Babson Park, Florida, is a charming, small unincorporated community in Polk County, nestled along Scenic Highway 17 on the eastern shore of Crooked Lake. With a population of just over 1,000, this tight-knit town offers a peaceful, rural lifestyle surrounded by rolling hills, citrus groves, and stunning lake views. Key amenities include the Babson Park Community Park, featuring a new playground and basketball court, ideal for family outings. Nature enthusiasts can explore the Ridge Audubon Society’s Babson Park Nature Center, with its quarter-mile trail through a unique desert-like ecosystem, or hike the sandy trails of Crooked Lake Prairie, home to Florida scrub-jays and gopher tortoises. Crooked Lake itself is a hub for fishing, boating, and water sports. The town is also home to Webber International University, which adds a vibrant educational and cultural hub with its picturesque campus and iconic Babson Park Tower offering panoramic views. Nearby, local dining options like the Cherry Pocket Steak & Seafood Shak provide a taste of Old Florida, while the town’s proximity to Lake Wales offers access to additional shops, restaurants, and attractions like the historic Bok Tower Gardens.

Babson Park currently has 23 single family homes for sale with an average list price of $436,010.09 and 29 lots for sale with an average list price of $195,124.07. The average annual property tax for Babson Park is $2,101.61.