawlspace

  • Lot Information

    Lot Square Feet: 10018 Lot Acres: 0.23 Lot Size (SqMt): 931

    Property Information

    Property Type: Residential Sub Type: Single Family Residence

  • Listing Price Information

    Original List Price:$499000

  • Tax Information

    Tax Block: A Tax Book Number: 4-55 Tax Lot: 11 Tax Legal Description: JOHNSONS T H SUB PB 4 PG 55 BLK A LOTS 11 N1/2 & 12 Annual Tax: $5864.08 Tax Year: 2025 Parcel Number: 24-28-19-236500-001111

  • Garage Information

    Has Garage: Yes Garage Space: 1

  • School Information

    Elementary School: Philip O’Brien Elementary Junior High School: Crystal Lake Middle/Jun Senior High School: Lakeland Senior High
  • Utility Information

    Public, Sewer Connected, Water Connected Sewer: Public Sewer Water Source: Public
  • Location Information

    Subdivision: JOHNSONS T H SUB City: LAKELAND Direction: Drive east on East Lemon St. Right to South Iowa Ave. Left to Lake Morton Drive. Left to East Palmetto St. Right to College Ave. Right to Ballard St. Property is on the left.
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MLS: MFRMLS #O6439435 LISTED BY: Steven Koleno, BEYCOME OF FLORIDA LLC 804-656-5007 SOURCE: MFRMLS (My Florida Regional MLS DBA Stellar MLS) (Listings courtesy of MFRMLS (My Florida Regional MLS DBA Stellar MLS) as distributed by MLS GRID)

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