948 S RIVERDALE ROAD, AVON PARK, FL, 33825
Active3 days on marketListed Aug 10, 2026MLS #A4702522
About this home
948 S RIVERDALE ROAD
Discover the freedom and possibilities that come with owning more than 20 fully fenced acres in the heart of Central Florida. Whether you’re dreaming of a horse property, homestead, family compound, hobby farm, or simply more space and privacy, this exceptional property is ready to bring your vision to life. The property features a well-maintained 2-bedroom, 2-bath home, a separate trailer with its own electric meter currently used for storage but offering excellent potential for a guest house, workshop, office, or future living space (subject to applicable regulations). Additional structures provide plenty of room for equipment, tools, RVs, boats, and recreational vehicles. With expansive open acreage, this property is ideal for horses, livestock, gardening, farming, or outdoor recreation, while still providing the comfort and convenience of a move-in-ready home. Enjoy peaceful country living with no HOA, breathtaking sunsets, and endless opportunities to create the lifestyle you’ve always wanted. Conveniently located in Avon Park, you’ll enjoy the privacy of rural living while remaining within easy reach of Sebring, Lake Placid, shopping, dining, and major highways. Now offered at an exceptional opportunity to own one of the area’s most versatile acreage properties. Schedule your private showing today! Schedule your showing today to experience the potential of this versatile acreage property.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,454
Sqft
20.62 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
1982
Year built
One
Levels
$481
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record — not generic estimates.
$4,470 /mo · 10% down Conventional, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
Above the FHA loan limit for our service areas, so Conventional is the default. VA buyers: switch below — $0 down.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Run your own numbers
FHA isn’t available at this price — the loan would exceed the $541,287 FHA limit for our service areas.
Estimated payment
$4,470/mo
Includes estimated PMI — it drops off once you reach 20% equity. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. Your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
Value check
Is the price right?
The internet’s favorite home-value number comes from a single automated model that has never seen the street, the finishes, or the view — which is why it routinely misses by tens of thousands of dollars. The edgeAI estimate combines multiple independent data sources with our team’s on-the-ground expertise in this exact market.
$/sqft vs Avon Park actives
$481 vs $162
Days on market
3 vs 41 typical
Where $481/sqft sits among the 61 Avon Park actives
The edgeAI estimate is a starting point, not an appraisal or a broker price opinion. It is generated from public records, listing data and market modeling, and is subject to change once a licensed real estate professional personally inspects the property. Condition, floor, view and lot are not fully captured by any model — ask us for a full comparative market analysis.
Where it sits
Inside Avon Park
Get to know Avon Park. See the full Avon Park guide →
AVON PARK 33825 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
24,974
Median age
48.5
Median income
$46,604
Median home value
$152,400
Avg household
2.21
Households w/ children
2,223
For the school run
Highlands County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Avon Park market
$283K → $270K
Avon Park median sold, yr/yr
97.2%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
30 of 61
Avon Park actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Avon Park, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 508% above the AVON PARK 33825 median. See the full Avon Park market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 948 S RIVERDALE ROAD
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Apr ’26$472,000
770 S MARION ROAD · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 3,476 sqft · $136/sqft · 0 DOM
Sold · Oct ’25$349,900
4556 E AVON PINES ROAD
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,787 sqft · $196/sqft · 0 DOM
Closed-sale data from the MLS, last 12 months, selected for similarity in size and location. No two homes are identical — ask us for a full comparative analysis.
Your home team
The pros in your corner
Buying a home is two conversations — the home and the money. Here’s who handles each, side by side, already working together.
Your agent
Grace Mathisen
REALTOR® · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 948 S RIVERDALE ROAD — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 948 S RIVERDALE ROAD — before you fall in love.
See it in person
Schedule a tour
Pick a day that works — this goes straight to Grace's phone and CRM.
Straight answers
948 S RIVERDALE ROAD FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 948 S RIVERDALE ROAD?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $4,470/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
What are the property taxes on 948 S RIVERDALE ROAD?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $3,314. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
How does the price compare to other homes in Avon Park?+
At $699,000, this home is listed about 180% above the Avon Park median of $249,995. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 948 S RIVERDALE ROAD?+
Avon Elementary School (elementary), Avon Park Middle School (middle), Avon Park High School (high) — Highlands County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
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Listing courtesy of FLATFEE.COM · Cliff Glansen. MLS #A4702522.
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