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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

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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

  1. Listing updated with changes from the MLS®
  2. Status changed to Active
  3. Price changed to $5,500,000
  4. Listing first seen on site

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Listing courtesy of K REALTY (508) 259-8853

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Last checked: 2026-11-15 02:39 PM EST

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