1505 e elm road

Short Sale. SHORT SALE – PRICE NOT YET APPROVED BY LENDER. This charming 2-bedroom Spanish-style bungalow is located in the established Shore Acres community of Lakeland, just moments from Lake Bonny, Lake Parker, and the Lake-to-Lake Bikeway. Featuring an oversized, fenced lot with mature shade trees and no HOA or CDD, it’s an excellent opportunity for first-time buyers or investors looking to build equity and unlock future value. Originally renovated in 2018, the home blends vintage character with modern upgrades, including stainless steel appliances, updated kitchen cabinetry, a dual-sink bathroom with custom tile, French doors leading to the spacious backyard, and modern vinyl and laminate flooring throughout. The living room showcases arched doorways, crown molding, and a decorative fireplace ready for an electric insert. The dining room offers flexibility as a home office or den, and the backyard provides plenty of room for entertaining, gardening, or potential expansion. Additional features include a dedicated laundry area, carport with ceiling fan, newer fixtures, and off-street parking. With close proximity to local colleges, Polk Parkway, I-4, and downtown Lakeland—and just under an hour to Walt Disney World and 90 minutes to the Gulf beaches—this home delivers on flexibility, location, and potential. Zoned RA-3 and located in Flood Zone X, the property uses public utilities and sits on approximately 0.30 acres. Buyer to verify all information. Home is sold as-is. Sale is subject to lender approval.