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$799,999

For Sale - Active
5530 Driftwood Dr, Lakeland, FL 33809
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,224 Square Feet
0.54 Acres Lot
Built in 1971
For Sale - Active
1 Units
Checked: 23 hours ago
Updated: Aug 03, 2025 at 06:48AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$1,874
Cap Rate
3.3%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-12.2%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.54
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-7.8%

Property Description


0.54 Acres Lot
Built in 1971
For Sale - Active
1 Units

Lakefront living at its finest! This phenomenal home has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 2 additional bonus rooms currently used as the office and a window-lined “Florida” room. Sitting on over half an acre, with unrestricted views of the beautiful Lake Gibson in North Lakeland, it comes fully equipped with a private dock with covered boat slip and electric boat lift. This updated home has been meticulously maintained with a new roof installed in September of 2024, updated double pane windows, and new plumbing and electrical systems redone. This open concept home offers gorgeous views from nearly every living space blending the perfect combination of flow and functionality. The large living space includes a wood-burning fireplace and custom built-in shelving. The spacious kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances, gorgeous wood cabinetry and room for an eat-in kitchen in addition to the dining room space. It also has a separate dry bar area perfect for entertaining. The Florida room is complete with 3 sets of double French doors, and 33 feet of window-lined lakefront views. The French doors give you the flexibility to extend the main living space, or close off the room to be a dedicated bonus room. This room overlooks a large covered back porch. The private office space also has lake views and French doors leading to the back porch. The back porch overlooks a large manicured backyard with mature landscaping that’s equipped with an irrigation system that pumps water from the lake.The primary bedroom boasts gorgeous lake views through the French doors leading to a private patio area, and an en-suite bathroom with separate soaker tub, and walk-in shower, as well as 2 spacious closets.This home is located in North Lakeland with access to shops and dining, and convenient proximity to I-4.This home is positioned so perfectly, you won’t know where to sit to watch the sun set over the lake each day. Schedule your private showing today.

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Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Circular Driveway, Driveway, Garage Door Opener
  • Details: Attached
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Spaces Total: 0

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 3

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 2
  • # of Baths (Total): 2.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 6
  • # of Stories: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Stucco
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Roof Type: Hip
  • Roof Material: Shingle

Land Information

  • Land Use: Residential
  • Land Use Subtype: Single Family Residential

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 232724008800001070
  • Lot Size: 23505 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1971

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $2,292

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Public
  • Heating: Central
  • Cooling: Central Air

Location

  • County: Polk

Listing Details


Listed by:
JP Phillips
KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY SMART
(863) 670-7923

Source:
Stellar MLS
MLS#: L4952363
Stellar MLS

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$1,874
Cap Rate
3.3%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-12.2%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.54
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-7.8%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$799,999
Amount financed:
-$639,999
Down payment:
$160,000
Closing costs:
$24,000
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$184,000
Square feet:
2,224
Cost per square foot:
$360
Monthly rent per square foot:
$1.57

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$639,999
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
6.625%
Principal & interest:
$4,098
Property tax:
$191
Insurance:
$245
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$4,534

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$3,500 $42,000
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$210 -$2,520
Operating income:
$3,290 $39,480

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (5%)
5%-$191-$2,292
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$245-$2,940
Property management: (8%)
8%-$280-$3,360
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$175-$2,100
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$175-$2,100
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (30%)
30%-$1,066-$12,792

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$2,224 $26,688
Mortgage payments:
-$4,098 -$49,176
Cash flow:
$1,874 $22,488