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Car-themed streets are experiencing growth in turbo-mode
Aston Martin and Grand Prix Drive are fitting street names for Sebring Country Estates. They're not only a nod to the nearby Sebring International Raceway – one of Sebring’s biggest attractions – but also to the growth this once-rural neighborhood has experienced at lightning speeds. This expansion is fueled in part by its proximity to a well-known state park, multiple scenic golf courses and the city’s main highway. Yet the community – and the whole of Sebring – also has a small-town feel that homebuyers can’t find in some of Florida’s coastal cities. "We have a nice, quiet country lifestyle with plenty of amenities close by," says John Shoop, who was elected mayor in 2014. He currently serves nearly 11,000 residents in Sebring, which he notes is one of the state's smallest regions. Despite the population growth since COVID-19, the community is dedicated to preserving its tight-knit, service-oriented atmosphere with Shoop adding that many volunteer with non-profit organizations in their free time.
The famed Sebring International Raceway is minutes away from Sebring Country Estates.
3 bedroom single family sit in rows on medium sized lots in Sebring Country Estates.
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Sebring Country Estates are new builds on palm-tree covered lots
Dense foliage of cabbage palms and oaks separate quarter-acre plots along streets named after car models, such as Cougar Boulevard and Sunbeam Street. Like many communities on the outskirts of Sebring, citrus farms have been replaced by residential developments. “Our citrus industry isn’t what it once was,” says Will Dibble, a Sebring resident and broker with RE/MAX Realty Plus. “Developers are now buying up the orange groves to build a bunch of new houses here.” The emerging neighborhood does not currently have homeowner association fees attached to properties, which differs from its neighboring master-planned communities like Sun ‘N Lake and Golf Hammock. For those in search of a mobile home community, Sebring Village Mobile Home Park is situated at the northwest corner of Sebring Country Estates. These residences often have doors and shutters painted in beachy hues, with a price range between $50,000 and $75,000. New construction consists mostly of single-story three-bedroom homes clustered near Cougar Boulevard. Houses offer between 1,500 and 1,700 square feet of living space, along with shaded porticos and large windows. Most new-builds are priced between $300,000 and $400,000.
The area around Sebring has covered in citrus Farms as far as I can see.
Larger more manicured mobile home communities exist in the Sebring Country Estates neighborhood.
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Highlands County School students take advantage of the AFJROTC program
Highlands County Schools include Memorial Elementary School, graded C-plus by Niche, and Hill-Gustat Middle School and Sebring High School, which share a B rating. The high school has several extracurricular activities, such as band, choir and the Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps. Highlands County also offers a virtual school program for students interested in earning a diploma outside the classroom.
Hill-Gustat Middle School is a B rated school.
Memorial Elementary School is a C+ rated school.
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Native Floridian wildlife are Sebring Country Estates' neighbors
One of Sebring's gems is Highlands Hammock State Park, which opened four years before the Florida state park system and is on the National Register of Historic Places. The 9,000-acre state park has some of the largest oak trees in the state, which are believed to be over 1,000 years old. It's a popular destination for birding enthusiasts as it's part of the Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail. Various native wildlife, including alligators and white-tailed deer, can be spotted along the nine trails, whether on horseback, bicycle or on foot. It's also the site of the Floridian Civilian Conservation Corps Museum. Of the 100 lakes throughout Sebring, one of the most popular is Lake Jackson, dotted with boats, jet skis, kayaks and inner tubes. Visitors can also relax on the lake's sandy white beaches.
Highlands Hammock State Park has miles of birding trails.
The CCC Museum in Highlands Hammock State Park teaches the history of early settlers.
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Locally owned boutique shops and restaurants trump big-box retail
Sebring Country Estates sits alongside US Highway 27, where most chain restaurants and grocers such as Walmart, Publix and ALDI are located. Some of the most popular eateries include Hibachi Buffet and Azul Tequila. Blue Lagoon Saloon is a popular spot for locals grabbing a nightcap and enjoying the dive bar scene. While Sebring offers plenty of local shops and eateries, the area needs more brand-name retail options. “You’re going to find a mom-and-pop before you find a Bath and Body Works,” Dibble says. “You have to go to all the boutiques downtown to find a gift for your mom.” Sebring Downtown Historic District is home to local shops and restaurants. In February 2024, HGTV's Hometown Makeover revamped the downtown, including several storefronts and streets. The episode will air sometime in the spring of 2025. "The last couple of years, we've seen more growth than we have in a long time," Shoop says. "The rejuvenation of downtown has brought a ton more mom-and-pop shops here." Lakeshore Mall is the closest mall, but many of its department stores have closed since COVID-19, meaning residents might have to drive to Eagle Ridge Mall in Lake Wales, 38 miles north, for department stores like Dillard's.
Sebring Country Estates local Publix is just a few minutes down the road.
Ross and other big retail stores can be found just off Highway 27.
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Racing to Sebring's well-known events and attractions
Sebring has several well-known events, including the Sebring Soda Festival every spring and the annual 12 Hours of Sebring Championship race since 1952, which is held at Sebring International Raceway. The event has been voted North America's Number 1 Motorsports event by USA Today and attracts visitors from all over the globe. “12 Hours of Sebring is a huge deal," says Elizabeth Compton, a lifelong Sebring resident and the marketing director for the Sebring International Raceway. "We have a cult-like following and we give back some of our profits to our local community, too." The once-rowdy event is gradually making the transition into an inclusive, family friendly auto-racing festival. Theatergoers can enjoy themselves at the Highlands Lakeside Theatre and the Alan Jay Wildstein Center for Performing Arts at South Florida State College. The venue holds roughly 1,460 people and hosts over 30 national touring headliners a year.
Sebring is home to the Sebring international Raceway home of the 12 Hours of Sebring race.
Sebring International Raceway is in Sebring just down the road from Sebring Country Estates.
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Getting in and around Sebring Country Estates
Major roadways include US Highway 27, which grants access to the rest of the state. Sebring Country Estates is 99 miles from Tampa and 95 miles from Fort Myers. "We're seeing an increase in traffic, especially the last summer," Shoop says. "We were in People magazine, so Sebring is getting recognized, and we plan to get ahead of the growth soon with future expansion of our infrastructure." The Sebring Station, located in the Sebring Downtown Historic District, was built by the Seaboard Air Line in 1924 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It is serviced by Amtrak, offering two routes: south to Miami or north to Orlando, Tampa and on to New York City. Sebring Regional Airport, about 4 miles south, does not provide domestic or international flights; most travel 86 miles north to Orlando International Airport. The closest hospitals are AdventHealth Sebring and Highlands Regional Medical Center, both within 6 miles.
Highway 27 runs right past Sebring Country Estates and has lots of big box stores for shopping.
The outskirts of Sebring Country Estates border along the Highlands Hammock State Park.
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Important things to know
Sebring is not immune to the impact of Florida's hurricane season; however, due to its location in the middle of the state, the area does not get hit as hard as coastal cities like Fort Myers. Sebring's natural disaster plan includes an active EMS department, recent grants for additional generators and improvements to harden public buildings. Shoop adds that hospitals are first priority in restoring power after outages. Highlands County is considered Flood Zone A and Flood Zone AE. Certain mortgage companies may require homeowners to acquire flood insurance. Sebring is undergoing continuous renovations with multiple planned developments focused on rejuvenating and restoring downtown's historic buildings in the works.
The area around Sebring has covered in citrus Farms as far as I can see.
Sebring Country Estates residents like to get out for a bike ride in the mornings.
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Parks in this Area
Highlands Hammock State Park
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Sebring Country Estates
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Sebring Country Estates, Sebring sell after 91 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Sebring Country Estates, Sebring over the last 12 months is $236,814, up 5% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
What a view of the pond from the living room, kitchen, or lanai. This 2 BR 2 BA 1092 SQ FT home has an 11.5 X 17 FL room and a 14.5 X 15 screen lanai with cobblestone flooring providing 1505 SQ FT of living space for relaxing and entertaining. This home has too many features to list, but outside has aluminum shutters, a 2020 AC, a rubber roof, an irrigation system for watering, bay windows in the
This 2 bedroom 2 bath home is fully furnished. It has a rubber roof, glassed in lanai on side of home, located on a cult de sac, separate dining area, open kitchen, and a long driveway.
2 BR 2 BA 1248 SQ FT home on a perimeter lot with view of the fountain pond from the 12 X 20 FL room providing 1488 SQ FT of living space, under AC. Outside features include, an enclosed patio for BBQ, aluminum shutters all around, a newly painted carport, a long driveway in front, and a golf cart path to the 12 X 24 shed with an overhead door, some of the upgrades include new electric input into
Spacious 2 Br 2 BA 24 X 57 mobile home with 240 SQ FT FL room offers 1608 SQ FT of living space. This home has a unique open floor plan that positions the living room and the family room (with wet bar ) on either side of the kitchen, and adds the dining room, providing many relaxation possibilities. Updates include the 2020 carrier AC. newer rubber roof, and newer appliances, including the washer
This 2 bedroom 2 bath home is ready for occupancy. It has a glassed in lanai on side of home, a screened in lanai under carport, separate dining area with built in hutch, and is located on a cult de sac. This home is priced to sell quickly.
Be the first tenant to call this gorgeous property Home! Very modern, sleek and just gorgeous. The open concept split floor plan features a spacious kitchen with center island, a generous dining area and living room. Both bathrooms are well appointed. All this located on a quiet street in close proximity to schools, shopping and medical facilities.
This unit is very spacious and has a great floor plan. Cathedral Ceilings I main area and master. Hardwood floors and ceiling fans. Once car garage with remote, Paver driveway and Patio is covered.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,670
Median Age
50
Population under 18
18.8%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
32.5%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$52,196
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$62,796
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.6%
College Graduates
20.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.8%
% Population in Labor Force
53.7%
Below the national average
65.1%
Area Factors
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
15/ 100
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