Spirit Lake Village
Homes for Sale in Winter Haven, FL
True comps, carrying-cost math, and listings before the portals.
As of November 2026, the MLS records 12 closed sales in Spirit Lake Village Ph 01 in Winter Haven, FL since 2011, the most recent in October 2025. 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).
Spirit Lake Village is a compact, built-out pocket of 49 homes in Winter Haven, constructed between 1994 and 2006 with a median build year of 1996. At a median of roughly 1,412 square feet, this is consistent single-story-scale inventory, and price here is driven far more by condition and updates than by square footage or floor plan variety. With homes this similar in age and size, the gap between a renovated listing and a dated one is where the real dollars move.
The current snapshot shows zero active listings and only one closing in the trailing window, so there is almost nothing changing hands right now. For sellers, that thin supply means a well-prepared home can stand out with little direct competition. For buyers, it means patience: you may be waiting for the right door to open rather than choosing among several. Read any single sale cautiously - one closing is a data point, not a trend.
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 Spirit Lake Village 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, fully established community where the homes are close in vintage and size, so the value story is about upkeep and updates rather than layout or lot. A homestead share near 63% points to a core of long-term owner occupancy and correspondingly limited turnover.
Stellar MLS sales records identify 21 homes in SPIRIT LAKE VILLAGE that have changed hands since 2009, built between 1994 and 2006 (median 1995), with a median living area of about 1,065 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 Spirit Lake Village is best for.
Best for
- Buying to settle into an established, low-turnover block with homes of similar scale
- Buyers who can wait for the right listing rather than choosing from several at once
- Buying a single-story-scale home around 1,400 square feet and planning to update to taste
Probably not for
- Needing to purchase on a tight, non-negotiable timeline
- Wanting community amenities like a pool, clubhouse, or gated entry
- Seeking a wide range of floor plans or square footage to choose from
The market around Spirit Lake Village
Spirit Lake Village is a small community — 19 recorded sales on file, most recently in 2020 — 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 Spirit Lake Village specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.
Schools
- Polk County Public Schools
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- Polk County Public Schools (verify by address) · Public
Zoned schools reflect the assignments reported on recent Spirit Lake Village listings and can change; always confirm with Polk County Public Schools for a specific address.
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Recent Developments in Spirit Lake Village
Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Spirit Lake Village, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated October 2026.
- September 2026Development
Winter Haven Commission Approves 13-Townhome Affordable Housing Project at 7th Street SW and Avenue N SW
Winter Haven commissioners voted unanimously on Aug. 24 to support Heart for Winter Haven's plan for about 13 transitional affordable townhomes on 0.818 acres at the southwest corner of 7th Street SW and Avenue N SW. The city will provide a $350,000 forgivable grant from its Supplemental Affordable Housing Trust Fund, with a seven-year affordability requirement. No construction dates were given.
What it may mean for the marketThe project adds a small number of affordable units near central Winter Haven, supporting local workforce housing supply. The site is about 2 miles east of Spirit Lake Village.
Source: DailyRidge - July 2026Development
Lakeland Commissioners Approve Zoning Changes for Hallam Drive and Laura Road Projects
Lakeland commissioners unanimously approved zoning changes on July 20, 2026 for two projects. One rezones 17 acres at 1212 Hallam Drive for 24 single family homes on 1.5 acre lots, and the other rezones 3.87 acres at 559 Laura Road for a proposed self storage facility.
What it may mean for the marketRezonings clear the way for new low density housing and commercial storage in Lakeland, adding to residential lot supply and local commercial infrastructure. The project is about 9 miles west of Spirit Lake Village, elsewhere in Polk County.
Source: LkldNow - 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 10 miles northeast of Spirit Lake Village, elsewhere in Polk County.
Source: Bay News 9 - June 2026Civic
Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital to Open July 8
Orlando Health will open its seven-story Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital at 4000 Lakeland Highlands Road on July 8, 2026. The facility has more than 300 inpatient beds, 11 operating rooms, and a Center for Women and Babies, and is reported to add more than 1,500 jobs.
What it may mean for the marketA new full service hospital adds major health infrastructure and a large employment anchor to south Lakeland, supporting commercial activity and property demand around the site. The project is about 11 miles west of Spirit Lake Village, elsewhere in Polk County.
Source: LkldNow - 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 3 miles east of Spirit Lake Village, elsewhere in Polk County.
Source: Tampa Bay Business & Wealth - May 2026Retail & Dining
La Pinata Mexican Restaurant Coming to Lakeland's Dixieland
La Pinata, a Mexican restaurant from four Michelin trained partners, is opening at 850 S. Tennessee Avenue in Lakeland's Dixieland neighborhood, the former Patio 850 space. Weekend pop up service is already running, with full indoor dining planned for later in summer 2026.
What it may mean for the marketA new sit down restaurant adds dining options and reinvests in a vacant storefront in Lakeland's Dixieland commercial district. The project is about 11 miles west of Spirit Lake Village, elsewhere in Polk County.
Source: Lakeland Gazette
Summaries reflect public reporting and official sources linked above as of the dates shown. Project details, timelines, and approvals can change. Commentary on potential market effects is general observation, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific property. For the freshest items across the whole region, see This Week in Northeast Florida.
The Spirit Lake Village buying strategy.
If we were buying in Spirit Lake Village 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 Spirit Lake Village.
A built-out enclave with thin turnover
With all 49 homes built in a tight 1994 - 2006 window and no amenities identified from current MLS listings, Spirit Lake Village is best understood as a quiet residential block rather than a feature-driven community. There are no dues-funded perks to price in, which keeps the value conversation squarely on the house itself: roof, systems, kitchens, and baths from the mid-1990s and early 2000s are the line items that separate one sale from the next.
Roughly 63% of homes carry a homestead exemption, which typically signals owners who stay put. Combined with zero current active listings, that translates to limited, episodic supply. When a home does come up, the pricing reference points are sparse, so a disciplined comparison - against both the lone recent closing and homes in similar condition nearby - matters more than usual.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Spirit Lake Village. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Why work with Momentum here
In a community this small with so little recent activity, generic pricing tools fall short. We work from the actual condition and the handful of relevant comparables, help sellers prepare a home that reads well against dated competition, and help buyers move decisively when the rare listing appears - because here, the window to act is short.
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| Location | Winter Haven, Polk County, FL · ZIP 33880 |
|---|---|
| Homes in the community | 49 (FL DOR 2025 assessment roll) |
| Years built | 1994–2006 (median 1996) |
| Typical living area | 1,412 sq ft (median) |
| For sale right now | 0 active, 0 pending |
| Owner-occupied (homestead) share | 63% |
| Zoned public schools | Polk County Public Schools (verify by address) |
Data as of August 2, 2026. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period 2011 through 2025; housing-stock figures from Florida Department of Revenue public records. Market figures describe homes, not residents. Cite as: Momentum Realty, “Spirit Lake Village key facts,” movewithmomentum.com/neighborhoods/spirit-lake-village, data as of August 2, 2026.
Housing distress & ownership in SPIRIT LAKE VILLAGE PH 01, 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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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.
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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.
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Data sources & freshness
| Live listings | Stellar MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: October 26, 2026) |
| Housing stock & ownership | Florida DOR assessment roll (street-list match (2 streets, ZIP 33880)) |
| 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 2011 (12 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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