Scenic Terrace
North Homes for Sale in Haines City, FL

Newer single-residential community · Polk County · ZIP 33844

A newer single-family master community in Haines City off State Road 17, the residential read for buyers weighing the CDD, the HOA, and the builder mix in Polk County.

Single-family new buildCDD communityHaines City / Polk

Live Market Pulse

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Momentum

Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)

This is a newer master community with a Community Development District, so the honest read is the CDD assessment, the HOA, the builder and floor plan, and the lot, not a townwide average. Confirm the CDD and HOA per parcel and per the latest community documents.

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Jon's Current Read

"Scenic Terrace North is a newer single-family master community in Haines City, so the read is a new-construction read: the value drivers are the CDD assessment on the tax bill, the HOA dues, which builder and floor plan you buy, and the specific lot, not a settled neighborhood average. The community sits inside a Community Development District established in 2021 under Haines City ordinance, which means a non ad valorem assessment funds the roads, drainage, and amenities and shows up on the annual tax bill, so the all-in carrying cost is higher than the HOA line alone suggests. Multiple national builders have delivered here, so floor plans, included features, and warranties vary by section; cross-shop the same square footage across builders before you commit. Because the area is still building out, early resale competes with new inventory and builder incentives, so the lot, the floor plan, and the price discipline matter. Your leverage is reading the CDD assessment, the HOA, and the builder contract honestly before you fall for the model home."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Scenic Terrace North is a single-family master community in Haines City, Polk County, in the Scenic Terrace area near State Road 17 and the Floyd and Hughes roads corridor (GrowthSpotter, 2022). It was launched by Polk County developer Cassidy Homes, with planning documents describing roughly 472 single-family homes on close to 110 acres, built in two phases. Confirm the exact section, builder, and phase for any specific home.

The community is the Haines City half of a larger Scenic Terrace plan; a separate Scenic Terrace South was planned in nearby Lake Hamilton (GrowthSpotter, 2022). Several national builders have offered homes across the Scenic Terrace sections, including Lennar, Ryan Homes, Starlight Homes, Century Communities, and Stanley Martin, so floor plans, included features, and pricing tiers vary by builder and section. Verify which builder and plan apply to any specific address.

Because this is a newer master community inside a Community Development District, the money is shaped by the CDD assessment and the HOA, not just the sticker price. The Scenic Terrace North CDD was established in 2021 by Haines City ordinance and levies a non ad valorem assessment that funds community infrastructure and shows up on the annual property tax bill (Scenic Terrace North CDD, 2026). Read the CDD assessment, the HOA dues, and the builder contract before you buy.

The pitch is newer single-family living with community amenities and a Central Florida commute: builder and community guides cite amenities such as a pool, cabana, tot lot, dog park, and a multi-use field, with quick access to US 27, State Road 17, and I-4 toward the wider Orlando area (community builder guides, 2026). The work is the diligence: confirm the CDD assessment, the HOA, the builder warranty, and the amenity package per section before you buy.

Quick Match

Who Scenic Terrace North is best for.

Best for

Buyers who want a newer single-family home with a warranty in Haines City
Buyers who want community amenities such as a pool, tot lot, and dog park
Commuters who value access to US 27, State Road 17, and I-4
Buyers who will read the CDD assessment, the HOA, and the builder contract

Probably not for

Buyers who want an established neighborhood with no new-build competition
Anyone unwilling to verify the CDD assessment and HOA per parcel
Buyers who want a large private acreage lot rather than a master-plan lot
Buyers who want a no-assessment community outside a CDD

Market Pulse

How Scenic Terrace North is performing right now

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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 25, 2026. Refreshed twice daily. Months of supply, days on market, and the contract-to-listing ratio are computed from current Scenic Terrace North 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 Cypress Park Estates or Haines City. 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.

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Momentum intelligence

Momentum buy score

Our proprietary read on how a home in Scenic Terrace North buys, holds, and resells. See the five factors.

Interactive Map

Scenic Terrace North 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

Optional, member-owned club, separate from the POA
~$30M renovation underway, 2026 to 2028
18-hole course, clubhouse, pool, 10 clay courts
Strong value vs Ponte Vedra clubs
Budget the membership separately from the home

Scenic Terrace North is a newer single-family master community, so the lifestyle is new-construction neighborhood living with shared amenities. Community and builder guides describe amenities such as a pool, cabana, tot lot, dog park, and a multi-use field, set in the Scenic Terrace area of Haines City near State Road 17, with US 27 and I-4 a short drive for commuting and Central Florida attractions within reach. Amenity packages, builders, and section rules vary and some may still be completing, so confirm the current amenities and what each section includes with the HOA and the builder before you buy.

Nearby & Commute

How far is everything?

The takeaway

Scenic Terrace North trades an established address for newer single-family living with amenities, with State Road 17 and US 27 close and I-4 and the wider Orlando area a manageable drive.

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

State Road 17~1 to 5 min · main corridor

US 27~5 to 10 min · north to south route

Downtown Haines City~10 min · shops and services

I-4 interchange~15 to 25 min · toward Orlando and Tampa

Legoland Florida~20 min · in Winter Haven

Posner Park shopping~15 to 25 min · retail and dining

Orlando attractions~40 to 50 min · theme parks

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

Nearby Communities

Explore more neighborhoods near Scenic TerraceNorth Homes for Sale in Haines City, FL with Momentum Realty’s local guides.

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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

Scenic Terrace North 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.

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Buying with schools in mind? We can confirm the exact zoned schools for any Scenic Terrace North address.

The takeaway

What is actually shaping value at Scenic Terrace North: the ongoing buildout and builder incentives across Haines City, the Community Development District assessment, and Polk County school and infrastructure growth in the Scenic Terrace area. Each item is sourced and linked.

Recent Developments in Scenic Terrace North

Development Intelligence

Our read on what is being built around Scenic Terrace North, scored for direction, significance, and how close the effect lands. The full sourced timeline follows below.

Net OutlookBullishNew single-family supply and amenities support demand, with the watch items being the CDD assessment on the tax bill, early resale against ongoing new inventory, and the pace of amenity and infrastructure completion.

Ongoing single-family buildout in Haines City

Ongoing

NeutralNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: Area

Continued new construction across Haines City adds supply and builder incentives, which can pressure early resale pricing in a building-out community.

Scenic Terrace North CDD assessment

2021

NeutralMajor impact

SignificanceRadius: Community

The Community Development District levies a non ad valorem assessment on the tax bill, so the assessment and any bond balance are core diligence per parcel.

Multiple builders across the Scenic Terrace sections

Ongoing

NeutralNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: Community

Several national builders deliver here, so floor plans, features, and warranties vary, making a cross-builder comparison essential before you buy.

New Scenic Terrace school facility nearby

2023

BullishNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: Area

A new Polk County school facility opened in the Scenic Terrace area in 2023, supporting the area, though zoning is by address and can change.

Central Florida commute access

Ongoing

BullishMinor impact

SignificanceRadius: Area

Access to US 27, State Road 17, and I-4 supports commuting toward the wider Orlando area and underpins the location case.

Newer single-family construction

Ongoing

BullishMinor impact

SignificanceRadius: Community

Recent construction generally helps on warranty, systems, and maintenance compared with older stock, which supports the carrying-cost picture.

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 Scenic Terrace North, 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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May 2022
Development
Cassidy Homes launches Scenic Terrace North in Haines City
GrowthSpotter reported that Polk County developer Cassidy Homes was launching Scenic Terrace North in Haines City and Scenic Terrace South in Lake Hamilton, with the Haines City portion described as roughly 472 single-family homes on close to 110 acres between Floyd and Hughes roads, built in two phases. Why it matters: A defined, named master community with hundreds of single-family homes and its own CDD supports a distinct neighborhood identity, while the multi-phase buildout means early resale competes with new inventory. Source
June 2023
Schools
Polk County celebrates the Scenic Terrace school project
Polk County Public Schools highlighted the Scenic Terrace school project in the Haines City area, a new large facility built to accommodate growing enrollment in the corridor. Why it matters: New school capacity in the Scenic Terrace area supports the corridor, though school assignment is by address and can change, so the zoned schools must be confirmed per home. 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 Scenic Terrace North buying strategy.

If we were buying in Scenic Terrace North, this is the order of operations we would run, and the one we run for our clients.

Read the CDD assessment first. The Scenic Terrace North CDD levies a non ad valorem assessment on the annual tax bill that funds roads, drainage, and amenities, so it drives the real carrying cost more than the HOA line.

Confirm the HOA dues and what they cover. Get the current HOA amount and the inclusions in writing, since the HOA and the CDD are separate line items in a community like this.

Cross-shop builders and floor plans. Multiple builders deliver here, so compare the same square footage, included features, and warranty across sections before you commit.

Pick the lot and the section. Lot size, orientation, the view, and proximity to the amenity center and traffic set value within the community, so choose the lot deliberately.

Cross-shop nearby Haines City communities, such as Cypress Park Estates, if a different builder, price tier, or assessment structure fits better.

The Quick Decision

Best Buy

A well-located lot with a strong floor plan and a fully disclosed CDD and HOA

Biggest Risk

Underbudgeting the CDD assessment, the HOA, and early resale against new inventory

Best Lot

A larger or better-oriented lot away from the busiest traffic, with the amenity center close

Smart Timing

Confirm the CDD assessment, the HOA, and the builder contract 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

Scenic Terrace North Homes For Sale

What your money buys in Scenic Terrace North.

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 Scenic Terrace North 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 Home

A smaller single-family floor plan, the accessible way into the community, where the builder, the lot, and the assessment picture drive value.

Lowest entry

The Core Plan

A mid-size single-family home with a popular floor plan and a solid lot, the heart of the community resale market.

Most inventory

The Top

A larger floor plan on a premium or better-oriented lot with upgraded finishes, the homes that hold value best in the community.

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 Home

A smaller single-family floor plan, the accessible way into the community, where the builder, the lot, and the assessment picture drive value.

The Core Plan

A mid-size single-family home with a popular floor plan and a solid lot, the heart of the community resale market.

The Top

A larger floor plan on a premium or better-oriented lot with upgraded finishes, the homes that hold value best in the community.

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 Scenic Terrace North, 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 Scenic Terrace North 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 Scenic Terrace North holds value.

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

Home ageNewer single-family construction with builder warranty

CDD and HOA carrying costCDD assessment plus HOA, verify per parcel

Resale versus new inventoryBuilding out, early resale competes with new

Location and commute accessUS 27, State Road 17, and I-4 access

Amenities and lotPool, tot lot, dog park, varies by section

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 Scenic Terrace North

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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Scenic Terrace North is a newer master community inside a CDD, not a settled neighborhood average. The deal is won or lost on the CDD assessment, the HOA, the builder and floor plan, and the lot.

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.

7.0B · Buy Score

Resale Strength6.6/10

Renovation Risk3.0/10

Location Efficiency7.0/10

Long-Term Defensibility6.6/10

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 Scenic Terrace North 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

In a master plan, the lot and the floor plan set value
Better-oriented lots away from traffic hold value best
Confirm the CDD assessment and any bond balance per parcel
Read the HOA and the builder warranty before the finishes
Weigh early resale against ongoing new inventory

In a newer master community, the part of your money the market protects is the lot, the floor plan, and the all-in assessment picture, not a community-wide average. Better-oriented lots away from the busiest traffic, with the amenity center close, hold value better than marginal lots, and a popular floor plan resells more easily. The interior can be updated; the lot, the orientation, and the CDD assessment cannot. Read the CDD assessment, the HOA, and the builder contract first, then price the lot and the plan against active new inventory.

The 15-Second Verdict

Scenic Terrace North in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want a newer single-family home with amenities in Haines City.

Biggest advantageNew construction with a warranty and community amenities at an accessible price tier.

Biggest riskThe CDD assessment, the HOA, and early resale against ongoing new inventory.

Sweet spotA well-located lot with a strong floor plan and fully disclosed assessments.

Avoid ifYou want an established neighborhood or a community with no CDD assessment.

HOA Dues, the CDD Assessment & What to Verify

15-Second Take

Read the CDD assessment on the tax bill, not just the HOA
Ask for the CDD bond balance and the annual operations portion
Confirm the current HOA dues and what they include
Add the HOA and the CDD together for the real carrying cost
Verify the assessment and dues per parcel before you offer

This is a master community with both a homeowners association and a Community Development District, so two separate line items apply. The HOA collects monthly or annual dues for common-area upkeep and amenities, while the CDD levies a non ad valorem assessment on the annual property tax bill to fund infrastructure and amenities. Confirm the current HOA dues, the CDD assessment amount, and any remaining bond balance per parcel from the latest community documents.

HOA dues in a community like this generally cover common-area landscaping, the shared amenities such as the pool and tot lot, and community management. The CDD assessment separately funds roads, drainage, and amenity infrastructure and can include both a debt portion and an operations and maintenance portion. Verify exactly what the HOA covers, what the CDD assessment funds, and the total annual obligation for the specific home.

Run Your Numbers

Tools for a Scenic Terrace North 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 Scenic Terrace North.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 Scenic Terrace North

Price to the lot, the floor plan, and the assessment picture, not a community average.

Selling here means pricing to your specific lot, builder, and floor plan against active new inventory and builder incentives, not a community-wide estimate. The lot, the plan, the condition, and the all-in CDD and HOA picture are what set your number in a community still building out.

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 Scenic Terrace North, condition and view decide your number

Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Cypress Park Estates, 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.

What is your Scenic Terrace North home worth?

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Real comps, not a Zestimate.

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.

$1,674/mo

Polk County typical true cost to own

$161/mo

Polk County typical home insurance

Has a CDD

Bond assessment on top of taxes

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.

Scenic Terrace North Market Scorecard

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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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Scenic Terrace North?

It is a single-family master community in Haines City, Polk County, ZIP 33844, in the Scenic Terrace area near State Road 17 and the Floyd and Hughes roads corridor. Confirm the exact section and address on any listing.

Is Scenic Terrace North a real, distinct community?

Yes. Scenic Terrace North is the Haines City portion of the larger Scenic Terrace plan, with a separate Scenic Terrace South planned in nearby Lake Hamilton (GrowthSpotter, 2022). It also has its own Community Development District (Scenic Terrace North CDD, 2026).

Who developed Scenic Terrace North?

It was launched by Polk County developer Cassidy Homes, with planning documents describing roughly 472 single-family homes on close to 110 acres in two phases (GrowthSpotter, 2022). Several national builders have offered homes across the Scenic Terrace sections.

Which builders build here?

Builders associated with the Scenic Terrace sections include Lennar, Ryan Homes, Starlight Homes, Century Communities, and Stanley Martin (community builder guides, 2026). Floor plans, features, and pricing vary by builder and section, so verify which builder and plan apply to a specific home.

Is there a CDD, and what does it cost?

Yes. The Scenic Terrace North Community Development District was established in 2021 by Haines City ordinance and levies a non ad valorem assessment on the annual tax bill to fund infrastructure and amenities (Scenic Terrace North CDD, 2026). Confirm the current assessment amount and any bond balance per parcel.

Is there an HOA?

Yes. A homeowners association applies for common-area upkeep and amenities, separate from the CDD assessment. Confirm the current HOA dues and inclusions from the community documents for the specific home.

What amenities does the community have?

Builder and community guides cite amenities such as a pool, cabana, tot lot, dog park, and a multi-use field (community builder guides, 2026). Amenity packages can vary by section and may still be completing, so confirm what is built and what each section includes.

What kind of homes are these?

They are newer single-family homes, generally one and two story plans. Haines City approval documents cited lot widths around 42 and 52 feet with most homes at least 1,400 square feet (GrowthSpotter, 2022). Confirm the exact size, lot, and plan for any specific home.

How is the location for commuting?

Community guides cite quick access to US 27, State Road 17, and I-4 toward the wider Orlando area, with attractions such as Legoland and Orlando theme parks within a drive (community builder guides, 2026). Confirm real drive times for your routine.

What schools serve the community?

It is part of Polk County Public Schools, with assignment by address that can change. A new Scenic Terrace school facility opened in the area in 2023 (Polk County Public Schools, 2023). Confirm the exact zoned elementary, middle, and high schools for the specific home.

Is buying new here a good investment?

A newer single-family home with a warranty and amenities supports demand, but the community is still building out, so early resale competes with new inventory and builder incentives, and the CDD assessment shapes carrying cost. This is not a guarantee of future value; read the contract and the assessment math.

How does it compare to other Haines City new communities?

Other Haines City new communities such as Cypress Park Estates offer different builders, price tiers, and assessment structures. Which is the better buy depends on your budget, floor plan, amenities, and tolerance for the CDD assessment.

What should I verify before I offer?

Confirm the CDD assessment and any bond balance, the current HOA dues, the builder and floor plan, the warranty, the lot, and the amenity package, all per the specific parcel and the latest community documents.

Is this the same as Scenic Terrace South?

No. Scenic Terrace North is the Haines City portion, while Scenic Terrace South was planned in nearby Lake Hamilton, with its own separate Community Development District. Confirm which section and city a specific address falls in.

Who is the best real estate agent for Scenic Terrace North?

The best agent for Scenic Terrace North is one who actively works Haines City 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 Scenic Terrace North.

How do I find a top Haines City real estate agent who knows Scenic Terrace North?

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 Scenic Terrace North and the wider Haines City area.

Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Scenic Terrace North?

Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Scenic Terrace North purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.

The Verdict

Should you buy in Scenic Terrace North?

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

Buyers who want a newer single-family home with a warranty in Haines CityExcellent fit

Buyers who want community amenities such as a pool, tot lot, and dog parkExcellent fit

Commuters who value access to US 27, State Road 17, and I-4Excellent fit

Buyers who will read the CDD assessment, the HOA, and the builder contractExcellent fit

Buyers who want an accessible price tier in a building-out communityExcellent fit

Buyers who want an established neighborhood with no new-build competitionProbably not

Anyone unwilling to verify the CDD assessment and HOA per parcelProbably not

Buyers who want a large private acreage lotProbably not

Buyers who want a community with no CDD assessmentProbably not

Buyers unwilling to weigh early resale against ongoing new inventoryProbably not

Get the inside read on Scenic Terrace North

Whether you are buying a renovation project, comparing the lots and views, weighing the optional club, or selling your Scenic Terrace North home, tell us what you need. Every inquiry comes straight to us. We represent you, not the seller, and what your agent is paid is negotiable and set in a written buyer agreement up front. No obligation, no spam, no high-pressure follow-up.

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A Momentum Realty Scenic Terrace North specialist will reach out personally, usually the same day.

Thinking about hiring an agent here? How to find the best real estate agent in Scenic Terrace North — what to look for, questions to ask, and your local expert.

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Scenic TerraceNorth Homes for Sale in Haines City, FL

The 60-Second Overview

Who Scenic Terrace North is best for.

Best for

Probably not for

How Scenic Terrace North is performing right now

Scenic Terrace North on the map.

The Club & Membership

How far is everything?

Nearby Communities

Schools

Polk County Public Schools (verify by address)

Confirm zoned elementary, middle, and high

Magnet and choice options may apply

Recent Developments in Scenic Terrace North

Ongoing single-family buildout in Haines City

Scenic Terrace North CDD assessment

Multiple builders across the Scenic Terrace sections

New Scenic Terrace school facility nearby

Central Florida commute access

Newer single-family construction

Cassidy Homes launches Scenic Terrace North in Haines City

Polk County celebrates the Scenic Terrace school project

The Scenic Terrace North buying strategy.

The full read, only if you want it.

What your money buys in Scenic Terrace North.

What ~$900K buys here.

Renovation & Resale Intelligence

The renovation premium.

The lot premium.

How well Scenic Terrace North holds value.

5 Mistakes Buyers Make in Scenic Terrace North

Calling the listing agent

Misjudging the renovation math

Overpaying for an interior lot

Ignoring the club decision

Skipping the systems check

Momentum Buy Score.

Why our read on Scenic Terrace North is different.

Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

Scenic Terrace North in 15 seconds.

HOA Dues, the CDD Assessment & What to Verify

Tools for a Scenic Terrace North buy.

Price to the lot, the floor plan, and the assessment picture, not a community average.

In Scenic Terrace North, condition and view decide your number

What is your Scenic Terrace North home worth?

Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

The real cost & risk here

Scenic Terrace North Market Scorecard

Frequently Asked Questions

Should you buy in Scenic Terrace North?

Get the inside read on Scenic Terrace North

You are all set.

Need to sell fast in Polk County?

You just read the data. Now see what your home is worth.

Scenic Terrace
North Homes for Sale in Haines City, FL