
$995,000
1915 Buffum Lake TrailFort Meade, FL 33841
Listing updated: November 4, 2026 at 11:24 AM ET
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Price / sq ft
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About this home
**RARE OPPORTUNITY TO OWN OVER 43 ACRES WITH DIRECT LAKE BUFFUM FRONTAGE!** Discover an exceptional piece of Old Florida offering expansive waterfront views, wide-open pastures, and endless possibilities in beautiful Fort Meade. Comprised of two parcels totaling approximately 43.19 acres, this remarkable property combines the privacy of country living with the natural beauty of Lake Buffum, creating an incredible setting for a private lakefront estate, family compound, equestrian retreat, agricultural operation, or recreational getaway. Imagine building your dream home overlooking the lake, enjoying breathtaking sunrises, spending afternoons fishing or boating, and experiencing the peace and tranquility of your own waterfront sanctuary. With generous acreage, mostly cleared land, and existing fencing, the property provides ample room for livestock, horses, outdoor recreation, and future improvements. An existing 1,152-square-foot mobile home offers additional convenience, with well, septic, and electricity already connected, providing a potential place to stay while planning your future vision. Accessed via private Buffum Lake Trail, the property offers a secluded rural atmosphere while remaining within reach of Fort Meade, Bartow, Lake Wales, and surrounding Central Florida communities. For buyers seeking more than just acreage, this property presents an exciting opportunity to explore potential agricultural, residential, or long-term investment uses, subject to county approvals and applicable regulations. **Properties offering this combination of substantial acreage, direct lake frontage, existing infrastructure, and privacy are increasingly difficult to find.** Whether your vision is a spectacular waterfront homestead, a peaceful weekend escape, or a legacy property to enjoy for generations, this is your opportunity to create something truly special on Lake Buffum. Schedule your private tour and experience the possibilities firsthand!
Estimated monthly payment
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 history0 days on market
- Status: ActiveNov 4, 2026
- Listed$995,000Nov 4, 2026
Facts & features
- Property type
- Land
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 0
- County
- Polk
- Price/sq ft
- $1
- Lot size
- 1,881,300 sq ft
- Lot category
- 20 to less than 50
- Flood zone
- AE,X
- Annual taxes
- $1,369 (2025)
- Parcel #
- 27-31-18-000000-011030
- MLS #
- TB8562837
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Parking
- Garage spaces
- 0
HOA & Financial
- Total monthly fees
- None
- Total annual fees
- None
- Listing terms
- Cash, Conventional, VA Loan
- Ownership
- Fee Simple
Exterior & Construction
- Waterfront
- Yes
- Water access
- Yes
- Water view
- Yes
- Road surface
- Other
Utilities
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Water source
- Well
- Utilities
- Electricity Available, Other, Water Available
Schools
Letter grades: Florida DOE 2024–25 school grades (Orange, Seminole, Lake, Osceola, Brevard). Assigned schools from the listing agent — verify enrollment with the district.
Listing Details
- Listing date
- 2026-11-04
- On market date
- 2026-11-04
- Original list price
- $995,000
- MLS area
- 33841 - Fort Meade
- Listing AOR
- Suncoast Tampa
- Status changed
- 2026-11-04
- Tax legal description
- PT LOT 12 DESC AS THAT PART OF E1/2 OF SEC LYING WITHIN: COM NW COR S20 T31 R27 S 177.90 FT TO C/L E BUFFUM RD N 37 DEG 44 MIN 14 SEC E 500.52 FT N 52 DEG 19 MIN 51 SEC W 2022.16 FT TO POB N 89 DEG 50 MIN 15 SEC W 219.72 FT N 16 DEG 23 MIN 41 SEC E 9 91.12 FT N 30 DEG 52 MIN 31 SEC E 2317.82 FT S 44 DEG 35 MIN 36 SEC E 845.25 FT S 38 DEG 14 MIN 10 SEC W 2977.71 FT TO POB
Flood risk
FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area (1% annual-chance / “100-year” floodplain). Flood insurance is generally required by mortgage lenders.
Source: FEMA flood zone reported on the listing. Confirm current designation at FEMA Flood Map Service Center.
Location
Directions
Get on FL-618 Toll E/Selmon Expy from FL-573 N. Drive from I-4 E and FL-570 E to Polk County. Take exit 10 from FL-570 E. Merge onto US-98 S/Bartow Rd. Use the left 3 lanes to turn left to stay on US-98 S. Turn right onto FL-60 E (signs for Lake Wales/Vero Bch). Turn right onto 80 Foot Rd. Turn left onto Homeland-Garfield Rd/Lake Hendry Rd. Turn left onto Lake Buffum Rd S. Turn right to stay on Lake Buffum Rd S. Turn left to stay on Lake Buffum Rd S. Turn left onto Lake Buffum Rd E. Turn left onto Buffum Lake Trail. Turn right.
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