




194 S Lake Mariam Dr, Winter Haven, FL, 33884
About This Home
Welcome to this beautifully updated home in desirable Southeast Winter Haven, offering space, privacy, and modern upgrades on a generous half-acre lot. Step inside to vaulted ceilings and rich hardwood flooring that create a warm, open feel. The living room features a gas fireplace with mantle detail, adding character and comfort to the main gathering space. The fully renovated kitchen stands out with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops throughout, updated shaker-style cabinetry, and a sleek glass vent hood for a clean, contemporary finish. The layout flows effortlessly into the dining and living areas, making it ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The enclosed rear patio is fully incorporated into the heated and cooled square footage, providing additional living space in a controlled climate year-round. From here, you overlook the expansive backyard with mature trees and complete privacy — and with no rear neighbors, that view and buffer will never change. The updated bathroom features a spacious walk-in shower with modern tile accents, granite vanity top, and upgraded lighting for a polished, spa-like feel. Outside, the half-acre homesite offers exceptional flexibility. There is ample room for a future pool, garden, or additional structure, along with space for boat or RV parking. A detached shed provides extra storage. The property backs to natural privacy with no rear neighbors ever, creating a peaceful setting that’s hard to find. Located in a one-way-in, one-way-out area of Southeast Winter Haven, the neighborhood offers limited traffic and added privacy while still being conveniently close to everything. With a little effort, this home could easily be converted into a 3-bedroom layout, adding even more value and flexibility for future owners. If you’re looking for updated interiors, privacy, and room to grow — this one checks boxes that most homes simply don’t.
Getting Around
Schools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 2000
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Block,Stucco
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Convection Oven,Dishwasher,Disposal,Range,Range Hood,Refrigerator
- Laundry features: Other
Bedroom2
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s),Open Floorplan,Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Door features: French Doors
- Window features: Skylight(s)
- Flooring: Laminate,Tile
- Fireplace features: Gas
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,172
- Total interior livable area: 1,538 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living Room
- Level: First
Primary Bedroom
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 262834662420005431
- Special condition: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered,Front Porch,Rear Porch,Screened
- Exterior features: Irrigation System
Lot
- Lot size: 0.50 Acres
- Features: In County,Irregular Lot,Oversized Lot,Unincorporated
- Lot size dimensions: 107 x 198
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered 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
- Strong Wind
- Hurricane
- Lightning
- Tornado
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 | $1,972 | $23,664 |
| Home Insurance * | $353 | $4,236 |
| Property Taxes | $434 | $5,208 |
| Electricity | $197 | $2,366 |
| Total | $2,956 | $35,472 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-17 | Listed for sale | $400,000 |
| 2024-10-29 | Listing removed | $319,900 |
| 2023-10-29 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2023-06-02 | Sold | $297,500 |
| 2023-05-05 | Pending sale | $300,000 |
| 2023-05-03 | Listed for sale | $300,000 |
| 2023-05-03 | Pending sale | $300,000 |
| 2023-05-02 | Price change | $300,000 |
| 2023-04-29 | Listed for sale | $295,000 |
| 2021-11-10 | Sold | $285,000 |
| 2021-09-17 | Pending sale | $319,900 |
| 1996-12-03 | Sold | $18,000 |
