2 Beds
2 Baths
1,120 SqFt
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,120 SqFt
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active Under Contract
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 1,120 sqft
Price per Sqft $357
Subdivision Lake Elbert Heights Unit 01 02 Rep
MLS Listing ID S5151595
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 2
Construction Status Fixer
HOA Y/N No
Year Built 1957
Annual Tax Amount $1,027
Lot Size 0.290 Acres
Acres 0.29
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Source Stellar MLS
Property Description
In 1989, the home was remodeled by Leedy himself. The redesign improved functionality by extending the primary bedroom and primary bathroom walls, adding depth while creating additional storage and a more versatile living space.
Other interior highlights include rich tongue-and-groove wood ceilings, a floating gas fireplace, built-in shelving, and wide unobstructed views of the peaceful landscape. The kitchen and both bathrooms have been gutted, providing a blank canvas for a personalized restoration, allowing you to blend historic character with modern convenience. The dining area overlooks the courtyard, creating a stronger connection to the outdoors. The guest bedroom can also serve as an office, with a sliding glass wall that opens to the backyard.
Other features include interior and exterior post-and-beam construction, an enclosed garage, original wrought-iron front gate, outdoor shower, tankless water heater, ample storage, track lighting throughout, central air conditioning, lush gardens, a relaxing courtyard for enjoying Florida's cooler days and evenings, and an eight-foot perimeter wall with ambient downlighting throughout.
Gene Leedy chose to bring his modernist vision to Winter Haven, a city uniquely shaped by his work. Winter Haven is situated between Orlando and Tampa and surrounded by lakes and year-round pleasant weather. The Lake Elbert Trail is just two blocks away, and downtown is an easy bike ride or enjoyable walk. Polk State College and other everyday conveniences are only minutes from Drexel Avenue.
One or more photos have been virtually staged. UPDATE ON PRICE!!!! The home's remodel (after interior cosmetic demolition) has recently begun, with the goal of preserving the home's key historic mid-century elements. Key areas of improvement are: New electric wiring throughout the home; all new PEX plumbing to replace original galvanized plumbing; non-tempered sliding glass door glass is being replaced with modern tempered safety glass and new sliding glass door track glides--so the walls of glass slide easily. The original frames from the sliding glass doors will be preserved, thus maintaining the home's historic integrity. A price adjustment has been made accordingly for these items.
Location
State FL
County Polk
Community Lake Elbert Heights Unit 01 02 Rep
Area 33881 - Winter Haven / Florence Villa
Zoning R-1
Interior
Heating Central
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Concrete
Fireplaces Type Gas
Furnishings Unfurnished
Fireplace true
Appliance Tankless Water Heater
Laundry Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Exterior
Exterior Feature Courtyard, Outdoor Shower, Sliding Doors
Parking Features Driveway, Garage Door Opener
Garage Spaces 1.0
Fence Masonry
Utilities Available Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Water Connected
Water Access No
Roof Type Membrane
Porch Patio
Attached Garage false
Exposure South
Garage true
Private Pool No
Building
Lot Description In County, Landscaped, Level, Paved
Entry Level One
Foundation Slab
Lot Size Range 1/4 to less than 1/2
Sewer Septic Tank
Water Public
Architectural Style Mid-Century Modern
Structure Type Frame,Wood Siding
New Construction false
Construction Status Fixer
Others
Pets Allowed Yes
Senior Community No
Ownership Fee Simple
Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional
Listing Terms Cash, Conventional
Special Listing Condition None
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