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Overview

3 bd2 ba1,856 sqftSingle Family
TypeSingle Family
HOANone listed
Built1948
Lot9,627 sqft
Living area1,856 sqft
Price / sqft$140

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Ceiling Fans(s)Eat-in KitchenOpen FloorplanPrimary Bedroom Main FloorSolid Surface CountersSolid Wood CabinetsThermostatPrivate Mailbox

961 Drexel Ave NE is a 1948-built home in Anna Mar, Winter Haven. Inside you'll find 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,856 square feet of living space. Listed at $260,000 (about $140/sqft), 231 days on market. Flood zone X - outside the FEMA high-risk areas, which keeps insurance manageable.

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**MAJOR PRICE DECREASE** Check out this unique 2-story home in Winter Haven is full of character and charm, located just three houses down from scenic Lake Elbert. Thoughtfully updated while preserving its warm, rustic appeal, this property offers a welcoming atmosphere from the moment you arrive. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the 2.4-mile paved loop trail surrounding Lake Elbert, complete with boardwalks and beautiful landscaping—perfect for morning walks, bike rides, or peaceful evening strolls. The home is in walking distance to Downtown Winter Haven, the public boat ramp and park, and Polk State College’s Winter Haven Fine Arts Building, offering exceptional convenience and lifestyle amenities. Inside, you’ll find live-edge wood countertops, natural wood trim, and an open kitchen overlooking the family and dining rooms. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances, newer cabinets, and a rustic flair originally crafted by an Amish family. The spacious family room includes a large picture windows that frame the beautiful front yard and mature oak tree. The primary bedroom and bathroom are conveniently located downstairs, while the second floor offers two additional bedrooms, a bonus room, a full bathroom, and a loft area with generous storage closets. Both bathrooms have been updated with newer cabinets, newer countertops, and newer tile. Additional interior upgrades include newer luxury vinyl plank flooring, newer windows, newer light fixtures and ceiling fans, and fresh interior paint. The home also features a newer A/C system. Outside, the home offers a covered front porch perfect for evening relaxation, mature landscaping, and a fenced yard on nearly a quarter-acre, with most of the outdoor space located in the front of the home. Ideally situated near Lake Elbert, Downtown Winter Haven, Polk State College, shopping, dining, parks, and medical facilities, this home offers both convenience and character. Schedule your private showing today!

The essentials

Built
1948
Price / sqft
$140
On market
231 days
Annual tax
$3,409
Flood zone
X · Low risk
Lot
9,627 sqft
Type
Single Family Residence

At a glance

Single family
Built 1948
9,627 sqft lot
Lot size
1,856 sqft
Living area

Payment

Est. monthly payment
$1,770/mo
Down payment (20%)
$52,000
Property taxes
$284/mo
Rate assumed
6.8% · 30 yr
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Details

Type
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1948
Lot
9,627 sqft
Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Central
Parking
-
Days on Market
231
Ceiling Fans(s)
Eat-in Kitchen
Open Floorplan
Primary Bedroom Main Floor
Solid Surface Counters
Solid Wood Cabinets
Thermostat
Private Mailbox
Dishwasher
Dryer
Electric Water Heater
Range
Refrigerator
Washer
Elementary
Inwood Elem
Middle
Westwood Middle
High
Winter Haven Senior

Districts can re-zone, so verify directly with the district before relying on these.

Flood Zone X
Annual Tax (2025)
$3,409
Parcel #
26-28-21-575500-002490

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
Anna Mar
County
Polk
MLS Area
33881 - Winter Haven / Florence Villa
Lot Size
9,627 sqft
Paved

Price history

Date
Event
Price
10/6/2026
Price change
Source: Stellar MLS #L4959592
$260,000-7.1%
$140/sqft
-
Price change
Source: Stellar MLS #L4959592
$279,900-15.2%
$151/sqft
2/23/2026
Listed for sale
Source: Stellar MLS #L4959592
$330,000
$178/sqft

Neighborhood

961 Drexel Ave NE
Winter Haven, FL, 33881 · 33881 - Winter Haven / Florence Villa

Market insights

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List price: $260,000
$257,500 – $260,000
99.5% – 100% of listTops out right at the list price
80% of listList price
164 of the last 267 home closings in 33881 landed at this number or higher (61%). The median one sat 41 days before it went under contract, and this one is on day 231 after a $70,000 cut.

Sample: 267 closed home sales in 33881 over the last 8 months, Stellar MLS. A starting point, not a guarantee.

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Est. monthly payment
$1,770/mo
Principal & interest$1,356
Property taxes$284
Insurance$130
Down payment20% · $52,000
Interest rate6.80%
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Quick answers.

Price

$260,000

$140 per sq ft

Beds and baths

3 beds, 2 baths

Size

1,856 sq ft

Time on market

231 days

Year built

1948

Monthly payment

About $1,770/mo

That is 20% down on a 30-year fixed at 6.8%, plus the home's $3,409 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 byKELLER WILLIAMS REALTY SMARTListing agent: Lisa FordListing data from Stellar MLS, MLS# L4959592.

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