Meadows At Scott Lake Creek in LAKELAND

Meadows At Scott Lake Creek
Homes for Sale in LAKELAND, FL

Community in LAKELAND · Polk County
50 homesBuilt 2021–2022
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Live · Meadows At Scott Lake Creek Housing Pulse Stellar MLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 8,500+ transactions · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Tempo
0%
Under contract
Polk: 26% (1,710 of 6,629)
1 · 0
For sale · pending
live counts, refreshed twice daily
Ownership and context
64%
Owner-occupied · Meadows At Scott Lake Creek
32 of 50 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
36%
Non-owner-occupied · Meadows At Scott Lake Creek
incl. 16% trust or LLC-held · 18% out-of-state
50
Homes in the community
50 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · 5 years of records
Est. 2021
Community established
homes built 2021-2022, median 2022 (FL DOR 2025)
0
Failed listings · 2023
peaked at 1 in 2023
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

This is a small, tightly built community - 50 homes total, all constructed in a narrow 2021-2022 window, so there is little variation in age or construction style to price around. With only one active listing at this snapshot, there is essentially no market to read in real time; whatever that single home is asking is close to the only data point available to buyers right now.

For a seller, that scarcity is the story: with inventory this thin, a well-prepared listing faces almost no direct competition inside the community. For a buyer, it means limited ability to comparison-shop within Meadows At Scott Lake Creek itself - you may need to lean on nearby Lakeland sales to judge value before making an offer.

Best for

  • Buyers who want a newer-built home (2021-2022) without an older-construction learning curve
  • Buyers prioritizing larger square footage in a single-family layout over community amenities
  • Sellers who want to list into a market with almost no direct competing inventory

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want resort-style or clubhouse amenities as part of the purchase
  • Buyers who want a wide selection of homes to compare before deciding
  • Buyers seeking older or architecturally varied housing stock

The market around Meadows At Scott Lake Creek

Meadows At Scott Lake Creek is a small community — 1 recorded sale on file, most recently in 2023 — too few for its own price trend. Here is the market around it.

Across Polk County, 4,919 homes are active and 1,710 pending (26% under contract).

The housing mix here is 50% single family residence, 50% ?.

ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Meadows At Scott Lake Creek specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.

Housing distress & ownership in Meadows At Scott Lake Creek, 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 7 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.

Homes For Sale Right Now in Meadows At Scott Lake Creek

Live MLS inventory for Meadows At Scott Lake Creek. Every active listing, what is under contract right now, and the last 12 months of closed sales, refreshed twice a day. Closed comps beat an algorithm's guess every time.

Active and pending Meadows At Scott Lake Creek listings as of 2026-07-16, priced high to low. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period %s through %s. Tap any home to ask about it.

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 Meadows At Scott Lake Creek 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 Meadows At Scott Lake Creek address.

Recent Developments in Meadows At Scott Lake Creek

Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Meadows At Scott Lake Creek, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated August 2026.

Dev Momentum81/100 · High
  1. July 2026
    Development

    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 2 miles northeast of Meadows At Scott Lake Creek, elsewhere in Polk County.

    Source: LkldNow
  2. July 2026
    Development

    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 project is about 22 miles east of Meadows At Scott Lake Creek, elsewhere in Polk County.

    Source: Bay News 9
  3. June 2026
    Civic

    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 less than a mile northeast of Meadows At Scott Lake Creek.

    Source: LkldNow
  4. June 2026
    Development

    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 23 miles northeast of Meadows At Scott Lake Creek, elsewhere in Polk County.

    Source: The Citrus Tea
  5. May 2026
    Development

    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 14 miles east of Meadows At Scott Lake Creek, elsewhere in Polk County.

    Source: Tampa Bay Business & Wealth
  6. May 2026
    Retail & 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 4 miles north of Meadows At Scott Lake Creek, elsewhere in Polk County.

    Source: Lakeland Gazette

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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.

If we were buying in Meadows At Scott Lake Creek 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 Meadows At Scott Lake Creek.

Best Buy
Buyers or sellers focused on a single, recently built home in Lakeland rather than an amenity-rich subdivision.
Biggest Risk
With just one active listing, there is almost no direct inventory to compare against before buying.
Sweet Spot
Buyers wanting a larger, newer floor plan - the median home runs 2,621 square feet.
Avoid If
You want a community with organized amenities like a pool, clubhouse, or trails.

A Newer, Small Footprint

Every home here was built within a two-year span, and the median living area runs a spacious 2,621 square feet, suggesting the community leans toward larger single-family floor plans rather than compact or entry-level product. That consistency in age and size means less guesswork on construction-era issues like roofing or systems replacement that come up in older neighborhoods.

No community amenities are identified in current MLS listings, so this reads as a straightforward residential subdivision rather than an amenity-driven community - value here is tied to the home and lot, not a clubhouse or pool package. About 64% of homes carry a homestead exemption, pointing to a base of owner-occupied housing rather than a heavy rental or investor concentration.

The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Meadows At Scott Lake Creek. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Why work with Momentum here

With only one active listing, timing and access matter more than usual - we track this community closely so buyers hear about new listings early and sellers understand exactly how thin the competition is before setting a price.

Meadows At Scott Lake Creek in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers or sellers focused on a single, recently built home in Lakeland rather than an amenity-rich subdivision.
Biggest advantageNewer construction across the entire community, with consistent 2021-2022 build years.
Biggest riskWith just one active listing, there is almost no direct inventory to compare against before buying.
Sweet spotBuyers wanting a larger, newer floor plan - the median home runs 2,621 square feet.
Avoid ifYou want a community with organized amenities like a pool, clubhouse, or trails.

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 Meadows At Scott Lake Creek sales matched to your home.

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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
Has a CDD
Bond assessment on top of taxes

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.

Meadows at Scott Lake Creek Market Scorecard

Thin data

Meadows at Scott Lake Creek is currently a thin data market. Limited supply, a median asking price of $415,000, and homes go under contract in about 65 days.

n/a
Months supply
$415,000
Median list
n/a
Median sold
$178
Per sqft
65
Days on mkt
1/0/0
Active/Pend/Sold

Typical home value in the 33813 ZIP is $372,912, about 22.8% below the Florida norm (Zillow Home Value Index).

Go deeper: ZIP market scorecard · county scorecard · 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are in Meadows At Scott Lake Creek?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 50 homes in Meadows At Scott Lake Creek (public records).
What share of Meadows At Scott Lake Creek is owner-occupied?
64% of Meadows At Scott Lake Creek parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in Meadows At Scott Lake Creek built?
Homes in Meadows At Scott Lake Creek were built between 2021 and 2022, with a median year built of 2022 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
What schools serve Meadows At Scott Lake Creek?
Meadows At Scott Lake Creek 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 Meadows At Scott Lake Creek?
The best agent for Meadows At Scott Lake Creek 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 Meadows At Scott Lake Creek.
How do I find a top LAKELAND real estate agent who knows Meadows At Scott Lake Creek?
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 Meadows At Scott Lake Creek and the wider LAKELAND area.
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Buyers who want a newer-built home (2021-2022) without an older-construction learning curveExcellent fit
Buyers prioritizing larger square footage in a single-family layout over community amenitiesExcellent fit
Sellers who want to list into a market with almost no direct competing inventoryExcellent fit
Buyers who want resort-style or clubhouse amenities as part of the purchaseProbably not
Buyers who want a wide selection of homes to compare before decidingProbably not
Buyers seeking older or architecturally varied housing stockProbably not

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Data sources & freshness

Live listingsStellar MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: July 16, 2026)
Housing stock & ownershipFlorida DOR 2025 assessment roll (community parcel extract)
Under-contract sharesStellar MLS records, as of 2026-07-12
Schools2025-26 district assignments + FLDOE school grades; verify with the district
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2021 (1 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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