6838 SHIMMERING DRIVE, LAKELAND, FL, 33813
Active26 days on marketListed Jul 8, 2026MLS #L4963277
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About this home
6838 SHIMMERING DRIVE
Gated, lakefront, private dock, community pool, this is South Lakeland, Florida living at its finest. Welcome to this beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 2-bath home featuring a desirable triple-split floor plan and a bonus Florida room, the perfect place to enjoy your morning coffee while watching the sunrise over the lake. Twin Lakes at Christina offers a clubhouse, community pool, lawn maintenance, and exterior pest control, making everyday living as convenient as it is enjoyable. Step outside to your private dock with electricity and spend your days boating, fishing, or simply relaxing while taking in the peaceful waterfront views. Inside, the thoughtfully updated interior features a custom kitchen with wood cabinetry, granite countertops, a matching granite backsplash, new sink, and updated fixtures. The spacious primary suite offers a stunning all-granite walk-in shower and double vanity with granite countertops, while the guest bath has been beautifully updated with coordinating granite finishes. New luxury vinyl plank flooring, fresh interior paint, and custom granite window sills add elegant finishing touches throughout the home. Major updates include the kitchen and bathrooms remodeled 2025, a 2022 roof, 2022 garage door motor, 2023 irrigation system, 50-gallon water heater, new landscaping, and more, giving you peace of mind for years to come. This one is truly move in ready just waiting for you!
Facts & features
The home at a glance
4
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,970
Sqft
0.15 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
2004
Year built
One
Levels
$211
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.
$3,167 /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
$3,167/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
+8.7%
$/sqft vs Lakeland actives
$211 vs $192
Days on market
26 vs 43 typical
Where $211/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
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LAKELAND 33813 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
38,112
Median age
39.9
Median income
$96,723
Median home value
$330,100
Avg household
2.72
Households w/ children
5,079
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
$316K → $316K
Lakeland median sold, yr/yr
97.8%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
207 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 3% above the LAKELAND 33813 median. See the full Lakeland market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 6838 SHIMMERING 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$390,000
6925 SHIMMERING DRIVE · same community
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,107 sqft · $185/sqft · 25 DOM
Sold · Jan ’26$405,000
6911 SHIMMERING DRIVE · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,713 sqft · $236/sqft · 99 DOM
Sold · May ’26$425,000
135 COUNTRY CLUB LANE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,972 sqft · $216/sqft · 9 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 6838 SHIMMERING DRIVE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 6838 SHIMMERING DRIVE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
6838 SHIMMERING DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 6838 SHIMMERING DRIVE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $3,167/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $175/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 6838 SHIMMERING DRIVE?+
The association fee works out to $175 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 6838 SHIMMERING DRIVE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $2,459. 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 6838 SHIMMERING DRIVE?+
The listing reports pets: Yes. 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 $415,000, this home is listed about 21% above the Lakeland median of $343,400. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 6838 SHIMMERING DRIVE?+
Medulla Elementary School (elementary), Southwest Middle School (middle), George W. Jenkins Senior High (high) — Polk County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
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Listing courtesy of BHHS FLORIDA PROPERTIES GROUP · Ashley Mossow. MLS #L4963277.
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