Rarely does an opportunity like this come to market. Tucked along the pristine shoreline of Lake Van in the heart of Auburndale, this extraordinary 12.59-acre lakefront parcel on Adams Barn Road with barn and tennis court is your blank canvas to build the private estate you've always envisioned, completely on your own terms. Lake Van spans 595 acres and reaches depths of up to 30 feet, offering spectacular open-water views and year-round recreation. The lake welcomes motorized boats, jet skis, and houseboats with no permit required and no boating restrictions, making it a true lakefront lifestyle destination. With this much acreage directly on the water, you'll have the room and the privacy to design a home that takes full advantage of every breathtaking sunset over the lake. The property already features a large barn for lawn equipment and a tennis court, giving you a head start as you bring your dream home to life. Towering trees, lush natural surroundings, and direct lake frontage create an atmosphere of seclusion that is increasingly rare in Central Florida, a true private retreat where the outside world simply fades away. Auburndale sits in Polk County, the true center of Florida, equidistant from the Gulf and Atlantic, and between Tampa and Orlando. You're just 44 miles from Orlando and only 30 to 40 minutes from Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, and SeaWorld, yet here on Adams Barn Road, you'll feel a world away. The city is ringed by more than a dozen lakes, and its relaxed, small-town character makes it one of Central Florida's most beloved hidden gems. This is one of several available parcels in this exceptional lakefront enclave. An additional 2.31-acre adjacent parcel is available separately at $289,000, ideal for expanding your estate, ensuring maximum privacy, or securing the land for family. Opportunities to own this much pristine lakefront acreage on Lake Van simply do not come along often. Whether you're dreaming of a grand estate, a weekend escape, or a generational legacy property, this is where that dream begins.
New Armenia, located between Lake Ariana and Downtown Auburndale, is a residential and lakeside Auburndale neighborhood with a porch-lined streetscape and a water-oriented rhythm. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Lake Ariana waterfront near Lake Ariana Boulevard, where walkers, anglers, and sunset-watchers share the shoreline. Housing reads as Florida mid-century and ranch forms, with mature trees and deep setbacks shaping a calm streetscape. Daily routines orbit the lake loop and nearby civic greens rather than big-box corridors. Community touchstones include the Auburndale City Park complex, the Auburndale Public Library, and the historic Auburndale Depot.
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Property details
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Interior features
Unimproved land (no interior structures indicated)
Exterior features
Lakefront property with lake views of Lake Van
Approximately 220 feet of lake frontage
Mature landscaping and trees
Barn(s) on the property
Irrigation equipment present
Asphalt road access
Lot dimensions approximately 823.85 x 452.09 x 387.68 x 445
Home design
Land property (no primary residence indicated)
Current use listed as unimproved
Construction
Barn constructed with block (barn feature)
Utilities
No public water source
No sewer
Broadband/high-speed internet available
HOA & community
No association indicated
Other
Total acreage approximately 12.6 acres
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The purpose of the A/RR district is to provide lands for the continuation of productive agricultural uses and to provide for very low density residential development within unincorporated rural areas. The A/RR district permits agricultural activities, agricultural support facilities, multi-family dwelling units, farm labor housing, group living facilities, and community facilities.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Greenhouse / nursery
Livestock production
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
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Veterinary clinic
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
6/10 Fire Factor
8% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 107° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years
10/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Redfin Estimate for Adams Barn Rd
$1,202,397
$178K under list price of $1.38M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $327K to $560K.