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7884 N Lake Buffum Shores Rd, Fort Meade, FL, 33841

$660,000

Home List Price

$7,838*

Closing Credit

2 Bedrooms
2 Full Baths
2,852 SqFt
$231/SqFt
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7884 N Lake Buffum Shores Rd, Fort Meade$660,000

Buyer Closing Credits

$7,838*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
Attached Garage3 spaces
Year Built2004
HeatingCentral, Electric
CoolingCentral Air
WaterfrontLake Front
ViewWater
MLS #L4946306
Lot Size1.03 Acres
StatusActive

About 7884 N Lake Buffum Shores Rd

A once in a lifetime opportunity to have the beautiful lakefront home you have been dreaming about. Located on just over 1-acre with a beautiful shoreline on exceptional Lake Buffum. A fisherman’s dream, this home is a rare find that has it all. With everything already in place to enjoy all that lake life has to offer combined with all you could want in a forever home, this house is move-in ready. The metal roof was installed in 2022 and a new air conditioner in spring of 2024. A complete irrigation system, home water filter/softener system, double pane vinyl windows throughout, this home has been diligently maintained. With a split bedroom floor plan, each bedroom with ensuite bathrooms, a large great room with amazing, vaulted ceiling, and the perfect enclosed sunroom/dayroom to enjoy lake views with your morning coffee or dinner with friends. The massive, oversized garage, which is air conditioned and heated, has more than enough space to store all your toys. The garage area has been thoughtfully designed to create a space that can be modified for future use as a third bedroom, craft room, or game room, with minimal effort. The eat in kitchen has incredible views of Lake Buffum, ideal for enjoying amazing sunrises and sunsets. With plenty of storage space and adjacent laundry room, this kitchen has everything you need. The rear patio with retractable awning looks out onto the lakefront and mature cypress trees. The private dock and covered boat lift has both electric and water supplies and, most importantly, a fish cleaning station. All that is needed is your boat. With inspiring lake views, sunrises and sunsets, and stargazing at night, this home provides the best of quiet country life combined with the perfect lake life. Make an appointment today as this could be your forever home.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Year Built: 2004
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 2,852 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: CRAIG BURKE REAL ESTATE GROUP, LLC
  • Listing Agent: Jimmy Schaill

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Filtration System
  • Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile
  • Interior: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fans(s), Crown Molding, Window Treatments

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedroom Count: 2

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Private Pool: No
  • Waterfront: Lake Front
  • View: Water
  • Exterior: Irrigation System, Rain Gutters

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 3 spaces
  • Attached Garage: Yes

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot Size: 1.03 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Cooling: Central Air

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: From HWY 27 South of Lake Wales go East on Alturas Babson Park Cutoff Rd to N. Lake Buffum Rd turn Left to Gerrard Rd turn Left to North Lake Buffum Shore Rd turn Left. Home will be the 7th Home on your Right.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $660,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $231/SqFt

HOA Fees:

  • Amount: $2551
  • Frequency: Annually
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Housing Market Comparison

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Fort Meade, FL

City

Med. Sold Price

$239.9K

Med. Price/SqFt

$178

Avg. Days On Market

77

# of Sold Homes

5

7884 N Lake Buffum Shores Rd vs Fort Meade

153 DAYS ON ROCKET

+76 Days

$660,000

+$420.1K More

$231/SqFt

+$53 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $420.1K more than the Median Sold Price and $53/SqFt more than other homes in Fort Meade, FL.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: MFRMLS
  • MLS Number: #L4946306

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: CRAIG BURKE REAL ESTATE GROUP, LLC
  • Listing Agent: Jimmy Schaill

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Total Monthly Payment

$2,045

Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Nearby Schools

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6
/10

  • Alturas Elementary School

  • 420 4th St

  • 5.29 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

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2
/10

  • Polk Avenue Elementary School

  • 110 E Polk Ave

  • 8.16 miles

  • Public Charter Grades PK-5

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3
/10

  • Ben Hill Griffin Jr. Elementary School

  • 501 McLeod Rd

  • 8.81 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

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Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $53,075. Most Fort Meade, FL residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Typical family type is married, no kids. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 7884 N Lake Buffum Shores Rd

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 7884 N Lake Buffum Shores Rd property is $660,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 7884 N Lake Buffum Shores Rd is a house located in Fort Meade, Florida, 33841.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 7884 N Lake Buffum Shores Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 7884 N Lake Buffum Shores Rd has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 7884 N Lake Buffum Shores Rd is 2,852 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 7884 N Lake Buffum Shores Rd is 2004.

Rocket Homes›Florida›Polk County›Fort Meade›33841›7884 N Lake Buffum Shores Rd

This home is located at 7884 N Lake Buffum Shores Rd in Fort Meade, FL and zip code 33841. This 2,852 square foot home, which was built in 2004, sits on a 1.03 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 21, 2024 and is currently priced at $660,000.

In November 2024, from all listings sold in Fort Meade, FL there were more than 1 sold above asking price, over 4 sold below and more than 0 were sold right at the asked price. Between October 2024 and November 2024, Fort Meade, FL real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 3.8%. While the average time on the market in November 2024 was 77 days, the median list price was $239,900.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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