1980 Lake Buffum Road E
FORT MEADE, FL 33841
- 2 beds
- 3 baths
- 2,144 sqft
- ~285 acre lot
- $1,912 per sqft
- 2005 build
- – on site
Spectacular, NATURAL FLORIDA SANCTUARY awaits the ultimate outdoor enthusiast! This outdoor hideaway with 285+/- acres boasts a custom-built 3,194 GSF home, pool, party barn, guest apartment, 5-stand for sporting clays, a 13+/- acre private fishing pond- stocked with largemouth bass and dock, improved pastureland, ideal hunting grounds with native, untouched oak hammocks, pine stands and palmetto scrub. Also included with the property are 5 buildable acres directly on Lake Buffum for quick access to some of the best fishing found in Polk County! This property has it all! Hunting, Fishing, entertaining, and relaxing in the beauty and privacy this sanctuary provides. Enjoy the picturesque sunsets on the private dock, while casting a line for largemouth bass on this 13-acre private fishing pond. The 5-acre buildable lot on Lake Buffum provides 225 feet of direct access on Lake Buffum. You will enjoy 1,268 acres of ideal fishing for largemouth bass, bluegill, and catfish right from the shoreline. Imagine waking up to the tranquil sound of lapping waves and the promise of a day filled with fishing adventures steps away from your doorstep, without the hassle of traveling, leaving you with more quality time spent outdoors. Explore the many winding trails through native oak hammocks, pine stands, and palmetto scrub, buffered by 3,178± acres of conservation land. Enjoy the outdoors and all the wild game this property has to offer! The custom-built main house is the heart of the ranch. Designed for entertaining and family gatherings, the home offers glorious waves of natural sunlight and spectacular views of the surrounding ranch. The welcoming front porch boasts gorgeous sunset views across Lake Buffum and the land. The timeless exterior is built to withstand the Florida seasons with a metal roof, and a 25 kW whole home generator. As you step through the front doors you will be welcomed into the open and airy main living area that flows seamlessly into the dining room and kitchen. Custom cypress woodwork, vaulted ceilings, hickory hardwood floors and cabinets, exposed beams, high-end finishes, and meticulous maintenance are some of the reasons why this home makes such a unique and lasting impression. The two-story home provides extreme privacy as the second bedroom and full bath are upstairs, next to the loft office. The master bedroom suite provides a sanctuary to relax with a gas fireplace, an ensuite bathroom with double vanity, walk-in-closet, and private access to the front porch where a hot tub awaits for you to unwind and enjoy the breathtaking country sunsets. Guess can make themselves at home within the privacy of their own 2-bedroom barn apartment, Located on the second floor of the the toy storage barn, the 784 SF apartment is equipped with a full kitchen, living room, and bathroom. The space is functional and spacious, with the best views of the property from the large screened-in porch. Good times will abound within the air-conditioned party barn with a built-in wet bar, private bathroom, outdoor fire pit, custom-built 5-stand for shooting sporting clays, two deer stands, and three wildlife feeders. This sportsman's paradise has it all! Flora, Fauna, Farm and FUN! Make an appointment to explore and experience this paradise today!
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Last updated Mar 13, 2025
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MLS# T3533019 —
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The Building
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Year Built:2005
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New Construction:false
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Architectural Style:Florida
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Construction Materials:Vinyl Siding
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Levels:Two
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Stories Total:2
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Roof:Metal
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Foundation Details:Slab
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Patio And Porch Features:Covered
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Building Area Total:3194
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Building Area Units:Square Feet
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Building Area Source:Public Records
Interior
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Interior Features:Cathedral Ceiling(s)
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Flooring:Luxury Vinyl
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Additional Rooms:Den/Library/Office
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Fireplace:true
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Fireplace Features:Gas
Room Dimensions
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Living Area:2144
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Living Area Units:Square Feet
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Living Area Source:Public Records
Location
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Directions:From Bartow, Florida, Take US-98/ Hwy 17 S (3.8 miles) Turn left onto Homeland-Garfield Road (4.7 miles) Continue on Sinkhole Road. Drive to Lake Buffum Road North (9.8 miles) Turn Left onto Sinkhole Road (2.5 miles) Turn Right onto Surveyors Lake Road (0.2 miles) Slight Right onto Murphy Road (1.5 miles) Continue onto Lake Buffum Road North (5.6 miles)
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Latitude:27.788016
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Longitude:-81.633224
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Coordinates:-81.633224, 27.788016
The Property
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Parcel Number:273117000000011040
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Property Type:Residential
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Property Subtype:Farm
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Lot Features:Cleared
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Lot Size Acres:284.84
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Lot Size Area:284.8447
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Lot Size SqFt:12407837
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Lot Size Units:Acres
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Total Acres:200 to less than 500
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Current Use:Cattle
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Direction Faces:West
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View:Trees/Woods
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View:true
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Exterior Features:French Doors
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Horse Amenities:Stable(s)
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# of Paddocks Pastures:5
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Vegetation:Oak Trees
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Water Source:Well
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Road Responsibility:Public Maintained Road
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Road Surface Type:Asphalt
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Flood Zone Code:x
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Additional Parcels:true
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Additional Parcels Description:27-31-17-000000-011010,27-31-09-000000-042010,27-31-16-000000-014010,27-31-17-000000-013030
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Homestead:true
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Lease Restrictions:false
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Land Lease:false
Listing Agent
- Contact info:
- Agent phone:
- (813) 540-1000
- Office phone:
- (813) 540-1000
Taxes
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Tax Year:2023
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Tax Legal Description:COMM SW COR OF SEC S0-21-06E 177.9 FT ALONG W LINE OF NW1/4 OF SEC 20 TO PT ON C/L OF E BUFFUM RD N37-44-14E ALONG SAID C/L 500.52 FT N37-43-46E 137.6 FT N37-44-08E 1810.58 FT N40-33-52E 2435.15 FT S88-45E 1275 FT TO POB N13-35E 470 FT S76-25E 470 FT S13-35W 470 FT N76-25W 470 FT TO POB
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Tax Exemptions:Agricultural Exemption
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Tax Book Number:P-81
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Tax Annual Amount:$4,014.09
Beds
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Bedrooms Total:2
Baths
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Total Baths:2.5
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Total Baths:3
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Full Baths:2
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Half Baths:1
The Listing
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Special Listing Conditions:None
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Home Warranty:false
Heating & Cooling
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Heating:Central
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Heating:true
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Cooling:Central Air
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Cooling:true
Utilities
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Utilities:BB/HS Internet Available
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Sewer:Septic Tank
Appliances
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Appliances:Other
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Laundry Features:Inside
Schools
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Elementary School:Frostproof Elem
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Middle Or Junior School:Frostproof Middle Se
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High School:Frostproof Middle - Senior High
The Community
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Subdivision Name:NOT IN SUBDIVISION
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Senior Community:false
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Waterview:Lake
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Waterview:true
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Water Access:Lake
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Water Access:true
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Water Extras:Fishing Pier
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Water Body Name:Lake Buffum
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Waterfront:true
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Waterfront Features:Lake
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Spa:true
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Spa Features:Above Ground
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Pool Private:true
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Pool Features:Above Ground
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Pets Allowed:Yes
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Association:false
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Ownership:Fee Simple
Parking
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Garage:false
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Carport:true
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Carport Spaces:1
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Covered Spaces:1
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Open Parking:true
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Parking Features:Circular Driveway
Monthly cost estimate

Asking price
$4,100,000
Expense | Monthly cost |
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Mortgage
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$21,954
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Taxes | $334 |
Insurance | $1,127 |
Utilities | $169 See report |
Total | $23,584/mo.* |
*This is an estimate |
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Sale history
Date | Event | Source | Price | % Change |
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3/12/25
Mar 12, 2025
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Price Changed | STELLAR_MLS | $4,100,000 | -3.5% |
6/17/24
Jun 17, 2024
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Listed / Active | STELLAR_MLS | $4,250,000 |