$2,494

closing credit¹

17 Wilkes St Avon Park, FL 33825

$210,000
3 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,664 sqft
0.4 acres
$126 / sqft
House

Property details

About 17 Wilkes St

Charming historic home brimming with potential! This classic property is ready for a transformation, offering the perfect opportunity to restore it to its former glory. Step inside and imagine the possibilities with spacious, rooms just waiting for your personal touch. The inviting front porch is the perfect spot to enjoy morning coffee or evening breezes, and the cozy fireplace adds a touch of character to the living room. Set on a large lot with plenty of room for outdoor activities, the property also features two driveways and a convenient carport for parking. A few of the additional rooms, while unfinished, provide endless potential—transform them into extra bedrooms, a home office, or a studio space. Whether you're an investor or looking to make this historic gem your own, this home is packed with potential and waiting for the right person to bring it back to life. Don’t miss out on this rare opportunity!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingOther
StatusActive
CoolingWall/Window Unit(s)
Size1,664 sqft
Lot size0.37 Acres
Year built1925
MLS #L4950365

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Summary

  • MLS Number: L4950365
  • MLS Name: MFRMLS
  • Office Name: LIVE FLORIDA REALTY
  • Office Phone: (863) 868-8905
  • Listing Agent: Cynthia White

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Jul 26, 2019
Home Sold
$36,900
Apr 18, 2011
Home Sold
$16,000
Mar 08, 2001
Home Sold
$48,000
Mar 22, 2000
Home Sold
$35,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$62,571$1,129
2022$53,783$1,028
2021$42,272$1,028
2019$31,452$618
2017$47,721$752

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

3

Avon Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.4 mi

705 Winthrop St

3

Park Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.7 mi

327 E Palmetto St

4

Memorial Elementary School

Public District PK-5

3.5 mi

867 Memorial Dr

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $43,644. Typical income of Avon Park, FL residents is between $35k-100k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

32%
<35k
60%
35k-100k
8%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

37%
Single, No Kids
16%
Single, with Kids
31%
Married, No Kids
16%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

14%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
24%
18-34 yrs old
34%
35-64 yrs old
20%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating
  • Extreme SportsExtreme Sports
  • NASCARNASCAR

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • KmartKmart
  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • Academy Sports & OutdoorsAcademy Sports & Outdoors

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Bob EvansBob Evans
  • Little CaesarsLittle Caesars
  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BuickBuick
  • ChevroletChevrolet
  • RamRam

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • OldiesOldies
  • Adult StandardsAdult Standards
  • CountryCountry
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 17 Wilkes St

This home is located at 17 Wilkes St in Avon Park, FL and zip code 33825. This 1,664 square foot home, which was built in 1925, sits on a 0.37 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 30, 2025 and is currently priced at $210,000.

In January 2025 more than 0 listings in Avon Park, FL were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 5 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 11 were sold below. Between December and January 2025, Avon Park, FL real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 25.4%. In January 2025 median list price was $225,022 and the average listing age was 107 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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