Norriswood
Homes for Sale in Mulberry, FL
True comps, carrying-cost math, and listings before the portals.
Over the 12 months ending 2026-08-02, 3 recorded sales closed at a median of $375,000, $196 per square foot, a median 37 days on market, sellers accepting 97% of original asking. At the median price and Polk County's FY2025-26 rate of 16.19 mills, annual property tax runs about $6,070 ($5,390 with the full homestead exemption).
Norriswood is a small, established pocket of 28 homes in Mulberry, built between 1979 and 2009 with a median build year of 1987. Price here is driven by the house, not the amenities - there are none identified from current MLS listings - so what you pay tracks square footage, condition, and updates. With a median living area of 2,462 square feet and a median price of $375,000, the per-square-foot figure of about $196 reflects roomy, older floor plans where renovation history will move the number more than anything else.
At the as-of date there are zero active listings, which tells you supply is thin and turnover is slow. The nearly 79% homestead share points to an owner-occupied, hold-long street rather than an investor churn. For a seller, scarcity works in your favor if your home shows well; for a buyer, patience and readiness to move on the right listing matter more than negotiating leverage. A median of 37 days on market suggests well-priced homes transact in just over a month, not overnight.
Figures in this note are as of October 26, 2026. The live market numbers elsewhere on this page update nightly and are newer.
Nearby homes for sale
No active listings inside Norriswood 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
Norriswood market snapshot (as of August 2, 2026): the median sale price is about $375K ($196 per sq ft over the trailing 12 months of closed sales), and a median 37 days on market for closed sales.
In ZIP 33860 (Mulberry), 105 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $314K ($189/sq ft), down 2.3% year over year, with a median 44 days on market. See the live ZIP 33860 housing market and the Polk County market.
Norriswood is a community of 28 homes in Mulberry, Polk County, built between 1979 and 2009 (median 1987), with a median living area of about 2,462 square feet. 79% of parcels are homesteaded, the owner-occupancy proxy in the Florida DOR assessment roll (2025 roll, public records).
Norriswood is a compact, mostly owner-occupied enclave of larger older homes in Mulberry, where the lack of active inventory means opportunities are occasional and condition-sensitive rather than frequent.
Who Norriswood is best for.
Best for
- Buying to hold long-term in a stable, owner-occupied pocket of Mulberry
- Seeking a larger floor plan around 2,462 square feet and willing to update an older home
- Buyers who can stay patient and move quickly when a rare listing appears
Probably not for
- Needing to choose from active inventory today, since there are none listed
- Wanting on-site amenities, which this community does not offer
- Looking for a newer build or a turnkey home with no renovation to underwrite
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 ($375K) IS the median in the snapshot above.
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 2006 through 2025. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
25% of homes for sale in ZIP 33860 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).
Norriswood Market Scorecard
Norriswood is currently a balanced market..
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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 Norriswood listings and can change; always confirm with Polk County Public Schools for a specific address.
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Recent Developments in Norriswood
Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Norriswood, 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 5 miles northeast of Norriswood.
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 4 miles north of Norriswood.
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 8 miles north of Norriswood.
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 7 miles northeast of Norriswood, 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 project is about 5 miles northeast of Norriswood, elsewhere in Polk County.
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 8 miles northeast of Norriswood, 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 Norriswood buying strategy.
If we were buying in Norriswood 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 Norriswood.
A condition-driven market with thin supply
The housing stock here is substantial and dated by current standards - a median build year of 1987 and homes stretching back to 1979 - paired with a generous median of 2,462 square feet. That combination means the spread between an updated home and an original one can be wide, and the median price of $375,000 should be read as a midpoint, not a ceiling or a floor. Expect to underwrite roofs, systems, and finishes on a house-by-house basis.
With no active listings as of the snapshot and only a small handful of recent closings in the window, this is a market you watch rather than browse. A homestead share near 79% signals owners who tend to stay, which keeps inventory tight and makes timing the central challenge for anyone trying to get in.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Norriswood. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Why work with Momentum here
In a 28-home community with zero active listings, deals get made through preparation, not search filters. We track turnover, read condition and pricing against the $196-per-square-foot median, and help sellers position older, larger homes honestly so they move near that 37-day median. For buyers, we help you be ready when the right house lists.
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| Location | Mulberry, Polk County, FL · ZIP 33860 |
|---|---|
| Homes in the community | 28 (FL DOR 2025 assessment roll) |
| Years built | 1979–2009 (median 1987) |
| Typical living area | 2,462 sq ft (median) |
| Sale prices, last 12 months | $375,000 median across 3 closed sales · $196 per sq ft |
| Days on market (closed sales) | 37 median |
| For sale right now | 0 active, 0 pending |
| Owner-occupied (homestead) share | 79% |
| 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 2006 through 2025; housing-stock figures from Florida Department of Revenue public records. Market figures describe homes, not residents. Cite as: Momentum Realty, “Norriswood key facts,” movewithmomentum.com/neighborhoods/norriswood-mulberry, data as of August 2, 2026.
Housing distress & ownership in NORRISWOOD, Mulberry
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 30, 2026) |
| Community market stats | Stellar MLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending August 2, 2026 |
| Housing stock & ownership | Florida DOR assessment roll (community parcel extract) |
| 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 2006 (14 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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