Neighborhood · Winter Haven, Florida
South College
Central Winter Haven living at an accessible price
2
Homes for sale
$190,000
Median list price
$121
Avg price / sqft
176
Median days on market
South College sits close to the heart of Winter Haven, a Polk County town built around its chain of lakes and an easy, unhurried pace. You're within a short drive of neighborhoods like Florence Villa and Orchid Springs, and the location puts you roughly 42 minutes from Walt Disney World and under an hour from downtown Orlando and Tampa. Families here are assigned to John Snively Elementary, Denison Middle School, and Winter Haven Senior High School.
For a buyer today, this is a small, quiet market — just two active listings, with a median list price of $190,000 and homes averaging $121 per square foot. Properties here tend to sit a while, with a median of 176 days on market, but sellers still capture about 98% of asking when deals close. If you want an affordable foothold in a central Winter Haven location, this is a segment worth watching on the live map.
South College is a community in Winter Haven, Florida.
Quick facts
$185,000 – $195K price range
1,719 sqft median home
$1,350/mo median rent
2 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in South College
$185,000$200,000
128 AVENUE D SW, WINTER HAVEN
5 bd · 1.5 ba · 2,200 sqft
$195,000
1109 5TH STREET SW, WINTER HAVEN
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,238 sqft
Every active listing inside the South College boundary
Open full map search →The numbers that matter
The South College market
2
Sold, last 12 months
$172,000
Median sold price
98%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
141 days
Median time to sell
South College vs Winter Haven
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 33.3% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the South College boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools South College is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median South College home
≈ $1,474/mo
$190,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$1,350/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
159
Median age
33
Median income
$47,034
Median home value
$111,683
Beyond the listings
Living in South College
Relationships
Top 5% 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.
Food & Drink
Top 6% 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.
Food & Drink
Top 6% in the U.S.Asian Food & Culture
Asian culture has a lot to offer, but the Asian cuisine tends to be the most frequently referenced. This population is talking about Asian dishes, holidays, and drinks.
Food & Drink
Top 7% in the U.S.Trendy Eats
Meals are a social experience, and these foodies take it to the next level. This population can't wait to snap a pic of their plate and share it before chowing down.
Food & Drink
Top 9% in the U.S.Sweet Treats
This population has a sweet tooth, and they're looking for treats to satisfy their sugar craving, including candy, cupcakes and flavorful toppings.
Appearance oriented
Top 10% in the U.S.All About Hair
Passionate about all things hair, this population is talking about hair tutorials or the hottest celebrity blowout.
People who close here
Our Winter Haven experts
Straight answers
South College FAQs
Is South College a good place to live?+
It's a central Winter Haven neighborhood with an easy pace and quick access to town, plus neighboring communities like Eloise Woods nearby. Families are assigned to John Snively Elementary, Denison Middle, and Winter Haven Senior High, and you're within about an hour of both Orlando and Tampa.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
No — South College is on the affordable end for the area, with a median list price of $190,000 and active listings ranging from $185,000 to $195,000. At roughly $121 per square foot, it's an accessible entry point into central Winter Haven.
What do homes cost in South College?+
Current active listings sit at a median of $190,000, and homes sold over the past year closed at a median of $172,000. The typical home is around 1,719 square feet, so you're looking at solid space for the price.
How is the market right now?+
It's a small, slow-moving market with just two active listings and two sales in the past 12 months. Homes take a median of 176 days to sell, but sellers still average 98% of their asking price, so pricing has held up despite the longer timelines.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
There's no reported HOA fee for this segment, which keeps monthly carrying costs simpler. Median annual property tax runs about $3,156, and if you're weighing renting, the median rent in the area is around $1,350 a month.
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