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$2,731 Closing Credit¹
#313712, Listing Office: Home Town Realty Pros
$269,900 List price
228 Illinois Ave Wauchula, FL 33873
$3,205
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full
2,616 sqft
0.5 acres
$103 / sqft
House
Property details
About 228 Illinois Ave
**Investor Special!** Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a **corner lot** property sitting on **almost half an acre**! With **2,616 sq ft of living space** and a total of **3,323 sq ft**, this home offers incredible potential for renovation, expansion, or redevelopment. Conveniently located **near schools** and major amenities, it's perfect for flipping, renting, or creating your dream home. Plenty of space, a great layout, and a prime location and here's the best part-** a brand-new roof will be installed before closing!**this one won’t last long!**
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Electric
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
Size2,616 sqft
Lot size0.48 Acres
Year built1954
ParkingGarage
MLS #313837
Garage2 spaces
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Summary
- MLS Number: 313837
- MLS Name: HeartlandFL
- Office Name: COLDWELL BANKER AM-SOUTH REALT
- Office Phone: (863) 773-2122
- Office Email: gary@amsouthrealty.com
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228 Illinois Ave
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 12, 2011 | Home Sold | $100,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $216,252 | $3,767 |
| 2022 | $168,227 | $3,355 |
| 2021 | $147,319 | $3,355 |
| 2020 | $126,691 | $2,811 |
| 2019 | $82,201 | $994 |
| 2017 | $79,160 | $948 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
Wauchula Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.5 mi
•400 S Florida Ave
4
North Wauchula Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.8 mi
•1120 N Florida Ave
5
Hilltop Elementary School
Public District PK-5
2.5 mi
•2401 US Highway 17 N
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 $46,141. The most common annual income of people living in Wauchula, FL is between $35k-100k. The majority of families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.
How much money do the neighbors make?
28%
<35k
67%
35k-100k
5%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
37%
Single, No Kids
16%
Single, with Kids
21%
Married, No Kids
26%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
20%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
30%
18-34 yrs old
32%
35-64 yrs old
9%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Extreme Sports
College Football
Figure Skating
Where do the neighbors shop?
Academy Sports & Outdoors
Express/Express For Men
Kmart
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Little Caesars
Sonic
Bob Evans
What do the neighbors drive?
Chevrolet
Kia
Buick
What do the neighbors listen to?
Country
New Country
Oldies
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 228 Illinois Ave
This home is located at 228 Illinois Ave in Wauchula, FL and zip code 33873. This 2,616 square foot home, which was built in 1954, sits on a 0.48 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 23, 2025 and is currently priced at $269,900.
While more than 3 listings in Wauchula, FL in March 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 2 listings sold at asking price, and more than 6 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Wauchula, FL between February and March 2025 decreased by 13.3%. In March 2025 median list price was $260,000 and the average listing age was 96 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.