611 E HIGHLAND DRIVE, LAKELAND, FL, 33813
Active36 days on marketListed Sep 19, 2026MLS #L4965151
About this home
611 E HIGHLAND DRIVE
Virtually Staged. This inviting 3 bed, 2 bath home blends comfort, flexibility, and incredible outdoor space. Step inside to a living room/dining combo perfect for everyday gathering, plus a separate family room that easily doubles as a home office for remote work or quiet focus. The kitchen features granite countertops, ample workspace, and a natural flow that makes cooking and entertaining a breeze. The primary bedroom includes its own shower, offering convenience and privacy. Outside is where this property truly shines. The huge, expansive lot provides room for everything—boat storage, RV parking, gardening, play, or future expansion. A massive 40' x 20' additional structure opens the door to endless possibilities: a workshop, home gym, hobby space, or even potential in-law suite conversion. Located in town near schools, shopping, and the Polk Parkway, the home offers quick access to daily essentials while still feeling peaceful and private, thanks to its tucked-away setting and generous land. A rare combination of space, flexibility, and convenience—this property is ready to fit your lifestyle
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,491
Sqft
0.36 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
1971
Year built
One
Levels
$245
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record — not generic estimates.
$3,045 /mo · 3.5% down FHA, 30-yr fixed at 7.5%
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:
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$3,045/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. Your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
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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.
vs edgeAI estimate
+15.5%
$/sqft vs NA
$245 vs $296
Days on market
36 vs 62 typical
Where $245/sqft sits among the 124 homes for sale in NA
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 Lakeland
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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LAKELAND 33813 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
38,112
Median age
39.9
Median income
$96,723
Median home value
$330,100
Avg household
2.72
Households w/ children
5,079
For the school run
Polk County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Lakeland market
$316K → $322K
Lakeland median sold, yr/yr
97.8%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
57 of 124
NA have cut their price
Median sold price, Lakeland, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 9% below the LAKELAND 33813 median. See the full Lakeland market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 611 E HIGHLAND DRIVE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Mar ’26$360,000
2164 CR 436E · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,508 sqft · $239/sqft · 127 DOM
Sold · Mar ’26$310,000
6025 EAGLE TRAIL · same community
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,512 sqft · $205/sqft · 30 DOM
Sold · Mar ’26$250,000
18330 BOOMING ROAD · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,458 sqft · $171/sqft · 2 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
John Carpenter
CFO/Broker · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 611 E HIGHLAND DRIVE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 611 E HIGHLAND DRIVE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
611 E HIGHLAND DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 611 E HIGHLAND DRIVE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 7.5%, the all-in payment lands around $3,045/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill 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.
What are the property taxes on 611 E HIGHLAND DRIVE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2026) was $2,617. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
How does the price compare to other homes in Lakeland?+
At $365,000, this home is listed about 10% above the Lakeland median of $332,490. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 611 E HIGHLAND DRIVE?+
Lakeland Highlands Middle School (middle), Highlands Grove Elementary School (elementary), George W. Jenkins Senior High (high) — Polk County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Three things that matter here
01Under the LAKELAND 33813 market on paper
$365,000 is 9% below the LAKELAND 33813 median of $400,000.
02Strong assigned schools
Lakeland Highlands Middle School, Highlands Grove Elementary School, George W. Jenkins Senior High — Highlands Grove Elementary School rates 4 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
03The price has already moved
Listed at $374,900, now $365,000 — a $10K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
Keep looking
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Listing courtesy of HOUSE OF GLASS REAL ESTATE PM · Ernie Napoles. MLS #L4965151.
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