Homes zoned forPalmetto Elementary
Affordable Polk County living minutes from Orlando's core
26
Homes for sale
$119,500
Median list price
$162
Avg price / sqft
97
Median days on market
The Palmetto Elementary zone sits in the Polk County side of Poinciana, a sprawling planned community where the pace is quieter than the theme-park corridor just up the road. It suits first-time buyers, investors, and anyone who wants a straightforward Central Florida base without the premium prices of the Orlando metro proper. The drive times tell the real story here: downtown Orlando is about 11 minutes out and the airport roughly 22, so you get suburban breathing room without losing easy access to jobs and travel.
For buyers today, this is one of the more approachable corners of the region. Among the 26 active listings in the Poinciana homes for sale market tied to this zone, the median asking price is $119,500 and homes sit a median of 96.5 days before going under contract — meaning there's room to negotiate. Browse the live map to see how the active inventory, which ranges from $93,900 up to $335,000, lines up against what's actually sold.
Palmetto Elementary is an attendance zone in Poinciana, Florida.
Quick facts
$93,900 – $335K price range
864 sqft median home
$376/mo median HOA
$1,300/mo median rent
30 sold in 12 months
Drive times
Living in the Palmetto Elementary zone
The Palmetto Elementary zone sits on the Polk County side of Poinciana, a large planned community straddling the Polk–Osceola line south of Orlando. It's a residential, car-oriented setting where day-to-day life is quieter than the busier tourist corridors to the north. Buyers here are often first-timers, investors, or people who want a Central Florida foothold without metro-Orlando pricing.
The appeal is the balance between distance and access. You get a calmer, more suburban rhythm, but downtown Orlando is only about 11 minutes away and the airport around 22 — close enough that commuting and travel stay practical. That combination is what makes this zone work for people who need Orlando regularly but don't want to pay Orlando prices.
Because Poinciana is so large and organized into many sub-communities, the character can shift block to block. Some pockets are gated, others are more open; six of the current active listings sit in gated communities. Spend time in the specific neighborhood you're considering so you understand its particular feel before committing.
Schools for homes in the Palmetto Elementary zone
This attendance zone is anchored by Palmetto Elementary, located in Polk County. Families buying here are typically drawn by the combination of that assigned elementary and the overall affordability of the area.
School attendance boundaries in Polk County can and do change from year to year. Before you make an offer on any specific home, confirm the assigned elementary, middle, and high schools for that exact address directly with Polk County Public Schools.
Verifying the zone early matters more here than in many areas, because Poinciana spans two counties and multiple districts. A home that looks close to a given school on a map may still fall into a different attendance boundary, so checking the official source protects you from surprises.
Homes for sale in the Palmetto Elementary zone: prices and housing
There are currently 26 active listings in this zone, with a median asking price of $119,500 and a range from $93,900 up to $335,000. The average price works out to about $162 per square foot, and the median home size is a compact 864 square feet — a figure that points to a good share of smaller or attached homes in the active mix. Active properties sit a median of 96.5 days on market, which gives buyers genuine negotiating room.
The sold data tells a slightly different story. Over the last 12 months, 30 homes closed at a median sold price of $272,900, with sellers receiving about 95% of their asking price on average. The gap between the active median and the sold median suggests larger homes have been moving while smaller, lower-priced inventory lingers — so your experience will depend heavily on which segment you target.
On carrying costs, the median HOA is about $376 a month, which is substantial and reflects Poinciana's managed-community model, while median property tax is a modest $1,568 a year. Median rent sits around $1,300 a month, a useful benchmark for investors. There are no active waterfront, pool, golf, 55+, new-construction, or million-dollar listings in this zone right now; six homes are in gated communities. Review current inventory on the live map to see how each segment is priced.
Getting around from the Palmetto Elementary zone
Location is one of this zone's strongest cards. Downtown Orlando is roughly 11 minutes away and Orlando International Airport about 22, making both the daily commute and air travel straightforward from what is otherwise a quiet suburban base.
The attractions are close too. Universal Orlando sits about 14 minutes out and Walt Disney World roughly 26 minutes, so weekend trips and tourism-sector jobs are both within easy reach. For a community this affordable, that proximity is unusual and a big part of the value here.
Like most of Poinciana, this is a drive-everywhere area, so plan on a car for daily errands and commuting. Regional roads connect the community to the wider Orlando metro, but you'll want to test your specific route at rush hour before buying to understand real-world travel times.
Is the Palmetto Elementary zone a good fit?
This zone fits buyers who prioritize affordability and access over amenities and new construction. If your goal is a budget-friendly entry into Central Florida with quick reach to Orlando — an 11-minute downtown drive and a 22-minute airport run — it delivers that directly, with a median list price of $119,500 and listings starting under $94,000.
The trade-offs are worth naming honestly. The median HOA of about $376 a month is high relative to the home prices, so factor that into your budget carefully. There's no waterfront, pool, golf, 55+, or new-construction inventory active right now, and the median active home is small at 864 square feet, so this isn't the place for buyers seeking space or resort-style features.
The market currently leans toward buyers, with homes sitting a median 96.5 days and sellers accepting about 95% of asking — leverage you can use. If you're an investor eyeing the $1,300 median rent, or a first-time buyer who values the Orlando commute, this zone deserves a serious look; browse the full Poinciana homes for sale to compare it against nearby options.
On the market now
Homes for sale in this zone
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$330,000
2039 BLOSSOM TER, ORLANDO
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,175 sqft
$105,000
5231 VIA HACIENDA CIRCLE UNIT B218, ORLANDO
2 bd · 2 ba · 934 sqft
$104,900
1964 LAKE ATRIUMS CIRCLE UNIT 169, ORLANDO
1 bd · 1 ba · 526 sqft
$99,000
5225 VIA HACIENDA CIRCLE UNIT B114, ORLANDO
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,073 sqft
$115,000
1956 LAKE ATRIUMS CIRCLE UNIT 144, ORLANDO
2 bd · 2 ba · 864 sqft
$115,000$119,000
5226 VIA HACIENDA CIR UNIT A214, ORLANDO
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,073 sqft
$99,900
1908 LAKE ATRIUMS CIRCLE UNIT 0, ORLANDO
1 bd · 1 ba · 660 sqft
$130,000
1972 LAKE ATRIUMS CIRCLE UNIT 199, ORLANDO
2 bd · 2 ba · 864 sqft
$120,000
1940 LAKE ATRIUMS CIRCLE UNIT 89, ORLANDO
1 bd · 1 ba · 660 sqft
$129,900
1916 LAKE ATRIUMS CIRCLE UNIT 33, ORLANDO
1 bd · 1 ba · 660 sqft
$99,000$105,000
1948 LAKE ATRIUMS CIRCLE UNIT 119, ORLANDO
2 bd · 2 ba · 864 sqft
$99,990
1627 W OAK RIDGE ROAD UNIT D, ORLANDO
1 bd · 1 ba · 630 sqft
Every active listing inside the Palmetto Elementary attendance boundary
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The numbers that matter
The Palmetto Elementary market
30
Sold, last 12 months
$272,900
Median sold price
95%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
37 days
Median time to sell
Palmetto Elementary vs Poinciana
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 58.1% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Palmetto Elementary boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Palmetto Elementary home
≈ $1,347/mo
$119,500 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$376/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$1,300/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
11,527
Median age
36
Median income
$45,405
Median home value
$199,467
Beyond the listings
Living in Palmetto Elementary
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Culture
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Straight answers
Palmetto Elementary FAQs
Is the Palmetto Elementary zone a good place to live?+
It works well for buyers who want affordable Central Florida living with real access to Orlando — downtown is about 11 minutes and the airport around 22. The pace is quieter and more residential than the theme-park corridor, which suits first-time buyers and investors. Confirm specific amenities and community rules before you commit, since the zone spans different pockets of Poinciana.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
No — this is one of the more affordable zones in the region, with a median list price of $119,500 and active listings starting at $93,900. The top of the current market reaches $335,000, so there's range, but the entry point is low for Central Florida. You can compare active prices against recent sales on the live map.
What do homes cost in the Palmetto Elementary zone?+
Active listings run from $93,900 to $335,000 with a median asking price of $119,500, averaging about $162 per square foot on a median home size of 864 square feet. Over the last 12 months, 30 homes sold at a median price of $272,900 — a gap worth noting, since sold figures skew toward larger homes. Walk through the Poinciana listings to see which segment fits your budget.
How is the market right now?+
It favors buyers. Homes sit a median of 96.5 days on market and sellers are getting about 95% of their asking price, which leaves room to negotiate. With 26 active listings and 30 sales over the past year, inventory and demand are roughly balanced rather than frenzied.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA here is about $376 a month, which is on the higher side and reflects Poinciana's managed-community structure, so budget for it carefully. Median property tax runs around $1,568 a year, which is modest. Always verify the exact HOA dues and what they cover for any specific address before writing an offer.
What schools serve this zone?+
This attendance zone is anchored by Palmetto Elementary in Polk County. Because district boundaries change, confirm the assigned elementary, middle, and high schools for a specific address directly with Polk County Public Schools before you buy.
How is the commute from here?+
It's strong for a suburban community — downtown Orlando is roughly 11 minutes away and Orlando International Airport about 22. Universal Orlando sits around 14 minutes out and Walt Disney World about 26, so both work commutes and attraction trips stay manageable from the Poinciana area.
Is there new construction available?+
There are currently no active new-construction listings in this specific zone, and no waterfront, pool, golf, or 55+ homes among the 26 active properties. Six of the active listings are in gated communities. If new construction matters to you, widen your search across greater Poinciana where more builder inventory tends to appear.
Homes matched to the official attendance boundary — school zoning changes; always verify with the district. 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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