Ranches at
McLeod 40s

2020s Lennar masterplan · Polk County · ZIP 33839

The narrow-lot collections of a Lennar masterplan in Eagle Lake, where the real read is the floor plan, the lot position, and the HOA plus CDD math.

Lennar new construction40 foot lotsHOA plus CDD

Live Market Pulse

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Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)

The 40s is the 40 foot lot-width segment of one masterplan, sold in narrow-lot collections, so the honest read is the specific lot, plan, and elevation plus the HOA and CDD carrying cost, not one community average. Confirm the dues, the CDD assessment, and the warranty status per address.

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Jon's Current Read

"The Ranches at McLeod 40s, part of what Lennar markets as Ranches at Lake McLeod, is the 40 foot lot-width segment of a 2020s masterplan in Eagle Lake rather than a separate resale neighborhood, so the read is a new-build read on the narrow-lot product. The 40 foot collections deliver the most affordable plans in the community, and the floor plan, the elevation, and the lot position set far more of your value than the community name does. Because the masterplan is a Community Development District as well as an HOA community, the all-in monthly and annual carrying cost is the HOA dues plus a CDD assessment that is commonly collected on the tax bill, and that combined number is what to underwrite, not the dues line alone. As newer construction it carries builder warranty coverage and modern energy and storm-code features, which generally helps, but resale comparables are still thin while the community fills in, so price discipline matters. Your leverage is choosing the right plan and lot position within the 40 foot product, confirming the HOA and CDD numbers per address, and reading the builder warranty before you fall for the model home."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

The Ranches at McLeod 40s is the 40 foot lot-width segment of Ranches at McLeod, a Lennar masterplan the builder markets as Ranches at Lake McLeod, off Rover Road in Eagle Lake, in Polk County, FL (Lennar community materials and listing guides, 2026). In the MLS the wider segments appear as Ranches at McLeod 50s and 60s, so the 40s, 50s, and 60s are lot-width product segments of the same single community rather than separate neighborhoods.

The 40 foot product is delivered in narrow-lot collections, with floor plans that listing guides describe across roughly three to five bedrooms and sizes spanning the low 1,400s to the mid 2,400s square feet, depending on the collection (builder and listing guides, 2026). Confirm the exact bedroom count, square footage, lot width, and elevation for any specific home.

Because this is a masterplan still filling in, the money is made or lost on the lot, the plan, and the carrying cost, not on the address. The drivers are the lot position, the floor plan and elevation, the builder warranty status, and the combined HOA plus CDD cost, all of which should be read from the listing, the HOA documents, and the property tax record for the exact address.

The pitch is a value-priced new home in a growing Polk County town with an amenity package and an easy line to Winter Haven via U.S. 17. Eagle Lake sits in the Winter Haven area of Polk County, with the Legoland Florida resort and the Chain of Lakes nearby; confirm real drive times and the current amenity list for your routine.

Quick Match

Who Ranches at McLeod 40s is best for.

Best for

Buyers who want the most affordable new home with a builder warranty here
Buyers comfortable with a narrower 40 foot lot for a lower entry price
Commuters who want a value-priced base near Winter Haven and U.S. 17
Buyers who will underwrite the HOA plus CDD carrying cost honestly

Probably not for

Buyers who want an established resale neighborhood with deep comps
Anyone unwilling to add the CDD assessment to the HOA dues line
Buyers who want a wider lot or a large private acreage parcel
Buyers who want a no-HOA, no-CDD ownership profile

Market Pulse

How Ranches at McLeod 40s is performing right now

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Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)

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Tight supply and strong demand favor sellers here. Homes still take about two months to sell, though, and with asking prices running above recent sales per square foot, a prepared buyer has room on anything overpriced. Reading each home against the real comps, not the headline trend, is where the edge is.

Live from Stellar MLS, as of June 30, 2026. Refreshed twice daily. Months of supply, days on market, and the contract-to-listing ratio are computed from current Ranches at McLeod 40s listings and the trailing twelve months of closed sales.

Where prices are going$850K2026 YTD

Median sale price by year. Tap a label to compare Ranches at McLeod 50s or Eagle Lake. The 1-year price change is the median sold price over the most recent year versus the prior year, the same measure most listing sites and local Realtor reports use. It reflects the mix of homes that sold, not the change in any single home's value, which is why median price per square foot is shown alongside it to adjust for home size. In thinly traded neighborhoods, where a sale or two can swing the median, we lead with the mix-resistant price-per-square-foot trend instead.

Price per square foot$3072026 YTD

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Momentum intelligence

Momentum buy score

Our proprietary read on how a home in Ranches at McLeod buys, holds, and resells. See the five factors.

Interactive Map

Ranches at McLeod 40s on the map.

Every active, pending, and recently sold home, plotted. Toggle the layers, color the dots by status or lot type, and tap a home for the details.

Listing locations from Stellar MLS; lot type inferred from listing descriptions. Destination pins are approximate. Map data © OpenStreetMap, tiles © CARTO. Flood, school, and commute overlays are on the roadmap.

The Club & Membership

15-Second Take

A community pool and clubhouse anchor the amenities
A fitness room and sports courts are cited in materials
A dog park and a playground are part of the package
A dock and roving patrol appear in some listings
Confirm the current amenity list and access rules per HOA

The Ranches at McLeod 40s is the narrow-lot segment of a Lennar masterplan of new single-family homes in Eagle Lake, so the lifestyle is amenity-supported suburban living rather than acreage despite the name. Materials describe shared amenities including a community pool, a clubhouse, a fitness room, sports courts, a dog park, and a playground, with a dock and roving patrol cited in some listings, plus an HOA and a Community Development District that together set the carrying cost. The community sits near U.S. 17 in the Winter Haven area of Polk County. Amenities, rules, and CDD amounts vary, so confirm the current amenity list, the HOA dues, and the CDD assessment per address before you buy.

Nearby & Commute

How far is everything?

The takeaway

The Ranches at McLeod 40s trades a long-established address for the value entry to a new masterplan near U.S. 17, with Eagle Lake services, Winter Haven, and Legoland within an easy drive and the I-4 corridor reachable for Orlando and Tampa.

Drive times from the community. They are approximate and vary with traffic and your exact home and routine.

U.S. Highway 17~3 to 6 min · north and south route

Downtown Eagle Lake~3 to 6 min · local services

Downtown Winter Haven~12 to 18 min · shops and dining

Legoland Florida resort~15 to 20 min · in Winter Haven

Winter Haven Hospital~15 to 20 min · medical center

Bartow~15 to 25 min · county seat

Orlando and Tampa~50 to 75 min · via I-4 corridor

Distances and times are approximate and vary with traffic and the specific address. Confirm your real commute at your real departure time.

Nearby Communities

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Carrying cost · the no-CDD edge

No CDD bond means thousands less per year than newer master plans.

Typical CDD community~$2,500/yr

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Roughly $25,000 saved over 10 years in carrying cost, before resale.

Illustrative. NE Florida CDD assessments commonly run $1,500-$3,500+/yr and vary by community; verify per property.

Schools

15-Second Take

Polk County Public Schools
Verify the zoned schools by address
Magnet and choice options may be available
Confirm current ratings before relying on them
Private and parochial options nearby

Ranches at McLeod 40s is served by Polk County Public Schools. Assignment is by address and can change, so confirm the exact zoned elementary, middle, and high schools for any specific home, plus any magnet or choice options. Treat published ratings as a starting point, not the full story.

Public

Polk County Public Schools (verify by address)

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By address

Eagle Lake Elementary and Lake Region High (verify)

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Choice

Magnet and choice options may apply

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Buying with schools in mind? We can confirm the exact zoned schools for any Ranches at McLeod 40s address.

The takeaway

What is actually shaping value in the Ranches at McLeod 40s: continued new-home delivery and buildout across the collections, Polk County growth around Eagle Lake and Winter Haven, and the HOA plus CDD carrying-cost picture that defines new masterplans here. Each item is an evergreen factual observation.

Recent Developments in Ranches at McLeod

Development Intelligence

Our read on what is being built around Ranches at McLeod 40s, scored for direction, significance, and how close the effect lands. The full sourced timeline follows below.

Net OutlookBullishSteady buildout and Polk County growth support demand, with the watch items being early resale supply as the community fills in and the combined HOA plus CDD carrying cost, both of which buyers should underwrite per address.

Ongoing Lennar buildout across the collections

2020s

NeutralMajor impact

SignificanceRadius: Community

As the masterplan continues to deliver across the 40, 50, and 60 foot lines, new inventory competes with early resales, so the lot and plan choice and pricing discipline matter.

HOA plus CDD carrying cost

Ongoing

NeutralMajor impact

SignificanceRadius: Community

A CDD assessment applies in addition to HOA dues and is commonly on the tax bill, so the combined number is the true carrying cost to underwrite per address.

Builder warranty on new construction

Ongoing

BullishNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: Community

Newer homes carry builder warranty coverage and modern energy and storm-code features, which generally helps the early ownership and insurance picture.

Polk County growth near Eagle Lake and Winter Haven

Ongoing

BullishNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: Area

Continued housing and job growth in the Winter Haven area of Polk County supports demand for value-priced new homes along the U.S. 17 corridor.

Thin early resale comparables

Ongoing

NeutralNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: Community

Because the community is still filling in, resale comps are limited, so pricing leans on builder inventory and nearby new-build supply rather than a deep resale record.

Lake McLeod and conservation edges nearby

Ongoing

NeutralMinor impact

SignificanceRadius: Community

Water and conservation areas sit near the community, so lot-level flood, drainage, and setback checks are essential and a premium edge can lift value.

Direction, significance, and effect-radius ratings are Momentum's proprietary, qualitative read of the sourced items below, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific home.

Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Ranches at McLeod, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated June 2026.

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December 2025
Development
Lennar continues delivering new homes at Ranches at Lake McLeod in Eagle Lake
Lennar markets Ranches at Lake McLeod as an active masterplan in Eagle Lake, in Polk County, with multiple home collections across different lot widths, including the 40 foot product, and an amenity package that includes a pool, clubhouse, fitness room, sports courts, a dog park, and a playground. Why it matters: Continued buildout means new inventory competes with early resales, so buyers should choose the plan and lot position deliberately and underwrite the HOA plus CDD cost per address. Source
November 2025
Development
Narrow-lot collections listed at Ranches at Lake McLeod in Eagle Lake
Third-party new-home listing guides describe the narrow-lot collections at Ranches at Lake McLeod in Eagle Lake, ZIP 33839, with single-family floor plans roughly from the low 1,400s to the mid 2,400s square feet and three to five bedrooms, served by an HOA and a CDD. Why it matters: The 40 foot product is the value entry to the masterplan, so the plan and lot position, not the address, drive the number while comps are thin. Source

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 Strategy

The Ranches at McLeod 40s buying strategy.

If we were buying in Ranches at McLeod 40s, this is the order of operations we would run, and the one we run for our clients.

Add the CDD to the HOA before you underwrite. This is an HOA plus Community Development District community, so the real carrying cost is the dues plus a CDD assessment that is often on the tax bill. Confirm both per address.

Read the 40s as the narrow-lot product. The 40 foot collections are the most affordable lot width in this masterplan, so the floor plan and lot position set most of your value. Match the plan to your needs.

Read the builder warranty and the closeout status. On newer construction, confirm what warranty coverage transfers, whether the home is move-in ready or to be built, and the status of any builder incentives.

Check the lot position and any water or conservation edge. Lake McLeod and retention or conservation areas sit near the community, so confirm the exact lot line, drainage, and any flood or wetland setback per address.

Compare the wider lots in the same masterplan on the Ranches at McLeod 50s page if a 50 or 60 foot lot offers a better fit, plan, or position.

The Quick Decision

Best Buy

A well-positioned 40 foot lot with a plan that fits your needs

Biggest Risk

Underwriting the HOA dues alone and missing the CDD assessment

Best Lot

A 40 foot lot with a good orientation and a clean drainage and flood read

Smart Timing

Confirm the HOA, the CDD, and any builder incentive before you offer

Deep-Dive Intelligence

The full read, only if you want it.

The takeaway

On mobile, tap any heading below to open it. This is the home by home, lot by lot, club and renovation detail, organized so you can jump straight to what matters to you.

Community Details at a Glance

Ranches at McLeod 40s Homes For Sale

What your money buys in Ranches at McLeod 40s.

The takeaway

Three honest price bands. Condition and lot, not the square footage alone, decide where a home lands.

Here are the broad resale bands in Ranches at McLeod 40s today. The right home is the one matched to your budget and the renovation math, so seeing fitting listings early is the edge.

The Entry Plan

A smaller floor plan on a 40 foot lot, the most affordable way into the community, where plan, elevation, and lot position drive value.

Lowest entry

The Core Home

A larger three or four bedroom plan on a 40 foot lot, the heart of the narrow-lot resale market and the most common buyer fit.

Most inventory

The Top

A top 40 foot plan with a premium position such as a water or conservation edge, the narrow-lot homes that tend to hold value best.

Strongest resale

Approximate 2026 resale bands from third-party listing data and public records, not NEFAR statistics. Confirm pricing for a specific home.

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What Your Money Buys

What ~$900K buys here.

Three realistic price bands. Where a home lands comes down to condition and lot, not square footage alone.

The Entry Plan

A smaller floor plan on a 40 foot lot, the most affordable way into the community, where plan, elevation, and lot position drive value.

The Core Home

A larger three or four bedroom plan on a 40 foot lot, the heart of the narrow-lot resale market and the most common buyer fit.

The Top

A top 40 foot plan with a premium position such as a water or conservation edge, the narrow-lot homes that tend to hold value best.

Approximate 2026 resale bands from third-party listing data and public records, not NEFAR statistics. Confirm pricing for a specific home.

Operator Intelligence

Renovation & Resale Intelligence

The factors that actually move value in Ranches at McLeod 40s, condition, lot, and the renovation math, read from current listings and recent sales.

15-Second Take

Renovation math decides the deal
Golf and lake lots resell strongest
Roof and HVAC age drive the insurance quote
Interior lots are where buyers overpay

Proprietary Data

The renovation premium.

Renovated-listing inventory in Ranches at McLeod 40s is too thin right now to compute a reliable renovation premium. We read condition home by home against real comps before you offer.

Lot Value

The lot premium.

On golf, lake, and preserve frontage, the homesite is the part of your money the market gives back at resale. The house can be renovated; the lot cannot, so premium lots hold their value better than interior ones. How much more they command varies by frontage, view, and condition, which is why we read it home by home against real comparable sales rather than a single headline figure.

Operator Note

Most buyers overpay on interior lots in the back half of the community. A sharp renovation can distract you, but the weaker resale position follows the lot, not the finishes. We read the homesite before the kitchen.

Resale Strength Scorecard

How well Ranches at McLeod 40s holds value.

Our read on the factors that protect resale here, and the one to manage.

Home ageNew construction built across the 2020s

HOA and CDD carrying costAdd the CDD to the HOA, confirm per address

Flood and drainage exposureVerify zone, elevation, and setback per lot

Location and accessNear U.S. 17, Winter Haven, and Legoland

Resale comparablesThin while the community fills in

Momentum analysis based on the no-CDD structure, central location, built-out lot scarcity, the funded club plan, and the all-resale 1990s housing stock. Not a guarantee of future value.

Operator Note

The strongest value pocket is usually a renovated golf or lake home priced just under the next tier up. Buyers chasing the single biggest estate often pay estate prices for what is really a renovation project.

5 Mistakes Buyers Make in Ranches at McLeod 40s

15-Second Take

Calling the listing agent (who works for the seller)
Misjudging the renovation budget
Overpaying for an interior lot
Ignoring the optional club cost
Skipping the roof, HVAC, and systems check

In an all-resale, seven-figure, renovation-driven market, the same five mistakes cost buyers the most. Every one is avoidable with the right preparation before you tour.

Calling the listing agent

The agent on the sign works for the seller. In a market where condition swings price by hundreds of thousands, negotiating against that agent with no one in your corner is the costliest move of all.

Misjudging the renovation math

A dated home looks like a deal until you price the roof, HVAC, pool, and full modernization honestly. Underbudget the reno and the bargain becomes the expensive house.

Overpaying for an interior lot

Golf frontage, lakefront, and preserve lots carry real, durable premiums. Pay an estate price for an interior lot and you are buying the weakest version of the value.

Ignoring the club decision

The club is optional and separate, so two similar homes can cost very differently to own. Buyers who do not price the membership they will actually use misread their real monthly number.

Skipping the systems check

A 1990s home means 1990s-era systems unless updated. Roof age, HVAC age, pool equipment, and prior renovations drive both price and insurability, and a thorough inspection matters more here than in a new build.

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The 40s is the narrow-lot segment of one Lennar masterplan, not a separate neighborhood. The deal is won or lost on the lot, the plan, and the HOA plus CDD math.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Momentum Intelligence

Momentum Buy Score.

Our proprietary 0 to 10 read across the five factors that decide how a home here buys, holds, and resells.

7.1B · Buy Score

Resale Strength6.6/10

Renovation Risk3.0/10

Location Efficiency7.0/10

Long-Term Defensibility6.8/10

Carrying Cost Advantage5.8/10

Momentum Intelligence Scores are our proprietary, qualitative assessment based on the analysis on this page, on a 0 to 10 scale. They are a framework for comparing communities, not a guarantee of future value or advice on a specific home.

Momentum Housing Intelligence

Why our read on Ranches at McLeod 40s is different.

Most pages on this community are an automated estimate wrapped in stock copy. This one is built from the live Stellar MLS feed, fourteen years of closed sales, and a renovation-by-renovation read of what actually moves value here, lot by lot. No Zestimate, no guesswork.

Live Stellar MLS feed14 years of closed salesRenovation-premium analysisLot-by-lot, no automated estimates

Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty. A housing economist with a background in real estate investment banking at Deutsche Bank and consulting at Ernst & Young, who has built and analyzed Northeast Florida real estate from the ground up.

About the analyst · Our methodology

Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

Proprietary Data · Lot Value Map

Where the value actually sits. Each home is shaded by its price per square foot (a value read, not just a price) and ringed by lot type, so you can see at a glance which pockets carry a real, durable premium and where a renovation play makes sense.

Value ($/sqft)

$261 value$401 premium

Lake / waterPreserveInterior

Fill = price per square foot; ring = lot type, inferred from listing descriptions. Sold homes are shown by realized $/sqft (lot type not always recorded). Asking and recent-sold figures from Stellar MLS; for orientation, not an appraisal.

15-Second Take

Lot position and plan set most of your value in the 40s
A premium edge such as water or conservation lifts a 40 foot lot
Confirm the FEMA flood zone and drainage per lot
Read the builder warranty before the finishes
Add the HOA and CDD together for the real carrying cost

In a new masterplan sold at several lot widths, the part of your money the market protects is the lot and its position plus the floor plan and elevation you choose. Within the 40 foot product, better orientations and premium edges such as water or conservation tend to hold value better than the narrowest interior lots once the community is built out. The finishes can be upgraded; the lot, the width, and the drainage or flood picture cannot. Read the flood zone, the lot line, the builder warranty, and the combined HOA plus CDD cost first, then price the plan and condition against them.

The 15-Second Verdict

Ranches at McLeod 40s in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want the most affordable new home with a warranty in a growing Polk County town.

Biggest advantageThe lowest entry price in this masterplan with an amenity package and new construction.

Biggest riskUnderwriting the HOA alone and missing the CDD assessment on the carrying cost.

Sweet spotA well-positioned 40 foot lot with a plan that fits and a clean flood read.

Avoid ifYou want a wider lot, an established resale neighborhood, or a no-HOA, no-CDD home.

HOA Dues, the CDD & What to Underwrite

15-Second Take

Add the HOA dues and the CDD assessment together
Confirm the CDD amount and remaining bond term per address
Check what the HOA fee actually covers today
Ask about any transfer, capital, or amenity fees
Read the builder warranty alongside the dues math

This is an HOA community that is also a Community Development District, so two charges apply: a recurring HOA fee for community operations and amenities, and a separate CDD assessment that funds the district infrastructure and is commonly collected on the annual property tax bill. The honest carrying cost is both together, not the dues line by itself. Confirm the current HOA fee, the CDD assessment amount and remaining term, and any transfer or capital fees from the HOA documents and the tax record for the exact address.

The HOA fee generally funds the shared amenities and common-area upkeep, which here include a community pool, a clubhouse, a fitness room, sports courts, a dog park, and a playground, with a dock and roving patrol cited in some materials. The CDD assessment is separate and pays for community infrastructure and bonds, not day-to-day amenity operations. Verify exactly what the HOA covers, the current amenity list, and the CDD amount and payoff status per address.

Run Your Numbers

Tools for a Ranches at McLeod 40s 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 Ranches at McLeod 40s.Save Our HomesProject your homestead tax cap over time.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and view, not the Zestimate. The right number comes from closed comps matched to your renovation level and lot.

Selling in Ranches at McLeod 40s

Price to the lot, the plan, and the carrying cost, not a masterplan average.

Selling in the 40s means pricing to your specific floor plan and lot position against the live new and resale supply, not a community-wide estimate. The plan, the elevation, the lot, and the all-in HOA plus CDD cost are what set your number while the community is still filling in.

Momentum listings (YTD)

97.98%

Sold-to-list ratio across our market for our agents, sellers keeping more of their price.

Market average (YTD)

96.73%

The broader metro average sold-to-list ratio over the same period.

Momentum days on market

64 days

Median days on market for our listings, faster sales mean less carrying cost and stronger leverage.

Market days on market

72 days

The broader metro median over the same period.

Sold-to-list and days-on-market figures reflect Momentum Realty listings versus our market average, year to date. Your home's result depends on pricing, condition, lot, view, and preparation.

In Ranches at McLeod 40s, condition and view decide your number

Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Ranches at McLeod 50s, a home priced to the community average instead of its true condition and view either leaves money on the table or sits. A renovated kitchen, newer roof and HVAC, and a golf or lake view all deserve to show up in your price, and a buyer pool reading renovation math needs to be shown why your home is worth it. We build that case with real comps and a pricing strategy for the current market.

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Real comps, not a Zestimate.

Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

Median sale prices in Ranches at McLeod year by year since 2012, from closed MLS sales. A long track record beats a single estimate, showing what this community has really done through rate cycles rather than what a model predicts.

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.

$1,609/mo

Polk County typical true cost to own

$110/mo

Polk County typical home insurance

No CDD

No community development district bond

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.

Ranches at McLeod Market Scorecard

Strong seller's market

Ranches at McLeod is currently a strong seller's market. About 1.8 months of supply, a median asking price of $1,019,500, and homes go under contract in about 58 days.

1.8

Months supply

$1,019,500

Median list

$847,500

Median sold

$313

Per sqft

Days on mkt

6/8/41

Active/Pend/Sold

Typical home value in the 32224 ZIP is $456,759, about 13.7% above the Florida norm (Zillow Home Value Index).

Go deeper: ZIP market scorecard · county scorecard · true cost calculator · affordability calculator.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Ranches at McLeod 40s?

It is the 40 foot lot-width segment of Ranches at McLeod, a Lennar masterplan off Rover Road in Eagle Lake, in Polk County, FL, ZIP 33839, in the Winter Haven area of central Florida. The builder markets the masterplan as Ranches at Lake McLeod.

Is the 40s a different community from the 50s and 60s?

No. Ranches at McLeod 40s, 50s, and 60s are lot-width product segments of the same single masterplan, not separate neighborhoods. The number refers to the approximate lot width in feet for that collection, with the 40s being the narrowest.

Who is the builder?

Lennar built the community across the 2020s in several home collections. Confirm the exact builder, plan, and warranty status for any specific home, since collections and availability change over time.

What home types are in the 40s?

Listing and builder guides describe single-family homes in the 40 foot product roughly across three to five bedrooms and sizes from the low 1,400s to the mid 2,400s square feet, depending on the collection. Confirm the exact size, bedroom count, lot width, and elevation per home.

Does the community have an HOA?

Yes. The community has a homeowners association with a recurring fee for amenities and common areas. Confirm the current dues and any transfer or capital fees from the HOA documents for the exact address.

Is there a CDD?

Yes. The community is a Community Development District, so a separate CDD assessment applies in addition to the HOA dues and is commonly collected on the annual property tax bill. Confirm the amount and remaining bond term per address.

What amenities does the community have?

Materials cite a community pool, a clubhouse, a fitness room, sports courts such as tennis, pickleball, basketball, and volleyball, a dog park, and a playground, with a dock and roving patrol mentioned in some listings. Confirm the current amenity list and any access rules with the HOA.

Is the community on or near a lake?

The builder name references Lake McLeod, and the community sits near water and conservation areas in Eagle Lake. Lake access and views vary by lot, so confirm whether a specific home has lake frontage, a view, or a conservation edge, and check any setback or flood line.

Do I need flood insurance here?

It depends on the exact lot, since retention, conservation, and water features sit near the community. Always check the FEMA flood zone, the lot elevation, and any drainage or wetland setback for the specific address, and get an insurance quote before you buy.

What schools serve the community?

It is part of Polk County Public Schools, with assignment by address that can change. Eagle Lake Elementary and Lake Region High School serve the Eagle Lake area, with middle assignment commonly to a Winter Haven area school, but confirm the exact zoned elementary, middle, and high schools by address.

What is nearby?

Eagle Lake sits in the Winter Haven area of Polk County, with U.S. 17 close for north and south travel, downtown Winter Haven, the Chain of Lakes, and the Legoland Florida resort within an easy drive. Confirm real drive times for your routine.

Why choose the 40s over the wider lots?

The 40 foot product is the most affordable lot width in the masterplan, so it is the value way in. The trade is a narrower lot, so buyers who want more side yard or a wider plan should compare the 50 and 60 foot segments before deciding.

Is the 40s a good investment?

New construction, a builder warranty, and a growing Polk County location support demand, but this is a new masterplan, so the lot, the plan, and the combined HOA plus CDD cost drive the outcome, and early resale comparables are thin. This is not a guarantee of future value; read the documents and the math.

How do I verify the real carrying cost?

Ask for the HOA fee and inclusions in writing, pull the CDD assessment and remaining term from the property tax record, and confirm the builder warranty and any incentive, then add the HOA and CDD together to underwrite the true monthly and annual cost.

Who is the best real estate agent for Ranches at McLeod?

The best agent for Ranches at McLeod is one who actively works Eagle Lake and knows the community's pricing, HOA and CDD details, 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 Ranches at McLeod.

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The Verdict

Should you buy in Ranches at McLeod 40s?

An honest fit check. We will tell you when it is not your community.

Buyers who want the most affordable new home with a builder warranty hereExcellent fit

Buyers comfortable with a narrower 40 foot lot for a lower entry priceExcellent fit

Commuters who want a value base near Winter Haven and U.S. 17Excellent fit

Buyers who will underwrite the HOA plus CDD carrying cost honestlyExcellent fit

Buyers who want shared amenities and a low-maintenance new homeExcellent fit

Buyers who want an established resale neighborhood with deep compsProbably not

Anyone unwilling to add the CDD assessment to the HOA duesProbably not

Buyers who want a wider lot or a large private acreage parcelProbably not

Buyers who want a no-HOA, no-CDD ownership profileProbably not

Buyers unwilling to verify the flood zone and drainage per lotProbably not

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Ranches at McLeod median home price history from 2012 to 2026, chart by Momentum Realty — Median sale price in Ranches at McLeod, Florida by year (2012 to 2026). Source: Momentum Realty.

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Schools

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Recent Developments in Ranches at McLeod

Ongoing Lennar buildout across the collections

HOA plus CDD carrying cost

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Thin early resale comparables

Lake McLeod and conservation edges nearby

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