831 Hillside Ave, Lake Wales, FL, 33853
About This Home
Updated Home in a Prime Lake Wales Location – No HOA! This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers comfort, style, and flexibility. The recently remodeled kitchen features quartz countertops, white cabinetry, and stainless-steel appliances, creating a clean, modern space you’ll love. The split bedroom floor plan provides privacy, while the primary suite has been beautifully updated, offering a fresh and inviting retreat. You’ll also find ceramic tile flooring throughout the main living areas, an inside laundry room for added convenience, and peace of mind with a new roof and A/C installed in 2024 and new hot water heater in 2026. Enjoy your front screened porch or step out back to a versatile covered patio, perfect for relaxing or easily used as a 2-car carport. The 2-car carport is accessed from the back alley which allows plenty of extra parking. Need extra storage space? The 12' x 22' shed offers plenty of storage for tools, toys, or hobbies. From this location you can enjoy a short walk to Lake Wailes Lake and its scenic walking trail, the Lake Wales Family Recreation Center and Bok Tower Gardens. CHECK OUT THE ATTACHED 3-D INTERACTIVE VIRTUAL TOUR AND THEN CALL TO SCHEDULE YOUR APPOINTMENT. Don’t miss this move-in ready home in the heart of Lake Wales!
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1959
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Block,Concrete,Stucco
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Electric Water Heater,Microwave,Range,Refrigerator,Washer
- Laundry features: Electric Dryer Hookup,Inside,Laundry Room,Washer Hookup
Bathroom2
- Features: Tub With Shower
- Level: First
- Area: 56.98
- Dimensions: 7.4x7.7
Bedroom2
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Dual Closets
- Level: First
- Area: 179.809
- Dimensions: 11.9x15.11
Bedroom3
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 127.65
- Dimensions: 11.1x11.5
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Dining Room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 98
- Dimensions: 9.8x10
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s),Open Floorplan,Solid Surface Counters,Split Bedroom,Thermostat,Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile,Terrazzo
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central,Electric
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,953
- Total interior livable area: 1,493 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Stone Counters
- Level: First
- Area: 71.1
- Dimensions: 7.11x10
Laundry
- Level: First
- Area: 37.76
- Dimensions: 5.9x6.4
Living Room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 353.4
- Dimensions: 12.4x28.5
Primary Bathroom
- Features: En Suite Bathroom,Shower No Tub,Tall Countertops
- Level: First
- Area: 90
- Dimensions: 7.5x12
Primary Bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s),En Suite Bathroom,Shower No Tub,Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 225.139
- Dimensions: 14.9x15.11
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 273001891800003080
- Zoning: R-1A
- Special condition: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Front Porch,Screened
- Exterior features: Sidewalk
- Residential vegetation: Oak Trees
Lot
- Lot size: 10,115 sqft
- Features: Cleared,City Lot,Level
- Lot size dimensions: 80 x 126
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Carport
- Covered spaces: 2
- Carport: Yes
- Carport spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
- Hurricane
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Polk County and Florida
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $1,264 | $15,168 |
| Home Insurance * | $276 | $3,312 |
| Property Taxes | $287 | $3,444 |
| Electricity | $197 | $2,366 |
| Total | $2,024 | $24,288 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Florida FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-22 | Listed for sale | $250,000 |
| 2022-01-24 | Sold | $190,000 |
| 2021-12-28 | Pending sale | $180,000 |
| 2021-12-14 | Listed for sale | $180,000 |
| 2000-09-11 | Sold | $61,000 |
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