Tigerwood,
Lake Wales

Rural acreage community · Polk County · ZIP 33898

A rural acreage community off Tiger Lake Road in east Lake Wales, the country read near Lake Rosalie and Tiger Lake.

Multi-acre homesitesLake Rosalie and Tiger LakeRural east Polk County

Live Market Pulse

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Momentum

Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)

This is a rural acreage community, not a platted amenity subdivision, so the honest read is the parcel itself, the well and septic, the road and access, and the flood and wetland picture, not a townwide average. Confirm acreage, utilities, and zoning per parcel.

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Jon's Current Read

"Tigerwood is a rural acreage community in east Lake Wales, off Tiger Lake Road and Rosalie Lake Road, where the read is a land read more than a subdivision read. The value drivers are the parcel size and usable acreage, the well and septic, the road access and frontage, and the flood and wetland context near Lake Rosalie and Tiger Lake, not a neighborhood average. Homesites here run to several acres and hold a mix of newer block homes and manufactured homes, so the condition, age, and construction of any specific home vary widely and have to be read parcel by parcel. The setting is the draw and the caveat: this is a quiet, rural part of the Kissimmee Chain of Lakes near Lake Kissimmee State Park, so confirm the drive to town, the utility situation, and whether any parcel touches wetlands or a flood zone. Your leverage is reading the acreage, the utilities, and the flood and access picture honestly before you fall for the country setting."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Tigerwood is a rural acreage community in east Lake Wales, Polk County, off Tiger Lake Road and Rosalie Lake Road near Lake Rosalie and Tiger Lake (Stellar MLS listing records and Lake Wales real estate guides, 2026). It sits in the ZIP 33898 area east of State Road 60, within the broader Kissimmee Chain of Lakes region rather than in a platted amenity subdivision.

Homesites here are multi-acre parcels, with listings citing properties on three or more acres, and the housing is a mix of single-family block and stucco homes and manufactured homes. One representative listing on Rosalie Lake Road describes a 2017 concrete block home of roughly three bedrooms on about three gated acres, while other parcels are described as manufactured-home lots; confirm the exact acreage, home type, age, and construction for any specific parcel.

Because this is rural acreage rather than a subdivision with shared infrastructure, the money is made or lost on the parcel and its utilities, not on a community average. The drivers are the usable acreage, the well and septic, the road access and frontage, and the flood and wetland context, all of which have to be read parcel by parcel from the listing, the survey, and the county records.

The pitch is quiet country living near water and recreation: Lake Rosalie and Tiger Lake are close, Lake Kissimmee State Park is nearby, and the area is known for bass fishing on the Kissimmee Chain of Lakes, with State Road 60 the route back toward shopping and services in Lake Wales. The work is the diligence: confirm the acreage, the utilities, the zoning, and the flood and access picture before you buy the setting.

Quick Match

Who Tigerwood is best for.

Best for

Buyers who want multi-acre rural land near Lake Rosalie and Tiger Lake
Owners who want country space and distance from town traffic
Buyers comfortable with well, septic, and rural road access
Buyers who will read the parcel survey, utilities, and flood context

Probably not for

Buyers who want an amenity subdivision with sidewalks and a clubhouse
Anyone unwilling to verify acreage, utilities, and zoning per parcel
Buyers who want a short walk to shops, dining, and services
Buyers uncomfortable with rural utilities or possible wetland and flood exposure

Market Pulse

How Tigerwood 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 30, 2026. Refreshed twice daily. Months of supply, days on market, and the contract-to-listing ratio are computed from current Tigerwood 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 Indian Lake Estates or Lake Wales. 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 Tigerwood buys, holds, and resells. See the five factors.

Interactive Map

Tigerwood 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.

Nearby & Commute

How far is everything?

The takeaway

Tigerwood trades walkability for rural acreage near the lakes, with Lake Rosalie, Tiger Lake, and Lake Kissimmee State Park close and town services a drive via State Road 60.

Drive times from the community. They are approximate and vary with traffic, the route, and your exact parcel.

Lake Rosalie~5 min · fishing and boating

Tiger Lake~5 min · on the chain

Lake Kissimmee State Park~10 to 15 min · recreation

State Road 60~5 to 10 min · main route to town

Downtown Lake Wales~20 to 30 min · shopping and dining

Winter Haven~35 to 45 min · to the north

Lakeland~50 to 60 min · regional services

Distances and times are approximate and vary with the parcel and the road. 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

Tigerwood (no CDD)$0/yr

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

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

The takeaway

What is actually shaping value at Tigerwood: the draw of the Kissimmee Chain of Lakes and Lake Kissimmee State Park, the rural acreage and water-recreation appeal, and the well, septic, flood, and access realities of country land in east Polk County. Each item is sourced.

Recent Developments in Tigerwood

Development Intelligence

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

Net OutlookBullishProximity to Lake Rosalie, Tiger Lake, and the Kissimmee Chain of Lakes supports rural demand, with the watch items being the well, septic, flood, and wetland picture per parcel and the drive distance to town services.

Kissimmee Chain of Lakes recreation draw

Ongoing

BullishNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: Area

Proximity to Lake Rosalie, Tiger Lake, and the Kissimmee Chain of Lakes, known for bass fishing, supports demand from buyers who want water and recreation.

Lake Kissimmee State Park proximity

Ongoing

BullishMinor impact

SignificanceRadius: Area

Nearby Lake Kissimmee State Park, off State Road 60 east of Lake Wales, adds protected open space and recreation that supports the rural appeal.

Well, septic, and rural utility reality

Ongoing

NeutralMajor impact

SignificanceRadius: Community

Parcels rely on private well and septic rather than municipal service, so utility condition and cost are core diligence on every parcel.

Flood and wetland exposure near the lakes

Ongoing

NeutralNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: Community

With Lake Rosalie and Tiger Lake close, the FEMA flood zone, elevation, and wetland lines have to be confirmed per parcel.

Rural distance to town services

Ongoing

NeutralNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: Area

Shopping, dining, and services are a drive via State Road 60, so commute and errand distance are part of the rural trade-off.

Multi-acre parcels and mixed housing

Ongoing

BullishMinor impact

SignificanceRadius: Community

Multi-acre homesites with a mix of block homes and manufactured homes give buyers space and privacy that platted subdivisions rarely offer.

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 Tigerwood, 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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January 2026
Recreation
Lake Kissimmee State Park anchors recreation near Tigerwood
Lake Kissimmee State Park, located off State Road 60 about 15 miles east of Lake Wales on the shores of lakes Kissimmee, Tiger, and Rosalie, offers fishing, boating, hiking, and wildlife viewing in the area around Tigerwood. Why it matters: Protected open space and recreation on the same lakes support the rural appeal of the area, though the flood and wetland picture still has to be read per parcel. Source
January 2026
Recreation
Kissimmee Chain of Lakes area highlighted for fishing and habitat
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission describes the Kissimmee Chain of Lakes Area as a large public recreation and habitat resource in Polk and Osceola counties, with lakes Rosalie and Tiger flowing toward Lake Kissimmee. Why it matters: Sustained public investment and fishing reputation on the Kissimmee Chain support demand from recreation buyers in the rural area around Tigerwood. 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 Tigerwood buying strategy.

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

Confirm the acreage and usable land first. In a rural community the parcel is the asset, so verify the total acres, the survey, and how much is high, dry, and buildable versus wetland.

Check the well, septic, and utilities. Rural parcels here rely on private well and septic, so confirm the systems, their condition, and the availability of power and any other services per parcel.

Read the FEMA flood zone and wetland context. With Lake Rosalie and Tiger Lake close, confirm the flood zone, the elevation, and any wetland lines for the specific parcel.

Verify the road access and frontage. Confirm whether access is by a paved or graded road, the road maintenance situation, and the parcel frontage and easements.

Cross-shop other rural Polk acreage, such as Indian Lake Estates, if lake access and platted lots outrank raw acreage.

The Quick Decision

Best Buy

A high, dry, mostly usable multi-acre parcel with a sound home and clean utilities

Biggest Risk

Wetlands, flood exposure, and well, septic, or road access surprises

Best Lot

More usable acreage with good road frontage and a documented flood read

Smart Timing

Confirm acreage, utilities, and the flood and access picture 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

Tigerwood is a rural acreage community rather than an amenity subdivision, so the lifestyle is country living on multi-acre homesites near water and recreation. There are typically no shared amenities; the draw is space, privacy, and proximity to Lake Rosalie, Tiger Lake, and Lake Kissimmee State Park within the Kissimmee Chain of Lakes, which is known for bass fishing. Utilities, road access, and any deed restrictions vary by parcel, so confirm the well, septic, road maintenance, and what each parcel includes before you buy.

Tigerwood Homes For Sale

What your money buys in Tigerwood.

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 Tigerwood 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 Parcel

A smaller acreage parcel or an older or manufactured home, the affordable way into the area, where land and utilities drive value.

Lowest entry

The Core Acreage

A multi-acre parcel with a sound single-family home and clean well and septic, the heart of the rural resale market.

Most inventory

The Top

A larger, high and dry acreage parcel with a newer block home, good road frontage, and the best lake proximity, the land that holds 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 Parcel

A smaller acreage parcel or an older or manufactured home, the affordable way into the area, where land and utilities drive value.

The Core Acreage

A multi-acre parcel with a sound single-family home and clean well and septic, the heart of the rural resale market.

The Top

A larger, high and dry acreage parcel with a newer block home, good road frontage, and the best lake proximity, the land that holds 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 Tigerwood, condition, lot, and the renovation math, read from current listings and recent sales.

15-Second Take

Renovation math decides the deal
Better lots and views 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 Tigerwood 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 a preferred homesite (water, preserve, corner, or a larger lot), 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 Tigerwood holds value.

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

Parcel acreageMulti-acre homesites, confirm usable land

Well, septic, and utilitiesPrivate systems, verify condition per parcel

Flood and wetland exposureNear lakes, verify zone and lines per parcel

Road access and frontageRural roads, confirm access and maintenance

Home age and constructionMix of newer block and manufactured homes

Momentum analysis based on the community's structure, location, lot scarcity, and housing stock. Not a guarantee of future value.

Operator Note

The strongest value pocket is usually a renovated home on a good lot priced just under the next tier up. Buyers chasing the single biggest house often pay top prices for what is really a renovation project.

5 Mistakes Buyers Make in Tigerwood

15-Second Take

Calling the listing agent (who works for the seller)
Misjudging the renovation budget
Overpaying for an interior lot
Underbudgeting the carrying costs
Skipping the roof, HVAC, and systems check

The same five mistakes cost buyers the most in any market. 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

A premium homesite (water, preserve, or a preferred position) carries a real, durable premium. Pay a top price for an interior lot and you are buying the weakest version of the value.

Underbudgeting the carrying costs

Two similar homes can cost very differently to own once the HOA, any CDD, insurance, and upkeep are priced in. Buyers who do not run the full monthly carrying cost misread the real number.

Skipping the systems check

An older home means older 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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Tigerwood is rural acreage, not a platted subdivision. The deal is won or lost on the parcel, the utilities, the access, and the flood and wetland picture.

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 Strength6.8/10

Renovation Risk5.0/10

Location Efficiency6.4/10

Long-Term Defensibility7.1/10

Carrying Cost Advantage7.8/10

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 Tigerwood 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

On rural land the parcel is the asset, acreage and usable land set value
High, dry, usable acreage holds value best
Confirm the FEMA flood zone and wetland lines per parcel
Verify the well, septic, and road access before the finishes
Check the survey and frontage for the exact parcel

On rural acreage, the part of your money the market protects is the parcel itself, the usable, high and dry land, the road access, and the utilities behind it. Larger, mostly usable parcels with good road frontage and a documented flood read hold value better than parcels carrying wetlands or access questions. The home can be updated or replaced; the acreage, the access, and the flood and wetland picture cannot. Read the survey, the flood zone, the wetland lines, and the well and septic first, then price the home against them.

The 15-Second Verdict

Tigerwood in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want multi-acre rural land near Lake Rosalie and Tiger Lake.

Biggest advantageQuiet country acreage near the Kissimmee Chain of Lakes and a state park.

Biggest riskWetlands, flood exposure, and well, septic, or access surprises per parcel.

Sweet spotA high, dry, usable multi-acre parcel with a sound home and clean utilities.

Avoid ifYou want an amenity subdivision or a short walk to shops and services.

HOA, Acreage & Rural Utilities

15-Second Take

Confirm whether any HOA or deed restriction applies per parcel
Budget for private well and septic and their upkeep
Ask about any road maintenance agreement and cost
Verify acreage and usable land from the survey
Check the flood zone and wetland lines per parcel

Rural acreage communities like this often have little or no HOA and few shared services, so the real costs are the parcel, the well and septic, and road maintenance rather than monthly dues. Confirm whether any HOA, deed restriction, or road maintenance agreement applies to the specific parcel, and what it requires.

Where there is no association, owners carry their own well, septic, and maintenance, and there are typically no shared amenities. Any costs are usually tied to the parcel and its utilities rather than a community fee. Verify whether any HOA, road agreement, or deed restriction exists and exactly what each owner is responsible for.

Run Your Numbers

Tools for a Tigerwood 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 Tigerwood.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 Tigerwood

Price to the parcel, the acreage, and the utilities, not a community average.

Selling here means pricing to the specific parcel and what is on it, not a community-wide estimate. The usable acreage, the home age and construction, the well and septic, and the road access and flood context are what set your number on rural land.

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 Tigerwood, condition and view decide your number

Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Indian Lake 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 Tigerwood home worth?

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Real comps, not a Zestimate.

Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

Median sale prices in Tigerwood 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.

Tigerwood Market Scorecard

Strong seller's market

Tigerwood 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 Tigerwood?

It is a rural acreage community in east Lake Wales, Polk County, ZIP 33898, off Tiger Lake Road and Rosalie Lake Road near Lake Rosalie and Tiger Lake, east of State Road 60.

What kind of community is Tigerwood?

It is a rural acreage community of multi-acre homesites rather than a platted amenity subdivision, with a mix of single-family block homes and manufactured homes (Stellar MLS listing records and Lake Wales real estate guides, 2026).

How big are the parcels?

Listings describe multi-acre parcels, with some properties on three or more acres. Confirm the exact acreage and usable land from the survey for any specific parcel.

What types of homes are there?

The housing is a mix of single-family block and stucco homes, some relatively new, and manufactured homes. Confirm the exact home type, age, and construction for any specific parcel.

Does Tigerwood have an HOA?

Rural acreage communities like this often have little or no HOA. Confirm whether any HOA, deed restriction, or road maintenance agreement applies to the specific parcel and what it requires.

What utilities serve the parcels?

Parcels here generally rely on private well and septic rather than municipal water and sewer. Confirm the well, the septic, and the availability of power and other services for the exact parcel.

Should I worry about flooding or wetlands?

With Lake Rosalie and Tiger Lake close, flood and wetland exposure can be real on some parcels. Always check the FEMA flood zone, the elevation, and any wetland lines, and confirm what is buildable per parcel.

How is the road access?

Access is by Tiger Lake Road and Rosalie Lake Road and connecting rural roads. Confirm whether a specific parcel fronts a paved or graded road, the maintenance situation, and any easements.

What is nearby for recreation?

Lake Rosalie and Tiger Lake are close, Lake Kissimmee State Park is nearby, and the Kissimmee Chain of Lakes is known for bass fishing. Confirm real access points and drive times for your routine.

How far is town?

State Road 60 is the main route back toward shopping, dining, and services in Lake Wales, a drive rather than a walk. Confirm your real drive time at your real departure time.

What schools serve Tigerwood?

It is part of Polk County Public Schools, with assignment by address that can change. Confirm the exact zoned elementary, middle, and high schools for the specific parcel, and note that choice options may apply.

Is Tigerwood a good investment?

Rural acreage near water and recreation supports demand from country buyers, but this is land, so the acreage, the utilities, and the flood and access picture drive the outcome. This is not a guarantee of future value; read the survey and the records.

How does it compare to other rural Polk communities?

Communities such as Indian Lake Estates offer platted lots and lake access at varying pricing, while Tigerwood is raw multi-acre country land. Which is the better buy depends on your budget, your use, and your tolerance for rural utilities.

What should I verify before buying?

Confirm the acreage and usable land, the well and septic, the road access and frontage, the FEMA flood zone and wetland lines, and any HOA or deed restriction for the exact parcel before you offer.

Who is the best real estate agent for Tigerwood?

The best agent for Tigerwood is one who actively works Lake Wales 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 Tigerwood.

How do I find a top Lake Wales real estate agent who knows Tigerwood?

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 Tigerwood and the wider Lake Wales area.

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The Verdict

Should you buy in Tigerwood?

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

Buyers who want multi-acre rural land near Lake Rosalie and Tiger LakeExcellent fit

Owners who want country space and distance from town trafficExcellent fit

Buyers comfortable with well, septic, and rural road accessExcellent fit

Buyers who will read the parcel survey, utilities, and flood contextExcellent fit

Buyers who want proximity to the Kissimmee Chain of Lakes and a state parkExcellent fit

Buyers who want an amenity subdivision with sidewalks and a clubhouseProbably not

Anyone unwilling to verify acreage, utilities, and zoning per parcelProbably not

Buyers who want a short walk to shops, dining, and servicesProbably not

Buyers uncomfortable with rural utilities or wetland and flood exposureProbably not

Buyers unwilling to budget for well, septic, and road maintenanceProbably not

Get the inside read on Tigerwood

Whether you are buying a renovation project, comparing the lots and views, weighing the carrying costs, or selling your Tigerwood 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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Tigerwood median home price history from 2012 to 2026, chart by Momentum Realty — Median sale price in Tigerwood, Florida by year (2012 to 2026). Source: Momentum Realty.

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Tigerwood,Lake Wales

The 60-Second Overview

Who Tigerwood is best for.

Best for

Probably not for

How Tigerwood is performing right now

Tigerwood on the map.

How far is everything?

Nearby Communities

Schools

Polk County Public Schools (verify by address)

Confirm zoned elementary, middle, and high

Choice options may apply

Recent Developments in Tigerwood

Kissimmee Chain of Lakes recreation draw

Lake Kissimmee State Park proximity

Well, septic, and rural utility reality

Flood and wetland exposure near the lakes

Rural distance to town services

Multi-acre parcels and mixed housing

Lake Kissimmee State Park anchors recreation near Tigerwood

Kissimmee Chain of Lakes area highlighted for fishing and habitat

The Tigerwood buying strategy.

The full read, only if you want it.

What your money buys in Tigerwood.

What ~$900K buys here.

Renovation & Resale Intelligence

The renovation premium.

The lot premium.

How well Tigerwood holds value.

5 Mistakes Buyers Make in Tigerwood

Calling the listing agent

Misjudging the renovation math

Overpaying for an interior lot

Underbudgeting the carrying costs

Skipping the systems check

Momentum Buy Score.

Why our read on Tigerwood is different.

Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

Tigerwood in 15 seconds.

HOA, Acreage & Rural Utilities

Tools for a Tigerwood buy.

Price to the parcel, the acreage, and the utilities, not a community average.

In Tigerwood, condition and view decide your number

What is your Tigerwood home worth?

Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

The real cost & risk here

Tigerwood Market Scorecard

Frequently Asked Questions

Should you buy in Tigerwood?

Get the inside read on Tigerwood

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Need to sell fast in Polk County?

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

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