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#L4950888, Jim Hampton, Listing Office: S & D REAL ESTATE SERVICE LLC
$399,900 List price
6838 Shimmering Dr Lakeland, FL 33813
$4,749
Closing credit¹
4 beds
2 full
1,970 sqft
0.1 acres
$203 / sqft
House
Property details
About 6838 Shimmering Dr
Lovely Lakefront Living in Gated Twin Lakes at Christina! This is a 4-bedroom, 2-bath home with 1,970 ht sq ft of living area is beautifully updated and has been very well maintained. It will be the perfect blend of comfort and outdoor living with great entertainment value. A great triple split plan for privacy and the owners use the 4th bedroom as an office and has potential as a great flex space. Luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout the main living space and freshly painted interiors that give a bright and welcoming feel plus there is lots of natural light. The kitchen is both stylish and functional, featuring newer stainless steel appliances (2020) and will be the gathering place of your home. For your convenience, the home includes an inside laundry room. A newer roof (installed in April 2022), will give you peace of mind for years to come. A commercial grade, 50 gallon hot water heater was installed. (March 2022), a new Genie garage door motor was installed by Precision in March 2023. A new irrigation system was added in 2023. You will enjoy the community clubhouse, sparkling pool, and maintenance-free living with lawn care and spraying included. If you love the outdoors, you’ll appreciate having access to fishing, nature watching, and peaceful lake views—right in your own backyard. Don’t miss this opportunity—schedule your showing today!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Electric
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,970 sqft
Lot size0.15 Acres
Year built2004
ParkingDriveway, Garage Door Opener
MLS #L4950681
Attached garage2 spaces
WaterfrontLake Front
ViewWater
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Summary
- MLS Number: L4950681
- MLS Name: MFRMLS
- Office Name: EXP REALTY LLC
- Office Phone: (888) 883-8509
- Listing Agent: Brian Stephens
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 09, 2020 | Home Sold | $272,000 |
| Nov 18, 2019 | Home Sold | $243,000 |
| Aug 09, 2016 | Home Sold | $210,000 |
| May 24, 2004 | Home Sold | $139,300 |
| Dec 03, 2003 | Home Sold | $23,900 |
| Apr 22, 2003 | Home Sold | $37,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $163,886 | $2,092 |
| 2022 | $159,113 | $2,079 |
| 2021 | $154,479 | $2,079 |
| 2020 | $215,964 | $2,790 |
| 2018 | $196,356 | $2,742 |
| 2017 | $192,317 | $2,674 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
6
Scott Lake Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.8 mi
•1140 E County Road 540A
4
Medulla Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.8 mi
•850 Schoolhouse Rd
7
James W. Sikes Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.8 mi
•2727 Shepherd Rd
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 $83,647. The most common annual income of people living in Lakeland, FL is between $35k-100k. Typical family type is married, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
18%
<35k
45%
35k-100k
22%
100k-200k
15%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
30%
Single, No Kids
6%
Single, with Kids
43%
Married, No Kids
21%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
9%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
14%
18-34 yrs old
48%
35-64 yrs old
20%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
PGA/LPGA
NASCAR
Soccer
Where do the neighbors shop?
Stein Mart
Dick's Sporting Goods
Dollar General
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Bob Evans
Arbys
Cracker Barrel
What do the neighbors drive?
Lincoln
GMC
Ram
What do the neighbors listen to?
News/Talk/Information
Adult Hits
Classic Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
Living in Lakeland, FL
About 6838 Shimmering Dr
This home is located at 6838 Shimmering Dr in Lakeland, FL and zip code 33813. This 1,970 square foot home, which was built in 2004, sits on a 0.15 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 15, 2025 and is currently priced at $399,900.
In January 2025 more than 20 listings in Lakeland, FL were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 34 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 88 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Lakeland, FL increased by 4.7% between December and January 2025. In January 2025 median list price was $320,482 and the average listing age was 70 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.