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1032 E PALMETTO STREET E, Lakeland, FL, 33801

2beds
1baths
812sqft
$249,900
$308price/sqft
$2,053/moest. monthly cost
$82,120/yrincome needed

About This Home

Under contract-accepting backup offers. Virtually Staged. Whether you're searching for an income-producing investment or a cozy place to call home, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath gem offers exceptional value in one of Lakeland's most convenient locations. Just blocks from Florida Southern College, Lake Hollingsworth, the public library, and a mix of shopping and dining, you're steps from many of Lakeland's favorite destinations. Inside, you'll find original wood flooring, an updated kitchen and bathroom, ready for move-in or immediate rental. Major systems have already been replaced for peace of mind, including a new roof (June 2026), re-plumbing and partial rewiring, and a tankless water heater . Outside, the spacious backyard offers plenty of room to relax, garden, or entertain, plus a large storage shed for tools, hobbies, or extra space. This property is a turnkey opportunity for investors, or a great starting point for an owner-occupant looking to make it their own. Don't miss this one, schedule your showing today!

Getting Around

46
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
68
BikeBikeable

Schools

2/10
5/10

Construction

Condition

  • Property condition: Completed
  • Year built: 1950

Materials

  • Foundation: Crawlspace
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction materials: Block

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Convection Oven,Cooktop,Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Gas Water Heater,Microwave,Refrigerator,Tankless Water Heater,Washer
  • Laundry features: Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup

Balcony Porch Lanai

  • Features: No Closet
  • Level: First

Bathroom1

  • Features: Tub With Shower,No Closet
  • Level: First

Bedroom2

  • Features: Built-in Closet
  • Level: First
  • Area: 130
  • Dimensions: 10x13

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Full bathrooms: 1

Dinette

  • Features: No Closet
  • Level: First

Features

  • Ceiling Fan(s),Thermostat
  • Flooring: Tile,Hardwood

Foyer

  • Features: No Closet
  • Level: First

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Central
  • Cooling features: Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 948
  • Total interior livable area: 812 sqft

Kitchen

  • Features: No Closet
  • Level: First

Laundry

  • Features: No Closet
  • Level: First

Living Room

  • Features: No Closet
  • Level: First

Primary Bedroom

  • Features: Built-in Closet
  • Level: First
  • Area: 130
  • Dimensions: 13x10

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 242819218000004281
  • Zoning: RA-3
  • Special condition: None

Features

  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Patio & porch: Covered,Rear Porch
  • Exterior features: Rain Gutters
  • Fencing: Fenced,Vinyl,Wire,Wood
  • Residential vegetation: Mature Landscaping

Lot

  • Lot size: 7,279 sqft
  • Features: Historic District

Parking

  • Parking features: Driveway
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes

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

  • Hurricane
    HurricaneRelatively High
  • Lightning
    LightningRelatively High
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindRelatively High

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Hurricane
Lightning
Strong Wind

FEMA Declared Disasters in Polk County and Florida

Coastal Storm
Flood
Hurricane
Severe Storm
Straight Line Winds
Tornado
Tropical Depression
Tropical Storm

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

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $1,263$15,156
Home Insurance *$213$2,556
Property Taxes $380$4,560
Electricity $197$2,366
Total$2,053$24,636
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$70,388/yr
40% on housing$61,590/yr
45% on housing$54,746/yr

Florida FAIR Plan Programs

Citizens Property Insurance Corporation [Florida]

Covered
WildfireWildfire
HailHail
WindWind
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Current Policies
Residential: 1,321,953Commercial: 13,564
Total Premiums$4.60B
Total Exposure$385.82B

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.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 11.8%
11.8%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 2.2%
2.2%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 6.0%
6.0%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$308This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 33801$92
Polk County$134

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 33801$189
Polk County$179

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

DateEventPrice
2026-07-27Listed for sale$249,900
2018-10-17Sold$95,000
2018-09-10Listed for sale$104,900

For Sale by Agent

AgentMeghan Studiale
BrokerageKELLER WILLIAMS REALTY

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