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542 & 540 S CLAYTON AVENUE

LAKELAND, FL 33801

MLS#: L4963551

$525,000

Status: Active
Listing number: L4963551
Listing provided by: REGAL REAL ESTATE LLC
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Last update: 21 hours ago
New on site 2 days ago
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BILTMORE PARK SUB - Residential Income

Property

Beds

6

Full Baths

None

1/2 Baths

None

Year Built

1953

Sq.Footage

2,529

Discover the perfect opportunity to live, invest, or generate rental income with this unique property featuring two beautifully remodeled homes and a 29' x 22' detached concrete block storage building on one lot. Whether you choose to live in one home and rent the other, or maximize your returns by leasing both, this property offers incredible flexibility. The larger residence features 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,679 square feet of living space. Inside, you'll find a spacious living room, separate family room, inside laundry, and a stunning new kitchen complete with new cabinetry, countertops, and appliances. Luxury vinyl plank flooring flows throughout the home, complemented by fresh interior paint and new ceiling fans. The second home offers 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and includes a single-car garage with an adjoining storage/laundry room featuring washer and dryer hookups. Like the main home, it has been completely remodeled with luxury vinyl plank flooring, fresh paint, new ceiling fans, and a beautifully updated kitchen with new cabinets, countertops, and appliances. Adding even more value is the detached 29' x 22' concrete block storage building, complete with electricity and a half bath—ideal for a workshop, hobby space, business storage, or additional flex space. Conveniently located in the heart of Lakeland, this property is just a short walk to both Lake Hollingsworth and Lake Morton, offering easy access to scenic walking trails, parks, and all the charm of central Lakeland. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a move-in-ready, income-producing property in one of Lakeland's most desirable locations!

Features & Amenities

Interior

  • Other Interior Features

    Eat-in Kitchen

  • Total Bedrooms

    6

  • Bathrooms

    N/A

  • Cooling YN

    YES

  • Cooling

    Central Air

  • Fireplace YN

    NO

  • Heating YN

    YES

  • Heating

    Electric

  • Pet friendly

    N/A

Exterior

  • Garage

    Yes

  • Garage spaces

    1

  • Construction Materials

    Block

  • Parking

    Attached

  • Pool

    No

  • Waterfront YN

    NO

Area & Lot

  • Lot Size(acres)

    0.29

  • Lot Size(square feet)

    12,528

  • Property Type

    Residential Income

  • Property Sub Type

    Duplex

Price

  • Sales Price

    $525,000

  • Tax Amount

    $3,319.35

  • Sq. Footage

    2,529

  • Price/SqFt

    $207

HOA

  • Association

    No

School District

  • Elementary School

    N/A

  • Middle School

    N/A

  • High School

    N/A

Property Features

  • New Construction

    NO

  • Foundation Details

    Slab

  • Ownership

    Fee Simple

  • Senior Community YN

    NO

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

  • Tax Lot

    1

  • Water Source

    Public

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Discover the perfect opportunity to live, invest, or generate rental income with this unique property featuring two beautifully remodeled homes and a 29' x 22' detached concrete block storage building on one lot. Whether you choose to live in one home and rent the other, or maximize your returns by leasing both, this property offers incredible flexibility. The larger residence features 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,679 square feet of living space. Inside, you'll find a spacious living room, separate family room, inside laundry, and a stunning new kitchen complete with new cabinetry, countertops, and appliances. Luxury vinyl plank flooring flows throughout the home, complemented by fresh interior paint and new ceiling fans. The second home offers 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and includes a single-car garage with an adjoining storage/laundry room featuring washer and dryer hookups. Like the main home, it has been completely remodeled with luxury vinyl plank flooring, fresh paint, new ceiling fans, and a beautifully updated kitchen with new cabinets, countertops, and appliances. Adding even more value is the detached 29' x 22' concrete block storage building, complete with electricity and a half bath—ideal for a workshop, hobby space, business storage, or additional flex space. Conveniently located in the heart of Lakeland, this property is just a short walk to both Lake Hollingsworth and Lake Morton, offering easy access to scenic walking trails, parks, and all the charm of central Lakeland. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a move-in-ready, income-producing property in one of Lakeland's most desirable locations!

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