1240 DRUID CIRCLE, LAKE WALES, FL, 33853
Active183 days on marketListed Feb 3, 2026MLS #S5143114
About this home
1240 DRUID CIRCLE
Welcome to 1240 Druid Circle in Lake Wales, a versatile property offering privacy, space, and freedom with no HOA and no CDD. Situated on a nearly half-acre corner lot, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath home includes a flex room that can easily function as a third bedroom, office, or hobby space. Recent updates add value and peace of mind, including a 2024 roof, newer windows installed around 2021, a solar water heater, and a newer refrigerator. All appliances convey. The home also features a massive Florida room, perfect for relaxing or entertaining year-round. Outside, the fully fenced lot provides endless possibilities with ample space for a garden, RVs, boats, trailers, or other toys. A standout feature is the workshop or she-shed with power and water, along with an additional covered lanai nearby. The two-car carport can also double as a covered lanai, adding even more flexible outdoor living space. This property is ideal for buyers seeking room to spread out, store equipment, or enjoy a more self-sufficient lifestyle, all while remaining conveniently located in Lake Wales.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1,115
Sqft
0.39 ac
Lot size
1951
Year built
One
Levels
$269
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 — not generic estimates.
$2,337 /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
$2,337/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
+83.2%
$/sqft vs Lake Wales actives
$269 vs $174
Days on market
183 vs 54 typical
Where $269/sqft sits among the 368 Lake Wales 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 Lake Wales
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Get to know Lake Wales. See the full Lake Wales guide →
LAKE WALES 33853 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
12,385
Median age
37.3
Median income
$40,938
Median home value
$198,100
Avg household
2.57
Households w/ children
1,565
For the school run
Polk County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Lake Wales market
$275K → $271K
Lake Wales median sold, yr/yr
96.3%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
161 of 368
Lake Wales actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Lake Wales, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 41% above the LAKE WALES 33853 median. See the full Lake Wales market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 1240 DRUID CIRCLE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Sep ’25$230,000
1222 DRUID CIRCLE · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,180 sqft · $195/sqft · 5 DOM
Sold · Feb ’26$300,000
530 SKYVIEW AVENUE · same community
3 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,254 sqft · $239/sqft · 124 DOM
Sold · Sep ’25$150,000
425 S 12TH STREET · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,320 sqft · $114/sqft · 89 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 1240 DRUID CIRCLE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 1240 DRUID CIRCLE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
1240 DRUID CIRCLE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 1240 DRUID CIRCLE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $2,337/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill 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.
What are the property taxes on 1240 DRUID CIRCLE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $3,351. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
How does the price compare to other homes in Lake Wales?+
At $299,900, this home is listed about 20% above the Lake Wales median of $249,995. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 1240 DRUID CIRCLE?+
Bartow Senior High School (high) — Polk County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Three things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$299,900 runs 41% above the LAKE WALES 33853 median.
02Time on market is leverage
183 days on market against a Lake Wales median of 54 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
03The price has already moved
Listed at $324,900, now $299,900 — a $25K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of AVANTI WAY REALTY LLC · Jim McQuade. MLS #S5143114.
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