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9111 Lake Buffum Road

FORT MEADE, FL 33841
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Bed 3

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Bath 2

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SqFt1,752

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Acres125

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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. W ith 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.

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Property Type : Residential

Price : $2,700,000

AD Id : 89556489

MLS Id : MFRTB8539042

Beds : 3

Lot Size : 125 Acres

Living Area Size : 1,752

Year Built : 1999

Garage : 2

County : Polk

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total Bedroom: 3

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 2 Full Baths: 2

    Interior Features

    Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom, Thermostat Roof: Metal Appliances: Refrigerator Laundry Features: Laundry Room

    Roofing Information

    Metal
  • Flooring Information

    Flooring: Vinyl Construction Materials: Block, Stucco
  • Heating & Cooling

    Heating: Central Cooling: Central Air WaterSource: None

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1999
  • Exterior Features

    French Doors, Hurricane Shutters Construction Materials: Block, Stucco Foundation Details: Slab Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

  • Lot Information

    Lot Description: Cleared, Farm Lot Square Feet: 5445000 Lot Acres: 125 Lot Size (SqMt): 505857

    Property Information

    Property Type: Residential Sub Type: Single Family Residence

  • Listing Price Information

    Original List Price:$2700000

  • Tax Information

    Tax Book Number: P-81 Tax 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 Annual Tax: $2472.84 Tax Year: 2025 Parcel Number: 27-31-06-000000-014010

  • Garage Information

    Has Garage: Yes Garage Space: 2

  • School Information

    Elementary School: Alturas Elem Junior High School: McLaughlin Academy Of Excellence Senior High School: Mclaughlin Academy Of Excellence
  • Utility Information

    Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Water Connected Sewer: Septic Tank Water Source: None
  • Location Information

    Subdivision: N/A City: FORT MEADE Direction: 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.
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MLS: MFRMLS #TB8539042 LISTED BY: Ellie Dahl, FISCHBACH LAND COMPANY LLC 813-540-1000 SOURCE: MFRMLS (My Florida Regional MLS DBA Stellar MLS) (Listings courtesy of MFRMLS (My Florida Regional MLS DBA Stellar MLS) as distributed by MLS GRID)

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