3011 WATERWAY DRIVE, LAKE PLACID, FL, 33852
Active21 days on marketListed Sep 24, 2026MLS #S5158238
About this home
3011 WATERWAY DRIVE
Welcome to a waterfront pool home in the Leisure Lakes Canals community of Lake Placid. Situated on a 0.26-acre lot with approximately 80 feet of waterfront, this single-story concrete block home offers 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 2 half baths, 1,361 square feet of living space, and an oversized 2-car garage. There is no HOA, giving you more freedom to enjoy your Florida lifestyle. Inside, the home offers a comfortable layout with separate living, dining, and family areas, providing plenty of room to relax or entertain. The spacious family room overlooks the outdoor living area, while the kitchen is conveniently positioned at the heart of the home. The primary bedroom measures approximately 14' x 14', with a generously sized secondary bedroom for guests, an office, or additional living needs. Step outside and enjoy what makes this property special—a screen-enclosed fiberglass swimming pool and waterfront backyard designed for enjoying the Florida sunshine. Beyond the pool, the property features a private dock, boathouse, seawall/bulkhead, and owned boat slip, making it easy to enjoy boating, fishing, and days on the water right from your own backyard. A shed/workshop provides additional storage and workspace. Additional features include a 2018 shingle roof, central electric heating and cooling, private well, septic system, screened rear porch, and oversized garage. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, seasonal Florida getaway, or a waterfront home where you can enjoy the pool and water year-round, 3011 Waterway Drive offers a great combination of indoor space, outdoor living, and direct waterfront access.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,361
Sqft
0.26 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
1987
Year built
One
Levels
$242
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.
$2,382 /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
$2,382/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.
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 Placid actives
$242 vs $195
Days on market
21 vs 67 typical
Where $242/sqft sits among the 41 Lake Placid 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 Placid
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LAKE PLACID 33852 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
21,630
Median age
54.8
Median income
$54,841
Median home value
$205,800
Avg household
2.16
Households w/ children
1,979
For the school run
Highlands County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Lake Placid market
$315K → $440K
Lake Placid median sold, yr/yr
95.2%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
20 of 41
Lake Placid actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Lake Placid, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 2100% above the LAKE PLACID 33852 median. See the full Lake Placid market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 3011 WATERWAY DRIVE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Jun ’26$255,000
10433 HIGH GROVE AVENUE
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,381 sqft · $185/sqft · 119 DOM
Sold · Jan ’26$250,000
1100 REDBIRD STREET
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,300 sqft · $192/sqft · 4 DOM
Sold · Feb ’26$163,000
8 JASMINE STREET
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,274 sqft · $128/sqft · 204 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 Lewis
Realtor · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 3011 WATERWAY DRIVE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 3011 WATERWAY DRIVE — before you fall in love.
See it in person
Schedule a tour
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Straight answers
3011 WATERWAY DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 3011 WATERWAY DRIVE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $2,382/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 3011 WATERWAY DRIVE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $1,601. 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 Placid?+
At $330,000, this home is listed about 18% above the Lake Placid median of $279,450. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 3011 WATERWAY DRIVE?+
Lake Placid Middle School (middle), Lake Placid High School (high), Lake Placid Elementary School (elementary) — Highlands 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
$330,000 runs 2100% above the LAKE PLACID 33852 median.
02Waterfront living
This home sits directly on the water — the single scarcest feature in Florida inventory and the strongest long-term value anchor.
03Strong assigned schools
Lake Placid Middle School, Lake Placid High School, Lake Placid Elementary School — Lake Placid Elementary School rates 4 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
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Listing courtesy of JASON MITCHELL REAL ESTATE FLO · David Hartigan. MLS #S5158238.
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