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  • $479,900

    551 LIBBY ALICO ROAD, BABSON PARK, FL 33827

    3beds
    1,191sqft
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    $3,000/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 2003
    2.43 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $403/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Durable metal roofSpacious family roomCeiling fansLight-filled livingCentral airScreened in front porchPractical split floor plan
    Escape to your own private oasis in charming Babson Park! Imagine waking up to open skies and quiet mornings on nearly 2.5 fully fenced acres, where there is room to safely breathe, play, and dream. This inviting and well maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom CBS home, built in 2003 with a durable metal roof, blends solid construction with comfortable, light-filled living. Sip coffee overlooking a citrus orchard on your screened in front porch. The practical split floor plan keeps private spaces peaceful while the living room, spacious family room, bright kitchen and dining area, with new laminate flooring throughout, create the perfect setting for everyday life and easy entertaining. An inside utility room, ceiling fans and sliding doors add convenience and natural light throughout. Step outside and the possibilities expand. A generous 57 x 31 pole barn on a concrete pad complete with power, water and a finished office offer ideal space for hobbies, storage, a workshop, or whatever you like. The fully fenced acreage is ready for pets, outdoor living, or simply enjoying the open space, all with No HOA or CDD restrictions! Additional comforts include central air, a patio, and a septic system. Nestled in the quiet College Park Highlands area, this property delivers true rural tranquility while keeping you close to the best of the region. Enjoy quick access to Crooked Lake for boating and fishing, nearby nature preserves, Scenic Highway 17, and the amenities of Lake Wales. Day trips to both the Tampa and Orlando markets and popular Central Florida attractions are equally easy. Whether you are searching for a peaceful primary residence, a private retreat, or a property with room to grow, this home offers the rare combination of usable land, practical living space, and that hard-to-find sense of freedom. Come see how good country living can feel, schedule your private tour today!
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    Listed by:

    Antonio Rita 757-846-6168,

    CENTURY 21 LIST WITH BEGGINS 813-658-2121

    Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: TB8566874MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Suncoast Tampa

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Rooms
      • Room types: Utility Room
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: Built-in Closet
      • Level: First
      Kitchen
      • Level: First
      Living room
      • Level: First
      Heating
      • Central, Electric
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Kitchen Reverse Osmosis System, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
      • Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
      Features
      • Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Laminate Counters, Primary Bedroom Main Floor
      • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Laminate
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,191
      • Total interior livable area: 1,191 sqft
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 1
      • Parking features: Converted Garage, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Parking Pad, Workshop in Garage
      • Attached garage spaces: 1
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      • Patio & porch: Enclosed, Front Porch, Patio, Screened
      • Exterior features: Dog Run, Fire Pit, Garden, Private Entrance, Private Yard, Storage
      • Fencing: Fenced
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Park/Greenbelt, Trees/Woods
      Lot
      • Size: 2.43 Acres
      • Features: Cleared, Drainage Canal, Farm, Oversized Lot, Pasture
      • Residential vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Oak Trees, Trees/Landscaped
      Details
      • Additional structures: Other, Shed(s), Storage, Workshop
      • Parcel number: 283034000000024030
      • Special conditions: None

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Contemporary
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Block, Stucco
      • Foundation: Slab
      • Roof: Shingle
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 2003

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Septic Tank
      • Water: Well
      • Utilities for property: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Electricity Available, Phone Available, Sprinkler Well, Water Available

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Pet fee: $0 monthly
      • Subdivision: COLLEGE PARK HLNDS
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Babson Park

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $403/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $233,910
      • Annual tax amount: $4,211
      • Date on market: 11/11/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 2 days
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
      • Ownership: Fee Simple
      • Total actual rent: 0
      • Electric utility on property: Yes
      • Road surface type: Paved, Chip And Seal

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        11/11/2026Listed for sale$479,900+45.5%$403/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #TB8566874 Report a problem
        6/20/2023Sold$329,900$277/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        5/10/2023Pending sale$329,900$277/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #K4902119 Report a problem
        4/25/2023Listed for sale$329,900+23.8%$277/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #K4902119 Report a problem
        3/23/2020Listing removed$266,500$224/sqft
        Source: Coldwell Banker Realty - Winter Haven #P4908723 Report a problem
        1/25/2020Pending sale$266,500$224/sqft
        Source: Coldwell Banker Realty - Winter Haven #P4908723 Report a problem
        1/6/2020Price change$266,500-0.9%$224/sqft
        Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate - Winter Haven #P4908723 Report a problem
        12/2/2019Listed for sale$269,000+64%$226/sqft
        Source: COLDWELL BANKER RESIDENTIAL RE #P4908723 Report a problem
        1/4/2008Sold$164,000+92.3%$138/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        3/24/2003Sold$85,300+610.8%$72/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        9/23/2002Sold$12,000$10/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$3,024 -2.7%$233,910 -2.6%
        2024$3,109 +20.3%$240,197 +29.1%
        2023$2,585 +9.2%$186,109 +10%
        2022$2,367 +11.1%$169,190 +10%
        2021$2,131 +271.2%$153,809 +91.1%
        2020$574 +1.7%$80,468 +2.3%
        2019$565 -42.3%$78,659 +1.9%
        2018$978 $77,192
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 33827

        Getting around

        7 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        23 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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