Address: 4900 J Jackson Road, FORT MEADE, FL 33841
Description
Discover the potential of this 20+ acre property in Fort Meade, ideal for homesteading, ranching, small scale commercial use, or as a private family compound. The land includes fenced pastures, barns, sheds, a 1+ acre pond, and a well maintained residence set back for privacy among orange groves. The perimeter is fully fenced, and the drive is lined with young Longleaf Pines beside Bahia grass pastures. A full length screened front porch offers panoramic views across the property.
Inside, the open concept layout connects the kitchen, living, & dining areas. The kitchen features a central island & a gas range fueled by a 50 gallon propane tank. Continuing, find a full bath to the left, laundry/pantry closet to the right along with the master suite with walk in shower. A second bedroom/office opens to an expansive 16x33 rear screened porch, extending the living space & perfect for entertaining, complete with ceiling fans, mounted TVs, & pond views.
Off the porch is a fenced, irrigated food forest & herb garden. A separate building includes a full bathroom & RV hookup with septic, water, & 50 amp service. North of the home is a 24x40 insulated metal pole barn with multiple work zones. One bay has a roll up door for storage; another features a canning/processing kitchen with a 100 gallon propane fed commercial oven, mini split, tankless water heater, three compartment sink, dishwasher, washer/dryer & a walk in pantry with its own ACdesigned for conversion to cold storage. Extra outlets & upgraded electrical in place to accommodate the various activities.
To the west are 3 large animal pens with water, a 20x25 metal barn with stalls & electric, and 3 hog pens with water. Additional structures include a supply shed, workshop barn with electrical access, & a She Shed with water, AC, & electric. The poultry zone includes 9 fenced pens with coops and nesting boxes. A 22x60 fenced garden with amended soil & irrigation is ready for planting. Nearby are 3 more metal storage buildings. A 25x36 divided kennel/pen & 30 amp RV hookup, both with water, to the east.
A 1/3 mile walking/ATV trail runs through the Oak Hammock north of the pond, ideal for wildlife watching or livestock watering. The homestead is secured with flood lighting & backed by a 24KW Generac generator connected to a 500 gallon underground propane tank. The infrastructure is in place just bring your vision.
Discover the potential of this 20+ acre property in Fort Meade, ideal for homesteading, ranching, small scale commercial use, or as a private family compound. The land includes fenced pastures, barns, sheds, a 1+ acre pond, and a well maintained residence set back for privacy among orange groves. The perimeter is fully fenced, and the drive is lined with young Longleaf Pines beside Bahia grass pastures. A full length screened front porch offers panoramic views across the property.
Inside, the open concept layout connects the kitchen, living, & dining areas. The kitchen features a central island & a gas range fueled by a 50 gallon propane tank. Continuing, find a full bath to the left, laundry/pantry closet to the right along with the master suite with walk in shower. A second bedroom/office opens to an expansive 16x33 rear screened porch, extending the living space & perfect for entertaining, complete with ceiling fans, mounted TVs, & pond views.
Off the porch is a fenced, irrigated food forest & herb garden. A separate building includes a full bathroom & RV hookup with septic, water, & 50 amp service. North of the home is a 24x40 insulated metal pole barn with multiple work zones. One bay has a roll up door for storage; another features a canning/processing kitchen with a 100 gallon propane fed commercial oven, mini split, tankless water heater, three compartment sink, dishwasher, washer/dryer & a walk in pantry with its own ACdesigned for conversion to cold storage. Extra outlets & upgraded electrical in place to accommodate the various activities.
To the west are 3 large animal pens with water, a 20x25 metal barn with stalls & electric, and 3 hog pens with water. Additional structures include a supply shed, workshop barn with electrical access, & a She Shed with water, AC, & electric. The poultry zone includes 9 fenced pens with coops and nesting boxes. A 22x60 fenced garden with amended soil & irrigation is ready for planting. Nearby are 3 more metal storage buildings. A 25x36 divided kennel/pen & 30 amp RV hookup, both with water, to the east.
A 1/3 mile walking/ATV trail runs through the Oak Hammock north of the pond, ideal for wildlife watching or livestock watering. The homestead is secured with flood lighting & backed by a 24KW Generac generator connected to a 500 gallon underground propane tank. The infrastructure is in place just bring your vision.
Features
Building and Construction
Covered Spaces: 0.00
Exterior Features: French Doors, Garden, Lighting, Storage
Other Structures: Barn(s), Kennel/Dog Run, Other, Shed(s), Storage
Roof: Shingle
Land Information
Lot Features: In County, Pasture, Private, Unincorporated, Zoned for Horses
School Information
High School: Fort Meade Junior/Senior High
Middle School: Fort Meade Middle
School Elementary: Lewis Anna Woodbury Elementary
Garage and Parking
Garage Spaces: 0.00
Open Parking Spaces: 0.00
Parking Features: RV Access/Parking
Eco-Communities
Water Source: Well
Utilities
Carport Spaces: 0.00
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Electric
Pets Allowed: Yes
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Other
Finance and Tax Information
Home Owners Association Fee: 0.00
Insurance Expense: 0.00
Net Operating Income: 0.00
Other Expense: 0.00
Tax Year: 2024
Other Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Freezer, Kitchen Reverse Osmosis System, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Country: US
Furnished: Negotiable
Interior Features: Ceiling Fans(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Open Floorplan
Legal Description: THE WEST 1/2 OF THE NW 1/4 OF THE NW 1/4 OF SECTION 16, TOWNSHIP 31 SOUTH, RANGE 26 EAST, POLK COUNTY, FLORIDA, TOGETHER WITH THE APPURTENANT EASEMENT RIGHTS UNDER THE INSTRUMENTS RECORDED IN O.R.BOOK 4340 AT PAGE 1453, O.R. BOOK 4340 AT PAGE 1454, AND IN O.R. BOOK 4340 AT PAGE 1455 OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF POLK COUNTY, FLORIDA, LESS AND EXCEPT ROAD RIGHT-OF-WAY.
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