Welcome Home to Your Private Secluded Country Retreat. This Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunity offers the perfect blend of peaceful rural living and exceptional equestrian amenities. Nestled on 8.92 acres of fully fenced ranch land, this well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home with bonus room, features over 2,000 square feet of comfortable living space. The home underwent a complete remodel in 2021, including new siding, covered front porch, metal roof, HVAC system, energy-efficient windows, and luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout. The updated modern kitchen features stone countertops, stainless steel appliances, wood cabinetry, and recessed lighting. The beautifully renovated bathrooms feature tiled tub/shower surround, modern vanities, and new fixtures. Water softener system was installed in 2025. Horse enthusiasts will appreciate the impressive 3,410-square-foot pole barn complete with 9 stalls, a concrete center aisle, five 12' x 17' corrals, two 50' x 50' dry lot paddocks, a 50-foot wooden round pen, and a riding arena—everything needed for training, boarding, or enjoying your own private equestrian retreat. Whether you're looking for a working ranch, horse property, or a private country escape, this exceptional estate offers endless possibilities with plenty of room to live, work, and play. Don't miss your chance to own this truly one-of-a-kind property! The property sits on the Polk side of the Polk/Hillsborough County Line close to I-4 and easy access to shopping on Hwy 98 in Lakeland or Hwy 39 in Plant City. Bring your Boat, RV, and/or Animals!!!!!
ManufacturedProperty Type
1996Year Built
8.92 acresLot Size
$268Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Jessica Persad• SIGNATURE REALTY ASSOCIATES
Contact: 813-689-3115
Bought with Deborah Matthews• BETTER HOMES & GARDENS RE LIFESTYLES
Country living at its finest. This once in a lifetime, unique opportunity with 3/2, 2,000+ sq. ft. home sitting in the middle of 8.92 acres of fenced (most of it is metal) ranch land with 3,410’ pole barn and a large pond. The pole barn has 9 stalls with a concrete isle way and there are five-12x17 corrals, two-50x50 dry lot paddocks, and a 50' wooden round pen with riding arena. The property sits on the Polk side of the Polk/Hillsborough County Line close to I-4, west or east, and easy access to shopping on Hwy 98 in Lakeland or Hwy 39 in Plant City. HVAC system needs to be replaced; window units are in use at this time. Room measurements are not accurate and will be updated by 8/16 along with more photos.
Public Records
May 23, 2019
Sold
$230,000
$112/sq ft
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #L4904163
Jan 21, 2019
Sold
$210,000
$102/sq ft
Dec 19, 2018
Pending
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Nov 28, 2018
Price Changed
$232,000
$113/sq ft
Nov 12, 2018
Price Changed
$240,000
$117/sq ft
Oct 30, 2018
Price Changed
$248,000
$121/sq ft
Oct 26, 2018
Listed
$250,000
$122/sq ft
MAKE AN OFFER. SELLER IS MOTIVATED. .NEW METAL ROOF!!! NEW STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES! HOME HAS BEEN PARTIALLY REMODELED, KITCHEN IS COMPLETELY REDONE WITH GRANITE COUNTER TOPS, NEW CABINETS IN KITCHEN, BRAND NEW FLOORS THROUGHOUT. SOLD “AS IS”! COUNTRY LIVING AT IT’S BEST! JUST UNDER 9 ACRES IN NORTH LAKELAND. 28X80 MOBILE HOME WITH 3 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHS, EXTRA DEN/OFFICE WITH SEPARATE DOOR, PREVIOUSLY USED FOR AN IN-HOME BUSINESS. THIS LAND HAS BEEN IN THE FAMILY FOR THE PAST 50 YEARS AND IS VERY UNIQUE. BARN INCLUDES 3 STALLS, THE REST HAS BEEN OPENED UP. YOU CAN ADD MORE STALLS IF NEEDED, TACK ROOM, SMALL SHOP AREA, SEPARATE GATED AREA OFF OF THE BARN CURRENTLY USED FOR STORAGE & HUNTING DOG PENS. THE PRIVATE DRIVEWAY LEADING TO THE HOME IS ALSO USED BY TWO OTHER PROPERTY OWNERS. BRING YOUR HORSES AND CATTLE. ITS ALL FENCED AND ALSO INCLUDES A SMALL POND. LOCATED ON TOM MATTHEWS ROAD, A PRIVATE, COUNTY MAINTAINED PAVED ROAD. LOTS OF PRIVACY & WOULD BE PERFECT FOR SOMEONE LOOKING FOR EXTRA INCOME TO TRAIN HORSES, TEACH ROPING, BARREL RACING, ETC. THIS WILL NOT LAST LONG. EASY TO SHOW & SEE!
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #S4847968
Jun 23, 2017
Listing Removed
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Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #S4829531
Sep 4, 2016
Listing Removed
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Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,011 (+6.3%)
2024
$3,773 (+6.1%)
2023
$3,555 (+3.1%)
2022
$3,449 (−4.8%)
2021
$3,621 (+9.5%)
2020
$3,307 (+57.8%)
2019
$2,096 (+2.1%)
$75,847 + $128,517
$204,364
2018
$2,054 (+130.3%)
2017
$892
$72,278 + $81,626
$153,904
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
8.92 Acres
Year renovated
2015
Sq. Ft.
2,052
Year built
1996
Style
Mobile/Manufactured Home
County
Polk County
APN
232731011500001202
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 20, 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
Jan 10, 2019 • Final
Re-roof
Remove and replace the roof on a mobile home.
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
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Inside, Laundry Room
Other Rooms Information
Additional Rooms: Bonus Room,Inside Utility
# of Rooms: 6
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Central
Cooling Information: Central Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fans(s), Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Stone Counters
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Appliances: Convection Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Filtration System, Water Softener
Other Structures: Barn(s), Corral(s), Shed(s), Storage, Workshop
Body Type: Double Wide
Zoning: RC
Land Information
Vegetation: Bamboo, Fruit Trees, Mature Landscaping, Trees/Landscaped
Total Acreage: 5 to less than 10
Lot Information
Lot Features: Cleared, In County, Irregular Lot, Pasture, Street Dead-End, Private, Zoned for Horses
Lot Size Acres: 8.92
Road Surface Type: Dirt, Gravel
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
Lot Size Square Meters: 36111
Building Information
MFR_BuildingAreaTotalSrchSqM: 190.64
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,010.71
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Electricity Available
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Unit Number YN: 0
Furnished: Unfurnished
HOA Information
MFR_Association2YN: 0
School Information
Elementary School: Kathleen Elem
Middle Or Junior High School: Kathleen Middle
High School: Kathleen High
Location Information
Directions: West side of north Lakeland and north of Plant City. FROM I-4 traveling west (from Orlando), turn north on Kathleen Rd, west on Knights Station Rd, north on Tom Matthews Rd. FROM I-4 traveling east (from Tampa). turn north on exit 21, follow FL-39 N/N Alexander St, turn east on Knights Griffin Rd, north on Tom Matthews Rd. NOTE: Knights-Griffin is west, Knights-Station is east of Tom Matthews. ONCE on Tom Matthews go to end and turn right on last driveway and go to end of the driveway.
Community Information
Pets Allowed: Yes
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 2,052
Stories: —
Lot Size: 8.92 acres
Style: Mobile/Manufactured Home
Year Built: 1996
Year Renovated: 2015
County: Polk County
APN: 232731011500001202
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 20, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Third Party YN: 1
Listing Information
Attribution Contact: 813-689-3115
Previous Status: Pending
Backups Requested YN: 1
Home Warranty YN: No
Listing Date Information
Days to Contract: 11
Status Contractual Search Date: 2026-09-18
Listing Price Information
Calculated List Price By Calculated Sq Ft: 268.03
Green Information
Green Verification Count: 0
Direction Faces: West
Home Information
Living Area: 2052
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Public Records
Living Area Meters: 190.64
Building Area Total: 2052
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Public Records
Foundation Details: Crawlspace
Levels: One
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Around this home
Schools
Kathleen Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 3.4mi
5/10
Kathleen Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.3mi
2/10
Kathleen Senior High School
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 4.0mi
2/10
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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
9/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 108° expected this year, 24 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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