528 S 8th Street, Lake Wales, FL 33853
Welcome to this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath historic home in the heart of Lake Wales, blending vintage mediterranean revival allure with
functional modern updates. Built during the 1920s Florida land boom era, the home reflects the Spanish Mission and Mediterranean Revival
architectural influences of the period, showcasing a textured white stucco exterior featuring a FULLY FENCED yard, timeless character, valuable updates, and exceptional DETACHED GARAGE plus WORKSHOP space. Inside, the home showcases original hardwood floors, a decorative fireplace with detailed tile surround, arched French doors, glass display built-ins, and a bright kitchen with crisp white cabinetry. Both bedrooms feature walk-in closets, providing excellent storage, while the primary bedroom offers the added comfort of a NEWER MINI SPLIT system, approximately 2 years old, providing dedicated cooling specifically for the primary bedroom in addition to the home’s 2014 central AC. A tankless water heater approximately 2 years old, electrical updated approximately 12 years ago, plumbing updated approximately 10–12 years ago, and a roof approximately 13 years old with no known leaks or damage. The home also offers TWO PATIOS and awnings, creating multiple spaces to enjoy the outdoors. A standout feature is the detached 2-car garage with an approximately 10-foot ceiling and dedicated workshop, featuring its own electrical panel, metal roof, and a convenient exterior sink, plus an additional half bath. This versatile space provides exceptional room for vehicles, storage, hobbies, projects, or workshop use. The property also features natural gas service. Conveniently located near downtown Lake Wales, local shopping, dining, schools, parks, and everyday amenities, this property combines historic charm, functional updates, and hard-to-find garage and workshop space in a central Lake Wales location.
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528 S 8th Street property details
Interior
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Appliances
- Included: Range, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
Heating
- Heating: Central, Electric
Cooling
- Cooling: Central Air
Features
- Interior Features: Built-in Features, Open Floorplan, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Window Features: Window Coverings, Blinds, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace Features: Decorative, Living Room
Interior Area
- Total Living Area: 1064
- Unit: Square Feet
- Source: Public Records
Video & Virtual Tour
- Virtual Tour: View tour
Rooms & Dimensions
Living Room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Master Bedroom
- Level: First
Property
Features
- Exterior Features: Awning(s), Storage
- Patio & Porch: Enclosed, Front Porch, Patio, Screened
- Has Private Pool: No
- Has Spa: No
- Fencing: Fenced
- Horses: No
View
- Has View: Yes
- View: Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 8,947 sq ft
- Acres: 0.21
- Dimensions: 67.3x125
- Features: Landscaped, Level
Accessibility
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Workshop in Garage
- Carport: No
- Open Parking: No
Waterfront
- Has Waterfront: No
Basement
- Basement: No
Mobile Home
- Mobile Home Remains: No
Construction
Type & Style
- Home Type: Residential
- Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Construction Materials: Block, Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Builder / Condition
- Year Built: 1924
- New Construction: No
Building
- Building Area Total: 1220
- Building Area Units: Square Feet
- Building Area Source: Public Records
- Building Exposure: East
Utilities & Green Energy
Utilities
- Electric on Property: No
- Water: Public
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
- Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Paved
Green Energy
- Energy Efficient: No
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Conner Sub
- Zip/Postal Code: 33853
- City/Town: Lake Wales
- City/Region: LAKE WALES-Polk
- County/Parish: Polk
- State/Province: FL
- Country Region: US-FL
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Senior Community: No
Pets
- Pets Allowed: Yes
Location
- Range: 27
- Section: 12
- Township: 30
- Longitude: -81.575317
- Latitude: 27.892914
- Directions: From 27 S, go onto 60 E, turn right onto S 8th Street, house will be on the right.
Land Lease
- Land Lease: No
School
Elementary
- School: Spook Hill Elem
Middle or Junior
- School: Mclaughlin Academy Of Excellence
Highschool
- School: Bartow High
Tax, Financial & Listing Details
Listing Details
- List Price: $215,000
- Price Per Square Foot: $202.07
- Date on Market:
- Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Furnished: Unfurnished
- Home Warranty: No
- Rent Control: No
- Status: Active
MLS Details
- MLS: StellarMLS
- Listing ID: L4965018
Tax Details
- Annual Tax Amount: $367.43
- Tax Year: 2025
- Tax Legal Description: CONNER SUBDIVISION PB 22 PG 22 LOT 2
- Tax Book Number: 22-22
- Tax Lot: 2
- Universal Property ID: US-12105-N-273012922500000020-R-N
Price history for 528 S 8th Street
| Date | Event | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| listed (Active) | $215,000 | StellarMLS #L4965018 |
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