1015 JAPONICA AVENUE, INDIAN LAKE ESTATES, FL, 33855
Active29 days on marketListed Sep 13, 2026MLS #S5157468
About this home
1015 JAPONICA AVENUE
Build your Florida dream home on this spacious vacant residential lot in the desirable Indian Lake Estates community in Polk County. This approximately 0.60-acre homesite offers plenty of room for a future residence, outdoor living space, parking, and more. The property is located in a peaceful, low-density area surrounded by natural Florida scenery and is well suited for buyers seeking space, privacy, and the opportunity to create a home from the ground up. Indian Lake Estates is known for its relaxed rural lifestyle and recreational opportunities, including nearby Lake Walk-in-Water (Lake Weohyakapka), fishing, boating, and golf. The community offers a unique combination of natural surroundings and recreational amenities while remaining within reasonable driving distance of Lake Wales and other Central Florida destinations. According to available public property records, the parcel is classified as vacant/unimproved residential land with approximately 0.60 acres (about 26,138 square feet). There is currently no residence or other building on the property. Buyers should independently verify zoning, permitted uses, building requirements, utilities, lot dimensions, access, environmental conditions, and all other property information with Polk County and the applicable utility/community authorities. A great opportunity to secure a sizable Central Florida homesite and build when you're ready.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
0.5 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.
$327 /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
$327/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 Indian Lake Estates
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INDIAN LAKE ESTATES 33855 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
33
Median age
68.1
Avg household
1.94
For the school run
Polk County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Indian Lake Estates market
$327K → $280K
Indian Lake Estates median sold, yr/yr
96.7%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
Median sold price, Indian Lake Estates, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 25% above the INDIAN LAKE ESTATES 33855 median. See the full Indian Lake Estates market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 1015 JAPONICA AVENUE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Dec ’25$90,000
3500 ORCHID DRIVE
2 bd · 1 ba · 950 sqft · $95/sqft · 5 DOM
Sold · Mar ’26$289,000
4291 PLUMOSA DRIVE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,398 sqft · $207/sqft · 88 DOM
Sold · Feb ’26$299,990
3911 GARDENIA DRIVE
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,052 sqft · $146/sqft · 61 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
Seth Cabrera - Rothschild
REALTOR® · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 1015 JAPONICA AVENUE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 1015 JAPONICA AVENUE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
1015 JAPONICA AVENUE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 1015 JAPONICA AVENUE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $327/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 1015 JAPONICA AVENUE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $106. 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 Indian Lake Estates?+
At $25,000, this home is listed about 93% below the Indian Lake Estates median of $365,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 1015 JAPONICA AVENUE?+
Frostproof Ben Hill Griffin Junior Elementary School (elementary) — Polk County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
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Listing courtesy of SUNSHINE REALTY INT'L, INC · Marc Layug. MLS #S5157468.
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