You will fall in love with your new home when you first walk into the foyer and see the spacious living area overlooking the sparkling pool. This 3 bedroom 2 bath with an office is on . 90 acre lot that feels like you are living in the country while only being 5 minutes from the conveniences of nice shopping and restaurants. Pool is approximately 3 years old and was installed at a cost of approximately $48k. The gorgeous pool and spa are heated by propane and in excellent condition. The home appliances are all electric with solar assisted hot water heater. The solar assisted heating and air conditioning system is less than two years old. The kitchen is equipped with high end stainless steel appliances including a double convection oven and convection microwave. The large lot has hook up for electric and septic for motor home. This home with its updates won't last long. Say hi to Ralph the horse across the street! Sold as is for convenience of seller. All measurements are approximate and to be verified by buyer. Buyer to verify future taxes with Polk County tax office.
Single-familyProperty Type
2000Year Built
0.9 acresLot Size
$257Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Gary Brown• PREMIER REALTY NETWORK, INC
Contact: 863-646-6688
Bought with Cheri Aumond-McLean• TEACHER NEXT DOOR, PLLC
Active with contract. Beautiful home on almost 1 acre of well manicured land. Office-Den could be a 4th bedroom. Large enclosed lanai with view of the backyard. Corner lot with side entry garage. Totally fenced with storage building on rear of property. Near schools and shopping. Hook-up for septic for RV. Storage building on the far east side of property, does not convey, an dwell be removed.
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #L4638916
Jan 23, 2013
Listing Removed
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Public Records
May 17, 2005
Sold
$200,000
$104/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 3, 1995
Sold
$70,000
$36/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,962 (+6.1%)
2024
$3,735 (+5.9%)
2023
$3,526 (+2.8%)
2022
$3,429 (−0.7%)
2021
$3,454 (+1.3%)
2020
$3,410 (+0.6%)
2019
$3,389 (+0.5%)
2018
$3,372 (+739.8%)
$15,843 + $229,525
$245,368
2017
$402 (+15.4%)
2016
$348 (−55.2%)
2014
$777 (−22.2%)
2013
$998 (+53.7%)
2012
$650
Tax history for 225 W Tom Costine Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,962 (+6.1%)
2024
$3,735 (+5.9%)
2023
$3,526 (+2.8%)
2022
$3,429 (−0.7%)
2021
$3,454 (+1.3%)
2020
$3,410 (+0.6%)
2019
$3,389 (+0.5%)
2018
$3,372 (+739.8%)
$15,843 + $229,525
$245,368
2017
$402 (+15.4%)
2016
$348 (−55.2%)
2014
$777 (−22.2%)
2013
$998 (+53.7%)
2012
$650
*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
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
153 ft.
Lot depth
255 ft.
Lot size
0.9 Acres
Year renovated
2000
Sq. Ft.
1,918
Year built
2000
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
232712000000021230
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 9, 2026.
RS
GREEN SWAMP AREA OF CRITICAL STATE CONCERN
Residential Suburban District
The purpose of the RS district is to provide areas for suburban-density residential development to promote the proper transition of land from rural to urban uses. The RS district permits single-family dwelling units, family care homes, agricultural support uses, and community facilities.
Zone overlays
Green Swamp Area of Critical State Concern Overlay
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
May 24, 2024 • Final
Re-roof
Install a new metal roof over the existing shingle roof of a residential building.
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Dimensions: 20x19
Parking Features: Boat, Garage Door Opener
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Attached Garage
Has Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
Other Rooms Information
Additional Rooms: Attic
# of Rooms: 8
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Central
Cooling Information: Central Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: Attic, Ceiling Fans(s)
Appliances: Built-In Oven, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Solar Hot Water
Flooring: Ceramic Tile
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Siding
Roof: Shingle
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Patio, Porch, Screened
Vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Oak Trees, Trees/Landscaped
Total Acreage: 1/2 to less than 1
Lot Information
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level, Paved, Zoned for Horses
Lot Size Acres: 0.9
Building Information
MFR_BuildingAreaTotalSrchSqM: 261.89
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $349
Tax Year: 2016
Lease / Rent Details
Lease Restrictions YN: 0
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Cable Available
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee Requirement: None
Association Approval Required Y/N: 0
School Information
Elementary School: Padgett Elem
Middle Or Junior High School: Lake Gibson Middle/Junio
High School: Lake Gibson High
Location Information
Directions: Take exit 33 from I4. Head n past Sandpiper Golf course. Take a left on N Socrum Loop. Take a right at red light at Gibson High school. Take a left on West Tom Costine Road. Home is on right.
Community Information
Pets Allowed: Yes
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,918
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.9 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2000
Year Renovated: 2000
County: Polk County
APN: 232712000000021230
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 9, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Third Party YN: 0
Listing Information
Attribution Contact: 863-646-6688
Previous Status: Pending
Backups Requested YN: 0
Home Warranty YN: No
Listing Date Information
Days to Contract: 4
Status Contractual Search Date: 2017-06-16
Listing Price Information
Calculated List Price By Calculated Sq Ft: 145.46
Home Information
Living Area: 1918
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Public Records
Living Area Meters: 178.19
Building Area Total: 2819
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Public Records
Foundation Details: Slab
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
R. Clem Churchwell Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.7mi
2/10
Lake Gibson Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi
2/10
Lake Gibson Senior High School
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
3/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
5/10 Fire Factor
5% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 108° expected this year, 23 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 8.6 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$470,000 – $568,000
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