
1020 S SCENIC HIGHWAY, LAKE WALES, FL, 33853
Active20 days on marketListed Sep 22, 2026MLS #O6443879
About this home
1020 S SCENIC HIGHWAY
SUNSET VIEWS! Lakefront living with a completely renovated home—this one is truly special! This solid-block 3-bedroom, 2-bath home has been thoughtfully updated from top to bottom, offering modern style, quality improvements, and beautiful waterfront views. Major updates include a brand-new roof and brand-new A/C system, along with extensive interior renovations designed for comfortable, low-maintenance living. Inside, you'll find durable flooring throughout and a stunning brand-new designer kitchen featuring new cabinetry, sleek countertops, and high-end appliances. Both bathrooms have been beautifully renovated with spa-inspired finishes and elegant walk-in showers. The updates continue throughout the home with brand-new outlets, switches, and light fixtures, giving the entire property a fresh, cohesive feel. The open and functional floor plan provides comfortable living space and flows naturally toward the spacious backyard. And then there's the view! Step outside to enjoy direct lakefront living and gorgeous sunset views over the water. Whether you're entertaining, relaxing with your morning coffee, or unwinding at the end of the day, the backyard provides a peaceful setting you'll love coming home to. With the roof, A/C, kitchen, bathrooms, electrical fixtures, flooring, and other major components already updated, much of the work has been done for you. The combination of lakefront property, extensive renovations, a spacious lot, and low property taxes makes this an excellent opportunity for a homeowner or investor. Homes offering this level of renovation and lakefront appeal are hard to find. Come see the views, appreciate the updates, and imagine yourself enjoying your own piece of lakefront Florida. Schedule your private showing today! Additional feature: Property is equipped with a 4K video doorbell. Application Details: * $60 application fee per adult * Income must be at least 3x the monthly rent * No prior evictions * Credit scores under 620 may require a higher deposit * Credit scores under 600 will not be approved Optional Resident Benefits Package (RBP) All Greater Orlando Property Management residents can be enrolled in the Resident Benefits Package (RBP) for $37/month which includes liability insurance, credit building to help boost the resident’s credit score with timely rent payments, up to $1M Identity Theft Protection, HVAC air filter delivery (for applicable properties), move-in concierge service making utility connection and home service setup a breeze during your move-in, our best-in-class resident rewards program, on-demand pest control, and much more! More details upon application.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,480
Sqft
0.5 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
1980
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.
$174 /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
$174/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 $167
Days on market
20 vs 84 typical
Where $1/sqft sits among the 384 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 → $249K
Lake Wales median sold, yr/yr
96.3%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
179 of 384
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 99% 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 1020 S SCENIC HIGHWAY
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Jul ’26$315,000
5804 VIKING ROAD · same community
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,456 sqft · $216/sqft · 462 DOM
Sold · Jul ’26$240,000
235 RIDGE MANOR DRIVE · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,338 sqft · $179/sqft · 30 DOM
Sold · Jun ’26$479,000
34159 RIDGE MANOR DRIVE · same community
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,318 sqft · $207/sqft · 223 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
Shawn Headley
Realtor · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 1020 S SCENIC HIGHWAY — start here.

Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 1020 S SCENIC HIGHWAY — before you fall in love.
See it in person
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Straight answers
1020 S SCENIC HIGHWAY FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 1020 S SCENIC HIGHWAY?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $174/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 1020 S SCENIC HIGHWAY?+
The listing reports pets: Breed Restrictions, 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 $1,895, this home is listed about 99% 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 1020 S SCENIC HIGHWAY?+
Frostproof Ben Hill Griffin Junior Elementary School (elementary), Bartow Senior High School (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 LAKE WALES 33853 market on paper
$1,895 is 99% below the LAKE WALES 33853 median of $219,925, and at $1/sqft it sits under the Lake Wales average of $188.
02Waterfront living
This home sits directly on the water — the single scarcest feature in Florida inventory and the strongest long-term value anchor.
03The price has already moved
Listed at $2,100, now $1,895 — a $205 cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of ELITE REAL ESTATE AND PROPERTY MANAGEMENT · Jessica Falvey. MLS #O6443879.
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