Why Live in Fort Meade
Fort Meade, the oldest city in Polk County, is a historic and rural neighborhood known for its quiet, small-town atmosphere. The downtown district along Broadway Street retains its late-1800s charm, with independent businesses such as antique shops, a tattoo parlor, and a gunsmith. Notable dining options include Kiki’s Egg House and John’s Drive-In. For most shopping needs, residents travel to nearby Bartow or Hardee County via U.S. Route 17. Ecotourism thrives here, with the Peace River offering activities like canoeing, kayaking, and paddleboarding. Patterson Park, built around three lakes, provides fishing docks and a paved trail. The park also hosts community events such as a youth fishing tournament, Halloween costume contest, Fourth of July fireworks, and a Christmas parade. Residential streets feature midcentury ranch-style homes and occasional large farmhouses, with two 55-and-over mobile home communities in the eastern section. Fort Meade Estates and Oakview Lakes, the latter with a nine-hole golf course, cater to retirees. Route 17 connects Fort Meade to Lakeland, 22 miles north, and Tampa, about 40 miles east.
Home Trends in Fort Meade, FL
On average, homes in Fort Meade, FL sell after 102 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Fort Meade, FL over the last 12 months is $239,900, down 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$239,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$252,475
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$186
Number of Homes for Sale
43
Last 12 months Home Sales
80
Median List Price
$260,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
5%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-8%