Address
1515 Leighton Avenue, LAKELAND, FL
Price
$ 465,000

Your Agent

Michael Cetinich

Michael Cetinich

904-289-8609

Property Attributes
  • MLS#L4964459
  • TypeSingle Family
  • Listing Status Active
  • CountyPolk
  • CityLAKELAND
  • AreaLakeland
  • NeighborhoodRUGBY ESTATES
  • Zip33803
  • StyleSingle Family Residence
  • Year Built1965
  • Taxes$ 3469
  • Price$ 465,000
  • Bedrooms4
  • Full Bathrooms2
  • Half Bathrooms0
  • Sqr Footage3151
  • Lot Size0.37 Acres
Data Source:
Stellar MLS
Property Description

Welcome to 1515 Leighton Avenue, where classic Lakeland character, an oversized lot, and an incredibly convenient location come together. Tucked away on a quiet dead-end street with NO HOA and no flood zone, this spacious 4-bedroom, 2-bath home sits on more than one-third of an acre and offers the space, flexibility, and charm that can be difficult to find this close to the heart of Lakeland. Step inside to a freshly updated interior featuring new interior paint throughout and beautifully resurfaced and sealed original terrazzo flooring, preserving the home's mid-century character while giving the space a fresh, clean feel. New windows bring in abundant natural light and energy efficiency, while a vintage fireplace and built-in bookshelves add the kind of architectural personality you simply don't find in every home. The versatile floor plan provides plenty of room to spread out, with a formal living room and dining room, separate family room, and a large sunroom that offers even more space for entertaining, relaxing, working from home, or creating a playroom or hobby area. One of the home's most unique features is the oversized laundry and pantry area, complete with built-in storage and enough additional room for a workshop, craft or sewing area, hobby space, or exceptional household storage. Outside, the more than one-third-acre homesite provides generous front and back yards with plenty of room to garden, entertain, play, or simply enjoy the extra outdoor space. With no HOA, you'll also have added flexibility to make the property work for your lifestyle. And the location is hard to beat. Publix is right around the corner, with Downtown Lakeland, Lake Hollingsworth, local parks, schools, medical facilities, shopping, dining, and entertainment all conveniently accessible. Quick access to the Polk Parkway makes traveling throughout Central Florida even easier. If you've been searching for a 4-bedroom home in Lakeland with no HOA, a large lot, mid-century character, terrazzo floors, and convenient access to Downtown Lakeland, 1515 Leighton Avenue delivers a combination of location, space, character, and recent improvements that deserves to be seen in person.

Elementary School Middle School High School
Philip O’Brien Elementary Elementary School Crystal Lake Middle/Jun Middle School Lakeland Senior High High School
Price History
8/27/2026 Listed $465,000

General Features

Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Central
Cooling Central Air
Utilities Electricity Available
Possession Close Of Escrow
Roof Shingle
Appliances Built-In Oven,Dishwasher,Dryer,Range,Washer
Zoning RA-1
Construction Materials Brick
Pets Allowed Yes
Year Built 1965
Levels One
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
Tax Year 2025
Ownership Fee Simple
County Polk
New Construction false
Property Type Residential
Subdivision Name RUGBY ESTATES
Facing Direction East
Garage Y/N false
Total Rooms 3
Full Baths 2
Status Active
Directions From Bartow Road, turn west onto Crystal Lake Drive. Turn left onto Leighton Ave. The property will be on your right.
High School Lakeland Senior High
City LAKELAND
Senior Community Y/N false
MLS Area 33803 - Lakeland
Lot Size Units Square Feet
Lot Size Square Feet 16200
Carport Spaces 2
Carport Y/N true
Listing Terms Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Elementary School Philip O’Brien Elementary
Land Lease Y/N false
Tax Annual Amount 3469.83
Middle/Junior High School Crystal Lake Middle/Jun
Property Condition Completed
Additional Parcels Y/N false
Lease Considered Y/N true
Virtual Tour https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview/stellar/L4964459
Building Area Units Square Feet
Living Area Units Square Feet
Standard Status Active
Occupancy Type Owner
Tax Lot 3
Legal Description RUGBY ESTATES PB 46 PG 27 BLK B LOT 3
Minimum Lease No Minimum
Water Access Y/N false
Additional Rooms Den/Library/Office,Florida Room,Formal Dining Room Separate,Inside Utility,Storage Rooms
Water View Y/N false
Flood Zone Code x
In Law Suite YN false
Flood Zone Code X Yes

Interior Features

Interior Amenities Skylight(s),Thermostat
Flooring Terrazzo
Furnished Y/N Unfurnished
Fireplace Features Living Room,Masonry,Wood Burning
Total Stories 1
Air Conditioning Y/N true
Heating Y/N true
Window Features ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows
Fireplace Y/N true
Laundry Features Inside,Laundry Room
Total Bedrooms 4
LivingAreaSource Public Records
Total Baths 2

Exterior Features

Exterior Amenities Lighting
Vegetation Trees/Landscaped
Parking Features Covered,Driveway
Water Source Public
Lot Size Area 16200
Foundation Details Slab
Building Area Total 3722
Lot Dimensions 110 x 147
Lot Size Acres 0.37
Road Surface Type Asphalt,Paved
Private Pool false
Waterfront Y/N false
Covered Spaces 2
Number of Lots 1

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Property vs Single Family Average in 33803

Price
AVG $520K
$470K
Taxes
AVG $4,146
$3,469
Year Built
AVG 1967
1965

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Your Agent

Michael Cetinich

Michael Cetinich

904-289-8609

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