$265,000
SOLD JUL 14, 2025

143 Tortoise Rd Sebring, FL 33876

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,524 Sq Ft
0.48 Acres

Recently Sold

$174 Per Sq Ft

4% Below List Price

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • No HOA
  • Tile Flooring
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Front Porch
  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • 2 Car Garage

About This Home

As of July 2025

Charming 3-Bedroom, 2-Bath Home in a Peaceful Community: Nestled in a quiet and serene community just outside of town, this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers comfort, convenience, and thoughtful upgrades throughout. Move-in ready and partially furnished, this home features elegant tile flooring, creating a modern yet cozy atmosphere. The spacious living room flows seamlessly into a warm and inviting family room, complete with a wood-burning fireplace—perfect for relaxing evenings. The chef’s kitchen boasts ample storage, generous counter space, and brand-new appliances that will delight any culinary enthusiast. Designed with privacy in mind, the split floor plan ensures a peaceful retreat for both homeowners and guests. The second bathroom is outfitted with a luxurious walk-in tub, combining comfort and accessibility.For peace of mind during Florida’s stormy seasons, the home comes equipped with a whole-house Generac generator. Outside, enjoy a partially fenced area ideal for a dog run, along with a fully insulated storage shed for all your extra belongings. This property combines practical features with charming details—schedule your showing today and see what makes this home truly special!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Suzette Rhoades

RE/MAX REALTY PLUS License #3459887 Listed on: 06/05/2025

RE/MAX REALTY PLUS

Last Buyer's Agent

Rebecca White

Ridge Real Estate Enterprises License #3423402

Ridge Real Estate Enterprises

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,389

Year Built

  • Built in 1981

Lot Details

  • 0.48 Acre Lot
  • Fenced
  • Zoning described as R1

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Metal Roof
  • Concrete Siding
  • Block Exterior
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,524 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Partially Furnished
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Single Hung Windows
  • Blinds
  • Tile Flooring

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Front Porch

Schools

  • Cracker Trail Elementary School
  • Sebring Middle School
  • Sebring High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • High Speed Internet

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number C-23-35-29-010-0020-0090

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,389

Year Built

Built in 1981

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.48
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Directions: Head South on US Hwy 27 and Lakeview Drive. Travel for 3.5 miles and take a left on Hwy 98. Turn right on CR17, left on Tortoise Road. House will be on your right.
  • Architectural Style: One Story
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Building Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1981
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Furnished: Partially
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Flooring: Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), High Speed Internet, Partially Furnished, Window Treatments
  • Living Area: 1524.0
  • Window Features: Single Hung, Blinds

Exterior Features

  • Pool Features: None
  • Construction Type: Block, Concrete, Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Fence
  • Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Enclosed, Front Porch, Open
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Roof: Metal

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: Generator
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: High Speed Internet Available, Sewer Available
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Cracker Trail Elementary
  • High School: Sebring High
  • Middle Or Junior School: Sebring Middle

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels Description: ,,
  • Parcel #: C-23-35-29-010-0020-0090
  • Zoning Description: R1

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1389.48
  • Tax Year: 2024

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 5, 2025
Closed on
Jul 14, 2025
Sold by
Robert E Rees And Shirley J Rees Living and Rees Robert E
Bought by
Bailey Craig Allen
Seller's Agent
Suzette Rhoades
RE/MAX REALTY PLUS
Buyer's Agent
Rebecca White
Ridge Real Estate Enterprises
List Price
$275,000
Sold Price
$265,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-3.64%
Views
83
Current Estimated Value
$267,190

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$2,190
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.85%
Original Mortgage
$270,697
Outstanding Balance
$270,242
Interest Rate
6.89%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
-$3,052

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 21, 2024
Sold by
Rees Robert E and Rees Shirley J
Bought by
Robert E Rees And Shirley J Rees Living Trust and Rees

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 8, 2023
Sold by
Rees Robert E and Rees Shiley J
Bought by
Rees Evan R and Haupt Marcella J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 3, 2023
Sold by
Rees Evan R
Bought by
Rees Robert E and Rees Shirley J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 27, 2011
Sold by
Rees Robert E and Rees Shirley J
Bought by
Rees Robert E and Rees Shirley J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 5, 2002
Sold by
Ramsey Robert E and Ramsey Phyllis A
Bought by
Rees Robert E and Rees Shirley J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$35,000
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $265,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $265,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $100 None Listed On Document
Deed $100 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $100 --
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Quit Claim Deed $100 None Listed On Document
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Warranty Deed $75,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $270,697 VA
Closed $270,697 VA
Previous Owner $35,000 Seller Take Back
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/14/2025 07/14/25 Sold $265,000 -3.6% $174 / Sq Ft
06/11/2025 06/11/25 Pending -- -- --
06/05/2025 06/05/25 For Sale $275,000 -- $180 / Sq Ft
Source: Heartland Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $1,389 $119,445 -- --
2024 $1,340 $116,079 -- --
2023 $1,340 $112,698 $0 $0
2022 $1,306 $109,416 $0 $0
2021 $1,301 $106,229 $0 $0
2020 $1,251 $104,762 $0 $0
2019 $1,309 $102,407 $0 $0
2018 $1,309 $108,095 $0 $0
2017 $1,648 $96,221 $0 $0
2016 $1,622 $97,215 $0 $0
2015 $1,386 $76,512 $0 $0
2014 $1,375 $0 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Heartland Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 315591

Heartland Association of REALTORS®

APN: C-23-35-29-010-0020-0090