Sold for $185,000 on 10/07/24
$185,000
3 El Recodo, Lakeland, FL 33813
2beds
1,508sqft
Condominium
Built in 1973
-- sqft lot
$177,100 Zestimate®
$123/sqft
$1,807 Estimated rent
Home value
$177,100
$159,000 - $197,000
$1,807/mo
Zestimate® history
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What's special
Priced to SELL!!! Welcome to Casa Loma in South Lakeland! This sought after neighborhood has a wonderful location, and fantastic community amenities, with tennis and pickle ball courts, walking paths, clubhouse and a pool that overlooks Scott Lake. Just imagine taking an evening stroll on the community dock overlooking the water, or relaxing on your back patio to start or end your day - all while enjoying this breathtaking and peaceful setting, enriched by beautiful landscaping and mature trees. The heart of this 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom villa-style condo home is the family room, which features gorgeous vaulted ceilings with wood planks and picture windows, making this a welcoming and very comfortable space. An eat-in dining area is accentuated by a stylish chandelier, matching the other updated fixtures throughout, and the kitchen has a pass-through to this area, making entertaining a breeze. An attractive glass backsplash adds a nice decorative touch to the kitchen, which also has stainless steel appliances, white cabinetry, and ample storage in the closet pantries. There is solid flooring in all areas of the home, including new luxury vinyl flooring in the bedrooms and gorgeous engineered wood in the living, dining and kitchen spaces. The guest bedroom has a built-in desk, making it an excellent flex room to suit your needs, as well as its own guest bathroom with a walk-in shower. At the front of the home there is a great primary bedroom with built-in closets, and an en-suite bathroom with a tiled shower with tub. The laundry area is inside of this home, so you do not have to worry about walking outside to wash your clothes. The 2-vehicle carport has a secured storage closet so you can easily store everything from your tools to tennis rackets. There is also nearby guest parking for any visitors. Condo fees include the exterior insurance and maintenance of your property, including lawn care, roof, windows, doors, pest control, and termite treatments, in addition to utilities such as water, trash and septic. This low-maintenance lifestyle ensures that you can spend your time taking advantage of everything this home has to offer, including the on-site amenities, excellent nearby schools, easy access to local parks, shops and the Polk Parkway, plus a convenient location between Tampa and Orlando.
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: October 07, 2024 at 01:41pm
Listing Provided by:
Christine Ehlenbeck 863-617-8544,
KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY SMART 863-577-1234
Bought with:
Cindy Alderman, 3514079
CENTURY 21 COASTAL ALLIANCE
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: L4946936
Originating MLS: Lakeland

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), En Suite Bathroom, Single Vanity, Tub With Shower, Window/Skylight in Bath, Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 18x14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 13x10
Dining room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 13x12
Foyer
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 7x6
Kitchen
- Features: Pantry
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11x9
Living room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 18x13
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Closet
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Engineered Hardwood, Vinyl
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Blinds, Skylight(s)
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,680
- Total interior livable area: 1,508 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Guest
- Carport spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Irrigation System, Sidewalk, Storage
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods
- Waterfront features: Lake, Lake Privileges
- Body of water: SCOTT LAKE
Lot
- Size: 1,503 sqft
- Features: In County
- Residential vegetation: Mature Landscaping
Details
- Parcel number: 242918285600005020
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Condominium
Materials
- Stucco, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- Completed
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1973
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Dock, Lake, Private Boat Ramp, Water Access, Clubhouse, Deed Restrictions, Pool
Location
- Region: Lakeland
- Subdivision: CASA LOMA CONDO
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $675 monthly
- Services included: Common Area Taxes, Community Pool, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance Repairs, Pest Control, Private Road, Sewer, Trash, Water
- Association name: Specialty Management Community
Other fees
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
Other financial information
- Total actual rent: 0
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Condominium
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/7/2024 | Sold | $185,000-7.5%$123/sqft |
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| 9/11/2024 | Pending sale | $199,900$133/sqft |
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| 9/4/2024 | Price change | $199,900-4.8%$133/sqft |
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| 8/25/2024 | Pending sale | $209,900$139/sqft |
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| 8/16/2024 | Listed for sale | $209,900+40.9%$139/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,892 +2.4% | $185,915 +3% |
| 2023 | $1,847 -3.4% | $180,500 +34% |
| 2022 | $1,913 +12.7% | $134,750 +10% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Lakeland Highlands
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Scott Lake Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 4/10Lakeland Highlands Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 5/10George W. Jenkins Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Scott Lake Elem
- Middle: Lakeland Highlands Middl
- High: George Jenkins High
Source: Stellar MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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Estimated market value
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