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 33x11 wood Tiny Home available for purchase for $15k. 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 (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.
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 33x11 wood Tiny Home available for purchase for $15k. 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 (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.
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #L4952656
Jul 11, 2025
Sold
$150,000
$142/sq ft
Jun 17, 2025
Pending
—
Jun 8, 2025
Price Changed
$145,000
$137/sq ft
May 10, 2025
Listed
$150,000
$142/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 31, 2023
Sold
$115,000
$109/sq ft
HAOR as distributed by MLS GRID #295504
Aug 30, 2023
Sold
$100,000
$95/sq ft
Jul 24, 2023
Pending
—
Jul 18, 2023
Listed
$115,000
$109/sq ft
+5
Quite and private acreage at the end of the road. Looking to move to the country and start your sustainable living or farm? This is your opportunity. Property is fenced and there is an old home site with well and septic. also, there are four sheds on the property. Mature trees on the property are beautiful and dot the landscape. Property has two road frontages for easy access to the back of the land.
Public Records
Apr 7, 2008
Sold
$60,000
$57/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,706 (−4.8%)
$39,995 + $66,634
$106,629
2024
$1,792 (+31.3%)
$39,995 + $66,634
$106,629
2023
$1,365 (+19.9%)
2022
$1,139 (+7.9%)
2021
$1,056 (+13.6%)
2020
$930 (+3.8%)
$16,840 + $28,710
$45,550
2019
$896 (−0.2%)
$16,840 + $26,493
$43,333
2018
$898
$16,840 + $26,493
$43,333
Tax history for 706 Ballard Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,706 (−4.8%)
$39,995 + $66,634
$106,629
2024
$1,792 (+31.3%)
$39,995 + $66,634
$106,629
2023
$1,365 (+19.9%)
2022
$1,139 (+7.9%)
2021
$1,056 (+13.6%)
2020
$930 (+3.8%)
$16,840 + $28,710
$45,550
2019
$896 (−0.2%)
$16,840 + $26,493
$43,333
2018
$898
$16,840 + $26,493
$43,333
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4.21 Acres
Year renovated
1974
Sq. Ft.
1,056
Year built
1974
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Highlands County
APN
C19332808001000010
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 12, 2026.
AU
Agricultural District
The AU agricultural district is intended to apply to those areas presently and primarily agricultural.
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.
Community Information
Pets Allowed: Yes
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,056
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 4.21 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1974
Year Renovated: 1974
County: Highlands County
APN: C19332808001000010
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 12, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Third Party YN: 1
Listing Information
Attribution Contact: 863-603-8536
Previous Status: Pending
Backups Requested YN: 1
Home Warranty YN: No
Listing Date Information
Days to Contract: 38
Status Contractual Search Date: 2025-07-11
Listing Price Information
Calculated List Price By Calculated Sq Ft: 137.31
Green Information
Green Verification Count: 0
Direction Faces: West
Home Information
Living Area: 1056
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Public Records
Living Area Meters: 98.11
Building Area Total: 1056
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Public Records
Foundation Details: Crawlspace
Stories Total: 1
Levels: One
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Schools
Sun 'n Lake Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 6.2mi
7/10
Avon Park Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.0mi
3/10
Avon Park High School
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 4.7mi
3/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
7/10 Fire Factor
24% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 108° expected this year, 25 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$133,000 – $161,000
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