Southeast Terrace
Homes for Sale in Winter Haven, FL
True comps, carrying-cost math, and listings before the portals.
As of November 2026, the MLS records 17 closed sales in Southeast Terrace in Winter Haven, FL since 2007, the most recent in June 2026. Across Winter Haven as a whole, 1,657 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $279,065, 65 median days on market, with 788 homes for sale today. At that median and Polk County's FY2025-26 rate of 16.19 mills, annual property tax runs about $4,520 ($3,840 with the full homestead exemption).
Southeast Terrace is an established pocket of about 50 homes in southeast Winter Haven, built between 1960 and 2001 with a median vintage around 1963. At that age, price here is driven less by the address than by what's happened inside the walls: a renovated kitchen, updated systems, and a reworked floor plan will separate two otherwise similar houses by a wide margin. The median living area runs a generous 2,509 square feet, so there's real room to work with - but square footage alone won't carry a dated home.
With zero active listings in the current snapshot and only a thin recent closing window, this is a quiet, supply-starved market. For a seller, that scarcity is leverage - the right prepared home faces little direct competition. For a buyer, it means patience and readiness: when something surfaces, you move, and you underwrite condition carefully rather than anchoring to the median.
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 Southeast Terrace 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
This is a small, mature enclave of mostly larger homes on the southeast side of Winter Haven, where the spread in value comes from updates and upkeep rather than from new construction. A homestead share of 56% points to a core of owner-occupants rather than a churn of rentals.
Stellar MLS sales records identify 32 homes in SOUTHEAST TERRACE that have changed hands since 2004, built between 1960 and 2001 (median 1963), with a median living area of about 1,856 sq ft and a typical 3-bedroom, 2-bath layout; 100% are single-family homes. Source: Stellar MLS closed-sale history compiled by Momentum Research; counts reflect homes with a recorded MLS sale, not every home in the community.
Pre-construction details are compiled from public records, builder announcements and builder listings, and are subject to change without notice; figures are deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Momentum Research figures are our own analysis. This page describes homes, pricing and community attributes, not residents.
Who Southeast Terrace is best for.
Best for
- Buying for space - larger floor plans around the 2,509-square-foot median
- Buyers comfortable renovating or maintaining a mid-century home and valuing its bones
- Buying to hold in a quiet, predominantly owner-occupied pocket of southeast Winter Haven
Probably not for
- Needing to move on a tight timeline, where zero active listings makes waiting unavoidable
- Wanting new construction or move-in-ready finishes with no renovation appetite
- Looking for community amenities such as a pool, gate, or clubhouse - none are identified here
The market around Southeast Terrace
Southeast Terrace is a small community — 17 recorded sales on file, most recently in 2025 — too few for its own price trend. Here is the market around it.
In ZIP 33880, 201 homes are on the market and 28% are under contract — a steady corner of Winter Haven.
Across Polk County, 5,189 homes are active and 1,757 pending (25% under contract).
Homes here are single family residence.
In ZIP 33880 (Winter Haven), 178 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $288K ($164/sq ft), down 2.1% year over year, with a median 85 days on market. Right now 1 active listings. See the live ZIP 33880 housing market and the Polk County market.
ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Southeast Terrace specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.
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 Southeast Terrace 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 Southeast Terrace address.
Recent Developments in Southeast Terrace
Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Southeast Terrace, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated October 2026.
- October 2026Parks & Amenities
Polk County and State Preserve About 375 Acres of Working Ranch Land in Alturas
Polk County and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services closed a $3,005,000 conservation easement on a cattle ranch with shoreline on the north side of Gator Lake in Alturas. The county paid $750,000 and the state's Rural and Family Lands Protection Program covered the rest. The easement bars development while ranching continues.
What it may mean for the marketThe easement keeps roughly 375 acres near Alturas undeveloped, limiting future residential supply on that parcel while preserving open space and lake frontage. The project is about 11 miles south of Southeast Terrace, elsewhere in Polk County.
Source: Polk County Government - September 2026Infrastructure
$1.2 Million Sidewalk Project Completed in Northwest Lake Wales
Lake Wales finished a $1.2 million sidewalk phase covering Orange Avenue, Wetmore Street, Sessoms Avenue, Seminole Avenue, Seaboard Avenue, Dorsett Avenue, B Street and C Street, rehabilitating existing walks and adding new ones. A state grant paid for the work, and an earlier phase finished in 2025. Landscaping and street trees remain scheduled in some areas.
What it may mean for the marketNew sidewalks improve walking access to nearby streets and amenities in northwest Lake Wales. The project is about 10 miles southeast of Southeast Terrace, elsewhere in Polk County.
Source: DailyRidge - July 2026Development
Haines City Data Center Proposal on Hold Over Water Capacity
Texas based Cielo Digital Infrastructure has proposed a data center on Marion Road and State Road 544 East in Haines City, requesting 150,000 gallons of potable water per day. City officials say the project remains preliminary, is awaiting additional water allocation from the Southwest Florida Water Management District, and has not yet come before the commission for approval.
What it may mean for the marketA proposed data center signals commercial and industrial interest in the Haines City area while highlighting water infrastructure limits that could shape the pace of future development. The project is about 8 miles northeast of Southeast Terrace, elsewhere in Polk County.
Source: Bay News 9 - June 2026Development
Haines City Commission Reviews Lake Eva Estates Subdivision
Haines City reviewed a preliminary plat for Lake Eva Estates, a 31 lot single family subdivision on 16.68 acres west of 10th Street South by Lake Eva. The project is zoned low density residential and includes an approved traffic study.
What it may mean for the marketA new single family subdivision adds for sale housing supply in the Lake Eva area and reflects continued residential platting activity in Haines City. The project is about 10 miles northeast of Southeast Terrace, elsewhere in Polk County.
Source: The Citrus Tea - May 2026Development
SouthState Plans $17M Office in Downtown Winter Haven
SouthState plans a $17.2 million, five story, 40,035 square foot Class A office building on vacant parcels along Central Avenue in downtown Winter Haven. The regional operations center would house about 125 employees, with construction expected to begin in July 2026 and take 12 to 16 months.
What it may mean for the marketA new downtown office building adds employment space and Class A commercial inventory to downtown Winter Haven, supporting the area's redevelopment and taxable value. The project is about 2 miles northwest of Southeast Terrace, elsewhere in Polk County.
Source: Tampa Bay Business & Wealth
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 Southeast Terrace buying strategy.
If we were buying in Southeast Terrace 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 Southeast Terrace.
An owner-occupied pocket where condition is the whole story
With homes dating back to 1960 and a median build year of 1963, Southeast Terrace rewards a buyer who reads a home for its bones and its history of maintenance. Roof age, HVAC, electrical, and plumbing all matter at this vintage, and the generous median footprint of 2,509 square feet means more house to inspect - and more house to update if the work hasn't been done. There are no community amenities identified in current MLS listings, so the value proposition is the house and the lot, not a shared pool or gated entrance.
The 56% homestead share tells you this is primarily a lived-in neighborhood, which tends to show up in curb appeal and continuity of ownership. Combined with no active listings at the snapshot date, inventory is tight. Expect to compete on preparation and timing more than on price alone, and lean on recent comparable condition rather than the single median figure when setting expectations.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Southeast Terrace. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Why work with Momentum here
In a 50-home pocket with no active listings and a thin closing window, the data you can pull online won't tell you much - the real signal is in condition, update history, and who's about to list. We track this market house by house, help sellers prepare a mid-century home to stand out when competition is scarce, and help buyers underwrite roof, systems, and renovation scope before they commit.
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| Location | Winter Haven, Polk County, FL · ZIP 33880 |
|---|---|
| Homes in the community | 50 (FL DOR 2025 assessment roll) |
| Years built | 1960–2001 (median 1963) |
| Typical living area | 2,509 sq ft (median) |
| For sale right now | 0 active, 0 pending |
| Owner-occupied (homestead) share | 56% |
| 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 2007 through 2026; housing-stock figures from Florida Department of Revenue public records. Market figures describe homes, not residents. Cite as: Momentum Realty, “Southeast Terrace key facts,” movewithmomentum.com/neighborhoods/southeast-terrace, data as of August 2, 2026.
Housing distress & ownership in SOUTHEAST TERRACE, Winter Haven
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 25, 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 2007 (17 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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