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Overview

4 bd3 ba1,976 sqft2 car garageSingle Family
TypeSingle Family
HOANone listed
Built1926
Lot6,970 sqft
Living area1,976 sqft
Price / sqft$286
Garage2 car

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Built-in FeaturesCeiling Fans(s)Crown MoldingStone CountersLightingPrivate MailboxRain GuttersConvection Oven

1102 Melton Ave is a 1926-built home in Cleveland Park Sub, Lakeland. Inside you'll find 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and 1,976 square feet of living space. Listed at $565,000 (about $286/sqft), 117 days on market. Flood zone X - outside the FEMA high-risk areas, which keeps insurance manageable.

From the listing

***BACK ON MARKET! BUYER'S FINANCING FELL THROUGH*** Mediterranean charm meets exceptional historic character in this beautifully preserved 1920s historic home nestled on a picturesque brick-lined street in the South Lake Morton Historic District! Situated on a prominent corner lot, this rare property offers views of Lake Hollingsworth from the welcoming front porch and includes a detached studio apartment above an oversized two-car garage. The main house features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,396 sq. ft. of living space. Original details tell the story of the home's rich history, including log cabin-style oak flooring, picture rail molding in the living room, recently refurbished historic windows, original interior doors, and a vintage tile bathroom that beautifully reflects the home's architectural heritage. Adding flexibility and value, the detached 580-square-foot studio apartment features an open-concept design complete with a full kitchen, eat-in bar, full bathroom, and a designated space for a bedroom with closets —ideal for guests, extended family, a private office, creative studio, or rental income opportunity! The property has been maintained and updated with a 2019 roof, 2022 HVAC system for the main home, 2024 central air system for the apartment, a mini-split AC system in the garage, and gas water heater installed in 2022! Enjoy one of Lakeland's most desirable historic neighborhoods with convenient access to both Lake Hollingsworth and Lake Morton, as well as beloved local destinations including Cob & Pen Eatery, Born & Bread Bakehouse, Peach House, and the Lakeland Public Library. This is a rare opportunity to own a piece of Lakeland history in a location that beautifully blends architectural character, modern updates, and the best of Lakeland living!

The essentials

Built
1926
Price / sqft
$286
On market
117 days
Annual tax
$6,924
Flood zone
X · Low risk
Lot
6,970 sqft
Type
Single Family Residence

At a glance

Single family
Built 1926
2 car garage
Driveway
6,970 sqft lot
Lot size
1,976 sqft
Living area

Payment

Est. monthly payment
$3,806/mo
Down payment (20%)
$113,000
Property taxes
$577/mo
Rate assumed
6.8% · 30 yr
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Details

Type
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1926
Lot
6,970 sqft
Cooling
Central Air, Mini-Split Unit(s)
Heating
Central
Parking
Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Workshop in Garage
Days on Market
117
Built-in Features
Ceiling Fans(s)
Crown Molding
Stone Counters
Lighting
Private Mailbox
Rain Gutters
Convection Oven
Dishwasher
Disposal
Dryer
Gas Water Heater
Microwave
Range
Range Hood
Refrigerator
Washer
Wine Refrigerator
Elementary
Philip O’Brien Elementary
Middle
Sleepy Hill Middle
High
Lakeland Senior High

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

Homestead exemption on file Flood Zone X
Annual Tax (2025)
$6,924
Parcel #
24-28-19-220500-001200

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
Cleveland Park Sub
County
Polk
MLS Area
33803 - Lakeland
Lot Size
6,970 sqft
Corner LotHistoric DistrictCity LimitsSidewalkStreet Brick

Price history

Date
Event
Price
7/23/2026
Price change
Source: Stellar MLS #L4962808
$565,000-5.7%
$286/sqft
-
Price change
Source: Stellar MLS #L4962808
$599,000-4.2%
$303/sqft
6/24/2026
Listed for sale
Source: Stellar MLS #L4962808
$625,000
$316/sqft

Neighborhood

1102 Melton Ave
Lakeland, FL, 33803 · 33803 - Lakeland

Market insights

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List price: $565,000
$560,000 – $565,000
99.5% – 100% of listTops out right at the list price
80% of listList price
87 of the last 152 home closings in 33803 landed at this number or higher (57%). The median one sat 35 days before it went under contract, and this one is on day 117 after a $60,000 cut.

Sample: 152 closed home sales in 33803 over the last 8 months, Stellar MLS. A starting point, not a guarantee.

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Est. monthly payment
$3,806/mo
Principal & interest$2,947
Property taxes$577
Insurance$283
Down payment20% · $113,000
Interest rate6.80%
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Price

$565,000

$286 per sq ft

Beds and baths

4 beds, 3 baths

Size

1,976 sq ft

Time on market

117 days

Year built

1926

Monthly payment

About $3,806/mo

That is 20% down on a 30-year fixed at 6.8%, plus the home's $6,924 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 byPAIGE WAGNER HOMES REALTYListing agent: Paige WagnerListing data from Stellar MLS, MLS# L4962808.

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