$235,000
17 Wilkes Street
Avon Park, FL 33825
Listing updated: June 17, 2026 at 4:23 PM ET
Listing courtesy of Universal Homes Realty, Llc · Paul Desir · MLS #O6417151 · Active · 407-926-0322Property type
Year built
Lot size
Price / sq ft
HOA dues
Day on market
Flood zone
About this home
Don’t wait—come see the home where your next chapter begins. This beautifully remodeled 3-bedroom, 2-bath home isn’t just move-in ready—it’s life-ready. With 1,664 sq. ft. of open, light-filled space and a flexible bonus room, there’s room to grow, work, play, and unwind. Start each day on the covered front porch, coffee warming your hands, as the world wakes up around you. Inside, rich wood flooring leads you through a living space that feels both spacious and intimate—flowing easily into a brand-new kitchen with a sunny eat-in area. And the best part? The big work is done. A 2020 metal roof, brand new A/C, updated electrical, fresh paint throughout, and all-new kitchen and baths (2026) mean you can skip the to-do list and dive straight into the joy of home. This isn’t just a house—it’s your home. Come see it today.
Local Insight
At $141 per square foot for a 1925 home in Avon Park, you're getting solid value for the footprint, though you'll want a thorough inspection given the age—older plumbing, electrical, and foundation issues are real possibilities at this price point. The no-HOA structure and X flood zone are genuine positives that keep costs down, but the 0.37-acre lot is tight, so this works best if you don't need much outdoor space or plan major additions. Location-wise, you're in a quieter, more established neighborhood rather than the newer developments, which appeals to some buyers but means fewer modern amenities and less walkability nearby.
AI-generated insight based on listing data and neighborhood context. Verify independently.
Estimated monthly payment
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Price & listing history1 days on market
- Status: ActiveJun 16, 2026
- Listed$235,000Jun 16, 2026
- Price increased$235,000
Facts & features
- Property type
- Residential
- Sub type
- Single Family Residence
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 1
- Subdivision
- Golden Age Villas
- County
- Highlands
- Year built
- 1925
- Living area
- 1,664 sq ft
- Price/sq ft
- $141
- Building area
- 2,084 sq ft (Public Records)
- Lot size
- 16,200 sq ft
- Lot category
- 1/4 to less than 1/2
- Flood zone
- X (12055C0107C)
- Annual taxes
- $2,804 (2025)
- Parcel #
- A-22-33-28-010-0080-0090
- Zoning
- R1A
- MLS #
- O6417151
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Interior Details
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full bathrooms
- 2
- Flooring
- Wood
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Interior features
- Ceiling Fans(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor
- Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Stories / Levels
- One
- Direction faces
- North
- Fireplace
- Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating
- Central, Electric
- Cooling
- Central Air
Parking
- Parking features
- Driveway, Guest, RV Access/Parking
- Carport
- Yes
HOA & Financial
- Total monthly fees
- $0/mo
- Total annual fees
- $0
- CDD
- No
- Min lease term
- No Minimum
- Listing terms
- Cash, Conventional, FHA
- Ownership
- Fee Simple
- Available for lease
- Yes
- Lease restrictions
- No
Exterior & Construction
- Exterior features
- Garden, Private Mailbox, Private Yard
- Construction materials
- Stucco, Frame
- Roof
- Metal
- Foundation
- Crawlspace
- Road surface
- Asphalt
Utilities
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Water source
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Public, Water Connected
Room Details
| Room | Level | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Bedroom | First | |
| Primary Bathroom | First | |
| Bedroom 2 | First | |
| Bedroom 3 | First | |
| Dining Room | First | |
| Kitchen | First | |
| Living Room | First |
Listing Details
- Listing date
- 2026-06-16
- On market date
- 2026-06-16
- Original list price
- $235,000
- Occupant type
- Vacant
- MLS area
- 33825 - Avon Park/Avon Park AFB
- Listing AOR
- Orlando Regional
- Status changed
- 2026-06-16
- Tax legal description
- TOWN OF AVON PARK IN 22-33-28 N 1/2 OF E 100 FT OF LOT 8 + W 20 FT OF N 1/2 OF LOT 9 BLK 8
Flood risk
Minimal-risk area outside the mapped floodplain. Flood insurance is optional and typically low-cost.
Source: FEMA flood zone reported on the listing. Confirm current designation at FEMA Flood Map Service Center.
Location
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
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