For SaleLandActive
1503 S Highland Park Drive
Lake Wales, FL 33898
$5,500,000
505 Days On Site
- 77.75Acres
- PolkCounty
- Subdivision
- Highland Park Sub
- County
- Polk
- MLS®
- S5128193
Overview
Historic 18-Hole Golf Course on 150 Acres – Central Florida An extraordinary opportunity to own a piece of Florida’s rich golfing heritage. Spanning 150 acres of gently rolling terrain, this property features a historic 18-hole golf course originally designed in 1927 by the esteemed architectural firm Stiles & Van Kleek. Thoughtfully integrated into the natural contours of the Central Florida Ridge, the course offered a distinctive and challenging experience for players of all skill levels until its last operation in 2019. Located in a peaceful and welcoming neighborhood in Polk County, the property sits beside the landmark Josefine Castle—a magnificent 32-room estate built in 1923 as a romantic gesture, adding timeless charm and architectural elegance to the site. Surrounded by pristine lakes and lush scenery, this expansive parcel offers exceptional potential—whether restored to its former glory as a premier golf destination or reimagined as a luxury residential or resort development. Property Highlights: 150 acres of scenic, gently rolling, and developable land, Historic 18-hole golf course layout, Designed by legendary architects Stiles & Van Kleek (1927), Adjacent to the iconic 32-room Josefine Castle, Peaceful, established neighborhood in Polk County, Minutes from Bok Tower Gardens, a National Historic Landmark, Only 20 minutes from Legoland Florida, Easy access and available for private showings. This is a once-in-a-generation chance to acquire a truly unique property steeped in history and natural beauty. Schedule your private tour today
Listing Snapshot
- Price
- $5,500,000
- Days On Site
- 505 Days
- Bedrooms
- N/A
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- N/A
- Total Baths
- N/A
- Full Baths
- N/A
- Partial Baths
- N/A
- Lot Size
- 77.75 Acres
- Year Built
- N/A
- MLS® Number
- S5128193
- Status
- Active
- Property Tax
- $7,818.79 (2024)
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- N/A
- Sq Ft Source
- N/A
Property Details
General Features
6 items
- Acres
- 77.75
- Additional Property Use
- Commercial
- Security
- Security System Owned
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Utilities
- Electricity Available, Water Available
- Water Source
- Private, Well
Exterior Features
8 items
- Frontage
- 500
- Lot Features
- Corner Lot, Cul-De-Sac, Near Golf Course, On Golf Course, Waterfront
- Other Structures
- Workshop
- Road Frontage
- City Street
- View
- Pond, Water
- Waterfront
- Yes
- Waterfront Features
- Lake Privileges, Pond
- Waterview
- Pond, Water
Community Features
3 items
- MLS Area
- 33898 - Lake Wales
- Township
- 30
- Roads
- Asphalt
Location
1503 S Highland Park Drive, Lake Wales, FL 33898 · 33898 - Lake Wales
Neighborhood & Commute
ZIP Code 33898
- Median household income
- $51,539
- Income per person
- $28,651
- Households
- 9,586
- Average household size
- 2.27
- Median age
- 50.4
Source: Walk Score.
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Schools
- Elementary School
- Frostproof Elem
- Middle School
- McLaughlin Academy Of Excellence
- High School
- Lake Gibson High
Price & Status History
- Listing updated with changes from the MLS®
- Status changed to Active
- Price changed to $5,500,000
- Listing first seen on site











