Property Attributes
- MLS#TB8539042
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyPolk
- CityFORT MEADE
- AreaFort Meade
- NeighborhoodN/A
- Zip33841
- StyleSingle Family Residence
- Year Built1999
- Taxes$ 2472
- Price$ 2,700,000
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage1752
- Lot Size125 Acres
Data Source:
Stellar MLS
Property Description
Discover a rare opportunity to own 125 acres of fully operational ranchland along the edge of Florida’s historic ridge in southeastern Polk County. Located on Lake Buffum Road near Fort Meade, this exceptional property combines wide-open pasture, established ranch infrastructure, and a beautifully maintained custom home—creating an ideal setting for cattle, horses, recreation, or simply enjoying the privacy and freedom of rural Florida living. The ranch is high and dry, fully fenced, and ready for livestock, offering expansive acreage with the infrastructure already in place for a working cattle operation. A three-stall horse barn with tack room provides dedicated equestrian space, while an additional storage barn offers plenty of room for equipment, implements, and ranch necessities. With its generous acreage and established improvements, the property offers the increasingly rare opportunity to step directly into an authentic Florida ranch lifestyle. At the heart of the property is an exceptionally clean and well-maintained 1,752-square-foot custom home designed for comfortable country living. The updated kitchen features wood Shaker-style cabinetry, Italian quartz countertops, and modern finishes, while both bathrooms have been updated with quartz countertops. The home is further enhanced by Pella hurricane-impact windows and sliding doors, new double front doors with a custom storm protection system, and a durable metal roof, providing both quality and peace of mind. Surrounded by open land and Florida countryside, the residence offers a peaceful retreat after a day on the ranch while remaining conveniently positioned for access to Fort Meade, Bartow, and Lake Wales. Whether envisioned as a working cattle ranch, equestrian property, recreational retreat, or private family compound, Polk Ridge Ranch offers the acreage, improvements, and location to create something truly special. 125 acres of Florida ranchland—established, functional, and ready for its next chapter.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Alturas Elem Elementary School | McLaughlin Academy Of Excellence Middle School | Mclaughlin Academy Of Excellence High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 8/14/2026 | Listed $2,700,000 |
General Features
| Sewer | Septic Tank |
|---|---|
| Heating | Central |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Utilities | Cable Connected,Electricity Connected,Water Connected |
| Roof | Metal |
| Appliances | Refrigerator |
| Garage Spaces | 2 |
| Construction Materials | Block,Stucco |
| Year Built | 1999 |
| Levels | One |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Current Use | Cattle |
| Ownership | Fee Simple |
| Additional Parcels Description | 27-31-06-000000-013010,27-31-06-000000-031040 |
| County | Polk |
| New Construction | false |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Attached Garage | true |
| Subdivision Name | N/A |
| Facing Direction | South |
| Garage Y/N | true |
| Other Structures | Barn(s) |
| Total Rooms | 8 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | From Bartow, take Hwy 60 E to US Hwy 27. Turn right (south) on US Hwy 27, then right on Alturas-Babson Park Cutoff Rd (CR 640). Turn left on Lake Buffum Rd, then right on Lake Buffum Rd N. Continue to 9111 Lake Buffum Rd N. |
| High School | Mclaughlin Academy Of Excellence |
| City | FORT MEADE |
| Senior Community Y/N | false |
| MLS Area | 33841 - Fort Meade |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 5445000 |
| Carport Y/N | false |
| Elementary School | Alturas Elem |
| Land Lease Y/N | false |
| Tax Annual Amount | 2472.84 |
| Middle/Junior High School | McLaughlin Academy Of Excellence |
| Additional Parcels Y/N | true |
| Lease Considered Y/N | true |
| Building Area Units | Square Feet |
| Living Area Units | Square Feet |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Occupancy Type | Owner |
| Legal Description | BEG 2454.12 FT E OF SW COR NW1/4 N 02 DEG 19 MIN 09 SEC W 1059 FT E 465.59 FT S 02 DEG 19 MIN 09 SEC E 1059 FT TO S LINE NW1/4 W 465.59 FT TO POB LESS MAINT R/W |
| Minimum Lease | No Minimum |
| Water Access Y/N | false |
| Water View Y/N | false |
| Flood Zone Code | X |
| In Law Suite YN | false |
| Flood Zone Code X | Yes |
| DockY/N | false |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Eating Space In Kitchen,High Ceilings,Kitchen/Family Room Combo,Primary Bedroom Main Floor,Solid Surface Counters,Solid Wood Cabinets,Split Bedroom,Thermostat |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Vinyl |
| Furnished Y/N | Unfurnished |
| Total Stories | 1 |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Window Features | Shutters,Storm Window(s) |
| Fireplace Y/N | false |
| Laundry Features | Laundry Room |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| LivingAreaSource | Public Records |
| Total Baths | 2 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | French Doors,Hurricane Shutters |
|---|---|
| Lot Features | Cleared,Farm |
| Water Source | None |
| Lot Size Area | 125 |
| Foundation Details | Slab |
| Building Area Total | 2441 |
| Lot Size Acres | 125 |
| Road Surface Type | Asphalt |
| Private Pool | false |
| Waterfront Y/N | false |
| Covered Spaces | 2 |
| Number of Lots | 3 |
| Road Responsibility | Public Maintained Road |
| Horse Amenities | Stable(s) |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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