MEADOW LAWN in FORT MEADE

MEADOW LAWN
Homes for Sale in FORT MEADE, FL

Community in FORT MEADE · Polk County · ZIP 32720
94 homesBuilt 1920–2019
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Built fromLive Stellar MLS data13 years of closingsFL DOR public recordsUpdated twice daily
Live · MEADOW LAWN Housing Pulse Stellar MLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 8,500+ transactions · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Tempo
0 · 0
For sale · pending
live counts, refreshed twice daily
2
Sold · last 12 mo
10-yr average: about 1 a year
Ownership and context
49%
Owner-occupied · MEADOW LAWN
46 of 94 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
51%
Non-owner-occupied · MEADOW LAWN
incl. 10% trust or LLC-held · 8% out-of-state
67%
Cash buyers · MEADOW LAWN
2 of 3 sales, 12 mo ending June 2026
94
Homes in the community
94 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · 13 years of records
Est. 1920
Community established
homes built 1920-2019, median 1958 (FL DOR 2025)
1
Failed listings · 2026
peaked at 2 in 2011
2.1%/yr
Turnover rate
about 2 of 94 homes trade a year
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

Meadow Lawn is a small pocket by any measure, 27 homes total, and right now there is nothing active on the market. That is not a data gap, it is the story: this is a community where inventory simply does not turn over on a predictable schedule, so a search here requires patience or a standing alert rather than a scroll through current listings.

The housing stock spans a wide build era, from early 1950s through construction as recent as 2023, with a typical home sitting at a modest 1,188 square feet and a median build year of 1952. That spread means two homes on the same block can present very differently, condition and layout will drive value far more than any neighborhood-wide comp. With about two-thirds of homes carrying homestead status, this reads as a community of longer-term ownership rather than a fast-flip market, which reinforces why listings are scarce and why a serious buyer needs a plan for reaching out before something is formally on the market.

Best for

  • Buyers who can be patient and want us monitoring a specific, low-inventory pocket of Tampa for the right listing.
  • Buyers comfortable evaluating homes case-by-case given the wide range of build years, from 1952 to 2023.
  • Buyers seeking a smaller-footprint home rather than a larger, newer-build layout.

Probably not for

  • Buyers on a tight closing deadline who need active inventory to choose from today.
  • Buyers who want a uniform, single-era community with predictable home style and age.
  • Buyers expecting community amenities as part of the purchase, none are identified in current listings here.

The market around MEADOW LAWN

MEADOW LAWN is a small community — 11 recorded sales on file, most recently in 2026 — too few for its own price trend. Here is the market around it.

In ZIP 32720, 234 homes are on the market and 30% are under contract — a steady corner of FORT MEADE.

Across Polk County, 5,189 homes are active and 1,757 pending (25% under contract).

The housing mix here is 80% single family residence, 20% manufactured home - post 1977.

ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not MEADOW LAWN specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.

Housing distress & ownership in MEADOW LAWN, FORT MEADE

Who owns here, how much is not owner-occupied, and how much for-sale inventory is under distress.

Active inventory in distress
1.35%
1 of 74 listings · short sale 1

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 August 2026 through August 2026. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Schools

In short
  • Polk County Public Schools
  • Verify the zoned schools by address
  • Magnet and choice options may be available
  • Pinellas 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 MEADOW LAWN listings and can change; always confirm with Polk County Public Schools for a specific address.

Buying with schools in mind? We can confirm the exact zoned schools for any MEADOW LAWN address.

If we were buying in MEADOW LAWN today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.

1

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.

2

Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.

3

Move deliberately, not desperately. Neither side has a decisive edge, so a well-prepared, fairly-priced offer wins without overpaying.

4

Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.

5

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 MEADOW LAWN.

Best Buy
Buyers targeting a specific small pocket of Tampa who are willing to wait for the right listing or pursue an off-market approach.
Biggest Risk
With zero active listings, there is currently nothing to buy, and timing a purchase here cannot be rushed.
Sweet Spot
A buyer who wants a smaller-footprint home, around 1,188 square feet, in an established, low-turnover pocket of the city.
Avoid If
You need to buy on a fixed timeline or want a large current selection to compare, this market cannot support that.

A market defined by scarcity, not price tiers

With zero active listings as of this snapshot, there is no current asking-price picture to analyze, and that itself is the operating reality for Meadow Lawn. Buyers cannot rely on browsing an open inventory list; they need to work through pre-market outreach, direct owner contact, and standing search alerts to have a shot at a home here.

The age range of homes, from 1952 up through builds as recent as 2023, tells us this is not a single-era subdivision with uniform construction. Some homes will be original mid-century structures, others recent builds or substantial rebuilds, and the modest median living area of 1,188 square feet suggests the community skews toward smaller-footprint homes overall. A high homestead share, two-thirds of homes, points to a market where owners tend to stay rather than cycle through, which is consistent with the thin listing activity.

The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in MEADOW LAWN. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Why work with Momentum here

In a market this small, with no active listings to study, generic search tools will not get you anywhere. We track Meadow Lawn specifically so we can flag a listing the moment it surfaces, and we know how to approach a market where most homes are not for sale but where an owner might still consider an offer for the right terms.

MEADOW LAWN in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers targeting a specific small pocket of Tampa who are willing to wait for the right listing or pursue an off-market approach.
Biggest advantageThe wide construction range means newer or renovated homes exist alongside original mid-century stock, so options are not limited to one era.
Biggest riskWith zero active listings, there is currently nothing to buy, and timing a purchase here cannot be rushed.
Sweet spotA buyer who wants a smaller-footprint home, around 1,188 square feet, in an established, low-turnover pocket of the city.
Avoid ifYou need to buy on a fixed timeline or want a large current selection to compare, this market cannot support that.

HOA, CDD & Fees

In short
  • Mandatory HOA - confirm current dues
  • Any club/amenity membership is billed separately

Confirm the current HOA dues, exactly what they cover, and any CDD bond or special assessment for a specific address before you offer.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and pricing to real comps, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed MEADOW LAWN sales matched to your home.

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The real cost & risk here

Before the list price, the Florida math the portals skip. These are Pinellas County typicals — your exact home, flood zone, and insurance quote will vary, so verify each before you offer.

$2,236/mo
Pinellas County typical true cost to own
$159/mo
Pinellas County typical home insurance
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Confirm before you offer

County typicals from Momentum’s Florida housing data (Zillow & Realtor.com aggregates, Census, FRED), updated monthly; insurance modeled. Flood zone is property-specific — always confirm via FEMA.

Meadowlawn Market Scorecard

Thin data

Meadowlawn is currently a thin data market. Limited supply, a median asking price of n/a.

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Live data: realMLS, refreshed twice daily. Typical value: Zillow Research. Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are in MEADOW LAWN?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 94 homes in MEADOW LAWN (public records).
What share of MEADOW LAWN is owner-occupied?
49% of MEADOW LAWN parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in MEADOW LAWN built?
Homes in MEADOW LAWN were built between 1920 and 2019, with a median year built of 1958 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
Do cash buyers compete in MEADOW LAWN?
Cash buyers took 67% of MEADOW LAWN sales in the 12 months ending June 2026 (2 of 3 closings, Stellar MLS).
What schools serve MEADOW LAWN?
MEADOW LAWN is served by Polk County Public Schools, typically Pinellas County Public Schools (verify by address) and Confirm zoned elementary, middle, and high. Confirm the exact zoning by address with the district.
Who is the best real estate agent for MEADOW LAWN?
The best agent for MEADOW LAWN is one who actively works FORT MEADE and knows the community's pricing, fees, and current inventory. Tell us what you're looking for in the form on this page and Momentum Realty will match you with a local specialist for MEADOW LAWN.
How do I find a top FORT MEADE real estate agent who knows MEADOW LAWN?
Share a few details in the form on this page. Momentum Realty has 280+ agents and more than $3.5B in closed sales, and we'll connect you with one who knows MEADOW LAWN and the wider FORT MEADE area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for MEADOW LAWN?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your MEADOW LAWN purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
Buyers who can be patient and want us monitoring a specific, low-inventory pocket of Tampa for the right listing.Excellent fit
Buyers comfortable evaluating homes case-by-case given the wide range of build years, from 1952 to 2023.Excellent fit
Buyers seeking a smaller-footprint home rather than a larger, newer-build layout.Excellent fit
Buyers on a tight closing deadline who need active inventory to choose from today.Probably not
Buyers who want a uniform, single-era community with predictable home style and age.Probably not
Buyers expecting community amenities as part of the purchase, none are identified in current listings here.Probably not

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Data sources & freshness

Live listingsStellar MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: June 24, 2026)
Housing stock & ownershipFlorida DOR 2025 assessment roll (community parcel extract)
Under-contract sharesStellar MLS records, as of 2026-08-01
Schools2025-26 district assignments + FLDOE school grades; verify with the district
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2013 (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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Thinking of selling in MEADOW LAWN? 2 recorded closings (window ending 2026-08-02). See the Polk County sell-now-or-wait data, what made 201,552 Florida listings fail in the last 12 months, or compare a cash offer vs. listing. Compiled from MLS records; deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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