Stellar MLS

$99,000

River Ranch Rd

Lake Wales, FL 33898

Listing updated: March 4, 2026 at 11:25 PM ET

Active
0
Baths
2.51
Acres
2.51 acres$1/sqft
Land

Property type

109,431 sqft

Lot size

$1

Price / sq ft

No HOA

HOA dues

429

Days on market

X

Flood zone

About this home

Discover this spacious 2.51-acre vacant lot on River Ranch Rd in Lake Wales, FL 33898. "Zoning: RC" Located within the renowned River Ranch Property Owners Association. Secure your spot in this unique Florida sportsman's paradise!Pin Location: Latitude 27.76722928, Longitude -81.22319655.Note: buyers I emphasize the importance of conducting thorough due diligence to ensure that the property meets your expectations and requirements.

Local Insight

At $1 per square foot for 2.51 acres in X flood zone (lowest risk), this is raw land pricing that reflects its undeveloped state—you're buying potential, not infrastructure, so factor in significant costs for utilities, permitting, and access before assuming this is a bargain. Lake Wales's elevation advantage and deliberate small-town character are genuine draws, but this property's actual location on River Ranch Road and buildability constraints (septic feasibility, well depth, local zoning) need verification before committing, since rural acreage this cheap often comes with hidden site challenges. The appeal here depends entirely on what you want to build: investment speculation might work if the town's revitalization momentum continues, but owner-building or subdivision requires serious due diligence on soil conditions, road frontage, and actual development costs.

AI-generated insight based on listing data and neighborhood context. Verify independently.

Estimated monthly payment

Principal & interest$501
Property taxes$1
Home insurance (est.)$45

Estimate only. Taxes use the listing's reported amount where available; insurance is a Florida-average estimate. Your actual payment will vary — run a full calculation or talk to a lender.

Price & listing history429 days on market

  1. Status: Active
    Dec 30, 2024
  2. Listed$49,000
    Dec 30, 2024
  3. Price increased$99,000

Facts & features

Property type
Land
Status
Active
Days on market
429
County
Polk
Price/sq ft
$1
Lot size
109,431 sq ft
Lot category
2 to less than 5
Flood zone
X
Annual taxes
$17 (2023)
Parcel #
31-31-21-000000-023130
Zoning
RC
MLS #
O6267362

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HOA & Financial

Total monthly fees
$0/mo
Total annual fees
$0
Ownership
Fee Simple

Exterior & Construction

Road surface
Dirt

Utilities

Sewer
None
Water source
None
Utilities
Other

Listing Details

Listing date
2024-12-30
On market date
2024-12-30
Original list price
$49,000
MLS area
33898 - Lake Wales
Listing AOR
Suncoast Tampa
Status changed
2024-12-30
Tax legal description
SE1/4 OF NE1/4 OF NW1/4 OF SE1/4 LESS 1/2 INT IN OIL GAS AND MINERAL RIGHTS

Flood risk

Minimal riskFEMA Zone X

Minimal-risk area outside the mapped floodplain. Flood insurance is optional and typically low-cost.

Source: FEMA flood zone reported on the listing. Confirm current designation at FEMA Flood Map Service Center.

Location

Directions

200 Government Center Blvd Head northwest Restricted usage road 112 ft Keep right to continue toward Old Haines City Lake Alfred Rd Restricted usage road 164 ft Turn right onto Old Haines City Lake Alfred Rd 0.9 mi Turn right onto Fletcher Fish Camp Rd/Fletcher Trailer Park Rd 0.4 mi Turn left onto US-17 N/US-92 E 1.2 mi Merge onto US-27 S via the ramp to Lake Wales Pass by McDonald's (on the right in 6.6 mi) 15.2 mi Turn left to merge onto FL-60 E/State Rd 60 E/W Polk Ave toward Vero Beach Continue to follow FL-60 E/State Rd 60 E Pass by Pizza Hut (on the right in 0.8 mi) 25.5 mi Turn right onto River Ranch Blvd 1.5 mi River Ranch Rd, Lake Wales, FL 33898

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