Welcome home to the beautiful Lake Buffum! Situated on just over two acres this 2,352 square foot home has been thoughtfully renovated bringing modern updates without losing its charm. There are three large bedrooms, all with their own, private bathroom and walk in closets. The kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances, glass tile backsplash, custom oak cabinetry, butcher block countertops and a granite countertop island. The eat-in kitchen area is centered in front of lake view windows adding the perfect ambience for all of your meals. The large living room has sliding doors that lead out onto your patio. Flowers and fruit trees surround the patio and fill the yard including mango, lemon, lychee, starfruit, mulberry, fig, peach and loquat. Down by the lake there is a large beach area perfect for sunbathing, volleyball, swimming and launching kayaks. There is a detached patio nestled under palms trees for enjoying the views and also a stand of oaks currently home to a hammock for relaxing and enjoying the lake breeze. The property features two carports, a large workshop with lake-view windows and electricity, a summer house and a tool shed. There is plenty of workspace and storage no matter your hobbies! The roof was redone in 2019 with Landmark 30yr shingles and RoofRunner underlayment. This home has no HOA. If you’re looking for a property with an in-law suite or rental potential this is it. Lake Buffum is a 1,268 acre lake located in the fastest growing county in Florida! It is a favorite spot among locals for catching bass, bluegill and crappie. There are many other fishing, hunting & hiking areas all within day trip distance of the property. Gas stations and convenience stores are within 15mins. No detail was overlooked with this property - come see for yourself what the best of lake living in Central Florida is like!
Single-familyProperty Type
1966Year Built
2.08 acresLot Size
$210Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Timothy Watts• CENTURY 21 WC REALTY
Contact: 561-283-8833
Bought with Matt Mesimer• KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY SMART 1
AFFORDABLE LAKEFRONT- Lake Buffum handyman special! Situated on two plus acres on beautiful 1500 MOL acre lake located in the heart of Central Florida. Being sold AS-IS. (Needs kitchen and other repairs). Quiet, paved street on the south side of the lake. Outbuildings.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,895 (+10.0%)
2024
$1,722 (+11.6%)
2023
$1,544 (+0.4%)
2022
$1,537 (−0.5%)
2021
$1,546 (+2.2%)
2020
$1,512 (−42.4%)
2019
$2,624 (+190.3%)
$26,980 + $88,195
$115,175
2018
$904 (+0.4%)
$26,980 + $125,844
$152,824
2017
$900 (+5.4%)
2016
$854 (+0.7%)
2014
$848 (−1.6%)
2013
$862 (+49.4%)
2012
$577
Tax history for 2519 Gabriel Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,895 (+10.0%)
2024
$1,722 (+11.6%)
2023
$1,544 (+0.4%)
2022
$1,537 (−0.5%)
2021
$1,546 (+2.2%)
2020
$1,512 (−42.4%)
2019
$2,624 (+190.3%)
$26,980 + $88,195
$115,175
2018
$904 (+0.4%)
$26,980 + $125,844
$152,824
2017
$900 (+5.4%)
2016
$854 (+0.7%)
2014
$848 (−1.6%)
2013
$862 (+49.4%)
2012
$577
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
100 ft.
Lot depth
575 ft.
Lot size
2.08 Acres
Year renovated
1966
Sq. Ft.
2,352
Year built
1966
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
263113000000014020
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 11, 2026.
A/RR
WETLANDS OVERLAY
Rural Agricultural/Residential District
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.
Zone overlays
EMERGENT AQUATIC VEGETATION
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Greenhouse / nursery
Livestock production
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Kennel
Veterinary clinic
Apr 2, 2024 • Final
Mechanical
Install a new heat pump package unit.
Heat pump
HVAC
Sep 4, 2019 • Final
Re-roof
Work on a shingle re-roof.
Roofing
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Covered
Has Carport
Carport Spaces: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 3
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Inside, Laundry Room
Other Rooms Information
Additional Rooms: Interior In-Law Suite w/Private Entry
Other Structures: Other, Shed(s), Storage, Workshop
Zoning: R-1
Land Information
Vegetation: Fruit Trees, Oak Trees, Trees/Landscaped
Total Acreage: 2 to less than 5
Lot Information
Lot Features: Street Dead-End, Paved, Unincorporated
Lot Size Acres: 2.08
Lot Size Dimensions: 100x575
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Lot Size Square Meters: 8417
Other Exemptions YN: 1
Building Information
MFR_BuildingAreaTotalSrchSqM: 218.51
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,722.48
Tax Year: 2024
Lease / Rent Details
Lease Restrictions YN: 0
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: BB/HS Internet Available, Electricity Connected
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Unit Number YN: 0
HOA Information
MFR_Association2YN: 0
Association Fee Requirement: None
Association Approval Required Y/N: 0
Location Information
Directions: From 98/630 take Rhoden Rd north, turn east onto Lake Buffum Rd S, stay north on Lake Buffum Rd S then take a right onto Gabriel Rd. Gabriel Rd curves sharply to the left then again to the right and the property will be on your left.
Community Information
Pets Allowed: Yes
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,352
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2.08 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1966
Year Renovated: 1966
County: Polk County
APN: 263113000000014020
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Third Party YN: 1
Listing Information
Attribution Contact: 561-283-8833
Previous Status: Pending
Backups Requested YN: 1
Listing Date Information
Days to Contract: 87
Status Contractual Search Date: 2025-08-08
Listing Price Information
Calculated List Price By Calculated Sq Ft: 233.42
Green Information
Green Verification Count: 0
Direction Faces: South
Home Information
Living Area: 2352
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Public Records
Living Area Meters: 218.51
Building Area Total: 2352
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Public Records
Foundation Details: Slab
Stories Total: 2
Levels: Two
Around this home
Schools
Lewis Anna Woodbury Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 8.2mi
3/10
Fort Meade Middle/Senior High School
Public 6-12 • Assigned • 7.2mi
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
8/10 Fire Factor
37% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 108° expected this year, 24 days in 30 years
10/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Fort Meade, FL • 33841
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Estimated sale price
$470,000 – $568,000
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