17 WILKES, AVON PARK, FL 33825

$180,000

Beds: 3

Baths: 1 Full / 1 Half

Sq. Ft.: 1,664 Sq. Ft.

Year Built: 1925

Lot Size: 0.37 Acres

Garage: N/A

Pool: No

DOM: 1

Property Overview

Status: Active

Property Type: Residential

MLS #: 636bd981d27bd1ec56efec77180b9cef

Subdivision: GOLDEN AGE VILLAS

County: Highlands

HOA Fee: N/A

Year Built: 1925

Construction: Stucco, Wood Frame

Foundation: Crawlspace

Roof: Metal

Cooling: Wall/Window Unit(s)

Heating: Other, Wall Units / Window Unit

Sewer: Septic Tank

Water Source: Public

Zoning: R1A

Tax Amount: $1,245.70 (2024)

Listed On: Jul 1, 2025

Description

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!

Exterior Features

Private Mailbox

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

School Information

Elementary: N/A

Middle: N/A

High: N/A

Location

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Mortgage Estimator

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Listing Information

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Listing Agent: Cynthia White

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Data last updated: August 7, 2025, 7:17 pm UTC

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