5853 ARLINGTON RIVER DRIVE, LAKELAND, FL, 33811
Active47 days on marketListed Jun 16, 2026MLS #C7526953
About this home
5853 ARLINGTON RIVER DRIVE
Welcome to this beautiful home in the sought after Riverstone Community. This 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom, split floor plan is a gorgeous open concept home that is minutes away from Sun and Fun yearly event. The kitchen has a walk-in, built out pantry to store food and bakeware. The Stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and prep island are any chef's dream. The sink faucet has been replaced so that cleaning up is efficient. The 2-car garage has been epoxied so that everything stays looking like new. The beautiful primary bathroom has been updated to include a tiled shower with a glass door. The bathroom linen closet and primary walk-in closet have been customized to keep life organized. The screened in porch with the lake view is as stunning as the sunsets that can be viewed every night. The house is located on the bend so traffic is minimal. The community offers 2 pools, community center, walking trails, dog park,, and fitness stations. The home is located a short drive from the I-4 and SR60 that lead to Orlando, Tampa, and all the fun spots in Florida. Lakeland is home to many head quarters including Publix, Geico, Carrier, and many more. Please schedule a viewing before this gem is gone.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
4
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,851
Sqft
0.13 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
2020
Year built
One
Levels
$186
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record and the real association fee — not generic estimates.
$2,800 /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:
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$2,800/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. 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.
vs edgeAI estimate
−11.2%
$/sqft vs Lakeland actives
$186 vs $191
Days on market
47 vs 33 typical
Where $186/sqft sits among the 400 Lakeland 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 Lakeland
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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LAKELAND 33811 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
28,456
Median age
36.7
Median income
$85,821
Median home value
$289,800
Avg household
2.78
Households w/ children
3,489
For the school run
Polk County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Lakeland market
$318K → $320K
Lakeland median sold, yr/yr
97.7%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
208 of 400
Lakeland actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Lakeland, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 4% below the LAKELAND 33811 median. See the full Lakeland market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 5853 ARLINGTON RIVER DRIVE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Dec ’25$399,900
5892 ARLINGTON RIVER DRIVE · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,851 sqft · $216/sqft · 54 DOM
Sold · Sep ’25$330,000
5670 ARLINGTON RIVER DRIVE · same community
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,848 sqft · $179/sqft · 12 DOM
Sold · Dec ’25$328,500
5785 ARLINGTON RIVER DRIVE · same community
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,828 sqft · $180/sqft · 15 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
David Ramirez
Real Estate Agent · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 5853 ARLINGTON RIVER DRIVE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 5853 ARLINGTON RIVER DRIVE — before you fall in love.
See it in person
Schedule a tour
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Straight answers
5853 ARLINGTON RIVER DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 5853 ARLINGTON RIVER DRIVE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $2,800/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $14/mo association fee 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.
How much are the HOA fees at 5853 ARLINGTON RIVER DRIVE?+
The association fee works out to $14 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 5853 ARLINGTON RIVER DRIVE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $5,307. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
Are pets allowed at 5853 ARLINGTON RIVER DRIVE?+
The listing reports pets: Cats OK, Dogs OK. 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 Lakeland?+
At $345,000, this home is listed about 1% above the Lakeland median of $340,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 5853 ARLINGTON RIVER DRIVE?+
Medulla Elementary School (elementary), Lakeland Highlands Middle School (middle), George W. Jenkins Senior High (high) — Polk County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Three things that matter here
01Under the LAKELAND 33811 market on paper
$345,000 is 4% below the LAKELAND 33811 median of $358,845, and at $186/sqft it sits under the Lakeland average of $205.
02Waterfront living
This home sits directly on the water — the single scarcest feature in Florida inventory and the strongest long-term value anchor.
03The price has already moved
Listed at $350,000, now $345,000 — a $5K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of GULF COAST LIVING REAL ESTATE · Christopher Lynch. MLS #C7526953.
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