Bentley Place

Mid-2000s single-residential community · Polk County · ZIP 33884

A mid-2000s single-residential community in southeast Winter Haven with a community pool, clubhouse, and fishing dock near the Cypress Gardens area.

Winter Haven single-familyPool and clubhouseLakefront water access

Live Market Pulse

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Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)

This is an established single-residential community, so the honest read is the HOA, the lakefront amenities, the home age, and the specific lot, not a townwide average. Confirm the HOA dues, the water access, and the zoned schools by address for the exact home.

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"Bentley Place is a small, established single-residential community in southeast Winter Haven, built around 2006, so the read is a settled-subdivision read: homes are roughly twenty years old, the lots and floor plans are set, and the value drivers are the condition of the specific home, the HOA health, and the lakefront amenities rather than new construction. The community offers a pool, a clubhouse, and a fishing dock with water access, which is a real draw in the lake-rich Winter Haven market, but you should confirm exactly which lake the dock reaches and whether any individual lot is itself waterfront. The location near Cypress Gardens and LEGOLAND puts it in one of Polk County's faster growing corridors, which supports demand, while the home age means roofs, HVAC systems, and water heaters are reaching the age where replacement matters. Your leverage is reading the HOA budget, the home condition, and the flood and water-access picture honestly before you pay for the lifestyle."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Bentley Place is a single-family residential community in Winter Haven, Polk County, in the southeast part of the city near the Cypress Gardens area (multiple Winter Haven real estate subdivision guides, 2026). Real estate guides date construction to around 2006, making it an established community of roughly twenty year old homes rather than new construction.

Homes here are generally four bedroom floor plans, with listing guides citing a size range of roughly 2,012 to 3,034 square feet (Winter Haven subdivision guides, 2026). The community is described as lakefront with water access, and amenities include a community pool, a clubhouse, and a fishing dock; confirm the exact home size, bedroom count, and whether a specific lot is waterfront for any listing.

Because this is a settled subdivision, the money is made or lost on the specific home and the HOA, not on the address alone. The drivers are the monthly HOA dues, the condition and age of the roof and major systems on a mid-2000s home, the lakefront amenities, and the zoned schools, all of which have to be confirmed for the exact home and by address.

The pitch is established Winter Haven living with lake access: the community sits near Cypress Gardens, LEGOLAND Florida, and downtown Winter Haven, in one of Polk County's faster growing corridors. The work is the diligence: read the HOA budget, inspect the roof and systems on a roughly twenty year old home, and confirm the flood zone and water access before you buy the lifestyle.

Quick Match

Who Bentley Place is best for.

Best for

Buyers who want an established single-family home with a yard in Winter Haven
Buyers who value community lake access, a pool, and a clubhouse
Buyers who want a four bedroom floor plan near Cypress Gardens and LEGOLAND
Buyers who will read the HOA budget and inspect a mid-2000s home closely

Probably not for

Buyers who want brand-new construction with the latest finishes
Anyone unwilling to verify the HOA dues, water access, and flood zone per home
Buyers who want a maintenance-free condo or townhome lock-and-leave
Buyers uncomfortable with the roof and system age on a roughly twenty year old home

Market Pulse

How Bentley Place is performing right now

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Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)

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Tight supply and strong demand favor sellers here. Homes still take about two months to sell, though, and with asking prices running above recent sales per square foot, a prepared buyer has room on anything overpriced. Reading each home against the real comps, not the headline trend, is where the edge is.

Live from Stellar MLS, as of June 30, 2026. Refreshed twice daily. Months of supply, days on market, and the contract-to-listing ratio are computed from current Bentley Place listings and the trailing twelve months of closed sales.

Where prices are going$850K2026 YTD

Median sale price by year. Tap a label to compare Cypress Gardens area or Winter Haven. The 1-year price change is the median sold price over the most recent year versus the prior year, the same measure most listing sites and local Realtor reports use. It reflects the mix of homes that sold, not the change in any single home's value, which is why median price per square foot is shown alongside it to adjust for home size. In thinly traded neighborhoods, where a sale or two can swing the median, we lead with the mix-resistant price-per-square-foot trend instead.

Price per square foot$3072026 YTD

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Momentum intelligence

Momentum buy score

Our proprietary read on how a home in Bentley Place buys, holds, and resells. See the five factors.

Interactive Map

Bentley Place on the map.

Every active, pending, and recently sold home, plotted. Toggle the layers, color the dots by status or lot type, and tap a home for the details.

Listing locations from Stellar MLS; lot type inferred from listing descriptions. Destination pins are approximate. Map data © OpenStreetMap, tiles © CARTO. Flood, school, and commute overlays are on the roadmap.

The Club & Membership

15-Second Take

Optional, member-owned club, separate from the POA
~$30M renovation underway, 2026 to 2028
18-hole course, clubhouse, pool, 10 clay courts
Strong value vs Ponte Vedra clubs
Budget the membership separately from the home

Bentley Place is an established single-residential community rather than a large master plan, so the lifestyle is settled Winter Haven living with lake access. Guides describe shared amenities including a community pool, a clubhouse, and a fishing dock with water access, with Cypress Gardens, LEGOLAND Florida, and downtown Winter Haven all reasonably close. Amenities, pet rules, and HOA terms vary, so confirm the current rules, the dock access, and what each home includes with the association before you buy.

Nearby & Commute

How far is everything?

The takeaway

Bentley Place trades a downtown address for an established Winter Haven setting with lake access, with Cypress Gardens, LEGOLAND, and downtown Winter Haven close and the interstate a manageable drive.

Drive times from the community. They are approximate and vary with traffic and your exact routine.

Cypress Gardens area~5 to 10 min · shops and dining

LEGOLAND Florida Resort~5 to 10 min · theme park

Downtown Winter Haven~10 to 15 min · restaurants and events

Winter Haven Chain of Lakes~10 min · boating and recreation

AdventHealth Winter Haven~10 to 15 min · hospital

Interstate 4~20 to 30 min · to Tampa or Orlando

Orlando attractions~45 to 60 min · to the north

Distances and times are approximate and vary with traffic and the specific home. Confirm your real commute at your real departure time.

Nearby Communities

Explore more neighborhoods near Bentley Place with Momentum Realty’s local guides.

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Carrying cost · the no-CDD edge

No CDD bond means thousands less per year than newer master plans.

Typical CDD community~$2,500/yr

Bentley Place (no CDD)$0/yr

Roughly $25,000 saved over 10 years in carrying cost, before resale.

Illustrative. NE Florida CDD assessments commonly run $1,500-$3,500+/yr and vary by community; verify per property.

Schools

15-Second Take

Polk County Public Schools
Verify the zoned schools by address
Magnet and choice options may be available
Confirm current ratings before relying on them
Private and parochial options nearby

Bentley Place is served by Polk County Public Schools. Assignment is by address and can change, so confirm the exact zoned elementary, middle, and high schools for any specific home, plus any magnet or choice options. Treat published ratings as a starting point, not the full story.

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The takeaway

What is actually shaping value at Bentley Place: rapid growth in the Cypress Gardens and LEGOLAND corridor of Winter Haven, ongoing tourism and theme-park investment, and the steady demand for established single-family homes in Polk County. Each item is sourced and linked.

Recent Developments in Bentley Place

Development Intelligence

Our read on what is being built around Bentley Place, scored for direction, significance, and how close the effect lands. The full sourced timeline follows below.

Net OutlookBullishStrong Polk County and Winter Haven growth and theme-park investment support demand for established homes, with the watch items being the roof and system age on mid-2000s houses and the lot-by-lot flood picture in this lake-rich area.

LEGOLAND Florida and Cypress Gardens corridor investment

2025

BullishNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: Area

Continued theme-park and tourism investment near Cypress Gardens supports demand and visibility for nearby southeast Winter Haven communities.

Polk County population growth

2025

BullishMajor impact

SignificanceRadius: Area

Polk County is among Florida's faster growing counties, which supports housing demand across Winter Haven, including established communities.

New construction competition in Winter Haven

2025

NeutralNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: Area

New home communities near LEGOLAND add brand-new inventory, which competes with established homes but also anchors area pricing.

Roof and system age on mid-2000s homes

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NeutralNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: Community

Homes built around 2006 are reaching the age where roofs, HVAC systems, and water heaters need replacement, which the inspection should capture.

Lake-rich flood and water-access picture

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NeutralNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: Community

Winter Haven is lake-rich, so flood zones and water access vary lot by lot, making the FEMA zone and dock rules critical per home.

Established community with mature lots

Ongoing

BullishMinor impact

SignificanceRadius: Community

Mature landscaping, settled lots, and existing amenities can appeal to buyers who prefer an established community over a new subdivision.

Direction, significance, and effect-radius ratings are Momentum's proprietary, qualitative read of the sourced items below, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific home.

Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Bentley Place, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated June 2026.

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July 2025
Development
LEGOLAND Florida advances a major Spaceport expansion near Winter Haven
LEGOLAND Florida's parent company advanced a large multimillion-dollar themed expansion at the Winter Haven resort, one of the park's most ambitious investments since it opened in 2011, anchoring continued tourism investment in the Cypress Gardens corridor. Why it matters: Sustained theme-park and tourism investment near Cypress Gardens supports demand and area visibility for nearby southeast Winter Haven communities. Source
May 2025
Development
LGI Homes launches a new Winter Haven community near LEGOLAND
LGI Homes launched a new single-residential community in Winter Haven near LEGOLAND Florida, its sixth community in Polk County, adding new floor plans and inventory to the growing area. Why it matters: New construction near LEGOLAND adds brand-new competition but also reflects strong builder confidence in Winter Haven and helps anchor area pricing. Source

Summaries reflect public reporting and official sources linked above as of the dates shown. Project details, timelines, and approvals can change. Commentary on potential market effects is general observation, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific property. For the freshest items across the whole region, see This Week in Northeast Florida.

The Strategy

The Bentley Place buying strategy.

If we were buying in Bentley Place, this is the order of operations we would run, and the one we run for our clients.

Read the HOA budget and rules first. Confirm the current dues, what they cover, and any planned increases or assessments before you fall for the amenities.

Inspect the roof, HVAC, and water heater closely. On a mid-2000s home these systems are reaching replacement age, so the inspection drives your real first-year cost.

Confirm the water access and the dock. Verify which lake the community dock reaches, the rules for use, and whether the specific lot is itself waterfront.

Check the FEMA flood zone by address. In lake-rich Winter Haven, flood zones vary lot by lot, so confirm the zone and any insurance requirement for the exact home.

Compare nearby Cypress Gardens area communities on the neighborhoods map if newer construction or different amenities outrank an established 2006 home.

The Quick Decision

Best Buy

An updated four bedroom home with a sound roof and a desirable lot

Biggest Risk

Deferred roof and system replacement on a roughly twenty year old home

Best Lot

A larger or quieter lot, with waterfront confirmed if that is the goal

Smart Timing

Confirm the HOA, the inspection, and the flood zone before you offer

Deep-Dive Intelligence

The full read, only if you want it.

The takeaway

On mobile, tap any heading below to open it. This is the home by home, lot by lot, club and renovation detail, organized so you can jump straight to what matters to you.

Community Details at a Glance

Bentley Place Homes For Sale

What your money buys in Bentley Place.

The takeaway

Three honest price bands. Condition and lot, not the square footage alone, decide where a home lands.

Here are the broad resale bands in Bentley Place today. The right home is the one matched to your budget and the renovation math, so seeing fitting listings early is the edge.

The Entry Home

A smaller four bedroom on a standard lot in original condition, the affordable way into the community, where the inspection and updates drive value.

Lowest entry

The Core Home

A mid-size four bedroom with some updates and a desirable lot, the heart of the community resale market.

Most inventory

The Top

A larger, well-updated home on a premium or waterfront lot with a newer roof, the homes that hold value best in the community.

Strongest resale

Approximate 2026 resale bands from third-party listing data and public records, not NEFAR statistics. Confirm pricing for a specific home.

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What Your Money Buys

What ~$900K buys here.

Three realistic price bands. Where a home lands comes down to condition and lot, not square footage alone.

The Entry Home

A smaller four bedroom on a standard lot in original condition, the affordable way into the community, where the inspection and updates drive value.

The Core Home

A mid-size four bedroom with some updates and a desirable lot, the heart of the community resale market.

The Top

A larger, well-updated home on a premium or waterfront lot with a newer roof, the homes that hold value best in the community.

Approximate 2026 resale bands from third-party listing data and public records, not NEFAR statistics. Confirm pricing for a specific home.

Operator Intelligence

Renovation & Resale Intelligence

The factors that actually move value in Bentley Place, condition, lot, and the renovation math, read from current listings and recent sales.

15-Second Take

Renovation math decides the deal
Golf and lake lots resell strongest
Roof and HVAC age drive the insurance quote
Interior lots are where buyers overpay

Proprietary Data

The renovation premium.

Renovated-listing inventory in Bentley Place is too thin right now to compute a reliable renovation premium. We read condition home by home against real comps before you offer.

Lot Value

The lot premium.

On golf, lake, and preserve frontage, the homesite is the part of your money the market gives back at resale. The house can be renovated; the lot cannot, so premium lots hold their value better than interior ones. How much more they command varies by frontage, view, and condition, which is why we read it home by home against real comparable sales rather than a single headline figure.

Operator Note

Most buyers overpay on interior lots in the back half of the community. A sharp renovation can distract you, but the weaker resale position follows the lot, not the finishes. We read the homesite before the kitchen.

Resale Strength Scorecard

How well Bentley Place holds value.

Our read on the factors that protect resale here, and the one to manage.

Home ageBuilt around 2006, roof and systems reaching replacement age

HOA and amenity healthRead HOA budget and dock rules

Flood and water-access exposureLake-rich, verify zone and dock per home

Location and growth corridorCypress Gardens, LEGOLAND, downtown nearby

Lot and home updatesVaries by home, read condition per listing

Momentum analysis based on the no-CDD structure, central location, built-out lot scarcity, the funded club plan, and the all-resale 1990s housing stock. Not a guarantee of future value.

Operator Note

The strongest value pocket is usually a renovated golf or lake home priced just under the next tier up. Buyers chasing the single biggest estate often pay estate prices for what is really a renovation project.

5 Mistakes Buyers Make in Bentley Place

15-Second Take

Calling the listing agent (who works for the seller)
Misjudging the renovation budget
Overpaying for an interior lot
Ignoring the optional club cost
Skipping the roof, HVAC, and systems check

In an all-resale, seven-figure, renovation-driven market, the same five mistakes cost buyers the most. Every one is avoidable with the right preparation before you tour.

Calling the listing agent

The agent on the sign works for the seller. In a market where condition swings price by hundreds of thousands, negotiating against that agent with no one in your corner is the costliest move of all.

Misjudging the renovation math

A dated home looks like a deal until you price the roof, HVAC, pool, and full modernization honestly. Underbudget the reno and the bargain becomes the expensive house.

Overpaying for an interior lot

Golf frontage, lakefront, and preserve lots carry real, durable premiums. Pay an estate price for an interior lot and you are buying the weakest version of the value.

Ignoring the club decision

The club is optional and separate, so two similar homes can cost very differently to own. Buyers who do not price the membership they will actually use misread their real monthly number.

Skipping the systems check

A 1990s home means 1990s-era systems unless updated. Roof age, HVAC age, pool equipment, and prior renovations drive both price and insurability, and a thorough inspection matters more here than in a new build.

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Bentley Place is an established 2006 community, not a new build. The deal is won or lost on the specific home, the HOA, and the lakefront access.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Momentum Intelligence

Momentum Buy Score.

Our proprietary 0 to 10 read across the five factors that decide how a home here buys, holds, and resells.

7.3B · Buy Score

Resale Strength7.2/10

Renovation Risk5.0/10

Location Efficiency7.8/10

Long-Term Defensibility7.0/10

Carrying Cost Advantage6.8/10

Momentum Intelligence Scores are our proprietary, qualitative assessment based on the analysis on this page, on a 0 to 10 scale. They are a framework for comparing communities, not a guarantee of future value or advice on a specific home.

Momentum Housing Intelligence

Why our read on Bentley Place is different.

Most pages on this community are an automated estimate wrapped in stock copy. This one is built from the live Stellar MLS feed, fourteen years of closed sales, and a renovation-by-renovation read of what actually moves value here, lot by lot. No Zestimate, no guesswork.

Live Stellar MLS feed14 years of closed salesRenovation-premium analysisLot-by-lot, no automated estimates

Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty. A housing economist with a background in real estate investment banking at Deutsche Bank and consulting at Ernst & Young, who has built and analyzed Northeast Florida real estate from the ground up.

About the analyst · Our methodology

Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

Proprietary Data · Lot Value Map

Where the value actually sits. Each home is shaded by its price per square foot (a value read, not just a price) and ringed by lot type, so you can see at a glance which pockets carry a real, durable premium and where a renovation play makes sense.

Value ($/sqft)

$261 value$401 premium

Lake / waterPreserveInterior

Fill = price per square foot; ring = lot type, inferred from listing descriptions. Sold homes are shown by realized $/sqft (lot type not always recorded). Asking and recent-sold figures from Stellar MLS; for orientation, not an appraisal.

15-Second Take

In a settled community, the home and the lot set value
Larger and waterfront lots hold value best
Confirm the FEMA flood zone by address per lot
Read the HOA budget before you read the finishes
Inspect the roof and major systems on a mid-2000s home

In a settled single-residential community, the part of your money the market protects is the home, the lot, and the amenity access behind it. Larger lots, waterfront lots, and homes with newer roofs and updated systems hold value better than original homes on standard lots facing near-term replacements. The interior can be renovated; the lot, the location, and the lake access cannot. Read the HOA budget, the flood zone, and the inspection first, then price the condition of the home against them.

The 15-Second Verdict

Bentley Place in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want an established single-family home with lake access in Winter Haven.

Biggest advantageA community pool, clubhouse, and fishing dock in the growing Cypress Gardens corridor.

Biggest riskRoof and system age on a roughly twenty year old home, plus HOA and flood checks.

Sweet spotAn updated four bedroom home with a sound roof and a desirable lot.

Avoid ifYou want brand-new construction or a maintenance-free condo or townhome.

HOA Dues, Amenities & Water Access

15-Second Take

Read the HOA budget and rules, not just the dues figure
Confirm what the dues cover and any reserves or assessments
Verify the dock rules and which lake the water access reaches
Carry your own homeowner and, where required, flood insurance
Confirm the flood zone by address for the specific lot

This is an HOA community, so a monthly association fee applies and generally covers common-area maintenance and the shared amenities, including the pool, clubhouse, and fishing dock. Real estate guides cite a modest monthly range, but the dues, the rules, and any reserves or assessments should be read from the current association documents. Confirm the current dues and what they cover for the exact home.

Association fees on a community like this generally cover upkeep of the common areas, the community pool, the clubhouse, and the shared dock and water access, along with shared landscaping. Owners maintain their own homes and yards and carry their own homeowner and, where required, flood insurance. Verify exactly what the fee covers and what each owner is responsible for.

Run Your Numbers

Tools for a Bentley Place buy.

Free calculators to pressure-test the real cost before you tour.

Mortgage paymentPrincipal, interest, taxes, and insurance on a specific price.Property taxPolk County millage and the homestead picture.Rent vs buyThe breakeven on owning in Bentley Place.Save Our HomesProject your homestead tax cap over time.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and view, not the Zestimate. The right number comes from closed comps matched to your renovation level and lot.

Selling in Bentley Place

Price to the home, the lot, and the amenity access, not a community average.

Selling here means pricing to your specific home and lot, not a community-wide estimate. The floor plan, the condition, the roof and system age, the lot, and the value buyers place on the pool and lake access are what set your number.

Momentum listings (YTD)

97.98%

Sold-to-list ratio across our market for our agents, sellers keeping more of their price.

Market average (YTD)

96.73%

The broader metro average sold-to-list ratio over the same period.

Momentum days on market

64 days

Median days on market for our listings, faster sales mean less carrying cost and stronger leverage.

Market days on market

72 days

The broader metro median over the same period.

Sold-to-list and days-on-market figures reflect Momentum Realty listings versus our market average, year to date. Your home's result depends on pricing, condition, lot, view, and preparation.

In Bentley Place, condition and view decide your number

Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Cypress Gardens area, a home priced to the community average instead of its true condition and view either leaves money on the table or sits. A renovated kitchen, newer roof and HVAC, and a golf or lake view all deserve to show up in your price, and a buyer pool reading renovation math needs to be shown why your home is worth it. We build that case with real comps and a pricing strategy for the current market.

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Real comps, not a Zestimate.

Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

Median sale prices in Bentley Place year by year since 2012, from closed MLS sales. A long track record beats a single estimate, showing what this community has really done through rate cycles rather than what a model predicts.

The real cost & risk here

Before the list price, the Florida math the portals skip. These are Polk County typicals — your exact home, flood zone, and insurance quote will vary, so verify each before you offer.

$1,609/mo

Polk County typical true cost to own

$110/mo

Polk County typical home insurance

No CDD

No community development district bond

Check it for your address: look up your flood zone (FEMA) · insurance by county · true-cost calculator · Polk County scorecard.

County typicals from Momentum’s Florida housing data (Zillow & Realtor.com aggregates, Census, FRED), updated monthly; insurance modeled. Flood zone is property-specific — always confirm via FEMA.

Bentley Place Market Scorecard

Strong seller's market

Bentley Place is currently a strong seller's market. About 1.8 months of supply, a median asking price of $1,019,500, and homes go under contract in about 58 days.

1.8

Months supply

$1,019,500

Median list

$847,500

Median sold

$313

Per sqft

Days on mkt

6/8/41

Active/Pend/Sold

Typical home value in the 32224 ZIP is $456,759, about 13.7% above the Florida norm (Zillow Home Value Index).

Go deeper: ZIP market scorecard · county scorecard · true cost calculator · affordability calculator.

Live data: Stellar MLS, refreshed twice daily. Typical value: Zillow Research. Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Bentley Place?

It is a single-residential community in Winter Haven, Polk County, in the ZIP 33884 area of southeast Winter Haven near the Cypress Gardens area. Confirm the exact ZIP and location by address for any listing.

When was Bentley Place built?

Real estate guides date the community to around 2006 (Winter Haven subdivision guides, 2026), making it an established community of roughly twenty year old homes rather than new construction.

What kind of homes are in Bentley Place?

They are single-family homes, generally four bedroom floor plans, with sizes cited around 2,012 to 3,034 square feet. Confirm the exact size, bedroom count, and layout for any specific home.

What amenities does the community have?

Guides describe a community pool, a clubhouse, and a fishing dock with water access. Confirm the current amenities, the dock rules, and which lake the water access reaches with the association.

Is Bentley Place a waterfront community?

It is described as lakefront with community water access and a fishing dock, but not every lot is necessarily waterfront. Confirm whether a specific home is itself waterfront and verify the water access by address.

What does the HOA fee cover?

It generally covers common-area maintenance and the shared amenities such as the pool, clubhouse, and dock. Owners maintain their own homes. Confirm the exact dues, inclusions, and any assessments from the current association documents.

How are the schools?

The community is served by Polk County Public Schools, with assignment by address that can change. Confirm the exact zoned elementary, middle, and high schools for the specific home, and note that magnet and choice options may apply.

Should I worry about flooding?

Winter Haven is lake-rich, so flood zones vary lot by lot. Always check the FEMA flood zone and any insurance requirement for the exact home, especially given the community water access.

What is nearby?

Cypress Gardens, LEGOLAND Florida, and downtown Winter Haven are close, with the wider Polk County job corridors a manageable drive. Confirm real drive times for your routine.

What should I inspect on a home here?

On a mid-2000s home, focus on the roof, the HVAC system, the water heater, and any plumbing or electrical updates, since these are reaching replacement age. The inspection drives your real first-year cost.

Is Bentley Place a good investment?

An established community in the growing Cypress Gardens corridor with lake amenities supports demand, but the outcome depends on the specific home, the HOA, and the condition. This is not a guarantee of future value; read the documents and the inspection.

How does it compare to newer Winter Haven communities?

Newer communities offer brand-new construction and current finishes, while Bentley Place is an established 2006 community with mature lots and lake amenities. Which is the better buy depends on your budget, your tolerance for system age, and how much you value the amenities.

How big is the community?

It is a relatively small, established single-residential community rather than a large master plan. Confirm the exact number of homes and the current availability with a local agent and the association.

Is this an age-restricted community?

Available guides describe Bentley Place as a standard single-residential community, not an age-restricted one. Confirm the community type and any rules with the association before you buy.

Who is the best real estate agent for Bentley Place?

The best agent for Bentley Place is one who actively works Winter Haven and knows the community's pricing, HOA and CDD details, and current inventory. Tell us what you're looking for in the form on this page and Momentum Realty will match you with a local specialist for Bentley Place.

How do I find a top Winter Haven real estate agent who knows Bentley Place?

Share a few details in the form on this page. Momentum Realty has 280+ agents and more than $3.5B in closed sales, and we'll connect you with one who knows Bentley Place and the wider Winter Haven area.

Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Bentley Place?

Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Bentley Place purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.

The Verdict

Should you buy in Bentley Place?

An honest fit check. We will tell you when it is not your community.

Buyers who want an established single-family home with a yard in Winter HavenExcellent fit

Buyers who value community lake access, a pool, and a clubhouseExcellent fit

Buyers who want a four bedroom floor plan near Cypress Gardens and LEGOLANDExcellent fit

Buyers who will read the HOA budget and inspect a mid-2000s home closelyExcellent fit

Buyers who want mature lots over a brand-new subdivisionExcellent fit

Buyers who want brand-new construction with the latest finishesProbably not

Anyone unwilling to verify the HOA dues, water access, and flood zone per homeProbably not

Buyers who want a maintenance-free condo or townhome lock-and-leaveProbably not

Buyers uncomfortable with the roof and system age on a roughly twenty year old homeProbably not

Buyers unwilling to budget for near-term roof or HVAC replacementProbably not

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Bentley Place median home price history from 2012 to 2026, chart by Momentum Realty — Median sale price in Bentley Place, Florida by year (2012 to 2026). Source: Momentum Realty.

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Bentley Place

The 60-Second Overview

Who Bentley Place is best for.

Best for

Probably not for

How Bentley Place is performing right now

Bentley Place on the map.

The Club & Membership

How far is everything?

Nearby Communities

Schools

Polk County Public Schools (verify by address)

Confirm zoned elementary, middle, and high

Magnet and choice options may apply

Recent Developments in Bentley Place

LEGOLAND Florida and Cypress Gardens corridor investment

Polk County population growth

New construction competition in Winter Haven

Roof and system age on mid-2000s homes

Lake-rich flood and water-access picture

Established community with mature lots

LEGOLAND Florida advances a major Spaceport expansion near Winter Haven

LGI Homes launches a new Winter Haven community near LEGOLAND

The Bentley Place buying strategy.

The full read, only if you want it.

What your money buys in Bentley Place.

What ~$900K buys here.

Renovation & Resale Intelligence

The renovation premium.

The lot premium.

How well Bentley Place holds value.

5 Mistakes Buyers Make in Bentley Place

Calling the listing agent

Misjudging the renovation math

Overpaying for an interior lot

Ignoring the club decision

Skipping the systems check

Momentum Buy Score.

Why our read on Bentley Place is different.

Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

Bentley Place in 15 seconds.

HOA Dues, Amenities & Water Access

Tools for a Bentley Place buy.

Price to the home, the lot, and the amenity access, not a community average.

In Bentley Place, condition and view decide your number

What is your Bentley Place home worth?

Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

The real cost & risk here

Bentley Place Market Scorecard

Frequently Asked Questions

Should you buy in Bentley Place?

Get the inside read on Bentley Place

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