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Welcome to 12640 US Highway 98 North in beautiful North Lakeland, Florida. This private retreat sits on just over five acres and offers the perfect blend of space, comfort, and modern updates in a peaceful country setting. Custom-built and thoughtfully designed, the home features a BRAND-NEW ROOF, a heated saltwater pool, four bedrooms, three bathrooms, and more than 3,700 square feet of living space. With both functionality and flow in mind, it includes a spacious office plus formal and informal living and dining areas, ideal for everyday comfort or elegant entertaining. At the heart of the home is a remodeled kitchen (2024) boasting new stone countertops, a touchless faucet, Samsung flex-zone refrigerator, stovetop, dishwasher, microwave/toaster oven combo, and built-in kegerator, making it a true chef's dream. Upstairs, a large fourth bedroom doubles perfectly as a bonus room, while the primary suite offers added flex space for an office, gym, or cozy sitting area. Pocket sliding doors lead to the screened paver patio with pool, spa, outdoor kitchen, and fenced dog run"”an inviting outdoor oasis surrounded by lush landscaping for privacy and relaxation. Additional highlights include four AC units, a GE washer and dryer, ample closets and storage spaces, and an oversized garage with room for an ATV, golf cart, or extra toys. The extended driveway provides plenty of guest parking, and best of all"”no HOA. Nestled between Lakeland and Zephyrhills, this rare property combines privacy, modern upgrades, flexible living spaces, and Florida living at its finest.
| DAYS ON MARKET | 158 | LAST UPDATED | 1/16/2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| TRACT | LAKELAND ACRES | YEAR BUILT | 2004 |
| COMMUNITY | 33809 - Lakeland / Polk City | GARAGE SPACES | 2.0 |
| COUNTY | Polk | STATUS | Active |
| PROPERTY TYPE(S) | Single Family |
| Elementary School | Socrum Elem |
|---|---|
| Jr. High School | Kathleen Middle |
| High School | Lake Gibson High |
| PRICE HISTORY | |
| Prior to Oct 21, '25 | $875,000 |
|---|---|
| Oct 21, '25 - Jan 5, '26 | $849,900 |
| Jan 5, '26 - Jan 16, '26 | $844,900 |
| Jan 16, '26 - Today | $834,900 |
| ADDITIONAL DETAILS | |
| AIR | Central Air |
|---|---|
| AIR CONDITIONING | Yes |
| APPLIANCES | Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener |
| AREA | 33809 - Lakeland / Polk City |
| CONSTRUCTION | Block |
| EXTERIOR | Lighting, Outdoor Kitchen, Rain Gutters, Storage |
| FIREPLACE | Yes |
| GARAGE | Yes |
| HEAT | Central |
| INTERIOR | Coffered Ceiling(s), Crown Molding, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Stone Counters, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s) |
| LOT | 5.01 acre(s) |
| LOT DESCRIPTION | Wooded |
| PARKING | Attached |
| POOL | Yes |
| POOL DESCRIPTION | Heated, In Ground, Salt Water, Private |
| SEWER | Septic Tank |
| STORIES | 2 |
| SUBDIVISION | LAKELAND ACRES |
| TAXES | 6867.78 |
| VIEW | Yes |
| VIEW DESCRIPTION | Trees/Woods |
| WATER | Private, Well |
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