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Winter Haven, FL 55+ active adult communities & homes for sale
Living in Winter Haven
Winter Haven is a city in Polk County, Florida and located 51 miles east of Tampa. The canal-linked Chain of Lakes offer several waterside parks to bask in the sun with eateries…
Winter Haven is a city in Polk County, Florida and located 51 miles east of Tampa. The canal-linked Chain of Lakes offer several waterside parks to bask in the sun with eateries to visit making Winter Haven an ideal city for retirees.
Winter Haven Climate & Geography
Winter Haven is located in the humid subtropical zone. The average annual high temperature is in the low 80s and the average annual low temperature is in the low 60s. The summer months tend to be the rainiest time of year with an average annual rainfall around 50 inches.
Recreation, Culture & Entertainment In Winter Haven
Residents enjoy visiting Marshall Hampton Reserve, the trails are easy to access for leisurely strolls and bike rides. There are a few antique shops throughout the city to explore. Bok Tower Gardens, located about 15 miles outside Winter Haven, is 250-acre with a trail to bird watch and take in the scenery. There is a good amount of restaurants to wine & dine, a few offer darts and billiards.
Winter Haven Cost of Living & Taxes
The median home cost in Winter Haven is right at the national median. Florida is one of the few states with no income tax. Florida residents ages 65 and older who meet certain income limits can receive an extra homestead exemption equal to the assessed value of property. Social Security and other retirement income is not taxed.
Health Care In Winter Haven
Winter Haven Hospital is the one medical center and hospital located directly in Winter Haven. It’s ranked High Performing in four adult procedures including heart failure and hip replacement.
Frequently Asked Questions
Of the 7 55+ communities in Winter Haven, 7 are for sale and none are rentals. By size, there are no large communities, 1 medium community with 500-1000 homes, and 6 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Winter Haven has 44 homes, the largest has 552 homes, and the average communities consists of 147 homes.
Yes, there is new 55+ home available in Winter Haven. The most recent communities started in Winter Haven include Preserve at Lakeside Landings, Vienna Square, Traditions at Lake Ruby. There is also 1 communities in Winter Haven that offers new construction homes, including Vienna Square.
Yes, there are gated 55+ communities in Winter Haven. Approximately 42.9% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, Traditions at Lake Ruby is a gated communities with 552 homes, and Vienna Square is another gated communities with 181 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Winter Haven stay on the market for around 488 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $222,639, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in Preserve at Lakeside Landings average around $322,658, while homes in Oakview average around $206,700.
12 communities near Winter Haven
178 homes near Winter Haven
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3 beds
|2 baths
|2,058 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,387 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,763 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,542 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,275 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|2,057 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,693 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|2,003 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,418 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,935 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|2,045 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|2,229 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,425 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,446 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,871 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,792 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|2,312 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,464 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|2,056 sq ft
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3 beds
|3 baths
|2,841 sq ft
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Frequently Asked Questions
Of the 7 55+ communities in Winter Haven, 7 are for sale and none are rentals. By size, there are no large communities, 1 medium community with 500-1000 homes, and 6 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Winter Haven has 44 homes, the largest has 552 homes, and the average communities consists of 147 homes.
Yes, there is new 55+ home available in Winter Haven. The most recent communities started in Winter Haven include Preserve at Lakeside Landings, Vienna Square, Traditions at Lake Ruby. There is also 1 communities in Winter Haven that offers new construction homes, including Vienna Square.
Yes, there are gated 55+ communities in Winter Haven. Approximately 42.9% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, Traditions at Lake Ruby is a gated communities with 552 homes, and Vienna Square is another gated communities with 181 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Winter Haven stay on the market for around 488 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $222,639, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in Preserve at Lakeside Landings average around $322,658, while homes in Oakview average around $206,700.
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