253 W LAKE INA DRIVE, WINTER HAVEN, FL, 33884
Active2 days on marketListed Aug 7, 2026MLS #O6430476
About this home
253 W LAKE INA DRIVE
No HOA! Pet Friendly! Welcome to this beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom single-family home featuring a spacious driveway, an open floor plan, and an oversized Florida room that's perfect for relaxing or entertaining year-round. This home boasts luxury vinyl flooring throughout and tastefully upgraded bathrooms. The bright and inviting living area flows seamlessly into the dining space and kitchen, creating an ideal layout for everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen is equipped with a stainless-steel appliance package, including a refrigerator, dishwasher, range, and range hood. Both bedrooms offer generous space and ample closet storage. Step outside to the massive screened lanai, providing the perfect setting to enjoy Florida's beautiful weather while overlooking the backyard. Tenant occupied through 8/12. Please do not disturb the tenant. Showings are by scheduled appointment only with a minimum of 24 hours' notice. Located in the desirable Eloise Woods community, this home offers a convenient Central Florida location just minutes from Winter Haven Hospital, LEGOLAND® Florida Resort, Peppa Pig Theme Park, SR 540, US Highway 27, shopping, dining, and numerous lakes and recreational opportunities.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,213
Sqft
0.18 ac
Lot size
1
Garage
1980
Year built
One
Levels
$1
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Principal and interest plus estimated taxes and insurance. Run your own numbers below.
$172 /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:
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Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$172/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Estimates only — taxes at 1.1%/yr and typical insurance; 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 Winter Haven actives
$1 vs $170
Days on market
2 vs 48 typical
Where $1/sqft sits among the 400 Winter Haven 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 Eloise Woods
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Eloise Woods — neighborhood snapshot
Population
3,227
Median age
43
Median income
$74,677
Median home value
$296,594
Avg household
3
Households w/ children
305
For the school run
Polk County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Winter Haven market
$283K → $280K
Winter Haven median sold, yr/yr
97.2%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
194 of 400
Winter Haven actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Winter Haven, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 99% below the WINTER HAVEN 33884 median. See the full Winter Haven market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 253 W LAKE INA 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$220,000
132 MILLER DRIVE · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,344 sqft · $164/sqft · 45 DOM
Sold · Apr ’26$170,000
412 W LAKE SUMMIT DRIVE · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,465 sqft · $116/sqft · 111 DOM
Sold · Oct ’25$565,000
125 LAKE ROY DRIVE · same community
3 bd · 3 ba · 1,900 sqft · $297/sqft · 34 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
John Carpenter
CFO/Broker · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 253 W LAKE INA DRIVE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 253 W LAKE INA DRIVE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
253 W LAKE INA DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 253 W LAKE INA DRIVE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $172/mo — principal and interest, estimated property taxes 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.
Are pets allowed at 253 W LAKE INA DRIVE?+
The listing reports pets: No. Communities often layer on breed or weight rules — we'll verify the specifics with the association before you commit.
How does the price compare to other homes in Winter Haven?+
At $1,650, this home is listed about 99% below the Winter Haven median of $285,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 253 W LAKE INA DRIVE?+
Denison Middle School (middle), Chain Of Lakes Elementary School (elementary), Lake Region High School (high) — Polk County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
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Listing courtesy of RENT A FLORIDA HOME · Katrina Anarumo. MLS #O6430476.
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