- 3 beds
- 3 baths
- 2,592 sq ft
3838 Bedford Ave, Winter Haven, FL, 33884
Community: Traditions at Lake Ruby
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Home type
Single family
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Year built
2015
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Lot size
7,209 sq ft
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Price per sq ft
$166
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Taxes
$3047 / Yr
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HOA fees
$485 / Mo
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Last updated
Today
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Views
8
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Overview
Welcome to Traditions at Lake Ruby, Winter Haven’s desirable gated 55+ community, where resort-style amenities, beautiful surroundings, & an active lifestyle come together! This beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom residence offers an exceptional floor plan featuring TWO BEDROOMS FEATURE PRIVATE EN SUITE BATHROOMS, a THREE-CAR GARAGE, AN OFFICE/FLEX SPACE and picturesque views of a tranquil pond and fountain. From the moment you arrive, you’ll appreciate the home’s inviting curb appeal, freshly painted exterior, and attractive paver driveway. Inside, a spacious, thoughtfully designed floor plan welcomes you with freshly painted interiors, recently replaced flooring, and an abundance of natural light. The ROOF was REPLACED IN 2024 and the HVAC SYSTEM was REPLACED IN 2021, offering added peace of mind. One of the home’s most appealing features is its thoughtfully designed split-bedroom floor plan, with all three bedrooms positioned in separate areas of the home for exceptional privacy. The spacious primary suite offers a peaceful retreat with beautiful pond and fountain views, along with sliding glass doors providing direct access to the screened patio. Imagine stepping outside each morning to enjoy your coffee while overlooking the water! The second bedroom features its own private en suite bathroom, making it ideal for overnight guests, while the third bedroom is conveniently located near a full guest bathroom just outside its door. An additional flex room with double-entry doors provides the perfect space for a home office, hobby room, or private sitting area. Designed with both comfortable everyday living and entertaining in mind, the home features a formal living room, formal dining room, and spacious great room. The beautifully appointed kitchen offers granite countertops, a breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances, and an abundance of attractive cabinetry providing generous storage. An adjoining dinette offers a charming setting for casual dining while enjoying the beautiful water views. Perhaps one of the most captivating features of this home is the picturesque pond and fountain that serve as a stunning backdrop from nearly every main living area. Enjoy these peaceful views from the primary suite, formal living room, formal dining room, kitchen, dinette, and screened patio. Sliding glass doors from the great room and primary suite provide convenient access to the screened outdoor living space, creating a seamless connection between indoor comfort and Florida’s beautiful outdoors. The home’s northeast-facing front exposure allows for lovely natural light throughout the day. Beyond the home itself, Traditions at Lake Ruby offers an exceptional resort-style lifestyle! Residents enjoy a beautiful lakefront clubhouse overlooking Lake Ruby, a heated swimming pool and spa, fitness center, aerobics studio, ballroom, billiards room, library, arts and crafts room, and inviting spaces for community gatherings. Outdoor amenities include tennis, pickleball, bocce ball, and shuffleboard courts, scenic walking paths, a dog park, & access to Lake Ruby. An active social calendar filled with clubs, activities, and community events provides wonderful opportunities to enjoy the lifestyle this neighborhood is known for. Conveniently situated near shopping, restaurants, medical facilities, and everything Winter Haven has to offer, this community provides the perfect balance of peaceful surroundings & everyday convenience.
Interior
Appliances
- Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms
- Total bathrooms: 3
- Full baths: 3
Laundry
- Inside
- Laundry Room
Cooling
- Central Air
Heating
- Central
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Living/Dining Room, Open Floorplan, Split Bedrooms, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
Levels
- One
Size
- 2,592 sq ft
Exterior
Private Pool
- No
Patio & Porch
- Covered, Rear Porch, Screened
Roof
- Shingle
Garage
- Attached
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Driveway
- Garage Door Opener
- Golf Cart Garage
- Golf Cart Parking
- Ground Level
- Oversized
- Garage
Carport
- None
Year Built
- 2015
Lot Size
- 0.17 acres
- 7,209 sq ft
Waterfront
- No
Water Source
- Public
Sewer
- Public Sewer
Community Info
HOA Information
- Association Fee: $485
- Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
- Association Fee Includes: Cable TV, Clubhouse, Fence Restrictions, Fitness Center, Gated, Maintenance, Pickleball, Pool, Recreation Facilities, Shuffleboard Court, Tennis Court(s), Trail(s), Cable TV, Common Area Taxes, Pool(s), Escrow Reserves Fund, Internet, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Private Roads, Recreation Facilities, Trash
Taxes
- Annual amount: $3,047.12
- Tax year: 2025
Senior Community
- Yes
Features
- Deed Restrictions, Dog Park, Fitness Center, Gated, Golf Carts Permitted, Irrigation-Reclaimed Water, Pool, Tennis Court(s)
Location
- City: Winter Haven
- County/Parrish: Polk
- Township: 29
Listing courtesy of: Jessica Willaford, THE STONES REAL ESTATE FIRM, 863-412-2080
MLS ID: L4966446
Listings courtesy of Stellar MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of Nov 14, 2026, 12:37pm PST. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Properties displayed may be listed or sold by various participants in the MLS.
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Community Key Facts
Age Restrictions
- 55+
Amenities & Lifestyle
- See Traditions at Lake Ruby amenities
- See Traditions at Lake Ruby clubs, activities, and classes
Homes in Community
- Total Homes: 552
- Home Types: Single-Family
Gated
- Yes
Construction
- Construction Dates: 2005 - 2020
- Builder: Lennar
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The following amenities are available to Traditions at Lake Ruby - Winter Haven, FL residents:
- Clubhouse/Amenity Center
- Fitness Center
- Outdoor Pool
- Aerobics & Dance Studio
- Card Room
- Arts & Crafts Studio
- Ballroom
- Library
- Billiards
- Walking & Biking Trails
- Tennis Courts
- Bocce Ball Courts
- Shuffleboard Courts
- Basketball Court
- Lakes - Scenic Lakes & Ponds
- Outdoor Patio
- Gazebo
- Boat Launch
There are plenty of activities available in Traditions at Lake Ruby. Here is a sample of some of the clubs, activities and classes offered here.
- Aerobics
- BBQ Parties
- Billiards
- Bocce Ball
- Book Club
- Bridge
- Canasta
- Cards
- Dancing
- Euchre
- Group Fitness Classes
- Movie Nights
- Shuffleboard
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Yoga
- Zumba




