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Overview

0 ba4,135 sqftMixed Use
TypeMixed Use
HOANone listed
Built1935
Lot198,000 sqft
Living area4,135 sqft
Price / sqft$115

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1 W Central Ave is a 1935-built home in Heckscher Second Add, Lake Wales. Listed at $475,000 (about $115/sqft), 90 days on market. Flood zone X - outside the FEMA high-risk areas, which keeps insurance manageable.

From the listing

Position your business in the heart of Historic Downtown Lake Wales while enjoying the benefit of built-in investment income! Located on the prominent corner of Central Avenue and 1st Street, this approximately 4,100-square-foot multi-unit commercial building offers an exceptional opportunity for investors and owner-users alike. The property features three separate suites, with two suites currently under lease generating $2,250 per month in immediate rental income. Each suite has its own electric meter, providing convenience for both owners and tenants. The third suite is vacant and ready for your vision—perfect for an owner-occupied business, professional office, retail space, or an additional income-producing lease. One of this property’s standout features is its location—just one block from the iconic Walesbilt Hotel, where an extensive restoration is slated to begin this year. This highly anticipated redevelopment is expected to further energize Historic Downtown Lake Wales, making this an exciting opportunity to invest in an area positioned for continued growth and revitalization. As an added bonus, the property includes approximately 14 dedicated downtown parking spaces—a rare and highly desirable amenity that adds tremendous value for tenants, customers, and clients. Whether you’re looking to expand your investment portfolio, establish your business in a thriving downtown district, or capitalize on the flexibility of an income-producing property with owner-occupancy potential, this unique offering delivers approximately 4,100 square feet of opportunity in one of Lake Wales’ most desirable commercial locations.

The essentials

Built
1935
Price / sqft
$115
On market
90 days
Annual tax
$8,102
Flood zone
X · Low risk
Lot
198,000 sqft
Type
Mixed Use

At a glance

Single family
Built 1935
198,000 sqft lot
Lot size
4,135 sqft
Living area

Payment

Est. monthly payment
$3,390/mo
Down payment (20%)
$95,000
Property taxes
$675/mo
Rate assumed
6.8% · 30 yr
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Details

Type
Mixed Use
Year Built
1935
Lot
198,000 sqft
Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Central
Parking
Other
Days on Market
90
Flood Zone X
Annual Tax (2025)
$8,102
Parcel #
27-30-02-907000-001010

Taxes reflect the most recent assessment in the MLS feed. Actual tax owed can vary, so confirm with the county property appraiser before closing.

Subdivision
Heckscher Second Add
County
Polk
MLS Area
33853 - Lake Wales South
Lot Size
198,000 sqft
Central Business DistrictCorner Lot

Price history

Date
Event
Price
7/14/2026
Listed for sale
Source: Stellar MLS #K4903636
$475,000
$115/sqft

Neighborhood

1 W Central Ave
Lake Wales, FL, 33853 · 33853 - Lake Wales South

Market insights

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List price: $475,000
$472,500 – $475,000
99.5% – 100% of listTops out right at the list price
80% of listList price
59 of the last 93 home closings in 33853 landed at this number or higher (63%). The median one sat 58 days before it went under contract, and this one is on day 90.

Sample: 93 closed home sales in 33853 over the last 8 months, Stellar MLS. A starting point, not a guarantee.

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Est. monthly payment
$3,390/mo
Principal & interest$2,477
Property taxes$675
Insurance$238
Down payment20% · $95,000
Interest rate6.80%
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Quick answers.

Price

$475,000

$115 per sq ft

Size

4,135 sq ft

Time on market

90 days

Year built

1935

Monthly payment

About $3,390/mo

That is 20% down on a 30-year fixed at 6.8%, plus the home's $8,102 annual tax bill, insurance.

Flood zone

Zone X

That is outside the high-risk areas, so flood insurance is usually optional rather than required by a lender.

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Brokered byLEGACY REAL ESTATE CENTER INCListing agent: Dolores VogelListing data from Stellar MLS, MLS# K4903636.

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