Discover a rare opportunity to own 114± acres of ranchland along the edge of Florida’s historic ridge in southeastern Polk County. Located on Lake Buffum Road near Fort Meade, this exceptional property features wide-open pasture complemented by beautiful native Florida scrub and mature oak trees, creating a landscape rich in natural beauty and authentic Old Florida character. Currently utilized as part of a fully operational cattle ranch, the property is high and dry, fenced, and ready for livestock. The ranch is equipped with an existing well and three ponds, adding to its functionality for cattle, horses, agriculture, and recreational use. The property is already divided into two separate parcels, allowing for the potential of two homes based on the existing configuration. There may also be potential for additional division, offering flexibility for a family compound, multiple homesites, investment, or future development, subject to county approval and applicable land-use regulations. Conveniently located near Fort Meade, Bartow, and Lake Wales, the property offers the privacy and freedom of rural Florida while remaining within easy reach of surrounding communities. 114± acres of authentic Florida ranch country—beautiful, functional, versatile, and ready for its next chapter.
Stop! Have you been dreaming about building your own home but tired of being so close to neighbors? If so, this is the lot for you! Cleared and ready to go this 5.02 acre lot is the perfect spot if you enjoy country living and wildlife while being close to it all. Just off Hwy 27 near the beautiful Lake Buffum. There is plenty of room for horses and if peace and quiet is what you are looking for then look no further!
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #B4700252
Jul 15, 2015
Listing Removed
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Mar 4, 2015
Listed
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Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #P4624985
Oct 31, 2013
Sold
$93,000
Apr 5, 2013
Listed
$108,000
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #L4610487
Jul 23, 2009
Listing Removed
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Apr 9, 2008
Listed
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Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #L4605169
Aug 13, 2007
Listed
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Public Records
Apr 27, 2004
Sold
$6,500
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$927
2024
$927 (+2,198.1%)
2023
$40 (+11.0%)
2022
$36 (−63.8%)
2021
$100 (+3.5%)
2020
$97 (−2.9%)
$7,242
2019
$100 (+3.3%)
$6,936
2018
$97 (−84.3%)
$6,936
2017
$614 (+526.8%)
$6,630
2016
$98 (+1.0%)
$6,630
2014
$97 (+2.1%)
$6,426
2013
$95 (+0.9%)
2012
$94
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Lot size
1.02 Acres
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Style
Vacant Land
County
Polk County
APN
263102000000011120
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Last updated by owner on Jul 11, 2026.
A/RR
WETLANDS OVERLAY
Rural Agricultural/Residential District
The purpose of the A/RR district is to provide lands for the continuation of productive agricultural uses and to provide for very low density residential development within unincorporated rural areas. The A/RR district permits agricultural activities, agricultural support facilities, multi-family dwelling units, farm labor housing, group living facilities, and community facilities.
Zone overlays
STREAM AND LAKE SWAMPS (BOTTOMLAND)
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Greenhouse / nursery
Livestock production
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Kennel
Veterinary clinic
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
8/10 Fire Factor
41% 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
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Fort Meade, FL • 33841
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.8 hours in
June and 6.6 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
8.8 hrs
6.6 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for Lake Buffum Rd N
We cannot show automated home-value estimates for this home.
Nearby homes have recently sold between $215,000 and $690,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $215K to $690K.