Fulton Meadows
Homes for Sale in Lakeland, FL
True comps, carrying-cost math, and listings before the portals.
Over the 12 months ending 2026-08-02, 9 recorded sales closed at a median of $318,500, $248 per square foot, a median 51 days on market, sellers accepting 95% of original asking. At the median price and Polk County's FY2025-26 rate of 16.19 mills, annual property tax runs about $5,160 ($4,480 with the full homestead exemption).
Price in Fulton Meadows is driven more by the individual home than by any community premium. At a median of $318,500 and roughly $248 per square foot, the number that moves a deal here is condition and square footage, not shared amenities - there are none identified in the current listings. Treat the median as a reference point, not a ceiling or a floor; the spread in this market is condition-led.
The current posture is thin and unhurried. With no active listings and a median of 51 days on market across the recent closings, this is a low-inventory setting where a seller controls timing but should expect a buyer to take their time. For a buyer, the practical issue is simply finding something to tour - when a home does list, come prepared, but don't expect the pace to force your hand.
Figures in this note are as of October 26, 2026. The live market numbers elsewhere on this page update nightly and are newer.
Nearby homes for sale
No active listings inside Fulton Meadows right now. These are the 6 closest homes on the market, by straight-line distance from the community's center; some may sit just outside its boundary.
Listing data from the MLS feeds named on each listing page; deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Refreshed nightly.
The 60-Second Overview
Fulton Meadows market snapshot (as of August 2, 2026): the median sale price is about $318K ($248 per sq ft over the trailing 12 months of closed sales), and a median 51 days on market for closed sales.
In ZIP 33809 (Lakeland), 370 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $226K ($155/sq ft), down 2.1% year over year, with a median 53 days on market. Right now 4 active and 1 pending listings. See the live ZIP 33809 housing market and the Polk County market.
Stellar MLS sales records identify 19 homes in FULTON MEADOWS that have changed hands since 2026, built between 2025 and 2026 (median 2025), with a median living area of about 1,498 sq ft and a typical 3-bedroom, 2-bath layout; 100% are single-family homes. Source: Stellar MLS closed-sale history compiled by Momentum Research; counts reflect homes with a recorded MLS sale, not every home in the community.
Fulton Meadows is a small Lakeland pocket in Polk County with no amenity package to underwrite value - what you pay for is the house itself. With nothing currently active, it trades in short bursts rather than a steady flow.
Who Fulton Meadows is best for.
Best for
- Buying with patience and the flexibility to act when a single home comes to market
- Looking for a straightforward, amenity-free property where value is tied to the house itself
- Buying to hold in a low-inventory Lakeland pocket rather than trade quickly
Probably not for
- Needing to choose from several options on the market today
- Wanting community amenities such as a pool, clubhouse, or trails
- Working on a fixed timeline that can't absorb a wait for inventory
Schools
- Polk County Public Schools
- Verify the zoned schools by address
- Magnet and choice options may be available
- Polk County Public Schools (verify by address) · Public
- Confirm zoned elementary, middle, and high · By address
- Magnet and choice options may apply · Choice
Zoned schools reflect the assignments reported on recent Fulton Meadows listings and can change; always confirm with Polk County Public Schools for a specific address.
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Recent Developments in Fulton Meadows
Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Fulton Meadows, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated October 2026.
- September 2026Infrastructure
Lakeland Approves Three-Year Uber Agreement at Lakeland Linder International Airport
On Sept. 8 the Lakeland City Commission voted 7-0 for a three-year, non-exclusive agreement with Rasier LLC (Uber) at Lakeland Linder International Airport, with a $1.75 fee per passenger pickup or drop-off. The same meeting approved a $400,000 citywide stormwater master plan funded with $300,000 in federal hazard mitigation money and $100,000 from the city.
What it may mean for the marketRide-hail access at Linder adds a ground transportation option for air travelers, and the stormwater plan will identify drainage needs. The site is about 11 miles south of Fulton Meadows.
Source: DailyRidge - September 2026Infrastructure
Polk Commissioners Award Two Intersection Construction Contracts Including Kathleen Road at Deeson Road
The Polk County Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved contracts with Ajax Paving Industries of Florida for intersection improvements at Kathleen Road and Deeson Road ($2,150,875) and Country Club Road and Buckeye Loop Road ($2,774,976). The Kathleen and Deeson work is set for 155 days and the Country Club and Buckeye Loop work for 330 days.
What it may mean for the marketIntersection upgrades on these corridors may ease travel times for north Lakeland and Kathleen-area commuters once construction finishes. The site is about 3 miles southwest of Fulton Meadows.
Source: DailyRidge - August 2026Civic
Lakeland Commission Approves 12-Month Moratorium on Data Center Permit Review
The Lakeland City Commission voted 4-3 to pause review of data center permit applications for 12 months so staff can study impacts and regulations. Lakeland Electric will draft requirements for large-load customers. The 600,000-square-foot Project Swan proposal on about 60.5 acres in West Lakeland was withdrawn in June, and no applications are pending.
What it may mean for the marketThe pause removes near-term large data center construction from the city's pipeline and defers large electric loads while rules are written. The site is about 7 miles south of Fulton Meadows.
Source: Lakeland Sun (Mid-Florida Newspapers) - July 2026Development
Lakeland Commissioners Approve Zoning Changes for Hallam Drive and Laura Road Projects
Lakeland commissioners unanimously approved zoning changes on July 20, 2026 for two projects. One rezones 17 acres at 1212 Hallam Drive for 24 single family homes on 1.5 acre lots, and the other rezones 3.87 acres at 559 Laura Road for a proposed self storage facility.
What it may mean for the marketRezonings clear the way for new low density housing and commercial storage in Lakeland, adding to residential lot supply and local commercial infrastructure. The project is about 11 miles south of Fulton Meadows, elsewhere in Polk County.
Source: LkldNow - June 2026Civic
Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital to Open July 8
Orlando Health will open its seven-story Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital at 4000 Lakeland Highlands Road on July 8, 2026. The facility has more than 300 inpatient beds, 11 operating rooms, and a Center for Women and Babies, and is reported to add more than 1,500 jobs.
What it may mean for the marketA new full service hospital adds major health infrastructure and a large employment anchor to south Lakeland, supporting commercial activity and property demand around the site. The project is about 12 miles south of Fulton Meadows, elsewhere in Polk County.
Source: LkldNow - May 2026Retail & Dining
La Pinata Mexican Restaurant Coming to Lakeland's Dixieland
La Pinata, a Mexican restaurant from four Michelin trained partners, is opening at 850 S. Tennessee Avenue in Lakeland's Dixieland neighborhood, the former Patio 850 space. Weekend pop up service is already running, with full indoor dining planned for later in summer 2026.
What it may mean for the marketA new sit down restaurant adds dining options and reinvests in a vacant storefront in Lakeland's Dixieland commercial district. The project is about 8 miles south of Fulton Meadows, elsewhere in Polk County.
Source: Lakeland Gazette
Summaries reflect public reporting and official sources linked above as of the dates shown. Project details, timelines, and approvals can change. Commentary on potential market effects is general observation, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific property. For the freshest items across the whole region, see This Week in Northeast Florida.
The Fulton Meadows buying strategy.
If we were buying in Fulton Meadows today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.
Underwrite the condition first. Price the roof, HVAC, and systems honestly before judging any list price; condition swings value here more than square footage alone.
Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.
Move deliberately, not desperately. Neither side has a decisive edge, so a well-prepared, fairly-priced offer wins without overpaying.
Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.
Keep an agent in your corner. The listing agent works for the seller; we represent you and prepare a hand-built valuation before any offer in Fulton Meadows.
A condition-driven market with no inventory on the board
The headline fact is zero active listings against nine closings in the tracked window. That tells you two things: homes here do sell, but there is no standing supply to shop. Buyers should set alerts and be ready to move when something lists, because the next opportunity may not arrive on a predictable schedule.
On value, the absence of community amenities simplifies the analysis - you're underwriting the structure, the lot, and the finishes, nothing more. The 51-day median on recent closings suggests buyers are deliberate rather than rushed, so sellers who price to condition and present well will fare better than those banking on scarcity alone.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Fulton Meadows. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Why work with Momentum here
In a pocket with no active inventory, the work is access and timing - knowing when a home is about to list and reading each property on its own merits, since there's no amenity story to lean on. We track Fulton Meadows closing by closing so you can judge the median against the actual house in front of you, not a generic headline number.
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| Location | Lakeland, Polk County, FL · ZIP 33809 |
|---|---|
| Sale prices, last 12 months | $318,500 median across 9 closed sales · $248 per sq ft |
| Days on market (closed sales) | 51 median |
| For sale right now | 0 active, 0 pending |
| Zoned public schools | Polk County Public Schools (verify by address); Confirm zoned elementary, middle, and high; Magnet and choice options may apply |
Data as of August 2, 2026. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period 2026 through 2026. Market figures describe homes, not residents. Cite as: Momentum Realty, “Fulton Meadows key facts,” movewithmomentum.com/neighborhoods/fulton-meadows, data as of August 2, 2026.
Housing distress & ownership in FULTON MEADOWS, Lakeland
Who owns here, how much is not owner-occupied, and how much for-sale inventory is under distress.
Source: Momentum Realty Research. Ownership & parcels from the FL DOR 2025 tax roll; distress from MLS active-listing status/remarks; price from MLS closed sales. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period October 2026 through October 2026. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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Data sources & freshness
| Live listings | Stellar MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: June 25, 2026) |
| Community market stats | Stellar MLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending August 2, 2026 |
| Under-contract shares | Stellar MLS records, as of 2026-08-01 |
| Schools | 2025-26 district assignments + FLDOE school grades; verify with the district |
| Historical depth | Closed-sale records back to 2026 (9 transactions analyzed) |
Verify the primary sources yourself: Florida DOR · U.S. Census · FEMA flood maps · Citizens Property Insurance.
Momentum Research figures are our own analysis of Stellar MLS records; MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Methodology: how Momentum market scores are computed. Market metrics describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.
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