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Polk City, Florida

Small-town Central Florida between Tampa and the theme parks

82

Homes for sale

$400,000

Median list price

$302

Avg price / sqft

57

Median days on market

Polk City sits in the quiet middle of Polk County, a small town where lakes, RV-friendly communities, and open land set the pace instead of traffic. It draws people who want a bit of breathing room without giving up an easy run to the coast or the parks — Walt Disney World is about 43 minutes out, downtown Tampa roughly 50, and Orlando International around 54. You'll find everything from single-family homes and manufactured homes to a good stock of 55+ communities and waterfront homes.

For buyers, the market is steady rather than frantic. There are 81 active listings with a median list price of $400,000, homes are taking a median of 59 days to sell, and over the past year 181 homes closed at a median of $297,000 — with sellers netting about 96% of asking. That gap between list and sold prices means there's real room to negotiate, and it's worth watching the just reduced listings.

Polk City is in Polk County, Florida.

Quick facts

$109,999$2.2M price range

1,620 sqft median home

$2,448/mo median rent

Balanced right now

Drive times

Walt Disney World43 min
Downtown Tampa50 min
Orlando Int’l Airport (MCO)54 min
Universal Orlando57 min

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The numbers that matter

The Polk City market

Balanced

5.1 months of inventory

Seller’s marketBuyer’s market

Supply and demand are roughly even — negotiation cuts both ways.

184

Sold, last 12 months

$299,495

Median sold price

96%

Sale-to-list ratio

What sellers actually get vs asking

47 days

Median time to sell

Polk City vs Polk County

Median list price

Polk City$400K
Polk Co.$320K

Price per sqft

Polk City$302
Polk Co.$193

Days on market

Polk City57d
Polk Co.47d

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

3.6% yr/yr

$258K$295K$333KAug ’23Jul ’26

Homes on the market

7.5% yr/yr

72119165Aug ’23Jul ’26

Homes sold per month

01224Aug ’24Jul ’26

Live Stellar MLS data — listings and closed sales in Polk City, FL. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in thin markets.

Where to look

Polk City neighborhoods

Show all 2 Polk City neighborhoods A–Z+

Neighborhood boundaries by edgeAI — listings matched to the actual polygon, not agent-entered subdivision names.

For the school run

School zones with homes for sale

Homes matched to official attendance boundaries — always verify zoning with the district.

Beyond the listings

Living in Polk City

01

Room to spread out

With manufactured and mobile homes making up nearly a quarter of active listings alongside single-family houses, Polk City suits buyers who want land and space over density.

02

Strong 55+ presence

Thirty of the 81 active listings are in 55+ communities, including the well-known Mt Olive Shores North, making this a real option for retirees and RV owners.

03

Waterfront without the coast

Twelve waterfront listings give buyers lake access at inland prices well below what similar water frontage costs on the Gulf or Atlantic.

04

Central to everything

You can reach Tampa in about 50 minutes and Disney in roughly 43, so weekend plans and airport runs stay manageable.

05

Gated options abound

Thirty-two of the active listings sit inside gated communities, a large share for a town this size and a draw for buyers who want a little added privacy.

Population

2,884

Median age

40.5

Median income

$83,333

Median home value

$287,600

What people here are into

Hobbies & Interests

Top 11% in the U.S.

Engine Enthusiast

This population loves working on and showing off their cars, trucks and motorcycles. You can find them researching car shows and the hottest models on the lot.

Lifestyles

Top 20% in the U.S.

Daily Grind

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

Hobbies & Interests

Green Thumb

From tiny sprouts and window plants, to flower arrangements and designing a landscape, this population has an affinity for all things green.

Relationships

Networking

Driven to succeed in the business world, this population seeks to progress in their career through networking happy hours, summits, and connecting with other professionals online.

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.

Attitudes

Volunteering & Giving

Expressing a desire to give back and do good for the community, this behavior emphasizes charity. Common activities include volunteering, fundraisers, and donations.

What it really costs

Owning here

Owning the median Polk City home

$2,734/mo

Principal & interest $2,108
Property tax $266
HOA / fees $150
Insurance (est.) $210

$400,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.

15%

In a FEMA flood zone

Ask about flood insurance early — it changes the payment

$2,448/mo

Median rent

4 homes for rent right now

Straight answers

Polk City real estate FAQs

Is Polk City a good place to live?+

It's a good fit if you want small-town Central Florida pace with lakes and open land rather than a busy suburb. Polk City Elementary is the most common assigned school, and the location keeps Tampa (about 50 minutes) and the Orlando parks (Disney around 43 minutes) within reach. The strong mix of gated communities and 55+ neighborhoods also makes it popular with retirees.

Is Polk City expensive?+

It's moderate for Central Florida. The median list price is $400,000, but homes actually sold over the past year at a median of $297,000, and active listings run from $109,999 up to $2.2 million. If you're value-shopping, it's worth checking what's available when you browse by price.

What do homes cost in Polk City?+

Expect an average of about $297 per square foot, with a median home size around 1,638 square feet. Active prices span a wide range — from $109,999 for smaller and manufactured homes up to $2.2 million, with just three listings above $1 million among the luxury homes ($1m+).

How is the Polk City housing market right now?+

It's a steady, buyer-friendly market. There are 81 active listings, homes take a median of 59 days to sell, and 181 closed over the last 12 months with sellers averaging 96% of asking. That 4% gap and the pace both leave room to negotiate.

What about HOA fees and property taxes?+

The median HOA runs about $143 per month, which is reasonable given how many listings are in gated and 55+ communities. Median property tax is around $3,215 per year, and if you're renting first, the median rent is about $2,300 per month.

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