$150,000

706 Ballard Rd Avon Park, FL 33825

$1,781
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full
1,056 sqft
4.2 acres
$142 / sqft
House

Property details

About 706 Ballard Rd

Embrace the tranquil charm of rural Florida living with this unique opportunity just outside Avon Park Lakes. Nestled on a peaceful parcel, this property features a serene private pond with a wood dock—perfect for quiet mornings, fishing, or simply enjoying the natural surroundings. The land includes fixer upper, 3-bedroom, 2-bath mobile home in need of full renovation, offering the perfect canvas for customization. An attached outhouse bath with an instant hot water heater. Optional 2 Bedroom 1 Bath wood Tiny Home available for purchase for $30k. Currently located on the property. The tiny home features all-new kitchen appliances, a new instant hot water heater, and two mini-split A/C systems—ideal for guests or a rental opportunity. Looking to expand? The adjacent property at 1619 N Lone Bay Blvd (MLS #314970) is also listed For Sale. Don’t miss this chance to own a slice of country serenity with flexible living options in beautiful Highlands County.

Highlights

Home typeOther
HeatingWall Furnace
StatusActive
CoolingWall Unit(s)
Size1,056 sqft
Lot size4.21 Acres
Year built1974
ParkingDriveway, On Street
MLS #314968
WaterfrontPond
ViewPond

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Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Flooring Type: Other
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Parking: Driveway, On Street
  • Waterfront: Pond
  • View: Pond
  • Exterior: Dock
  • Architectural Style: OneStory
  • Heating: Wall Furnace
  • Cooling: Wall Unit(s)
  • List Price: $150,000
  • Price/SqFt: $142
  • Annual Tax Amount: $1,365
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Directions: Intersection of US 27 & FL-64 W/W Main St go west on 64, 4.1 miles Then turn Right onto Olivia (Dollar General on corner. Go 2 miles and turn left on Exter Rd. Next go .7 mile to N Lone Bay Blvd. Property will be on the Left.
  • Year Built: 1974
  • Living Area: 1,056 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 4.21 Acres
  • MLS Number: 314968
  • MLS Name: HeartlandFL
  • Office Name: Dream Realty Group
  • Office Phone: (863) 450-7973
  • Office Email: dreamrealtygroupfl@gmail.com

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Apr 07, 2008
Home Sold
$60,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$103,884$1,365
2022$68,140$1,138
2021$54,950$1,138
2019$43,333$896
2017$27,772$660

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

3

Avon Elementary School

Public District PK-5

3.3 mi

705 Winthrop St

6

Park Elementary School

Public District PK-5

4.0 mi

327 E Palmetto St

3

Memorial Elementary School

Public District PK-5

6.0 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 $30,391. Most Avon Park, FL residents have annual incomes less than $<35k. Residents typically live in married, no kids family. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

57%
<35k
36%
35k-100k
6%
100k-200k
1%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

28%
Single, No Kids
10%
Single, with Kids
39%
Married, No Kids
23%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

14%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
18%
18-34 yrs old
40%
35-64 yrs old
18%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • NASCARNASCAR
  • MotocrossMotocross
  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Dollar GeneralDollar General
  • GameStopGameStop
  • Stein MartStein Mart

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel
  • SonicSonic
  • Bob EvansBob Evans

What do the neighbors drive?

  • RamRam
  • JeepJeep
  • BuickBuick

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Classic CountryClassic Country
  • CountryCountry
  • Adult StandardsAdult Standards
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 706 Ballard Rd

The listing price of 706 Ballard Rd property is $150,000.

The property 706 Ballard Rd is a house located in Avon Park, Florida, 33825.

Active Listing: 706 Ballard Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 706 Ballard Rd 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), Frostproof Middle/Senior High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Highlands Virtual School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,365 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on April 7, 2008 for $60,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 706 Ballard Rd has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The property 706 Ballard Rd is 1,056 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 706 Ballard Rd is 1974.

This home is located at 706 Ballard Rd in Avon Park, FL and zip code 33825. This 1,056 square foot home, which was built in 1974, sits on a 4.21 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 11, 2025 and is currently priced at $150,000.

In April 2025, from all listings sold in Avon Park, FL there were more than 3 sold above asking price, over 26 sold below and more than 10 were sold right at the asked price. Between March and April 2025, Avon Park, FL real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 3.1%. 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.

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