2523 SHEPHERD ROAD, LAKELAND, FL, 33811
Active89 days on marketListed May 12, 2026MLS #TB8507498
About this home
2523 SHEPHERD ROAD
74 =/- Acres for Sale in South Lakeland Prime development opportunity in one of Lakeland’s fastest-growing areas. This 74+ acre parcel is ideal for residential development and presents a strong opportunity for builders and investors . Property highlights include: Potential density of up to 4 homes per acre Water, sewer, and electric available to the property Excellent access from a four-lane roadway with median break for convenient entry and exit Located near shopping, schools, parks, and other everyday amenities Nearby Publix shopping center Convenient South Lakeland location with continued residential growth and demand Don’t miss this exceptional land opportunity in a high-demand area of Polk County.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
74 ac
Lot size
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.
$47,258 /mo · 10% down Conventional, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
Above the FHA loan limit for our service areas, so Conventional is the default. VA buyers: switch below — $0 down.
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
Run your own numbers
FHA isn’t available at this price — the loan would exceed the $541,287 FHA limit for our service areas.
Estimated payment
$47,258/mo
Includes estimated PMI — it drops off once you reach 20% equity. 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.
Where it sits
Inside Lakeland
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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LAKELAND 33811 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
28,456
Median age
36.7
Median income
$85,821
Median home value
$289,800
Avg household
2.78
Households w/ children
3,489
For the school run
Polk County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Lakeland market
$316K → $316K
Lakeland median sold, yr/yr
97.8%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
Median sold price, Lakeland, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 2146% above the LAKELAND 33811 median. See the full Lakeland market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 2523 SHEPHERD ROAD
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Jan ’26$260,000
5075 MISTY LAKE DRIVE
3 bd · 2 ba · 964 sqft · $270/sqft · 9 DOM
Sold · Dec ’25$146,000
4243 OAK LOOP
2 bd · 2 ba · 968 sqft · $151/sqft · 137 DOM
Sold · Mar ’26$140,000
3936 OAK LOOP UNIT 7
2 bd · 2 ba · 968 sqft · $145/sqft · 154 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
Chad Creech
President, Commercial and Development Services · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 2523 SHEPHERD ROAD — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 2523 SHEPHERD ROAD — before you fall in love.
See it in person
Schedule a tour
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Straight answers
2523 SHEPHERD ROAD FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 2523 SHEPHERD ROAD?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $47,258/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 2523 SHEPHERD ROAD?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $14,622. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
How does the price compare to other homes in Lakeland?+
At $7,950,000, this home is listed about 2245% above the Lakeland median of $339,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 2523 SHEPHERD ROAD?+
Medulla Elementary School (elementary), Lakeland Highlands Middle School (middle), George W. Jenkins Senior High (high) — Polk County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Three things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$7,950,000 runs 2146% above the LAKELAND 33811 median.
02Time on market is leverage
89 days on market against a Lakeland median of 44 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
03The price has already moved
Listed at $9,500,000, now $7,950,000 — a $1.6M cut. The full history is in the market section below.
Listing courtesy of LPT REALTY, LLC · Edward Dimotta Pa. MLS #TB8507498.
IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by Stellar MLS.
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