Splurge vs. Steal: Two Lakewood Homes in the Lovely Country Club Estates

Our splurge at 6612 Lakeshore Dr. has a gorgeous master bath.

Splurge vs. Steal is a new feature on CandysDirt.com. Every week, we look at two properties that offer something in common, but are miles apart in their asking price.  

One of Lakewood’s most lovely neighborhoods is Country Club Estates, a close-knit community with incredible location, memorable architecture, and zoning for the coveted Lakewood Elementary. Our Splurge vs. Steal today looks at two houses on the same street, about a block apart, but almost $350K apart in price. 

Splurge: Renovated Home with Incredible Bathrooms

Located about a block in from Abrams Road, the home at 6612 Lakeshore Dr. is a lovely, updated Lakewood find with 2,644 square feet, four bedrooms, three full bathrooms, one half bath, two living areas, and two dining areas, built in 1935. Lots of windows keep the spaces bright, and the second living room has a gas log fireplace and both living rooms have plantation shutters.  

The renovated kitchen now offers granite countertops, lots of countertops, and stainless steel appliances, including a gas range. There’s a downstairs master bedroom with a fabulous bathroom with large walk-in closet with built-ins, Carrera Marble, dual sinks, and an oversized frameless glass shower with dual heads. A second bedroom with bath is also downstairs, along with a powder bath. Upstairs are two additional bedrooms and one bath. This house has a detached and oversized two-car garage, as well as a nice backyard with a pergola overlooking the green space.

This home was listed Aug. 22 by Gene Taylor with Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate for $824,900.

Steal: Corner Lot Tudor with Vintage Character, Updated

Just up the block right on Abrams, our steal is located at 6400 Lakeshore Dr. This home actually has two listings, once as the house you see; the other as a tear-down. Whomp whomp. We hope someone will buy it and love this Tudor with its three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and 1,572 square feet, built in 1927. 

This Country Club Estates home offers updates, as well as original features, like the hardwoods throughout and a beautiful front door with stained glass. The living room has an electric fireplace with a stone surround. The renovated kitchen has white cabinets, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances, including a gas range. The backyard includes an electric gated entry, eight-foot privacy fence, and covered deck.  

This home was listed Aug. 25 by Stacy Simon with Repeat Realty, LLC, for $474,999.