996 JOYCE ROAD, Lake Wales, FL, 33853
About This Home
Welcome home to this beautiful corner-lot property located in the highly desirable Whispering Ridge community of Lake Wales! Situated on an expansive corner lot, this home offers extra privacy, additional outdoor space, and excellent curb appeal. The bright, inviting layout is perfect for both relaxing and entertaining. Enjoy a beautifully remodeled kitchen completed in 2026, featuring modern finishes and an updated design that makes cooking and entertaining even more enjoyable. Recent updates Roof (2025), Interior Paint (2025), Microwave (2025), Refrigerator (December 2024), and Kitchen Remodel (2026). The home is equipped with solar panels that help keep electricity costs low during Florida's hot summer months , allowing the new owner to enjoy all the energy-saving benefits without assuming the existing solar loan. Enjoy the peaceful neighborhood with low monthly HOA fees that provide access to a community playground and beautifully maintained common areas. Conveniently located near schools, grocery stores, shopping centers, restaurants, medical facilities, and scenic parks, this home offers the perfect combination of comfort, convenience, and accessibility. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or looking to upgrade, this corner-lot gem is a must-see. Schedule your private tour today and make this dream home yours!
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 2018
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Stucco
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Microwave,Range,Refrigerator
- Laundry features: Inside
Balcony Porch Lanai
- Level: First
Bathroom2
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 126.5
- Dimensions: 11.5x11
Bedroom1
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 121
- Dimensions: 11x11
Bedroom3
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 138
- Dimensions: 11.5x12
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s),Open Floorplan
- Door features: Sliding Doors
- Flooring: Carpet,Vinyl
Great Room
- Level: First
- Area: 312
- Dimensions: 19.5x16
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Electric
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,660
- Total interior livable area: 1,992 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 126.5
- Dimensions: 11.5x11
Laundry
- Level: First
- Area: 42
- Dimensions: 7x6
Primary Bathroom
- Level: First
- Area: 51
- Dimensions: 8.5x6
Primary Bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 195
- Dimensions: 15x13
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 273012926501001470
- Special condition: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Lot size: 7,553 sqft
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
- Inland Flooding
- 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 | $1,668 | $20,016 |
| Home Insurance * | $364 | $4,368 |
| Property Taxes | $550 | $6,600 |
| Electricity | $200 | $2,405 |
| Total | $2,782 | $33,384 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-13 | Listed for sale | $330,000 |
| 2021-05-11 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2021-01-25 | Sold | $196,000 |
| 2020-06-28 | Pending sale | $193,000 |
| 2020-03-24 | Price change | $193,000 |
| 2019-11-25 | Pending sale | $184,900 |
| 2019-11-04 | Listed for sale | $184,900 |
| 2019-05-31 | Sold | $205,990 |
| 2019-03-01 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2019-02-04 | Listed for sale | -- |
| 2018-12-18 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2018-12-11 | Price change | -- |
| 2018-11-19 | Price change | $204,990 |
| 2018-11-08 | Price change | $204,490 |
| 2018-10-15 | Price change | $206,990 |
| 2018-10-04 | Price change | $205,990 |
| 2018-10-03 | Price change | $206,490 |
| 2018-07-31 | Listed for sale | -- |
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