157 E NORTHSIDE DRIVE UNIT 1, LAKE WALES, FL, 33853
Active77 days on marketListed May 22, 2026MLS #L4961766
About this home
157 E NORTHSIDE DRIVE UNIT 1
Welcome home to this cozy 2-bedroom, 1-bath half-duplex located in the heart of Lake Wales. This inviting residence features easy-maintenance tile flooring throughout, offering both durability and a clean, modern feel. The functional layout provides comfortable living spaces, making it an ideal choice for anyone seeking simplicity and convenience. Enjoy the benefit of included lawn care, giving you more time to relax and less to worry about. The property is perfectly situated near local dining, shopping, and major roadways, providing quick access to everyday essentials and effortless commuting. With small dogs and cats welcome, this home offers flexibility for pet lovers.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1,248
Sqft
0.13 ac
Lot size
1963
Year built
One
Levels
$1
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Principal and interest plus estimated taxes and insurance. Run your own numbers below.
$167 /mo · 3.5% down FHA, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
FHA is the default here because it gets you in the door with just 3.5% down. Switch to Conventional or VA below.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
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Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$167/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Estimates only — taxes at 1.1%/yr and typical insurance; your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
Value check
Is the price right?
The internet’s favorite home-value number comes from a single automated model that has never seen the street, the finishes, or the view — which is why it routinely misses by tens of thousands of dollars. The edgeAI estimate combines multiple independent data sources with our team’s on-the-ground expertise in this exact market.
$/sqft vs Lake Wales actives
$1 vs $172
Days on market
77 vs 54 typical
Where $1/sqft sits among the 363 Lake Wales actives
The edgeAI estimate is a starting point, not an appraisal or a broker price opinion. It is generated from public records, listing data and market modeling, and is subject to change once a licensed real estate professional personally inspects the property. Condition, floor, view and lot are not fully captured by any model — ask us for a full comparative market analysis.
Where it sits
Inside Lake Wales
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Get to know Lake Wales. See the full Lake Wales guide →
LAKE WALES 33853 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
12,385
Median age
37.3
Median income
$40,938
Median home value
$198,100
Avg household
2.57
Households w/ children
1,565
For the school run
Polk County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Lake Wales market
$275K → $271K
Lake Wales median sold, yr/yr
96.3%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
170 of 363
Lake Wales actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Lake Wales, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 100% below the LAKE WALES 33853 median. See the full Lake Wales market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 157 E NORTHSIDE DRIVE UNIT 1
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Apr ’26$240,000
125 NORTHSIDE DRIVE · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,322 sqft · $182/sqft · 15 DOM
Sold · Apr ’26$240,000
134 W NORTHSIDE DRIVE · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,330 sqft · $180/sqft · 260 DOM
Sold · Apr ’26$238,000
126 W NORTHSIDE DRIVE W · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,403 sqft · $170/sqft · 167 DOM
Closed-sale data from the MLS, last 12 months, selected for similarity in size and location. No two homes are identical — ask us for a full comparative analysis.
Your home team
The pros in your corner
Buying a home is two conversations — the home and the money. Here’s who handles each, side by side, already working together.
Your agent
Angela Rodriguez
REALTOR® · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 157 E NORTHSIDE DRIVE UNIT 1 — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 157 E NORTHSIDE DRIVE UNIT 1 — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
157 E NORTHSIDE DRIVE UNIT 1 FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 157 E NORTHSIDE DRIVE UNIT 1?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $167/mo — principal and interest, estimated property taxes and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
Are pets allowed at 157 E NORTHSIDE DRIVE UNIT 1?+
The listing reports pets: Cats OK, Dogs OK. Communities often layer on breed or weight rules — we'll verify the specifics with the association before you commit.
How does the price compare to other homes in Lake Wales?+
At $975, this home is listed about 100% below the Lake Wales median of $250,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 157 E NORTHSIDE DRIVE UNIT 1?+
Bartow Senior High School (high) — Polk County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
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Listing courtesy of KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY · Kristin Kellin. MLS #L4961766.
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