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Lake Hamilton, Florida

Small-town Polk County living within reach of Orlando

63

Homes for sale

$330,000

Median list price

$173

Avg price / sqft

25

Median days on market

Lake Hamilton sits in the heart of Polk County, a quiet lakeside town where the pace is slower and the lots run larger than what you'll find closer to the theme parks. It's an all single-family market with a heavy tilt toward newer construction, anchored by growing communities like Scenic Terrace and Hamilton Bluff. Disney is about 51 minutes out and Orlando International Airport roughly an hour, so you're commutable to the metro without paying metro prices.

For a buyer today, this is one of the more affordable entry points in the region. The 50 active single-family homes carry a median list price of $323,261, and with 39 of them being new construction, builder inventory is doing a lot to keep supply steady. Homes are moving in a reasonable 41.5 days and sellers are collecting about 99% of asking, so it's a balanced market where you can browse by price and still find room to negotiate.

Lake Hamilton is in Polk County, Florida.

Quick facts

$268,888$454K price range

1,840 sqft median home

$1,995/mo median rent

Leans seller right now

Drive times

Walt Disney World51 min
Orlando Int’l Airport (MCO)62 min
Universal Orlando64 min
Downtown Orlando69 min

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The numbers that matter

The Lake Hamilton market

Leans seller

4.6 months of inventory

Seller’s marketBuyer’s market

Demand still outpaces supply, but buyers have a little more room.

185

Sold, last 12 months

$312,990

Median sold price

99%

Sale-to-list ratio

What sellers actually get vs asking

70 days

Median time to sell

Lake Hamilton vs Polk County

Median list price

Lake Hamilton$330K
Polk Co.$320K

Price per sqft

Lake Hamilton$173
Polk Co.$193

Days on market

Lake Hamilton25d
Polk Co.47d

Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling

5.3% yr/yr

$233K$325K$417KAug ’23Jul ’26

Homes on the market

29.9% yr/yr

757106Aug ’23Jul ’26

Homes sold per month

01427Aug ’24Jul ’26

Live Stellar MLS data — listings and closed sales in Lake Hamilton, 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 Lake Hamilton

01

New-build heavy inventory

Of the 50 active listings, 39 are new construction, so buyers get modern floor plans and builder warranties without a resale bidding war.

02

Affordable for the region

With a median list price of $323,261 and an average of $174 per square foot, Lake Hamilton undercuts most communities closer to the Orlando attractions.

03

Commutable to the parks

Walt Disney World is about 51 minutes away and Orlando International Airport roughly 62, putting the metro within practical reach.

04

Low carrying costs

Median HOA runs just $52 a month and median property tax lands around $3,435 a year, keeping monthly ownership costs manageable.

05

Steady, balanced market

190 homes sold over the past year at a median of $314,660, with sellers netting about 99% of asking in a median 41.5 days.

Population

1,767

Median age

42

Median income

$60,000

Median home value

$195,200

What people here are into

Lifestyles

Wealth Signaling

Interested in the finer things life has to offer, this population wants to display their lifestyle by discussing luxury products. Often references jewelry, cars, and home features.

Food & Drink

Ingredient Attentive

These folks are conscious about what they eat. They're looking for ingredients that not only taste great, but also have great nutritional benefits.

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.

Active

Functional Fitness

Looking good and reaching fitness goals is all about discipline: Eat right. Work hard. No excuses. This population is more likely to view working out as a means to an end.

Attitudes

Deal Seekers

These people are hunting discounts, contests, and promotions. The population loves a good sale, and they can't wait to share their bargain finds and winnings with friends and family.

Lifestyles

Daily Grind

Whether throwing punches at the boxing club or punching the clock at work, this population likes to talk about their hard work.

What it really costs

Owning here

Owning the median Lake Hamilton home

$2,285/mo

Principal & interest $1,739
Property tax $284
HOA / fees $52
Insurance (est.) $210

$330,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.

2%

In a FEMA flood zone

Most homes here sit outside high-risk zones

$1,995/mo

Median rent

5 homes for rent right now

Straight answers

Lake Hamilton real estate FAQs

Is Lake Hamilton a good place to live?+

It's a small lakeside town in Polk County that suits buyers who want a quieter setting and newer homes while staying commutable to Orlando. Walt Disney World is about 51 minutes out and downtown Orlando roughly 69, so you're connected without the metro crowds. The market is entirely single-family, which appeals to families and first-time buyers.

Is Lake Hamilton expensive?+

Not by Central Florida standards. The median list price is $323,261 and homes average about $174 per square foot, and you can browse by price to see options starting under $250,000. There are no active listings above $1M, so this is a solidly attainable market.

What do homes cost in Lake Hamilton?+

Active listings range from $248,900 to $453,613, with a median around $323,261 for a typical 1,839-square-foot home. Over the past 12 months 190 homes sold at a median price of $314,660, so list and sold values track closely. Much of the inventory is new construction in communities like Scenic Terrace and Hamilton Bluff.

How is the Lake Hamilton housing market?+

It's balanced and steady. Homes take a median of 41.5 days to sell and sellers collect about 99% of their asking price, which signals fair pricing on both sides. With 50 active listings and 39 of them being new builds, buyers have real choice — and it's worth checking what's just reduced.

What about HOA fees and property taxes?+

Costs here are on the lighter side, with a median HOA of just $52 per month and median property taxes around $3,435 a year. If you're weighing renting first, the median rent is $1,945 a month, and you can see current homes for rent. Exact HOA amounts vary by community, so confirm the figure for each specific neighborhood.

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