
Land for Sale in Babson Park, Florida
Lewis Griffin Rd, Babson Park, FL 33827
An exceptional 16-acre development opportunity in the high-growth Babson Park/Lake Wales area! Positioned in a rapidly expanding region, this property is currently zoned Agricultural/Rural Residential (ARRX) with a future land use designation of Residential Medium (RM) or Residential High (RH), making it ideal for residential development such as single-family homes, townhomes, or multi-family units.
Strategically located near major roads, schools, and shopping, this site benefits from strong residential demand and increasing property values. A 4-acre adjacent lot at the corner of Freedlander & Lewis Griffin is also available, offering additional institutional zoning flexibility. The property has utilities available, with a Lake Wales Water Capacity Exchange agreement in place to access the main water line. The topography is mostly level, and the land is located in Flood Zone X, minimizing flood risk.
Polk County continues to experience rapid growth, with 82+ new residents per day, fueling high housing demand and increasing property values. The median home price has risen 9.8% year-over-year, reflecting the area's strong real estate market. The site is conveniently located near US-27 and I-4, with easy access to shopping centers, schools, and medical facilities.
This is a prime location for builders, developers, and investors seeking to capitalize on Central Florida's booming housing market.
Location
- Street address
- Lewis Griffin Rd
- County
- Polk County
- Elevation
- 138 feet
Directions
Head east on Hunt Brothers Rd toward S 9th St, Continue straight onto Lilly St, Turn left onto Tangelo St, Turn right onto Linda St, Turn left onto Lewis Griffin Rd.
Property details
- Acreage
- 16 acres
- Zoning
- RC
- MLS #
- MFRMLS L4950578
- Posted
Property taxes
- 2024
- $2,074
Parcels
- 28-30-17-000000-043050
Legal description
NW1/4 OF NW1/4 OF SW1/4 LESS W 25 FT FOR CO RD R/W & LESS NORTH 35 FT FOR GOLFVIEW CUTOFF RD R/W & LESS BEG 35 FT S & 25 FT E OF NW COR OF SW1/4 RUN S 267.26 FT E 641.05 FT N 265.04 FT W 640.99 FT TO POB
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Land
- Franchise
- Keller Williams Realty
Nearby schools
| Name | Level | District | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bartow Elem Academy | Elementary | — | — |
| Union Academy Magnet | Middle | — | — |
| Frostproof Middle - Senior High | High | — | — |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 24, 2025 | Price drop | $729,000 | $20,900 -2.8% | MFRMLS |
| Feb 7, 2025 | New listing | $749,900 | — | MFRMLS |