A little taste of paradise located on the shores of the breathtaking Lake Istokpoga. This property begins with a classic white fence lining your perfectly private slice of heaven. This property boasts so many features lets start with the outside there is a two-car garage, a “she shed” and a “man cave”, there is a saloon yes I said a saloon where the boathouse once was which has a sun deck on top, the beautiful private canal takes you directly into the best bass fishing in highlands county. The inside has a wood-burning fireplace, 3 sliding glass doors along the backside of the home that gives you breathtaking views of the lake. The home features all bedrooms upstairs with 2 of the baths, leaving the downstairs with so much space. The kitchen has a window to overlook the wraparound great room allowing views of the lake while cooking or cleaning. Also included are so many upgrades including New 22,000 Watt WHOLE HOME GENERAC GENERATOR SYSTEM including rental of 4 125 gallon propane tanks, new white fencing, and gates at property entrance, new tankless water heater-on demand, new mailbox and post, new 3 people hot tub with electricity work, a new water tank and new well pump, total remodel to the existing boathouse ( the saloon)( so awesome) new drainage /leach field with pumping station, new Nest home security system – 3 cameras including camera doorbell, new floodlights, and electricity to shed, new Samsung hi-tech washer and dryer. Also, a few extras that are staying in the home cloth covered reclining chair, golden oak storage/china cabinets, brand new 30 cubic refrigerator in lanai, new leather chair, pull out leather sleeping sofa, antique bureau, 4 oak dining chairs, wall mounted tv and absolutely stunning new cherry king size bed and bureau ( in the master bedroom)
Single-familyProperty Type
1982Year Built
0.69 acresLot Size
$223Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Nicole Chambers• RE/MAX REALTY PLUS
Bought with Sue Clark• Lake and Land Realty of Highlands Inc
Whether you are a sportsman with a love for Bass fishing or a nature lover this is the house for you. Located on Lake Istokpoga, with nearly 28000 acres of lake, it is one of the best fishing lakes and the fifth largest lake in the state of Florida. This beautiful 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath home has been fully renovated. All new Pella windows, three sets of sliding glass doors, new wood laminate flooring, Quartz and Granite countertops with wood cabinets, new appliances, including new Samsung washer and dryer set, water treatment system, a newly constructed detached 2 car garage with garage opener, hardie board siding and separate a/c units for up and down stairs. This charming country home has an awesome front porch that spans the entire front and a wood deck in the back with a picture prefect view of the lake. It comes with it own dock, seawall and an added bonus of a she shed/man cave with a view of the lake. The landscaping is just breathtaking! This is a must see.
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #D5902262
Mar 4, 2015
Sold
$123,500
$53/sq ft
Dec 7, 2014
Listed
$149,000
$64/sq ft
DIRECT LAKEFRONT! This is a rare opportunity to own a simply gorgeous property in the much sought-after neighborhood of Istokpoga Shores. Almost an acre of direct lakefront, w/ sunsets that rival Key West. Mature landscape, many beautiful Cypress trees. XL screened patio, wood burning fireplace in living room, dining room, breakfast nook, huge enclosed air conditioned Florida room. Split bedroom floor plan w/ 3 good sized bedrooms, 2.5 bath, loft w/ window seat, indoor sliders. Outdoor shed w/ electric, fruit trees, boathouse, seawall & more! Professionally installed sprinkler system. Golf cart friendly neighborhood, with plenty of boats, fisherman & the tales that to go with them! STAY IN FLORIDA & enjoy the good life on Lake Istokpoga! This 27,692-acre lake has quality fishing for black crappie (specks) and one of the highest largemouth bass catch rates in the state! Asking just $149K for all of it! Call to take look today! Not many properties with this amount to offer in the area - the sellers are motivated too! This is a rare find, house needs some TLC both inside & out, but worth your time to check it out. Lake Istokpoga is flood controlled with the lock on CR 621, and the lake has its own emergency response team for boaters. Located approx 30 minutes from Okeechobee, 1.5 hours from Orlando and 1.5 hours from both the East & West Coast of Florida. Very centrally located. Furnishings negotiable, Sold As-Is with right to inspect. It's one of the last bargain properties in the area -make your offer now.
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #R4595614
Jan 3, 2012
Listing Removed
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Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,633 (+3.1%)
2024
$3,524 (+1.8%)
2023
$3,461 (+1.3%)
2022
$3,417 (−26.9%)
2021
$4,678 (+70.5%)
$70,000 + $224,526
$294,526
2020
$2,744 (+7.9%)
2019
$2,543 (−1.2%)
$70,000 + $120,621
$190,621
2018
$2,574 (−6.2%)
$70,000 + $120,621
$190,621
2017
$2,745 (+42.6%)
$70,000 + $135,068
$205,068
2016
$1,925 (+32.8%)
$70,000 + $78,391
$148,391
2014
$1,450
Tax history for 353 Racoon Ln
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,633 (+3.1%)
2024
$3,524 (+1.8%)
2023
$3,461 (+1.3%)
2022
$3,417 (−26.9%)
2021
$4,678 (+70.5%)
$70,000 + $224,526
$294,526
2020
$2,744 (+7.9%)
2019
$2,543 (−1.2%)
$70,000 + $120,621
$190,621
2018
$2,574 (−6.2%)
$70,000 + $120,621
$190,621
2017
$2,745 (+42.6%)
$70,000 + $135,068
$205,068
2016
$1,925 (+32.8%)
$70,000 + $78,391
$148,391
2014
$1,450
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
100 ft.
Lot depth
302 ft.
Lot size
0.69 Acres
Year renovated
2005
Sq. Ft.
2,333
Year built
1982
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Highlands County
APN
C293531A0001120000
Parking Spaces
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Basement
—
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 Sep 14, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Assigned, Detached, Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Electric
Has Heating
Heating: Central, Electric
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), High Speed Internet
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Rear Porch, Covered, Front Porch, Side Porch, Patio
Roof: Shingle
Pool Information
Pool Features: None
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 2908
Levels: Two
Construction Materials: Frame
Property Features
Waterfront Features: Seawall
Has View
Security Features: Security System
Other Structures: Shed(s), Workshop
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: SingleFamilyResidence
Lot Information
Frontage Type: Lakefront
Frontage Length: 100
Water Body Name: Istokpoga
Road Surface Type: Paved
Lot Size : 0.69
Lot Size Area: 0.69
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.69
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,543
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private, Well
Electric: Generator
Utilities: Cable Available, Sewer Not Available
Sewer: None, Septic Tank
Location
Location Information
Directions: FROM HAMMOCK ROAD HEAD SOUTH TO 98 TURN LEFT TOWARDS LORIDA, TURN RIGHT ONTO COWHOUSE ROAD, RIGHT ONTO FISHTAIL LANE AND RIGHT ONTO RACOON LANE, HOME IS LOCATED ON THE LEFT
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,333
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.69 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1982
Year Renovated: 2005
County: Highlands County
APN: C293531A0001120000
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 14, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: HeartlandAssociationOfRealtors
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Schools
Fred Wild Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 12.4mi
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Sebring Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 13.2mi
5/10
Sebring High School
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 12.5mi
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
5/10 Fire Factor
6% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 108° expected this year, 24 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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Estimated sale price
$494,000 – $598,000
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