Lakefront Retreat with Custom
For Sale
$4,100,000
Pending
1980 LAKE BUFFUM Rd E, Fort Meade, FL 33841
285-acre retreat featuring a custom home and private lake.
Property Size2,144 SF
Lot Size285.00 Acres
Days on Market163
Property Features for 1980 LAKE BUFFUM Rd E
General Information
Standard status
Pending
Size
2,144 SF
Lot size
285.00 Acres
Property subtype
Farm and Ranch Properties
Taxes and HOA fees
Annual Taxes
$4,014
Building Details
Building Size
2,144 SF
Year Built
2005
Stories
2
Listed By:
Ellie Dahl
(863) 224-3944
Source:
Elliman
Added: Mar 26
Changed: Sep 3
Last Checked: Sep 1 at 10:45PM
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Based on property information with market context.
This 285-acre retreat in Polk County features a custom-built 3,194 GSF home, a party barn, and a guest apartment. The property includes a 5-stand for sporting clays and a 13-acre private fishing pond stocked with largemouth bass, complete with a dock. Improved pastureland is ideal for hunting, with native oak hammocks, pine stands, and palmetto scrub. Additionally, the property offers 5 acres directly on Lake Buffum, providing access to fishing. The land includes 225 feet of direct access onto Lake Buffum, which offers 1,268 acres for fishing largemouth bass, bluegill, and catfish. Winding trails through native oak hammocks and pine forests are buffered by 3,178 acres of conservation land. Two deer stands and three wildlife feeders are present on the property. The custom-built main house is designed for entertaining and family gatherings, featuring natural sunlight and views of the surrounding ranch. The front porch offers sunset views across Lake Buffum and the land. The exterior includes a metal roof and a whole-home generator. The open main living area flows into the dining room and kitchen, with custom woodwork, vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, exposed beams, and high-end finishes. The two-story home provides privacy, with the second bedroom and full bath upstairs next to the loft office. The master bedroom suite includes a gas fireplace, an ensuite bathroom with double vanity, a walk-in closet, and private access to the front porch with a hot tub.
Key Highlights
- 285± acre retreat featuring a 13± acre private, stocked fishing pond and 5 acres directly on Lake Buffum, offering exceptional fishing.
- Custom‑built 3,194 GSF home with high‑end finishes, vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, a metal roof, and a whole‑home generator.
- Includes a party barn and guest apartment ideal for entertaining.
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Current Use
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Trade Area within ½ mile
3
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Demographics for 33841, FL
7,439
Population
3,776
Households
2
Avg Household Size
40
Median Age
9%
College-Educated
77%
High-School Grad
168.4 sq mi
ZIP Area
44
Density / Sq Mi
$39,608
Median Household Income
$35,374
Median Earnings
$860
Median Rent
$138,700
Median Home Value
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Farm - 285-acre retreat featuring a custom home and private lake.
Where is this farm located?
The property is located at 1980 LAKE BUFFUM Rd E Fort Meade, FL.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $4,100,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 285± acre retreat featuring a 13± acre private, stocked fishing pond and 5 acres directly on Lake Buffum, offering exceptional fishing.; Custom‑built 3,194 GSF home with high‑end finishes, vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, a metal roof, and a whole‑home generator.; Includes a party barn and guest apartment ideal for entertaining.
