GOLDEN BOUGH ROAD, LAKE WALES, FL, 33898
Active7 days on marketListed Oct 12, 2026MLS #L4965730
About this home
GOLDEN BOUGH ROAD
Located on Golden Bough Road in Lake Wales, FL, this secluded 5-acre homesite offers the perfect blend of privacy and convenience. The property requires a well and septic system, providing the opportunity to create your ideal rural retreat. Enjoy plenty of space and peaceful surroundings while still being conveniently close to restaurants, shopping, schools, and everyday amenities.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
5.18 ac
Lot size
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.
$1,184 /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:
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$1,184/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.
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 33898 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
18,426
Median age
46.9
Median income
$54,778
Median home value
$161,500
Avg household
2.51
Households w/ children
1,790
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 → $249K
Lake Wales median sold, yr/yr
96.3%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
Median sold price, Lake Wales, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 12% above the LAKE WALES 33898 median. See the full Lake Wales market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near GOLDEN BOUGH ROAD
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$96,000
7210 WINDSONG DRIVE
1 bd · 1 ba · 784 sqft · $122/sqft · 21 DOM
Sold · Sep ’26$285,000
1124 SAINT ANNE SHRINE ROAD
3 bd · 1 ba · 1,060 sqft · $269/sqft · 153 DOM
Sold · Feb ’26$229,000
220 HOUSER ROAD
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,176 sqft · $195/sqft · 44 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
Emanuel Marin Maldonado
Real estate agent · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about GOLDEN BOUGH ROAD — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for GOLDEN BOUGH ROAD — before you fall in love.
See it in person
Schedule a tour
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Straight answers
GOLDEN BOUGH ROAD FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for GOLDEN BOUGH ROAD?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $1,184/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 GOLDEN BOUGH ROAD?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $134. 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 Lake Wales?+
At $160,000, this home is listed about 35% below the Lake Wales median of $245,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to GOLDEN BOUGH ROAD?+
Frostproof Ben Hill Griffin Junior Elementary School (elementary) — Polk County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Three things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$160,000 runs 12% above the LAKE WALES 33898 median.
02Water views
The water view is part of what you're buying — views hold value independently of the structure.
03Fresh on the market
Only 7 days on market in a Lake Wales market that averages 84 — if it fits, move quickly.
Keep looking
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Listing courtesy of CROSBY & ASSOCIATES, INC. · Chip Fortenberry, III. MLS #L4965730.
IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by Stellar MLS.
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