by Global Lifestyle Properties

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$1,460,000
● House - Off Market

3824 GAINES DRIVE

WINTER HAVEN, FL 33884
bedrooms
7 Beds
bathrooms
5 Baths, 2 Half Baths
square feet
7,448 Ft²
$8,601
Est. Monthly
$46
HOA / Fees

About This Property

Luxury lakefront home on the Winter Haven Chain of Lakes! A true luxury lakefront masterpiece on the shores of Lake Eloise, one of the most beautiful lakes on the world-famous Winter Haven Chain of Lakes. This architecturally stunning modern estate delivers more than 7,400 sq ft of interior living space with 7 bedrooms, 5 full baths, and 2 half baths, blending contemporary design, industrial-inspired details, and resort-style outdoor living.

Commanding attention from the moment you arrive, the home features an elevated facade and dramatic dual staircase leading to an impressive open-concept great room with 28-foot ceilings, a full wall of glass, and sweeping panoramic lake views. Light-filled living spaces include a sunken formal living room with wood-burning fireplace, an expansive lower-level great room anchored by a suspended granite table, and a private media lounge opening to a peaceful courtyard.

The chef-inspired kitchen is a showpiece of modern design with stainless-steel counters, frosted glass cabinetry, bar seating for twelve, and high-end Miele appliances-including dual dishwashers and an integrated espresso system. A 260-gallon saltwater aquarium and a fiber-optic starlit ceiling elevate the ambiance, all seamlessly integrated with the home's smart automation system.

Two primary suites-one on each level-feature spa-like baths and uninterrupted lake views. Additional guest suites include two private en-suite bedrooms and two connected by a stylish Jack-and-Jill bath. A seventh bedroom captures extraordinary water vistas, while an office/den provides flexibility for an eighth bedroom, playroom, or multigenerational living.

The outdoor spaces rival a private resort, featuring a lakefront pool and spa, sandy shoreline, and a newly built summer kitchen with grill, pizza oven, kegerator, and sink. The private dock and boathouse offer an electric boat lift, dual jet ski lifts, and large sun deck-perfect for exploring the Chain's 20+ lakes, waterfront dining, and seasonal LEGOLAND fireworks.

Additional features include a two-car garage, dual carports for four vehicles, and an expansive paver drive. Recent updates include a new roof (2023), updated A/C units, and dual water heaters (2019).

Ideally situated between Tampa and Orlando, this Lake Eloise estate delivers world-class waterfront living, bold architectural design, and a lifestyle unmatched anywhere else on the Winter Haven Chain of Lakes.
Unit Size
7,448 Ft²
Days on Market
136 days
Land Size
0.64 acres
Price per sqft
$201
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
$1,194
HOA Dues
$46
Year Built
1980

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Last updated: 8 months ago (Stellar MLS #P4936581)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Feb 27, 2026 Sold
Sold
Jan 29, 2026 In contract -
In contract
Jan 12, 2026 Price Decreased $1,499,000
↓ $50K (3.2%)
Price Decreased
Dec 11, 2025 Price Decreased $1,549,000
↓ $26K (1.7%)
Price Decreased
Oct 14, 2025 Listed by THE STONES REAL ESTATE FIRM $1,575,000
Listed by THE STONES REAL ESTATE FIRM
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Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1980
  • Effective Year Built: 1980
  • Building Count: 1
  • Bedroom Count: 4
  • Bathroom Count: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Partial Bathrooms: 4
  • Building Condition: 0
  • Building Quality: 7
  • Construction Type: 12
  • Building Style: 28
  • Exterior Walls Type: 12
  • Interior Walls Type: 3
  • Roof Shape Type: 1
  • Roof Cover Type: 14
  • Floor Count: 200
  • Living Units: 1
  • Floor Cover: 15
  • Basement Type: 0
  • Basement Area: 0
  • Garage Type: 1
  • Garage Square Area: 480
  • Parking Space Count: 2
  • Patio Type: 5
  • Porch Type: 63
  • Pool Type: 8
  • Location Influence Type: 172

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 27,826
  • Lot Size Depth Feet: 2,100
  • Lot Size Frontage Feet: 1,250
  • Total Building Area: 7,928
  • Gross Building Area: 7,928
  • Building Area: 7,448
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Fireplace Count: 1
  • Air Conditioning: 1
  • Heating: 0
  • Heated Square Feet: 7,448
  • Heating Fuel Type: 0

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 0
  • Water Service: 0

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Subdivision: GAINES COVE
  • Land Acres: 0000000639
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: 0180
  • State Land Use Code: 001
  • Legal Description 1: GAINES COVE PG 65 PG 4 LOTS 16 & S 25 FT OF 17

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Polk County School District
  • Census Tract: 014005

Geography

  • Assessors Map Reference: Jan 01, 1970
  • Subdivision Tract Number: 687010
  • Parcel: 26-29-09-687010-000160
  • Lot: 16
  • Meridian: SEC 09 TWN 29S RNG 26E
  • Municipality: UNINCORP/SWFWMD/LAKE REGION
  • Latitude: 27.9758
  • Longitude: -81.7136

    Address

  • Full Address: 3824 Gaines Dr
  • Address - House Number: 3824
  • Address - Street Name: Gaines
  • Address - Suffix Type: Dr
  • State: FL
  • City Name: Winter Haven
  • Carrier Code: R001
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 2808
  • Zip Code: 33884

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Amount: $1,365,803
  • Tax Rate Code Area: 92000

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.1776
  • Valuation Date: Jan 03, 2024
  • Confidence Score: 77
  • Final Value: 1,142,844
  • High Value: 1,345,827
  • Low Value: 939,862

    Market Valuation

  • Market Total Value: $959,918
  • Market Land Value: $299,370
  • Market Improvement Value: $660,548

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2022
  • Assessed Total Value: $959,918
  • Assessed Land Value: $299,370
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $660,548

    Sales

  • Current Sale Contract Date: Jul 26, 2023
  • Current Sale Recording Date: Aug 09, 2023
  • Current Sale Price:
  • Current Sale Document Type: 71
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 185895
  • Previous Sale Recording Date: Apr 19, 2022
  • Previous Sale Contract Date: Apr 14, 2022
  • Previous Sale Amount: $950,000
  • Previous Sale Document Type: 71
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When was property at 3824 Gaines Drive built and last sold?
The property at 3824 Gaines Drive was built in 1980 and last sold on Jul 26, 2023 for $1,200,000.
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