7888 N Lake Buffum Shore Rd, Fort Meade, FL 33841

Off market feb 2023 for $365K

$393,533

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $3,014/mo

•

2,172

sq ft

7888 N Lake Buffum Shore Rd, Fort Meade, FL 33841

About this home

One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Welcome to this gorgeous neighbourhood! Terrific 3 bedroom and 2 bathroom home with a double car garage. The impeccable kitchen has beautiful ample cabinets, stainless steel appliances and a breakfast bar. Step inside this beautiful interior with neutral floors, plenty of natural light, and neutral palette. The primary bedroom features plush carpet, a sizable closet, and a private bathroom. Relax with your favourite drink in the backyard with a patio and lush grass. Don't miss this incredible opportunity.

Single-familyProperty Type

1999Year Built

0.57 acresLot Size

$181Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Alli Johnston • OPENDOOR BROKERAGE LLC

Listed by Susan Westwood • OPENDOOR BROKERAGE LLC

Contact: Homes@opendoor.com

Bought with Jimmy Schaill • COLDWELL BANKER REALTY

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #O6017218

Redfin Estimate

$393,533

$29K since sold in February 2023$2,000 since September

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Estimate history
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This home's estimate is 9.1% higher than the average sale price ($361K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 28, 2026
$235,000
A
3 beds2 baths1,480 sq ft
4846 Mac Donald St, Lake Wales, FL 33859
SOLD JUN 16, 2026
$405,000
B
3 beds2 baths2,250 sq ft
225 Limpkin Ln, Frostproof, FL 33843
SOLD AUG 11, 2026
$560,000
C
3 beds2.5 baths2,509 sq ft
3851 Muncie Rd, Babson Park, FL 33827
SOLD MAR 6, 2026
$305,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,946 sq ft
703 N Polk Ave, Fort Meade, FL 33841
SOLD AUG 12, 2026
$249,000
E
4 beds2 baths1,568 sq ft
4717 Easton St, Lake Wales, FL 33859
SOLD JUL 13, 2026
$410,000
F
3 beds3 baths2,559 sq ft
1404 N Crooked Lake Dr, Babson Park, FL 33827

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Rent

$2,998/mo

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Market trends in 33841, FL

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Buyer's market

Sale-to-List Price

97.1%

+4.1% MoM

Median sale price

$240K

$104 MoM

Avg. days on market

93d

17 days MoM

Recently sold homes

5 MoM

New listings for sale

$239,950
3 beds2 baths1,334 sq ft
521 N Tecumseh Ave, Fort Meade, FL 33841
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Sale history for 7888 N Lake Buffum Shore Rd

Date

Event

Price

Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #O6017218

Feb 10, 2023

Sold

$365,000

$168/sq ft

Jan 12, 2023

Pending

—

Nov 17, 2022

Price Changed

$413,000

$190/sq ft

Nov 3, 2022

Price Changed

$423,000

$195/sq ft

Oct 20, 2022

Relisted

—

Sep 15, 2022

Price Changed

$435,000

$200/sq ft

Sep 1, 2022

Price Changed

$440,000

$203/sq ft

Aug 11, 2022

Price Changed

$445,000

$205/sq ft

Jul 29, 2022

Price Changed

$465,000

$214/sq ft

Jul 15, 2022

Price Changed

$483,000

$222/sq ft

Jun 23, 2022

Price Changed

$489,000

$225/sq ft

Jun 10, 2022

Price Changed

$495,000

$228/sq ft

May 26, 2022

Price Changed

$515,000

$237/sq ft

May 5, 2022

Price Changed

$525,000

$242/sq ft

Apr 21, 2022

Price Changed

$533,000

$245/sq ft

Apr 11, 2022

Listed

$545,000

$251/sq ft

Public Records

Mar 31, 2022

Sold

$494,400

$228/sq ft

Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #P4627375

Jan 31, 2014

Sold

$147,644

$68/sq ft

Sep 26, 2013

Listed

$130,500

$60/sq ft

Lakefront home on Lake Buffum! This 3 bdr 2 ba home features open floor plan with cathedral ceiling, split bedroom plan and Great Rm concept. Kitchen is spacious and includes breakfast bar. The enclosed FL Room has gorgeous lake views that make enjoyingthe beautiful lake front sunsets a joy. Other notable features include inside laundry area, spacious master suite, add'l bonus room and side entry garage. Buyer's premium is 4.5%. Call today to experience all this home has to offer.

Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #O5172015

Sep 26, 2013

Listing Removed

—

Public Records

Jan 3, 2002

Sold

$150,000

$69/sq ft

Public Records

Apr 29, 1998

Sold

$30,000

$14/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$3,366 (+6.4%)

2024

$3,165 (−39.0%)

2023

$5,190 (+36.7%)

2022

$3,797 (+8.4%)

$70,596 + $288,869

$359,465

2021

$3,503 (+3.5%)

2020

$3,384 (+0.8%)

$53,493 + $167,010

$220,503

2019

$3,356 (+2.4%)

$51,198 + $160,435

$211,633

2018

$3,278 (+10.2%)

$51,198 + $154,003

$205,201

2017

$2,976 (+1.4%)

$48,389 + $130,901

$179,290

2016

$2,935 (+11.7%)

$48,389 + $130,901

$179,290

2014

$2,628 (+38.8%)

$32,595 + $131,567

$164,162

2013

$1,893 (+24.4%)

2012

$1,521

Tax history for 7888 N Lake Buffum Shore Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$3,366 (+6.4%)

2024

$3,165 (−39.0%)

2023

$5,190 (+36.7%)

2022

$3,797 (+8.4%)

$70,596 + $288,869

$359,465

2021

$3,503 (+3.5%)

2020

$3,384 (+0.8%)

$53,493 + $167,010

$220,503

2019

$3,356 (+2.4%)

$51,198 + $160,435

$211,633

2018

$3,278 (+10.2%)

$51,198 + $154,003

$205,201

2017

$2,976 (+1.4%)

$48,389 + $130,901

$179,290

2016

$2,935 (+11.7%)

$48,389 + $130,901

$179,290

2014

$2,628 (+38.8%)

$32,595 + $131,567

$164,162

2013

$1,893 (+24.4%)

2012

$1,521

*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

Baths

Stories

Lot width

110 ft.

Lot depth

231 ft.

Lot size

0.57 Acres

Year renovated

1999

Sq. Ft.

2,172

Year built

1999

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Polk County

APN

263112695951000130

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 11, 2026.

A/RR

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.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Agriculture
Greenhouse / nursery
Livestock production
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Kennel
Veterinary clinic

Oct 21, 2024 • Final

Gas

Install a propane tank and copper gas lines to a tankless water heater. Install gas lines through the attic to a gas range.

Gas

Plumbing

Water heater

Sep 12, 2023 • Final

Mechanical

Replace the air conditioning unit with a similar model.

HVAC

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
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Attached Garage
Has Garage

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3

Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2

Other Rooms Information
# of Rooms: 3

Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Natural Gas
Cooling Information: Central Air

Interior Features
Interior Features: Master Bedroom Main Floor, Other, Stone Counters
Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Other, Range
Flooring: Carpet, Tile

Exterior

Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick, Other, Stucco, Wood Siding
Roof: Other

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Other

Property Features
Universal Property Id: US-12105-N-263112695951000130-R-N

Waterfront Information
Waterfront Feet Total: 0
Water View Y/N: 0
Water Access Y/N: 0
Water Extras Y/N: 0

Property Information
CDD Y/N: 0
Homestead Y/N: 0
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Zoning: 0

Land Information
Total Acreage: 1/2 to less than 1

Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.57
Road Surface Type: Concrete
Lot Size Square Meters: 2309

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,503
Tax Year: 2021

Lease / Rent Details
Lease Restrictions YN: 1

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Electricity Available, Water Available

Location

Multi-Family Financial Information
Total Annual Fees: $330
Total Monthly Fees: $27.50

Multi-Unit Information
Unit Number YN: 0

HOA Information
Association Name: North Lake Buffum Shores Homeowners Association In
Has HOA
Association Fee Requirement: Required
Association Approval Required Y/N: 1
Monthly HOA Amount: 27.50
Association Fee: $330
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Fee Includes: Other

Location Information
Directions: Head north on US-27 N toward Jackson St Turn to Alturas Babson Park Cut-Off Rd Turn to Lake Buffum Rd Turn to Lake Buffum Rd N Turn to Garrard Rd Turn to N Lake Buffum Shore

Community Information
Community Features: None
Pets Allowed: Yes

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,172
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.57 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1999
Year Renovated: 1999
County: Polk County
APN: 263112695951000130

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Third Party YN: 1

Listing Information
Attribution Contact: Homes@opendoor.com
Previous Status: Pending
Backups Requested YN: 0

Listing Date Information
Days to Contract: 276
Status Contractual Search Date: 2023-02-10

Listing Price Information
Calculated List Price By Calculated Sq Ft: 190.15

Green Information
Direction Faces: North

Home Information
Living Area: 2172
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Owner
Living Area Meters: 201.79
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Foundation Details: Slab
Levels: One
Security Features: Security System Owned

Around this home

Schools

Alturas Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 5.3mi

6/10

Bartow Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 11.5mi

3/10

Bartow Senior High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 11.8mi

3/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

7/10 Fire Factor

26% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

8/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 108° expected this year, 23 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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Historical weather

Fort Meade, FL • 33841

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Sun exposure

In this area, properties receive around 8.8 hours in June and 6.6 hours in December, placing it above the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$374,000 – $453,000

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Home values near 7888 N Lake Buffum Shore Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
7876 N Lake Buffum Shore Road, Fort Meade, FL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1855 Sq. Ft.	$377,348
7886 N Lake Buffum Shore Road, Fort Meade, FL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1908 Sq. Ft.	$472,761

Address	Redfin Estimate
7894 N Lake Buffum Shore Road, Fort Meade, FL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1839 Sq. Ft.	$543,349
7880 N Lake Buffum Shore Road, Fort Meade, FL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2297 Sq. Ft.	$465,330

Address	Redfin Estimate
7892 N Lake Buffum Shore Road, Fort Meade, FL 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2036 Sq. Ft.	$516,518
7882 N Lake Buffum Shore Road, Fort Meade, FL 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2913 Sq. Ft.	$735,620

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