• Home type

    Condominium

  • Year built

    1976

  • Lot size

    0 sq ft

  • Price per sq ft

    $139

  • Taxes

    $679 / Yr

  • Last updated

    Today

  • Views

    5


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Overview

This is 55+ living at its best! Fully renovated with high-end finishes, a spotless, move-in-ready interior, and a desirable lakeside setting on the world-famous Winter Haven Chain of Lakes. Welcome to 689 Lake Howard Drive, Unit 213, where thoughtful updates, generous living spaces, and an exceptional waterfront community come together at an attractive price point. Located in The Wellington on the shores of Lake Howard, this impressive 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo feels fresh, modern, and remarkably spacious. The expansive living and dining area features beautiful flooring, crown molding, updated lighting and ceiling fans, and plenty of room for comfortable everyday living and entertaining. Sliding glass doors open to a large enclosed Florida room overlooking the beautifully maintained community grounds, providing even more space to relax and enjoy the Florida lifestyle. The remodeled kitchen is a standout, featuring quartz countertops, abundant white soft-close cabinetry, a farmhouse-style sink, herringbone tile backsplash, under-cabinet lighting, and a complete stainless steel LG appliance package including refrigerator, range, microwave, and dishwasher. Both bathrooms have been beautifully remodeled with quartz-topped vanities and impressive custom tile work. Walk-in showers feature frameless glass enclosures, decorative tile accents, niches, and contemporary finishes. An exceptionally large walk-in closet provides outstanding storage, while an interior laundry closet with included washer and dryer and a large private exterior storage room add everyday convenience. The Wellington offers beautifully landscaped grounds, two pool areas including a heated pool for winter use, clubhouse, shuffleboard, community activities, and a private dock on Lake Howard with access to the Winter Haven Chain of Lakes—perfect for fishing and enjoying life on the water. The condo fee includes basic cable and internet, water, garbage pickup, exterior building maintenance, and grounds maintenance. A private covered parking space is also included. Conveniently located near medical facilities, shopping, restaurants, churches, grocery stores, and charming Downtown Winter Haven. Beautifully remodeled, incredibly spacious, and located in a Chain of Lakes waterfront community—this is 55+ living with the updates already done for you!


Interior

Appliances

  • Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Bedrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2

Bathrooms

  • Total bathrooms: 2
  • Full baths: 2

Laundry

  • Inside
  • Laundry Closet
  • On Floor

Cooling

  • Central Air

Heating

  • Central

Features

  • Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Living/Dining Room, Open Floorplan, Split Bedrooms, Walk-In Closet(s)

Levels

  • One

Size

  • 1,072 sq ft

Exterior

Private Pool

  • No

Patio & Porch

  • Enclosed, Rear Porch

Roof

  • Shingle

Garage

  • None

Carport

  • Carport Spaces:
  • Assigned
  • Covered
  • Guest

Year Built

  • 1976

Waterfront

  • No

Water Source

  • Public

Sewer

  • Public Sewer

Community Info

HOA Information

  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee: $436
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Clubhouse, Pool, Shuffleboard Court, Pool(s), Sewer, Trash, Water

Taxes

  • Annual amount: $679.00
  • Tax year: 2025

Senior Community

  • Yes

Features

  • Buyer Approval Required, Clubhouse, Deed Restrictions, Pool

Location


Listing courtesy of: Michael Stone, THE STONES REAL ESTATE FIRM, 863-412-2080

MLS ID: L4963853

Stellar

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Community Key Facts

The Wellington

Age Restrictions

  • 55+

Amenities & Lifestyle

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Homes in Community

  • Total Homes: 77
  • Home Types: Condos

Gated

  • No

Construction

  • Construction Dates: 1969 - 1981

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