OVEIDA HEIGHTS in LAKELAND

OVEIDA HEIGHTS
Homes for Sale in LAKELAND, FL

Community in LAKELAND · Polk County · ZIP 33803
36 homesBuilt 1960–2022Median sale $310K
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Built fromLive Stellar MLS data9 years of closingsFL DOR public recordsUpdated twice daily
Live · OVEIDA HEIGHTS Housing Pulse Stellar MLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 8,500+ transactions · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Price
$310K
Median sold · 12 mo
$209/sf
Sold $/sqft · 12 mo
peak $216 in 2023
99.7%
Sale vs ask
Tempo
35days
Median DOM · closed
7 days at the 2023 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
31%
Owner-occupied · OVEIDA HEIGHTS
11 of 36 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
69%
Non-owner-occupied · OVEIDA HEIGHTS
incl. 22% trust or LLC-held · 0% out-of-state
20%
Cash buyers · OVEIDA HEIGHTS
1 of 5 sales, 12 mo ending June 2023
36
Homes in the community
36 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · 9 years of records
Est. 1960
Community established
homes built 1960-2022, median 1981 (FL DOR 2025)
0
Failed listings · 2025
peaked at 3 in 2017
1,514sqft
Median sold home size
12-mo windows, closed sales
8.3%/yr
Turnover rate
about 3 of 36 homes trade a year

The 60-Second Overview

OVEIDA HEIGHTS market snapshot (as of August 2, 2026): the median sale price is about $310K ($209 per sq ft over the trailing 12 months of closed sales), and a median 35 days on market for closed sales.

OVEIDA HEIGHTS is a community of 36 homes in LAKELAND, Polk County, built between 1960 and 2022 (median 1981), with a median living area of about 1,224 square feet. 31% of parcels are homesteaded, the owner-occupancy proxy in the Florida DOR assessment roll (2025 roll, public records).

Windows contain 0 to 3 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 2017 through 2026. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Homes sold per 12-mo window
012320182020202220242026
0 to 3 a year; 3 in the current window.
Sellers who gave up · failed listings per year
0123201420202025
Canceled, expired, or withdrawn. 3 quit in 2017; 0 so far in 2025. 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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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.

Oveida Heights Market Scorecard

Thin data

Oveida Heights 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.

Housing distress & ownership in OVEIDA HEIGHTS, LAKELAND

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

Active inventory in distress
4.65%
2 of 43 listings · short sale 2

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 OVEIDA HEIGHTS 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 OVEIDA HEIGHTS address.

If we were buying in OVEIDA HEIGHTS 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 OVEIDA HEIGHTS.

A closer look at the OVEIDA HEIGHTS market

At a median of $209 per square foot, OVEIDA HEIGHTS 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 36 homes built between 1960 and 2022, and 31% 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 OVEIDA HEIGHTS. 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 OVEIDA HEIGHTS sales matched to your home.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the median home price in OVEIDA HEIGHTS?
The median sale price in OVEIDA HEIGHTS was $310K over the 12 months ending August 2, 2026 (3 closed sales, Stellar MLS).
How long do homes in OVEIDA HEIGHTS take to sell?
Homes that closed in the 12 months ending August 2, 2026 took a median 35 days on market (3 sales, Stellar MLS).
How many homes are in OVEIDA HEIGHTS?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 36 homes in OVEIDA HEIGHTS (public records).
What share of OVEIDA HEIGHTS is owner-occupied?
31% of OVEIDA HEIGHTS parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in OVEIDA HEIGHTS built?
Homes in OVEIDA HEIGHTS were built between 1960 and 2022, with a median year built of 1981 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
Do cash buyers compete in OVEIDA HEIGHTS?
Cash buyers took 20% of OVEIDA HEIGHTS sales in the 12 months ending June 2023 (1 of 5 closings, Stellar MLS).
What schools serve OVEIDA HEIGHTS?
OVEIDA HEIGHTS 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 OVEIDA HEIGHTS?
The best agent for OVEIDA HEIGHTS 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 OVEIDA HEIGHTS.
How do I find a top LAKELAND real estate agent who knows OVEIDA HEIGHTS?
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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
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 2017 (11 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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