1925 John Arthur Way, Lakeland, FL 33803
$525,000
Property Type:
Residential
Bedrooms:
4
Baths:
3
Square Footage:
2,512
Lot Size (sq. ft.):
9,988
Status:
Active
Current Price:
$525,000
List Date:
1/12/2026
Last Modified:
2/05/2026
Description
Experience the perfect blend of modern charm and classic Florida private LAKEFRONT living at 1925 John Arthur Way INSIDE CITY LIMITS. This spacious 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath POOL home has been fully renovated. This rare lakefront property sits on a spacious lot, offering endless possibilities—while enjoying breathtaking views of Lake Bentley. Every detail has been thoughtfully upgraded, including all NEW WINDOWS throughout, NEW HOT WATER HEATER, and an UPGRADED ELECTRIAL PANEL. Inside, the split bedroom floor plan is full of natural light and seamlessly connects to the fully renovated kitchen with BRAND NEW SS appliances and outdoor entertaining space, ideal for everything from lively gatherings to peaceful relaxation. This home boasts a huge family room, a large living room and tile throughout! Plenty of parking and storage in the oversized 2 car garage. Clean modern lines and modern finishes create a stylish, functional interior that harmonizes beautifully with the serene surroundings.
Supplements: Step outside to unwind on your beautiful 42' x 29' screened pool deck, take a dip in the sparkling pool, and soak in the stunning lake views. Fish right off your dock on this private lake! Optional membership to the Sylvester Shores Association is available for just $25 annually. Membership grants access to private Lake Bentley, including a pavilion area. With turnkey renovations, flexible lot potential, and rare lakefront access, 1925 John Arthur Way is more than just a home. It's a move-in-ready sanctuary that offers modern design, adaptable living spaces, and the ultimate Florida lakefront lifestyle. With no public boat ramp, Lake Bentley offers a quieter environment for skiing, jet skis, boating, and fishing across its 53 acres. Located just 10 minutes from Downtown Lakeland and only 20 minutes from Lakeland Regional Health and Watson Clinic, this property offers exceptional convenience. Quick access to the Polk Parkway places Tampa and Orlando International Airports within easy reach. Ideal for students, faculty, or anyone who enjoys being near Lakeland's Colleges and Universities; the home is minutes from Florida Southern College, Southeastern University, Polk State College, and Keiser University. Shopping, dining, entertainment, parks, golf, and museums are all just a short drive away. All information recorded in the MLS is intended to be accurate but cannot be guaranteed.
More Information MLS# 1221587
General Property Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.2293
Lot Size Dimensions: 90x100
Living Area: 1968
CDD Fee YN: No
Association YN: No
Waterfront YN: Yes
Senior Community YN: No
Direction Faces: North
Directions: From I-4, take the Polk Parkway and exit at US HWY 98N/Bartow Rd. Turn onto US 98 N. Left on Sylvester Rd. Left on Sherwood Park. Right on John Arthur Way. Home on left side.
Public Remarks: Experience the perfect blend of modern charm and classic Florida private LAKEFRONT living at 1925 John Arthur Way INSIDE CITY LIMITS. This spacious 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath POOL home has been fully renovated. This rare lakefront property sits on a spacious lot, offering endless possibilities—while enjoying breathtaking views of Lake Bentley. Every detail has been thoughtfully upgraded, including all NEW WINDOWS throughout, NEW HOT WATER HEATER, and an UPGRADED ELECTRIAL PANEL. Inside, the split bedroom floor plan is full of natural light and seamlessly connects to the fully renovated kitchen with BRAND NEW SS appliances and outdoor entertaining space, ideal for everything from lively gatherings to peaceful relaxation. This home boasts a huge family room, a large living room and tile throughout! Plenty of parking and storage in the oversized 2 car garage. Clean modern lines and modern finishes create a stylish, functional interior that harmonizes beautifully with the serene surroundings.
Water Body Access YN: Yes
Homestead YN: No
Furnished: Unfurnished
Stories: 1
List Price/SqFt: 266.77
Bedrooms Total: 4
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Total: 3
Year Built: 1963
Contract Information
Property Attached YN: No
Current Price: $525,000
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Status: Active
List Price: $525,000
Listing Contract Date: 2026-01-12
Currently Not Used
Bedrooms Total: 4
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Half: 1
Bathrooms Total: 3
Living Area Source: Public Records
Building Area Total: 2512
Year Built: 1963
Accessibility Features YN: No
New Construction YN: No
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Carport YN: No
Pool Private YN: Yes
Location, Tax, and Legal
Country: US
Parcel Number: 24-28-29-249800-006010
Tax Annual Amount: 5262.31
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Legal Description: SYLVESTER SHORES PB 44 PG 40 BLK F LOT 1
View
Lake: 1
Water: 1
Foundation Details
Block: 1
Lock Box Type
Combo: 1
See Remarks: 1
Appliances
Dishwasher: 1
Electric Range: 1
Microwave: 1
Refrigerator: 1
Construction Materials
Block: 1
Cooling
Central Air: 1
Current Use
Residential: 1
Single Family: 1
Exterior Features
Dock: 1
Flooring
Tile: 1
Heating
Central: 1
Laundry Features
In Unit: 1
Levels
One: 1
Listing Terms
Cash: 1
Conventional: 1
FHA: 1
VA Loan: 1
Parking Features
Additional Parking: 1
Garage: 1
RV Access/Parking: 1
Pool Features
In Ground Private: 1
Screen Enclosure: 1
Possession
Close Of Escrow: 1
Road Surface Type
Asphalt: 1
Roof
Shingle: 1
Sewer
Public Sewer: 1
Utilities
Electricity Connected: 1
Sewer Connected: 1
Water Connected: 1
Water Source
Public: 1
Waterfront Features
Lake Front: 1
Architectural Style
Contemporary: 1
Mid-Century Modern: 1
Patio And Porch Features
Deck: 1
Front Porch: 1
Rear Porch: 1
Screened: 1
Interior Features
Ceiling Fan(s): 1
Eat-in Kitchen: 1
Entrance Foyer: 1
Open Floorplan: 1
Primary Downstairs: 1
Split Bedrooms: 1
Property Condition
Updated/Remodeled: 1
Water Body Access Type
Navigable: 1
Room Types
Bedroom 1: 1
Bedroom 1 Level: Main
Bedroom 2: 1
Bedroom 2 Level: Main
Bedroom 3: 1
Bedroom 3 Level: Main
Florida Room: 1
Florida Room Level: Main
Great Room: 1
Great Room Level: Main
Kitchen: 1
Kitchen Level: Main
Living Room: 1
Living Room Level: Main
Primary Bedroom: 1
Primary Bedroom Level: Main
Location Tax and Legal
Street Number: 1925
Street Name: John Arthur
Street Suffix: Way
County: Polk
State: FL
Postal Code: 33803
MLS Area Major: 99 - Other
Subdivision Name: Not In Subdivision
Status Change Information
Major Change Timestamp: 2026-01-12T15:04:58Z
Major Change Type: New Listing
Property Features
Foundation Details: Block
Lock Box Type: Combo; See Remarks
Architectural Style: Contemporary; Mid-Century Modern
Levels: One
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Appliances: Dishwasher; Electric Range; Microwave; Refrigerator
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s); Eat-in Kitchen; Entrance Foyer; Open Floorplan; Primary Downstairs; Split Bedrooms
Flooring: Tile
Laundry Features: In Unit
Utilities: Electricity Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Central
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Construction Materials: Block
Exterior Features: Dock
Patio And Porch Features: Deck; Front Porch; Rear Porch; Screened
Pool Features: In Ground Private; Screen Enclosure
Roof: Shingle
Parking Features: Additional Parking; Garage; RV Access/Parking
View: Lake; Water
Water Body Access Type: Navigable
Waterfront Features: Lake Front
Current Use: Residential; Single Family
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Possession: Close Of Escrow
Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan
Room Types: Bedroom 1; Bedroom 2; Bedroom 3; Florida Room; Great Room; Kitchen; Living Room; Primary Bedroom
Room Information
Bedroom 1
Level: Main
Length: 11.00
Length: 11.00
Width: 10.00
Width: 10.00
Kitchen
Level: Main
Length: 12.00
Length: 12.00
Width: 10.00
Width: 10.00
Primary Bedroom
Level: Main
Length: 14.00
Length: 14.00
Width: 12.00
Width: 12.00
Bedroom 2
Level: Main
Length: 11.00
Length: 11.00
Width: 10.00
Width: 10.00
Bedroom 3
Level: Main
Length: 12.00
Length: 12.00
Width: 10.00
Width: 10.00
Florida Room
Level: Main
Length: 16.00
Length: 16.00
Width: 12.00
Width: 12.00
Great Room
Level: Main
Length: 20.00
Length: 20.00
Width: 15.00
Width: 15.00
Living Room
Level: Main
Length: 18.00
Length: 18.00
Width: 14.00
Width: 14.00
Listing Office:
Simply Real Estate
Last Updated: February - 05 - 2026
Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.