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#A11783410, Nora Flores, Listing Office: 1st Look Realty Inc
$210,000 List price
17 Wilkes St Avon Park, FL 33825
$2,494
Closing credit¹
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
FireplaceDecorative
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Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
- Flooring Type: Other
- Interior: Ceiling Fans(s)
- Fireplace: Decorative
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Private Pool: No
- Exterior: Private Mailbox
- Heating: Other
- Cooling: Wall/Window Unit(s)
- List Price: $210,000
- Price/SqFt: $126
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,129
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: City Lot
- Directions: From Lakeland follow US-98 S, FL-60 E/State Rd 60 E and US-27 S to County Rd 17A W/Truck Route in Highlands County 58 min (48.1 mi) Follow County Rd 17A W/Truck Route and N Lake Ave to Wilkes St. From Tampa Head east on E Cass St toward N Marion St, 2 min (0.5 mi), Follow FL-618 Toll E/Selmon Expy, W Brandon Blvd and State Rd 60 E to Phosphate Blvd S in Mulberry, 43 min (32.7 mi), Take Co Rd 640 to US-17 S/US-98 S, 17 min (13.5 mi), Follow US-98 S to County Rd 17A W/Truck Route in Highlands County, 33 min (29.4 mi), Follow County Rd 17A W/Truck Route and N Lake Ave to Wilkes St From Orlando Get on FL-408 W, 2 min (0.5 mi), Continue on FL-408 W. Take FL-429 S and US-27 S to County Rd 17A W/Truck Route in Highlands County, 1 hr 33 min (84.1 mi), Follow County Rd 17A W/Truck Route and N Lake Ave to Wilkes St
- Year Built: 1925
- Stories: 1
- Living Area: 1,664 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.37 Acres
- 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
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 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
| Year | Assessment | Property 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
6
Park Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.7 mi
•327 E Palmetto St
3
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.
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 Skating
Extreme Sports
NASCAR
Where do the neighbors shop?
Kmart
Stein Mart
Academy Sports & Outdoors
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Bob Evans
Little Caesars
Cracker Barrel
What do the neighbors drive?
Buick
Chevrolet
Ram
What do the neighbors listen to?
Oldies
Adult Standards
Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 17 Wilkes St
The listing price of 17 Wilkes St property is $210,000.
The property 17 Wilkes St is a house located in Avon Park, Florida, 33825.
Active Listing: 17 Wilkes St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 17 Wilkes St are: Avon Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Park Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Memorial Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Avon Park Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Hill Gustat Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Sebring Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Avon Park High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Highlands Virtual School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Sebring High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,129 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on July 26, 2019 for $36,900 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 17 Wilkes St has 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 17 Wilkes St is 1,664 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 17 Wilkes St is 1925.
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.
Over 3 listings were sold over their listed price in April 2025 in Avon Park, FL. In the same period over 26 listings were sold below the listed price and 10 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of listings in Avon Park, FL increased by 3.1% between March and April 2025. Listings spent 85 days on the market in April 2025, and had a median list price of $242,500 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.