
Homes for sale in
Highland City, Florida
Small-town Polk County living between Tampa and Orlando
1
Homes for sale
$244,900
Median list price
$233
Avg price / sqft
2
Median days on market
Highland City sits in the heart of Polk County, an unincorporated community that trades the noise of the big metros for a quieter, single-family rhythm. You're within reach of both coasts of Central Florida's biggest attractions — Walt Disney World is about 49 minutes away and downtown Tampa roughly 43 — which makes this a practical base for commuters who don't want to live in either city. Kids here are assigned to Highland City Elementary, Bartow Middle, and George Jenkins High.
The for-sale market is tight right now: just one active listing, a single-family home priced at $244,900. That home is moving fast, with a median of one day on market, so serious buyers should be ready to act. If nothing on the market fits, it's worth watching for just reduced listings and open houses this week as new inventory comes online.
Highland City is in Polk County, Florida.
Quick facts
$244,900 – $245K price range
1,050 sqft median home
$1,575/mo median rent
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The Highland City market
Highland City vs Polk County
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 42.8% yr/yr
Homes on the market
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — listings and closed sales in Highland City, FL. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in thin markets.
For the school run
School zones with homes for sale
Assigned schools as reported on active MLS listings — always verify zoning with the district.
Beyond the listings
Living in Highland City
Between two metros
You can reach downtown Tampa in about 43 minutes and Walt Disney World in roughly 49, putting both major Central Florida hubs in easy commuting range.
Single-family character
The current market here is entirely single-family homes, with no condos or townhomes among active listings.
Approachable price point
The lone active listing is priced at $244,900, well below what you'd pay closer to Tampa or Orlando.
Assigned to George Jenkins High
Local students feed into Highland City Elementary, Bartow Middle, and George Jenkins High.
Fast-moving inventory
With a median of one day on market, homes that hit the list don't sit long.
Population
12,732
Median age
38.5
Median income
$88,628
Median home value
$301,600
What people here are into
Hobbies & Interests
Natural Beauty
This population marvels at the beauty of nature, and they want to capture every breath-taking scene.
Beliefs
Local Engagement
These citizens want to make their neighborhood a better, more beautiful place to live. They're attentive to the needs and affairs of the local community.
Hobbies & Interests
Dog Lovers
Pups are just another member of the family. Dog lovers adore their tail-wagging friends and are looking for new ways to make them happy.
Hobbies & Interests
Animal Advocates
Passionate about animal welfare, this population wants to know how best to care for their own pets (with toys and training) and help other animals find their fur-ever home.
Culture
Sites to See
This population finds the most beautiful sites just by looking up. Sunrise, sunset or sometime in between, these people love to marvel at man-made and natural wonders.
Lifestyles
Farm Culture
Do you know where your food comes from? These people do, and they want to share their love for farming and simple living with the community.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Highland City home
≈ $1,738/mo
$244,900 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
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In a FEMA flood zone
Most homes here sit outside high-risk zones
$1,575/mo
Median rent
1 homes for rent right now
Straight answers
Highland City real estate FAQs
Is Highland City a good place to live?+
It's a quiet, single-family community in Polk County that works well for people who want small-town living with big-city access. Downtown Tampa is about 43 minutes away and Walt Disney World roughly 49, so you can commute or play in either direction. Families are served by Highland City Elementary, Bartow Middle, and George Jenkins High.
Is Highland City expensive?+
Not by Central Florida standards. The single active listing is priced at $244,900 at about $233 per square foot, which is a comparatively affordable entry point for Polk County. Median rent runs about $1,575 a month.
What do homes cost in Highland City?+
Right now there is one home on the market at $244,900, or roughly $233 per square foot on a median size of about 1,050 square feet. Inventory is thin, so pricing can shift quickly as new single-family homes list.
How is the market in Highland City?+
It's a fast, low-inventory market — just one active listing with a median of one day on market. Homes here don't linger, so buyers should line up financing early and keep an eye on open houses this week.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
Property taxes run a median of about $2,857 per year based on current data. There's no meaningful HOA figure to report from the active listing, which reflects the area's largely non-community-governed single-family housing.
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