ELBERT HILLS in WINTER HAVEN

ELBERT HILLS
Homes for Sale in WINTER HAVEN, FL

Community in WINTER HAVEN · Polk County · ZIP 33880
38 homesBuilt 1936–2004Median sale $272K
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Built fromLive Stellar MLS data13 years of closingsFL DOR public recordsUpdated twice daily
Live · ELBERT HILLS Housing Pulse Stellar MLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 8,500+ transactions · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Price
$272K
Median sold · 12 mo
$163/sf
Sold $/sqft · 12 mo
peak $169 in 2024
86.6%
Sale vs ask
Tempo
46days
Median DOM · closed
44 days at the 2024 low
0 · 0
For sale · pending
live counts, refreshed twice daily
8
Sold · last 12 mo
10-yr average: about 2 a year
Ownership and context
68%
Owner-occupied · ELBERT HILLS
26 of 38 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
32%
Non-owner-occupied · ELBERT HILLS
incl. 13% trust or LLC-held · 5% out-of-state
38%
Cash buyers · ELBERT HILLS
3 of 8 sales, 12 mo ending June 2026
38
Homes in the community
38 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · 13 years of records
Est. 1936
Community established
homes built 1936-2004, median 1953 (FL DOR 2025)
2
Failed listings · 2026
peaked at 5 in 2010
1,488sqft
Median sold home size
12-mo windows, closed sales
21.1%/yr
Turnover rate
about 8 of 38 homes trade a year

The 60-Second Overview

ELBERT HILLS market snapshot (as of August 2, 2026): the median sale price is about $272K ($163 per sq ft over the trailing 12 months of closed sales), and a median 46 days on market for closed sales.

ELBERT HILLS is a community of 38 homes in WINTER HAVEN, Polk County, built between 1936 and 2004 (median 1953), with a median living area of about 2,110 square feet. 68% of parcels are homesteaded, the owner-occupancy proxy in the Florida DOR assessment roll (2025 roll, public records).

Windows contain 0 to 8 sales each (8 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 2013 through 2026. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Homes sold per 12-mo window
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0 to 8 a year; 8 in the current window.
Sellers who gave up · failed listings per year
024201020122014201820242026
Canceled, expired, or withdrawn. 5 quit in 2010; 2 so far in 2026. The clearest stress gauge a community has.

Elbert Hills Market Scorecard

Thin data

Elbert Hills is currently a thin data market. Limited supply, a median asking price of n/a.

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Months supply
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Median list
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Median sold
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Per sqft
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Days on mkt
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Active/Pend/Sold

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

Schools

In short
  • 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 ELBERT HILLS 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 ELBERT HILLS address.

If we were buying in ELBERT HILLS today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.

1

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.

2

Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.

3

Move deliberately, not desperately. Neither side has a decisive edge, so a well-prepared, fairly-priced offer wins without overpaying.

4

Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.

5

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 ELBERT HILLS.

A closer look at the ELBERT HILLS market

At a median of $163 per square foot, ELBERT HILLS prices sit in a fairly defined band, so condition and updates — more than the list price — tend to separate one home from the next.

The housing stock is 38 homes built between 1936 and 2004, and 68% of parcels are homesteaded — the owner-occupancy proxy in the Florida DOR assessment roll.

The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in ELBERT HILLS. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

HOA, CDD & Fees

In short
  • Mandatory HOA. Confirm current dues
  • Any club/amenity membership is billed separately

Confirm the current HOA dues, exactly what they cover, and any CDD bond or special assessment for a specific address before you offer.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and pricing to real comps, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed ELBERT HILLS sales matched to your home.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the median home price in ELBERT HILLS?
The median sale price in ELBERT HILLS was $272K over the 12 months ending August 2, 2026 (8 closed sales, Stellar MLS).
How long do homes in ELBERT HILLS take to sell?
Homes that closed in the 12 months ending August 2, 2026 took a median 46 days on market (8 sales, Stellar MLS).
How many homes are in ELBERT HILLS?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 38 homes in ELBERT HILLS (public records).
What share of ELBERT HILLS is owner-occupied?
68% of ELBERT HILLS parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in ELBERT HILLS built?
Homes in ELBERT HILLS were built between 1936 and 2004, with a median year built of 1953 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
Do cash buyers compete in ELBERT HILLS?
Cash buyers took 38% of ELBERT HILLS sales in the 12 months ending June 2026 (3 of 8 closings, Stellar MLS).
What schools serve ELBERT HILLS?
ELBERT HILLS is served by Polk County Public Schools, typically Polk County Public Schools (verify by address) and Confirm zoned elementary, middle, and high. Confirm the exact zoning by address with the district.
Who is the best real estate agent for ELBERT HILLS?
The best agent for ELBERT HILLS is one who actively works WINTER HAVEN and knows the community's pricing, fees, 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 ELBERT HILLS.
How do I find a top WINTER HAVEN real estate agent who knows ELBERT HILLS?
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 ELBERT HILLS and the wider WINTER HAVEN area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for ELBERT HILLS?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your ELBERT HILLS purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.

Data sources & freshness

Live listingsStellar MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: June 25, 2026)
Community market statsStellar MLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending August 2, 2026
Housing stock & ownershipFlorida DOR 2025 assessment roll (community parcel extract)
Under-contract sharesStellar MLS records, as of 2026-08-01
Schools2025-26 district assignments + FLDOE school grades; verify with the district
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2013 (28 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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Thinking of selling in ELBERT HILLS? 8 recorded closings; median 46 days on market (window ending 2026-08-02). See the Polk County sell-now-or-wait data, what made 201,552 Florida listings fail in the last 12 months, or compare a cash offer vs. listing. Compiled from MLS records; deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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