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FOX LAKES in LAKELAND

FOX LAKES
Homes for Sale in LAKELAND, FL

Community in LAKELAND · Polk County · ZIP 33809
Median sale $257K
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Built fromLive Stellar MLS data15 years of closingsUpdated twice daily
Live · FOX LAKES Housing Pulse Stellar MLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 8,500+ transactions · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Price
$257K
Median sold · 12 mo
$189/sf
Sold $/sqft · 12 mo
peak $220 in 2022
100.0%
Sale vs ask
Tempo
5days
Median DOM · closed
3 days at the 2022 low
0 · 0
For sale · pending
live counts, refreshed twice daily
3
Sold · last 12 mo
10-yr average: about 1 a year
Ownership and context
0%
Cash buyers · FOX LAKES
0 of 3 sales, 12 mo ending June 2026
Track record · 15 years of records
2
Failed listings · 2026
peaked at 10 in 2008
1,360sqft
Median sold home size
12-mo windows, closed sales

The 60-Second Overview

FOX LAKES market snapshot (as of August 2, 2026): the median sale price is about $257K ($189 per sq ft over the trailing 12 months of closed sales), and a median 5 days on market for closed sales.

Windows contain 0 to 4 sales each (3 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 2011 through 2026. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Homes sold per 12-mo window
02420122014201620182020202220242026
0 to 4 a year; 3 in the current window.
Sellers who gave up · failed listings per year
051020082012201620242026
Canceled, expired, or withdrawn. 10 quit in 2008; 2 so far in 2026. The clearest stress gauge a community has.

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.

$1,822/mo
Polk County typical true cost to own
$161/mo
Polk County typical home insurance
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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.

Fox Lakes Market Scorecard

Thin data

Fox Lakes 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
0/0/0
Active/Pend/Sold

Go deeper: true cost calculator · affordability calculator.

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

Housing distress & ownership in FOX LAKES, LAKELAND

Who owns here, how much is not owner-occupied, and how much for-sale inventory is under distress.

Active inventory in distress
0.0%
0 of 8 listings

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 August 2026 through August 2026. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

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 FOX LAKES 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 FOX LAKES address.

The Strategy

The FOX LAKES buying strategy.

If we were buying in FOX LAKES 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 FOX LAKES.

The Deep Dive

A closer look at the FOX LAKES market

At a median of $189 per square foot, FOX LAKES prices sit in a fairly defined band, so condition and updates — more than the list price — tend to separate one home from the next.

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The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in FOX LAKES. 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.

Run Your Numbers

Tools for a FOX LAKES 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 FOX LAKES.Save Our HomesProject your homestead tax cap over time.
The takeaway

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

Selling in FOX LAKES

Price it to the comps and condition, not an automated estimate.

If you are thinking about selling in FOX LAKES, the right list price comes from recent comparable sales matched to your home's condition and location, not an automated estimate.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the median home price in FOX LAKES?
The median sale price in FOX LAKES was $257K over the 12 months ending August 2, 2026 (3 closed sales, Stellar MLS).
How long do homes in FOX LAKES take to sell?
Homes that closed in the 12 months ending August 2, 2026 took a median 5 days on market (3 sales, Stellar MLS).
Do cash buyers compete in FOX LAKES?
Cash buyers took 0% of FOX LAKES sales in the 12 months ending June 2026 (0 of 3 closings, Stellar MLS).
What schools serve FOX LAKES?
FOX LAKES 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 FOX LAKES?
The best agent for FOX LAKES is one who actively works LAKELAND 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 FOX LAKES.
How do I find a top LAKELAND real estate agent who knows FOX LAKES?
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 FOX LAKES and the wider LAKELAND area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for FOX LAKES?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your FOX LAKES purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.

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Data sources & freshness

Live listingsStellar MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: June 30, 2026)
Community market statsStellar MLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending August 2, 2026
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 2011 (17 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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