$159,900

425 S 12th St Lake Wales, FL 33853

$1,899
Closing credit¹
2 beds
2 full
1,320 sqft
0.3 acres
$121 / sqft
House

Property details

About 425 S 12th St

Don’t miss this partially updated home in the desirable Druid Hills neighborhood of Lake Wales! This charming 1-story residence features a remodeled kitchen with stunning countertops, stylish vinyl laminate flooring throughout, and a freshly painted interior. The main bathroom has been completely remodeled, offering modern comfort and style. Situated on a spacious corner lot, this home also includes two storage sheds, providing plenty of extra space. This home is ready to be converted into your ideal living space. This property is a fantastic addition to your rental portfolio, offering great investment potential! Act fast—before the home is sold! Schedule your showing today before it's gone. Sold As-Is.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral
StatusSale Pending
(Pending)
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,320 sqft
Lot size0.34 Acres
Year built1951
MLS #S5121802

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator
  • Flooring Type: Laminate
  • Interior: Other
  • Total Bedroom Count: 2
  • Private Pool: No
  • Exterior: Other
  • Heating: Central
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $159,900
  • Price/SqFt: $121
  • Annual Tax Amount: $3,556
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Directions: ROUTE 60 east or west to 12th Street north to the home.
  • Year Built: 1951
  • Living Area: 1,320 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.34 Acres
  • MLS Number: S5121802
  • MLS Name: MFRMLS
  • Office Name: REALTYCITY INC
  • Office Phone: (863) 438-6605
  • Listing Agent: Jesse Carriedo

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Oct 06, 2023
Home Sold
$150,000
Apr 15, 2008
Home Sold
$70,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$191,348$3,556
2022$154,174$3,044
2021$43,052$3,044
2020$42,458$483
2018$40,729$453
2017$39,891$453

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

6

Hillcrest Elementary School

Public Charter PK-5

0.3 mi

1051 State Road 60 E

3

Polk Avenue Elementary School

Public Charter PK-5

1.6 mi

110 E Polk Ave

4

Spook Hill Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.7 mi

321 Dr J A Wiltshire Ave E

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $38,224. Typical income of Lake Wales, FL residents is between $35k-100k annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.

How much money do the neighbors make?

46%
<35k
48%
35k-100k
5%
100k-200k
1%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

43%
Single, No Kids
11%
Single, with Kids
29%
Married, No Kids
17%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

15%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
15%
18-34 yrs old
39%
35-64 yrs old
22%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating
  • Extreme SportsExtreme Sports
  • NASCARNASCAR

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • KmartKmart
  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • Academy Sports & OutdoorsAcademy Sports & Outdoors

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Bob EvansBob Evans
  • Little CaesarsLittle Caesars
  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BuickBuick
  • ChevroletChevrolet
  • RamRam

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • OldiesOldies
  • Adult StandardsAdult Standards
  • CountryCountry
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 425 S 12th St

The listing price of 425 S 12th St property is $159,900.

The property 425 S 12th St is a house located in Lake Wales, Florida, 33853.

Sale Pending: 425 S 12th St is Sale Pending (Pending), which means that the seller has accepted an offer but the sale is not finalized.

The nearby schools for 425 S 12th St are: Hillcrest Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Polk Avenue Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Spook Hill Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Edward W Bok Academy North (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), McLaughlin Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Bok Academy (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Lake Wales Senior High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Roosevelt Academy (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Frostproof Middle/Senior High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $3,556 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on October 6, 2023 for $150,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 425 S 12th St has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The property 425 S 12th St is 1,320 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 425 S 12th St is 1951.

This home is located at 425 S 12th St in Lake Wales, FL and zip code 33853. This 1,320 square foot home, which was built in 1951, sits on a 0.34 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 3, 2025 and is currently priced at $159,900.

Over 8 listings were sold over their listed price in April 2025 in Lake Wales, FL. In the same period over 33 listings were sold below the listed price and 16 listings were sold for the listed price. Between March and April 2025, Lake Wales, FL real estate market has seen decrease in the number of listings by 0.3%. While the average time on the market in April 2025 was 83 days, the median list price was $284,645.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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