520 S ORANGE AVENUE, FORT MEADE, FL, 33841
Active67 days on marketListed Jun 2, 2026MLS #TB8514125
About this home
520 S ORANGE AVENUE
Virtually Staged. Short Sale. Investor Special with Endless Potential! Situated on a spacious corner lot in the established Lassiters KC Resub subdivision of historic Fort Meade, this 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers a fantastic opportunity for investors, renovators, or buyers looking to add their personal touch. Built in 1963, the property features approximately 950 square feet of living space on a generous lot, providing plenty of room for outdoor living, expansion, or future improvements. The home offers a functional layout and solid bones but needs updating and repairs, making it the perfect canvas to create your vision. The desirable corner-lot location enhances curb appeal and provides added privacy, while the convenient location places you close to schools, parks, shopping, and the charm of downtown Fort Meade. Whether you're searching for your next investment property, a fix-and-flip opportunity, or a home to renovate and make your own, this property presents excellent potential and value. Short sale opportunity—sale is subject to lender approval. All offers will be submitted to and must be approved by the lender. Don't miss the chance to unlock this property's potential and transform it into something special.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
950
Sqft
0.21 ac
Lot size
1963
Year built
One
Levels
$168
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record — not generic estimates.
$1,234 /mo · 3.5% down FHA, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
FHA is the default here because it gets you in the door with just 3.5% down. Switch to Conventional or VA below.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$1,234/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. Your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
Value check
Is the price right?
The internet’s favorite home-value number comes from a single automated model that has never seen the street, the finishes, or the view — which is why it routinely misses by tens of thousands of dollars. The edgeAI estimate combines multiple independent data sources with our team’s on-the-ground expertise in this exact market.
$/sqft vs Fort Meade actives
$168 vs $188
Days on market
67 vs 50 typical
Where $168/sqft sits among the 27 Fort Meade actives
The edgeAI estimate is a starting point, not an appraisal or a broker price opinion. It is generated from public records, listing data and market modeling, and is subject to change once a licensed real estate professional personally inspects the property. Condition, floor, view and lot are not fully captured by any model — ask us for a full comparative market analysis.
Where it sits
Inside Fort Meade
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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FORT MEADE 33841 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
8,268
Median age
39.7
Median income
$39,608
Median home value
$138,700
Avg household
2.7
Households w/ children
1,018
For the school run
Polk County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Fort Meade market
$248K → $240K
Fort Meade median sold, yr/yr
95.5%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
15 of 27
Fort Meade actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Fort Meade, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 28% below the FORT MEADE 33841 median. See the full Fort Meade market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 520 S ORANGE AVENUE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Apr ’26$37,500
706 S WALNUT AVENUE
2 bd · 1 ba · 832 sqft · $45/sqft · 50 DOM
Sold · Sep ’25$214,000
408 SYCAMORE STREET SW
3 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,081 sqft · $198/sqft · 67 DOM
Sold · Aug ’26$194,950
417 S SEMINOLE AVENUE
3 bd · 1 ba · 816 sqft · $239/sqft · 84 DOM
Closed-sale data from the MLS, last 12 months, selected for similarity in size and location. No two homes are identical — ask us for a full comparative analysis.
Your home team
The pros in your corner
Buying a home is two conversations — the home and the money. Here’s who handles each, side by side, already working together.
Your agent
David Ramirez
Real Estate Agent · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 520 S ORANGE AVENUE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 520 S ORANGE AVENUE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
520 S ORANGE AVENUE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 520 S ORANGE AVENUE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $1,234/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
What are the property taxes on 520 S ORANGE AVENUE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $741. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
Are pets allowed at 520 S ORANGE AVENUE?+
The listing reports pets: Yes. Communities often layer on breed or weight rules — we'll verify the specifics with the association before you commit.
How does the price compare to other homes in Fort Meade?+
At $160,000, this home is listed about 39% below the Fort Meade median of $262,500. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 520 S ORANGE AVENUE?+
Alturas Elementary School (elementary), Bartow Middle School (middle), Bartow Senior High School (high) — Polk County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
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Listing courtesy of MARK SPAIN REAL ESTATE · Ingrid Santaliz. MLS #TB8514125.
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