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#O6243795, Erich Spivey, Listing office: ALABAMA LLC
$1,650,000 List price
244 E Park Ave Lake Wales, FL 33853
6 beds
10 baths
8,480 sqft
0.1 acres
$195 / sqft
Multi-Family
Property details
About 244 E Park Ave
Truly rare opportunity to own a piece of Lake Wales History and the painstaking task of historic preservation has already been done! Built in 1915, the J.T. Rhodes Building was one of the first two brick-and-mortar buildings in Lake Wales. The City owes its origin to the building, where the villagers gathered upstairs in what was then the Masonic Hall on the night of April 27, 1917 to sign a petition to the Legislature for the issuance of a city charter. The Legislature responded by incorporating the City, whose charter was signed into law by Governor Sidney J. Catts on May 28, 1917. This amazing piece of architecture is home to one of the few mixed-use buildings in downtown. Downstairs are 2 commercial suites, with long term tenants in place! Upstairs you will find 4 well-appointed and thoughtfully designed apartments! All of the apartments have in unit laundry, modern kitchens with all new appliances, original hardwood flooring, timeless baths, spacious rooms and high ceilings... all while maintaining the historic character & charm! The completion of this building is perfectly timed with the revitalization of downtown Lake Wales, the property is positioned at the heart of the city's walkable new streetscape - complete with brick paved streets, lush park-like settings and a growing calendar of community events! The City is in the process of designating downtown Lake Wales an Arts, Cultural & Entertainment (ACE) District which will provide an environment welcoming growth and promoting prosperity! The investment in this renovation and historic preservation is unmatched, with no detail overlooked. The goal was to preserve this piece of history for the next 100 years and every decision was made with that long term vision.... An invaluable gift to the person lucky enough to be the new owner, entrusted with the legacy of the J. T. Rhodes building!
Highlights
Home typeMulti Family
HeatingCentral
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size8,480 sqft
Lot size0.12 Acres
Year built1915
ParkingOn Street
MLS #K4903012
FireplaceDecorative, Gas, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
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Summary
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Flooring Type: Tile, Wood
- Interior: Ceiling Fans(s), Elevator, High Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Fireplace: Decorative, Gas, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
- Total Bedroom Count: 6
- Private Pool: No
- Parking: On Street
- View: City
- Exterior: Lighting, Other, Sidewalk
- Heating: Central
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $1,650,000
- Price/SqFt: $194
- HOA Amount: $0
- Annual Tax Amount: $7,626
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: From Hwy 27, turn east onto Central Ave, turn left onto Scenic Hwy, turn left onto Park Ave, second building on the left.
- Year Built: 1915
- Living Area: 8,480 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.12 Acres
- MLS Number: K4903012
- MLS Name: MFRMLS
- Office Name: LEGACY REAL ESTATE CENTER INC
- Office Phone: (863) 676-0200
- Listing Agent: Dolores Vogel
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 11, 2021 | Home Sold | $400,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $366,511 | $7,626 |
| 2022 | $346,713 | $7,026 |
| 2021 | $315,319 | $7,026 |
| 2020 | $318,649 | $6,813 |
| 2018 | $303,664 | $6,657 |
| 2017 | $297,728 | $6,657 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
Polk Avenue Elementary School
Public Charter PK-5
0.4 mi
•110 E Polk Ave
4
Spook Hill Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.6 mi
•321 Dr J A Wiltshire Ave E
3
Janie Howard Wilson School
Public Charter PK-5
1.1 mi
•306 Florida Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $19,107. Most Lake Wales, FL residents have annual incomes less than $<35k. The majority of families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
75%
<35k
20%
35k-100k
3%
100k-200k
2%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
55%
Single, No Kids
24%
Single, with Kids
14%
Married, No Kids
7%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
18%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
21%
18-34 yrs old
37%
35-64 yrs old
15%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Figure Skating
Pro Wrestling
Extreme Sports
Where do the neighbors shop?
Kmart
Wal-Mart
Family Dollar
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Bob Evans
Sonic
Dominos Pizza
What do the neighbors drive?
Buick
Oldsmobile
Ford
What do the neighbors listen to?
Oldies- Contemporary Inspirational
New Country
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Frequently asked questions
About 244 E Park Ave
The listing price of 244 E Park Ave property is $1,650,000.
The property 244 E Park Ave is a multi located in Lake Wales, Florida, 33853.
Active Listing: 244 E Park Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 244 E Park Ave are: Polk Avenue Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Spook Hill Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Janie Howard Wilson School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Edward W Bok Academy North (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), McLaughlin Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Bok Academy (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Roosevelt Academy (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Lake Wales Senior High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Don E Woods Opportunity Center (GreatSchools Rating 1/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $7,626 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on August 11, 2021 for $400,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property 244 E Park Ave is 8,480 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 244 E Park Ave is 1915.
This home is located at 244 E Park Ave in Lake Wales, FL and zip code 33853. This 8,480 square foot home, which was built in 1915, sits on a 0.12 acre lot. Features: 6 bedrooms, 10 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 18, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,650,000.
Over 4 listings were sold over their listed price in June 2025 in Lake Wales, FL. In the same period over 19 listings were sold below the listed price and 19 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of homes for sale in Lake Wales, FL decreased by 1.7% between May and June 2025. In June 2025, listings were on the market for 64 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $285,000.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.