Homes zoned for
Lake Shipp Elementary School
Central Winter Haven living between the lakes
47
Homes for sale
$289,900
Median list price
$187
Avg price / sqft
51
Median days on market
The Lake Shipp Elementary zone sits in the heart of Winter Haven, a chain-of-lakes city in central Polk County where daily life leans on water views, established neighborhoods, and an easy pace. It's a practical spot for families who want to stay close to town — the area feeds into schools like Winter Haven Senior High School and Denison Middle School, with Westwood Middle School and Lake Region High School also serving nearby families. You're roughly 48 minutes from Walt Disney World and about 51 to downtown Tampa, so the theme parks and two metro job markets are both within reach.
For buyers, this is one of the more attainable corners of the Winter Haven market. There are 47 active listings with a median list price of $289,900, spanning everything from a $119,000 entry point to $525,000, and homes are moving in a median of 33 days. With sellers averaging 97% of asking across 100 sales in the past year, it's a market where fair offers get done without a bidding frenzy — browse the live map to see what's available now.
Lake Shipp Elementary School is an attendance zone in Winter Haven, Florida.
Quick facts
$119,000 – $520K price range
1,449 sqft median home
$73/mo median HOA
$1,650/mo median rent
94 sold in 12 months
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On the market now
Homes for sale in this zone
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$510,000
302 AVENUE P NW, WINTER HAVEN
6 bd · 4 ba · 2,820 sqft
$350,000
1436 AXEL CIRCLE, WINTER HAVEN
5 bd · 3 ba · 3,022 sqft
$275,000
1306 15TH STREET SW, WINTER HAVEN
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,256 sqft
$259,000
855 KILLEARN BOULEVARD, WINTER HAVEN
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,449 sqft
$370,000
1392 AXEL CIR, WINTER HAVEN
5 bd · 3 ba · 2,523 sqft
$345,000
281 ST GEORGES CIRCLE, EAGLE LAKE
5 bd · 3 ba · 2,657 sqft
$250,000
625 AVENUE B SW, WINTER HAVEN
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,240 sqft
$435,000
795 CROSSTOWER DRIVE, WINTER HAVEN
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,572 sqft
$309,900
2015 RECKER HIGHWAY, WINTER HAVEN
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,322 sqft
$405,000
2011 RECKER HIGHWAY, WINTER HAVEN
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,000 sqft
$365,000
1404 AXEL CIRCLE, WINTER HAVEN
5 bd · 3 ba · 2,523 sqft
$264,950
233 KINGS POND AVENUE, WINTER HAVEN
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,220 sqft
Every active listing inside the Lake Shipp Elementary School attendance boundary
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The numbers that matter
The Lake Shipp Elementary School market
94
Sold, last 12 months
$263,000
Median sold price
98%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
30 days
Median time to sell
Lake Shipp Elementary School vs Winter Haven
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 3.4% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Lake Shipp Elementary School boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Lake Shipp Elementary School home
≈ $2,032/mo
$289,900 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
$1,650/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
11,642
Median age
38
Median income
$57,737
Median home value
$208,041
Beyond the listings
Living in Lake Shipp Elementary School
Entertainment
Top 17% in the U.S.Party Life
The party don't stop until the sun comes up. Loud music, crowds, and shots are a recipe for a great night out for these people.
Food & Drink
Top 18% in the U.S.Hops & Brews
Thirst isn't the only reason this population looks for a good brew. From beer drinkers on a budget to the millennial craft beer enthusiast, these men and women are passionate about different kinds of beer and how it's made.
Relationships
Top 18% in the U.S.Love & Romance
Love is in the air when this population is present. Includes people expressing their feelings for significant others in special ways. Common activities include anniversaries and date nights.
Active
Top 21% in the U.S.Fitness Obsession
Passionate about strength training, this population relies heavily on the encouragement of the exercise community. While these people seek the latest fitness techniques, they're also interested in supplements and equipment.
Attitudes
Top 23% in the U.S.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.
Entertainment
Top 23% in the U.S.Live & Local Music
This population follows the music. From local bands to current acts at the local venue, you can find these people researching band tours and how to get backstage passes.
People who close here
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Straight answers
Lake Shipp Elementary School FAQs
Is the Lake Shipp Elementary area a good place to live?+
It's a solid choice for buyers who want central Winter Haven location without top-tier prices. The zone feeds established schools including Winter Haven Senior High School, and you're within an hour of Disney, Universal, and downtown Tampa's job market. Everyday errands and the chain-of-lakes lifestyle are close at hand.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
Compared to much of Central Florida, no — the median list price is $289,900 and homes run about $187 per square foot. Listings range from $119,000 up to $525,000, so there's genuine room for both budget-conscious and move-up buyers. You can see the full spread of Winter Haven homes for sale to compare.
What do homes cost in this zone?+
Active listings have a median list price of $289,900 on a median size of about 1,492 square feet. Over the past year, 100 homes sold at a median price of $263,000, so recent sales run a bit below current asking. Pool homes, waterfront, and new construction sit at the higher end of that range.
How is the market right now?+
Balanced and steady. There are 47 active listings, homes take a median of 33 days to sell, and sellers are averaging 97% of their asking price — a sign that well-priced homes move but buyers still have negotiating room. Checking the live map will show you what's currently on.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
Costs here are modest, with a median HOA of just $71 per month and only one gated community among the active listings, so many homes carry no HOA at all. Median property tax runs about $2,635 per year. If you're renting instead, the median rent is around $1,674 per month.
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