Christina Chase
Homes for Sale in Lakeland, FL
True comps, carrying-cost math, and listings before the portals.
Over the 12 months ending 2026-08-02, 4 recorded sales closed at a median of $439,950, $194 per square foot, a median 34 days on market, sellers accepting 98% of original asking. At the median price and Polk County's FY2025-26 rate of 16.19 mills, annual property tax runs about $7,120 ($6,440 with the full homestead exemption).
Christina Chase is a thin-volume market right now, with just four closings in the trailing window and nothing currently active on the MLS. That means price here is set less by a running auction and more by the specific condition and finish of whatever changes hands, so each sale carries more weight than it would in a busier community.
The median sits at $439,950 with roughly $194 per square foot, and the year-over-year figure is down 14.2% - a real softening buyers should price into their offers. With no active inventory, a seller who lists into this gap can command attention, but a buyer should treat comps cautiously and lean on condition rather than the headline number.
Figures in this note are as of October 26, 2026. The live market numbers elsewhere on this page update nightly and are newer.
Christina Chase right now
🔴 Off the recent peak. The trailing-12-month median ($440K) is down 14.2% from the prior 12 months ($512K). With about 2 sales a year, a single closing can swing this number, so read the level and the decade, not one year's move.Momentum Research, record-level Stellar MLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending August 2. Confidence: Low (4 and 4 sales in the two windows).
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· Updated November 14, 2026 · Live data: Stellar MLS, refreshed twice daily · MLS facts carry their source; interpretation lines are Momentum Research · Data sources & freshness
Nearby homes for sale
No active listings inside Christina Chase right now. These are the 6 closest homes on the market, by straight-line distance from the community's center; some may sit just outside its boundary.
Listing data from the MLS feeds named on each listing page; deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Refreshed nightly.
The 60-Second Overview
Christina Chase market snapshot (as of August 2, 2026): the median sale price is about $440K ($194 per sq ft over the trailing 12 months of closed sales), and a median 34 days on market for closed sales. The trailing-12-month median is down 14% from the prior 12 months, computed from record-level Stellar MLS closed sales (4 closings in the current window).
In ZIP 33813 (Lakeland), 243 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $400K ($201/sq ft), down 2.6% year over year, with a median 48 days on market. Right now 8 active and 1 pending listings. See the live ZIP 33813 housing market and the Polk County market.
Stellar MLS sales records identify 42 homes in CHRISTINA CHASE that have changed hands since 2014, built between 2006 and 2015 (median 2012), with a median living area of about 2,264 sq ft and a typical 3-bedroom, 2-bath layout; 100% are single-family homes. Source: Stellar MLS closed-sale history compiled by Momentum Research; counts reflect homes with a recorded MLS sale, not every home in the community.
A small, slow-turning pocket in Lakeland where sales are sparse and nothing is listed at the moment, so individual home condition drives value more than any community-wide trend.
Who Christina Chase is best for.
Best for
- Buying with patience and a willingness to wait for the next listing to surface
- Buyers who want negotiating room in a softening, slower-moving market
- Prioritizing home condition and finish over shared community amenities
Probably not for
- Needing to choose from active inventory today
- Buyers who require deep comps and a thick sales record for certainty
- Wanting shared amenities, since none are identified from current listings
Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For
Median sale price over the trailing 12 months ending August 2 of each year, from record-level Stellar MLS closed sales. Same methodology as every appreciation figure on this page: the 2026 point ($440K) IS the median in the snapshot above, and the move from 2025 ($512K) IS the -14.2% one-year change.
Windows contain 0 to 6 sales each (4 in the current window); every figure carries its sample size, and thin markets swing on single closings. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period 2014 through 2026. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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.
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.
36% of homes for sale in ZIP 33813 are already under contract (under contract ÷ under contract + active listings) — a read on how much of the available inventory buyers have already claimed. Source: MLS data (2026-08-01).
Christina Chase Market Scorecard
Christina Chase is currently a balanced market..
Go deeper: ZIP market scorecard · county scorecard · true cost calculator · affordability calculator.
Live data: Stellar MLS, refreshed twice daily. Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.
Schools
- Polk County Public Schools
- Verify the zoned schools by address
- Magnet and choice options may be available
- Polk County Public Schools (verify by address) · Public
- Confirm zoned elementary, middle, and high · By address
- Magnet and choice options may apply · Choice
Zoned schools reflect the assignments reported on recent Christina Chase listings and can change; always confirm with Polk County Public Schools for a specific address.
Buying with schools in mind? We can confirm the exact zoned schools for any Christina Chase address.
Recent Developments in Christina Chase
Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Christina Chase, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated October 2026.
- September 2026Development
Pointe Grand Opens 288 Apartments at 901 Patriot Drive in South Lakeland
Hillpointe's Pointe Grand opened in June 2026 with 288 two-bedroom apartments of about 1,170 square feet each. As of mid-September 119 units, or 42 percent, were occupied, with rents starting at $1,540 per month plus a $199 monthly fee. The city raised the allowed unit count from 152 to 288 in 2022.
What it may mean for the marketThe new rental supply adds 288 units in south Lakeland, and the lease-up pace gives a read on current rental absorption. The site is about 1 mile north of Christina Chase.
Source: LkldNow - September 2026Infrastructure
Lakeland Approves Three-Year Uber Agreement at Lakeland Linder International Airport
On Sept. 8 the Lakeland City Commission voted 7-0 for a three-year, non-exclusive agreement with Rasier LLC (Uber) at Lakeland Linder International Airport, with a $1.75 fee per passenger pickup or drop-off. The same meeting approved a $400,000 citywide stormwater master plan funded with $300,000 in federal hazard mitigation money and $100,000 from the city.
What it may mean for the marketRide-hail access at Linder adds a ground transportation option for air travelers, and the stormwater plan will identify drainage needs. The site is about 5 miles northwest of Christina Chase.
Source: DailyRidge - August 2026Civic
Lakeland Commission Approves 12-Month Moratorium on Data Center Permit Review
The Lakeland City Commission voted 4-3 to pause review of data center permit applications for 12 months so staff can study impacts and regulations. Lakeland Electric will draft requirements for large-load customers. The 600,000-square-foot Project Swan proposal on about 60.5 acres in West Lakeland was withdrawn in June, and no applications are pending.
What it may mean for the marketThe pause removes near-term large data center construction from the city's pipeline and defers large electric loads while rules are written. The site is about 7 miles north of Christina Chase.
Source: Lakeland Sun (Mid-Florida Newspapers) - July 2026Development
Lakeland Commissioners Approve Zoning Changes for Hallam Drive and Laura Road Projects
Lakeland commissioners unanimously approved zoning changes on July 20, 2026 for two projects. One rezones 17 acres at 1212 Hallam Drive for 24 single family homes on 1.5 acre lots, and the other rezones 3.87 acres at 559 Laura Road for a proposed self storage facility.
What it may mean for the marketRezonings clear the way for new low density housing and commercial storage in Lakeland, adding to residential lot supply and local commercial infrastructure. The project is about 3 miles northeast of Christina Chase, elsewhere in Polk County.
Source: LkldNow - June 2026Civic
Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital to Open July 8
Orlando Health will open its seven-story Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital at 4000 Lakeland Highlands Road on July 8, 2026. The facility has more than 300 inpatient beds, 11 operating rooms, and a Center for Women and Babies, and is reported to add more than 1,500 jobs.
What it may mean for the marketA new full service hospital adds major health infrastructure and a large employment anchor to south Lakeland, supporting commercial activity and property demand around the site. The site is about 1 mile north of Christina Chase.
Source: LkldNow - May 2026Retail & Dining
La Pinata Mexican Restaurant Coming to Lakeland's Dixieland
La Pinata, a Mexican restaurant from four Michelin trained partners, is opening at 850 S. Tennessee Avenue in Lakeland's Dixieland neighborhood, the former Patio 850 space. Weekend pop up service is already running, with full indoor dining planned for later in summer 2026.
What it may mean for the marketA new sit down restaurant adds dining options and reinvests in a vacant storefront in Lakeland's Dixieland commercial district. The project is about 6 miles north of Christina Chase, elsewhere in Polk County.
Source: Lakeland Gazette
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 Christina Chase buying strategy.
If we were buying in Christina Chase today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.
Underwrite the condition first. Price the roof, HVAC, and systems honestly before judging any list price; condition swings value here more than square footage alone.
Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.
Move deliberately, not desperately. Neither side has a decisive edge, so a well-prepared, fairly-priced offer wins without overpaying.
Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.
Keep an agent in your corner. The listing agent works for the seller; we represent you and prepare a hand-built valuation before any offer in Christina Chase.
A thin market where condition rules
With only four closings in the window and no active listings, Christina Chase gives you very little to triangulate from. A median of $439,950 and about $194 per square foot are useful anchors, but a handful of sales is a fragile sample - one well-renovated or one tired home can move the median noticeably.
The 14.2% year-over-year decline and a median of 34 days on market point to a market that is negotiable but not frantic. Buyers have room to be deliberate; sellers should expect to earn their price through presentation and condition rather than ride a rising tide. No identified community amenities means the homes themselves, not shared features, are what you are buying.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Christina Chase. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Why work with Momentum here
In a community this thin - four recent closings, zero active listings - the usual comps-and-averages approach breaks down. We read each individual sale closely, weigh condition against the $439,950 median, and help you judge whether a given home is priced to the market or to its finish. That discipline matters more here than almost anywhere.
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| Location | Lakeland, Polk County, FL · ZIP 33813 |
|---|---|
| Sale prices, last 12 months | $439,950 median across 4 closed sales · $194 per sq ft · -14.2% vs the prior 12 months |
| Days on market (closed sales) | 34 median |
| For sale right now | 0 active, 0 pending |
| Zoned public schools | Polk County Public Schools (verify by address); Confirm zoned elementary, middle, and high; Magnet and choice options may apply |
Data as of August 2, 2026. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period 2014 through 2026. Market figures describe homes, not residents. Cite as: Momentum Realty, “Christina Chase key facts,” movewithmomentum.com/neighborhoods/christina-chase-lakeland, data as of August 2, 2026.
Housing distress & ownership in CHRISTINA CHASE, Lakeland
Who owns here, how much is not owner-occupied, and how much for-sale inventory is under distress.
Source: Momentum Realty Research. Ownership & parcels from the FL DOR 2025 tax roll; distress from MLS active-listing status/remarks; price from MLS closed sales. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period October 2026 through October 2026. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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Data sources & freshness
| Live listings | Stellar MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: June 25, 2026) |
| Community market stats | Stellar MLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending August 2, 2026 |
| Under-contract shares | Stellar MLS records, as of 2026-08-01 |
| Schools | 2025-26 district assignments + FLDOE school grades; verify with the district |
| Historical depth | Closed-sale records back to 2014 (27 transactions analyzed) |
Verify the primary sources yourself: Florida DOR · U.S. Census · FEMA flood maps · Citizens Property Insurance.
Momentum Research figures are our own analysis of Stellar MLS records; MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Methodology: how Momentum market scores are computed. Market metrics describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.
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