Homes zoned forWalden Lake Elementary School
Pool homes and quiet streets east of Tampa
46
Homes for sale
$412,450
Median list price
$234
Avg price / sqft
35
Median days on market
The Walden Lake Elementary zone sits in the planned, tree-lined Walden Lake area on the west side of Plant City, a part of Hillsborough County that trades the pace of Tampa for golf-course curves, lakes, and mature neighborhoods. It's a place that suits families who want room to breathe, a reasonable commute, and a yard big enough for a screened pool — more than a fifth of what's on the market right now has one. Buyers moving from Plant City homes for sale elsewhere in town often land here for the gated pockets and the established feel. Older students in the area frequently feed into options like Plant City High School and Marshall Middle School.
The market here is balanced and moving at a healthy clip. There are 43 active listings with a median list price of $399,900, and homes are going under contract in about 36 days while sellers collect roughly 98% of asking. With 160 sales over the last year at a $360,000 median, this is a zone where realistic pricing gets results — scan the live map to see how the range stretches from the $190,000s up past $1.8 million.
Walden Lake Elementary School is an attendance zone in Plant City, Florida.
Quick facts
$190,000 – $1.8M price range
2,005 sqft median home
$73/mo median HOA
$2,350/mo median rent
160 sold in 12 months
Drive times
Living in the Walden Lake Elementary zone
The Walden Lake Elementary zone covers the planned Walden Lake area on the west side of Plant City, a Hillsborough County town that sits roughly midway between Tampa and the Polk County line. The neighborhood is known for its golf-course layout, lakes, and tree-lined streets, which give it a settled, residential character distinct from newer sprawl elsewhere in the county. It's the kind of place where the housing stock has had time to mature and the community feel is already established.
This zone suits families and buyers who want space and quiet without giving up a reasonable commute to Tampa's job centers. Pool homes are common — 21 of the 43 current listings have one — and gated pockets appeal to buyers who prioritize privacy. If you're moving within the area, you'll find a range of options from Plant City homes for sale across different price points.
The overall feel is suburban and low-key rather than urban or trendy. Buyers who value established landscaping, planned amenities, and a short drive to grocery and daily errands tend to be happiest here. Those wanting walkable downtown energy or brand-new construction will find this a quieter, more residential choice.
Schools for homes in the Walden Lake Elementary zone
This zone is built around Walden Lake Elementary School, part of the Hillsborough County school district. For families with elementary-age children, the school anchors the attendance area and is a primary draw for buyers choosing this part of Plant City.
Older students in the broader area commonly attend schools such as Marshall Middle School and Plant City High School, with other options like Strawberry Crest High School and Knights Elementary School serving nearby neighborhoods. Which schools apply depends on the exact address.
Attendance boundaries in Hillsborough County are periodically redrawn, so never assume a home falls into a particular zone based on a listing alone. Confirm the assigned schools for any specific property directly with the school district before you buy.
Homes for sale in the Walden Lake Elementary zone: prices and housing
There are 43 active listings in the zone right now, with a median list price of $399,900 and an average of $234 per square foot. The median home size is about 1,957 square feet, and prices span a wide range — from $190,000 at the entry end up to $1,800,000 at the top. That breadth means the zone works for first-time buyers, move-up families, and the occasional luxury purchaser alike.
Resale homes dominate the inventory. Pool homes make up a large share, with 21 of the active listings featuring one, and 8 listings sit within gated communities. New construction is scarce — just 1 active listing is a new build, and there's a single home priced above $1 million. Over the past 12 months, 160 homes have sold at a median price of $360,000, with sellers averaging about 98% of their asking price.
Carrying costs are reasonable. The median HOA fee is roughly $72 per month, and median property taxes run about $4,170 per year. For buyers weighing a rental or investment angle, the median rent in the area is around $2,350 per month. Always verify HOA dues, tax figures, and any community rules for the specific property you're considering.
Getting around from the Walden Lake Elementary zone
Location is one of this zone's practical strengths. Downtown Tampa is about 36 minutes away, putting the city's employment, dining, and sports venues within a manageable daily commute. Tampa International Airport is roughly 49 minutes out, which is convenient for frequent travelers.
The main connector for the area is Interstate 4, which runs east-west through the Plant City region and links directly to Tampa in one direction and the Orlando corridor in the other. That makes both metro areas accessible from a single home base.
Walt Disney World and the greater Orlando attractions area sit about 65 minutes away, so weekend trips are easy without the cost of living in Orlando itself. For most daily needs, driving is the norm here, as it is across most of suburban Hillsborough County.
Is the Walden Lake Elementary zone a good fit?
If you want an established, planned community with pool homes, gated options, and a genuine neighborhood feel, this zone delivers. The median list price of $399,900 keeps it accessible for a Tampa-area suburb, and the wide price range means buyers at different budgets can find something. A 36-day median time on market and sellers getting about 98% of asking point to a healthy, balanced market rather than a chaotic one.
The trade-offs are worth naming. New construction is almost nonexistent here — just one active new build — so buyers set on a brand-new home will need to look elsewhere. This is also a car-dependent, suburban setting, not a walkable downtown, and the commute to Tampa, while reasonable at 36 minutes, is still a commute.
For families drawn to Walden Lake Elementary and buyers who value mature landscaping, modest HOA fees, and quick highway access, it's an easy area to recommend. Start with the live map to see current inventory, and confirm the school zone and carrying costs for any specific address before you commit.
On the market now
Homes for sale in this zone
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$625,000
2904 HAMMOCK VISTA COURT, PLANT CITY
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,603 sqft
$545,000
2898 HAMMOCK DRIVE, PLANT CITY
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,958 sqft
$485,000
2899 HAMMOCK DRIVE, PLANT CITY
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,525 sqft
$459,900
1800 SAGEBRUSH ROAD, PLANT CITY
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,027 sqft
$434,900
2820 CLUBHOUSE DRIVE, PLANT CITY
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,092 sqft
$419,900
2010 SAMMONDS ROAD, PLANT CITY
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,850 sqft
$405,000
3047 SUTTON WOODS DRIVE, PLANT CITY
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,982 sqft
$339,900
812 SANDALWOOD DRIVE, PLANT CITY
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,688 sqft
$498,500
2855 HAMMOCK DRIVE, PLANT CITY
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,686 sqft
$260,000
2651 EAGLE GREENS DRIVE, PLANT CITY
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,236 sqft
$275,000
2623 EAGLE GREENS DRIVE, PLANT CITY
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,364 sqft
$389,000
2203 PRESERVATION DRIVE UNIT 0, PLANT CITY
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,083 sqft
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The numbers that matter
The Walden Lake Elementary School market
160
Sold, last 12 months
$360,000
Median sold price
98%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
25 days
Median time to sell
Walden Lake Elementary School vs Plant City
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 1.3% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Walden Lake Elementary School boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Walden Lake Elementary School home
≈ $2,811/mo
$412,450 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$73/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$2,350/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
13,746
Median age
39
Median income
$94,592
Median home value
$281,037
Beyond the listings
Living in Walden Lake Elementary School
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Straight answers
Walden Lake Elementary School FAQs
Is the Walden Lake Elementary zone a good place to live?+
It's a strong fit for families who want an established, planned-community feel on the west side of Plant City with easy highway access. The area is known for its golf-course layout, lakes, and mature streets, and many buyers are drawn by the mix of pool homes and gated pockets. With a 36-day median time on market, homes here attract steady interest.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
It's moderately priced for the Tampa metro — the median list price is $399,900 and the median sold price over the past year was $360,000. You'll find entry points near $190,000 and luxury homes reaching $1,800,000, so there's genuine range. At an average of $234 per square foot, pricing tracks close to typical suburban Hillsborough levels.
What do homes cost in the Walden Lake Elementary zone?+
The median list price is $399,900 against a median home size of about 1,957 square feet. Of the 43 active listings, 21 have a pool and 8 are gated, which accounts for part of the spread. You can review current pricing on the live map.
How is the market right now?+
It's active and fairly balanced. Homes are selling in a median of 36 days, sellers are getting about 98% of their asking price, and 160 homes have closed in the last 12 months. That combination points to steady demand without the frenzy you'd see in a seller's-only market.
What are HOA fees and property taxes like?+
The median HOA fee is about $72 per month, which is low for a planned community with established amenities. Median property taxes run around $4,170 per year. Both figures vary by specific neighborhood and home value, so confirm the numbers for any address before you make an offer.
What about schools in this zone?+
The zone is anchored by Walden Lake Elementary School in Hillsborough County, and nearby older students often attend Marshall Middle School and Plant City High School. Attendance boundaries change, so always verify the assigned schools for a specific property directly with the school district.
How is the commute from here?+
Downtown Tampa is about 36 minutes away and Tampa International Airport is roughly 49 minutes, with I-4 providing the main east-west connection. Walt Disney World in Orlando is around 65 minutes, making the area workable for both Tampa commuters and occasional Orlando trips.
Is there new construction available?+
New construction is limited in this zone — there's just 1 new-construction home among the 43 active listings. Most inventory here is resale within the established Walden Lake neighborhoods, so buyers set on new builds will have fewer choices. Browse Plant City homes for sale more broadly if new construction is a priority.
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