Hamilton Ridge
Homes for Sale in Winter Haven, FL
All 793 homes for sale in WINTER HAVEN, FL · median $280,000 · Polk County homes for sale
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| Location | WINTER HAVEN, Polk County, FL · ZIP 33851, 33881 |
|---|---|
| Homes in the community | 129 (FL DOR 2025 assessment roll) |
| Years built | 1928–2024 (median 1998) |
| Typical living area | 3,383 sq ft (median) |
| For sale right now | 0 active, 1 pending |
| Owner-occupied (homestead) share | 82% |
| 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 September 20, 2026. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period 2010 through 2025; housing-stock figures from Florida Department of Revenue public records. Market figures describe homes, not residents. Cite as: Momentum Realty, “Hamilton Ridge key facts,” movewithmomentum.com/neighborhoods/hamilton-ridge, data as of September 20, 2026.
As of September 2026, the MLS records 10 closed sales in Hamilton Ridge in Winter Haven, FL since 2010, the most recent in December 2025. Across Winter Haven as a whole, 42 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $308,400, 65 median days on market, with 16 homes for sale today. At that median and Polk County's FY2025-26 rate of 16.19 mills, annual property tax runs about $4,990 ($4,320 with the full homestead exemption).
Hamilton Ridge is a small, established enclave of 16 homes built between 1994 and 2018, with a median year built of 1998. What sets value here is largely the individual home: age, updates, and lot condition matter more than any community-wide feature, since there's no shared amenity package driving price. At a median living area of 3,300 square feet, these are larger-format homes, which narrows the buyer pool and makes each sale more idiosyncratic.
With only 1 active listing against a 12-month supply reading, this is a thin, buyer-leaning market by the numbers, but thin inventory in a 16-home community can flip quickly on a single sale or listing. A high homestead share of 87.5% tells you most owners here are settled in, not flipping or holding as investment rentals, so turnover is inherently slow and each listing tends to stand somewhat on its own rather than fitting a predictable comp pattern.
Nearby homes for sale
No active listings inside Hamilton RidgeHomes for Sale in Winter Haven, FL 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
A compact, low-turnover pocket of larger homes built out over roughly two and a half decades, where the small size of the community means pricing and pace are driven by individual listings rather than broad trend lines.
Stellar MLS sales records identify 13 homes in Hamilton Ridge that have changed hands since 2004, built between 1994 and 2021 (median 1998), with a median living area of about 2,511 sq ft and a typical 4-bedroom, 2-bath layout; 92% 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.
County records show 5 qualified sales in Hamilton Ridge across 2024 - 2025 (3 in 2024, 2 in 2025), median $750,000 - the last recorded sale per parcel on the Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll, independent of the MLS.
Pre-construction details are compiled from public records, builder announcements and builder listings, and are subject to change without notice; figures are deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Momentum Research figures are our own analysis. This page describes homes, pricing and community attributes, not residents.
Who Hamilton Ridge is best for.
Best for
- Buyers wanting a larger home (median 3,300 sq ft) and comfortable with a limited, condition-driven search
- Buyers with flexible timelines who can wait for the right listing in a very small inventory pool
- Buyers prioritizing a low-turnover, settled setting over shared community amenities
Probably not for
- Buyers who need several comparable listings to choose from at once
- Buyers specifically seeking a community with defined shared amenities
- Buyers on a tight closing timeline who can't wait out thin inventory
The market around Hamilton Ridge
Hamilton Ridge is too small for its own price trend, so here is the market around it.
In ZIP 33851, 84 homes are on the market and 32% are under contract — a fast-moving corner of Winter Haven.
Across Polk County, 5,398 homes are active and 1,696 pending (24% under contract).
In ZIP 33851 (WINTER HAVEN), 128 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $300K ($174/sq ft), down 2.9% year over year, with a median 54 days on market. See the live ZIP 33851 housing market and the Polk County market.
ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Hamilton Ridge specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.
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 Hamilton Ridge 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 Hamilton Ridge address.
Recent Developments in Hamilton Ridge
Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Hamilton Ridge, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated August 2026.
- 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 20 miles west of Hamilton Ridge, elsewhere in Polk County.
Source: LkldNow - July 2026Development
Haines City Data Center Proposal on Hold Over Water Capacity
Texas based Cielo Digital Infrastructure has proposed a data center on Marion Road and State Road 544 East in Haines City, requesting 150,000 gallons of potable water per day. City officials say the project remains preliminary, is awaiting additional water allocation from the Southwest Florida Water Management District, and has not yet come before the commission for approval.
What it may mean for the marketA proposed data center signals commercial and industrial interest in the Haines City area while highlighting water infrastructure limits that could shape the pace of future development. The site is about 2 miles northwest of Hamilton Ridge.
Source: Bay News 9 - June 2026Development
Hillpointe Opens Pointe Grand Apartments in Davenport
Hillpointe has begun leasing at Pointe Grand Champions Village, an approximately 445 unit apartment community at 2010 Celsius Way in Davenport. As of late June 2026 the project was about 50 percent built and had started moving in residents, featuring one bedroom cottages, two bedroom units, and three bedroom townhomes with resort style amenities.
What it may mean for the marketA large new apartment community expands rental housing supply and adds amenity rich multifamily inventory to the Davenport market. The project is about 12 miles north of Hamilton Ridge, elsewhere in Polk County.
Source: Hoodline - June 2026Development
Haines City Commission Reviews Lake Eva Estates Subdivision
Haines City reviewed a preliminary plat for Lake Eva Estates, a 31 lot single family subdivision on 16.68 acres west of 10th Street South by Lake Eva. The project is zoned low density residential and includes an approved traffic study.
What it may mean for the marketA new single family subdivision adds for sale housing supply in the Lake Eva area and reflects continued residential platting activity in Haines City. The project is about 3 miles north of Hamilton Ridge, elsewhere in Polk County.
Source: The Citrus Tea - May 2026Development
SouthState Plans $17M Office in Downtown Winter Haven
SouthState plans a $17.2 million, five story, 40,035 square foot Class A office building on vacant parcels along Central Avenue in downtown Winter Haven. The regional operations center would house about 125 employees, with construction expected to begin in July 2026 and take 12 to 16 months.
What it may mean for the marketA new downtown office building adds employment space and Class A commercial inventory to downtown Winter Haven, supporting the area's redevelopment and taxable value. The project is about 8 miles southwest of Hamilton Ridge, elsewhere in Polk County.
Source: Tampa Bay Business & Wealth - 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 21 miles west of Hamilton Ridge, 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 Hamilton Ridge buying strategy.
If we were buying in Hamilton Ridge 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 Hamilton Ridge.
A Small Footprint, Read Home by Home
With just 16 homes total and a single active listing at last check, Hamilton Ridge doesn't generate the kind of steady comp flow larger communities do. Buyers and sellers here should expect to evaluate each home on its own condition and layout rather than leaning on a tight recent-sales pattern, since there simply aren't enough transactions moving through at once to establish a tight band.
The 12.0-month supply figure signals a buyer-leaning posture, meaning current inventory would take a considerable stretch to absorb at the recent pace of sales. Combined with a homestead share of 87.5%, that points to a community where homes aren't cycling through the market often, so when something does list, it's worth a close, unhurried look rather than a rushed decision.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Hamilton Ridge. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Why work with Momentum here
In a community this small, with only 1 active listing and no steady flow of comparable sales, pricing a home well or evaluating an offer takes direct, current knowledge of what's actually on the market rather than a formula. We track Hamilton Ridge listing by listing and can walk you through exactly how this specific home compares to what little else is available.
Hamilton Ridge in 15 seconds.
HOA, CDD & Fees
- HOA dues reported around $22/month (about $264/yr) · median of 6 MLS listings, most billed annually
- Any club/amenity membership is billed separately
Listings in this community report association dues of about $22 per month ($264 a year) - the median AssociationFee across 6 MLS records, normalised to a monthly figure; most are billed annually. Dues change with budgets and can differ by section or product type; confirm the current figure with the association before you offer. Source: MLS listing records, 2026-09.
Confirm the current HOA dues, exactly what they cover, and any CDD bond or special assessment for a specific address before you offer.
Tools for a Hamilton Ridge buy.
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Recently off market in Hamilton Ridge
Homes in Hamilton Ridge that recently left the market. Each address opens its public-record profile: county-recorded value, property taxes, the last recorded sale, community sales history, and what is for sale nearby now. 1 on record.
- 1095 W Lake Hamilton Drive · off market
The real cost & risk here
Before the list price, the Florida math the portals skip. These are Santa Rosa 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 · Santa Rosa 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.
20% of homes for sale in ZIP 33881 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 (2026-09-21).
Hamilton Ridge Market Scorecard
Hamilton Ridge is currently a no active listings market. Limited supply, a median asking price of n/a.
Go deeper: county scorecard · true cost calculator · affordability calculator.
Live data: Stellar MLS, distributed by MLS GRID, refreshed twice daily. Typical value: Zillow Research. Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.
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Data sources & freshness
| Live listings | Stellar MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: September 19, 2026) |
| Under-contract shares | Stellar MLS records, as of 2026-09-08 |
| Schools | 2025-26 district assignments + FLDOE school grades; verify with the district |
| Historical depth | Closed-sale records back to 2010 (10 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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