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#P4934686, Michelle Heath, Listing Office: CENTURY 21 MYERS REALTY LAKE WALES
$799,000 List price
553 Thornburg Rd Babson Park, FL 33827
$9,488
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full
2,916 sqft
0.9 acres
$274 / sqft
House
Property details
About 553 Thornburg Rd
TRUE LAKEFRONT HOME ON NEARLY ONE ACRE OF LAND SITUATED ON CROOKED LAKE - ONE OF POLK COUNTY'S MOST DESIRABLE LAKES!!! This is the perfect spot for a weekend escape & enjoy the indoor/outdoor style of lakefront living at its best on a huge lot .93 of an acre with 145 feet of lakefront plus frontage on the canal!! This one-owner, custom built lakefront home is extremely spacious and inviting with a comfortable, open floor plan and is designed with water views and casual elegance - located at the end of a cul-de-sac - the perfect spot for an abundance of privacy!! You'll enjoy the oversized picture windows & the glass doors allow for endless water views & gorgeous blue skies! Upon entering the residence, you will be impressed by both breathtaking sunrises and sunsets due to the perfect positioning of this custom-built home! There are two incredible lanais made for enjoying the abundance of wildlife & nature, as well as the stunning native landscape. If family gatherings and entertaining are among your favorite things, this home is absolutely perfect!!! Two oversized "family rooms" or gathering spaces will provide everything you want for a crowd. The large kitchen is completely "open" to the dining room and truly is the heart of the home! The kitchen boasts a breakfast bar, solid surface countertops, stainless appliances and tremendous storage space. "Doing the dishes" with expansive breathtaking views make this kitchen a "cooks dream". All bedrooms are large & the primary bedroom and bath is designed with walk-in-closets, a jetted tub and separate shower! You'll love the gorgeous custom Mahogany doors with brass hardware - they are one-of-a-kind and add to the "character" of this property. Volume ceilings, built-ins & oversized rooms add to the timelessness of this well-appointed home that is secluded and private yet close to Bok Tower, medical, shopping and area restaurants! Call today to see this lake-house treasure!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Electric
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size2,916 sqft
Lot size0.93 Acres
Year built1993
MLS #P4934489
WaterfrontLake Front
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Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Tile
- Interior: Ceiling Fans(s), Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Private Pool: No
- Waterfront: Lake Front
- Exterior: Sliding Doors, Storage
- Heating: Central, Electric
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $799,000
- Price/SqFt: $274
- Annual Tax Amount: $2,715
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: US Hwy 27 S. Lake Wales, turn left onto Alturas Babson Park Cutoff Rd., turn right onto Thornburg Rd., go approximately 1 mile, has sign.
- Year Built: 1993
- Stories: 1
- Living Area: 2,916 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.93 Acres
- MLS Number: P4934489
- MLS Name: MFRMLS
- Office Name: THE K TEAM REAL ESTATE SERVICES LLC
- Office Phone: (863) 604-1601
- Listing Agent: Cathy Kluytenaar
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $214,363 | $2,715 |
| 2022 | $208,119 | $2,690 |
| 2021 | $202,057 | $2,690 |
| 2020 | $199,267 | $2,642 |
| 2018 | $191,155 | $2,533 |
| 2017 | $187,223 | $2,533 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
6
Dale R Fair Babson Park Elementary School
Public Charter KG-5
2.7 mi
•815 N Scenic Hwy
6
Hillcrest Elementary School
Public Charter PK-5
4.6 mi
•1051 State Road 60 E
3
Polk Avenue Elementary School
Public Charter PK-5
4.8 mi
•110 E Polk Ave
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 $49,416. Typical income of Babson Park, FL residents is between $35k-100k annually. Most families are married, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
33%
<35k
46%
35k-100k
15%
100k-200k
6%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
30%
Single, No Kids
4%
Single, with Kids
57%
Married, No Kids
9%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
6%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
10%
18-34 yrs old
40%
35-64 yrs old
39%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
NASCAR
Figure Skating
Hunting
Where do the neighbors shop?
Bass Pro Shops
Dollar General
Academy Sports & Outdoors
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Hardee's
Applebees
Jimmy Johns
What do the neighbors drive?
GMC
Oldsmobile
Cadillac
What do the neighbors listen to?
Classic Country
Oldies
New Country
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Frequently asked questions
About 553 Thornburg Rd
The listing price of 553 Thornburg Rd property is $799,000.
The property 553 Thornburg Rd is a house located in Babson Park, Florida, 33827.
Active Listing: 553 Thornburg Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 553 Thornburg Rd are: Dale R Fair Babson Park Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Hillcrest Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Polk Avenue Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Bok Academy (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), McLaughlin Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Edward W Bok Academy North (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Frostproof Middle/Senior High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Roosevelt Academy (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Lake Wales Senior High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $2,715 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 553 Thornburg Rd has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 553 Thornburg Rd is 2,916 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 553 Thornburg Rd is 1993.
This home is located at 553 Thornburg Rd in Babson Park, FL and zip code 33827. This 2,916 square foot home, which was built in 1993, sits on a 0.93 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 11, 2025 and is currently priced at $799,000.
While more than 0 listings in Babson Park, FL in April 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 1 listings sold at asking price, and more than 3 were sold below. Between March and April 2025, Babson Park, FL real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 3.1%. In April 2025, listings were on the market for 50 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $317,900.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.