Lake Mattie Preserve Estates is a new-construction community by Metro Development Group in Auburndale, Polk County priced from $350K to $413K. The community features offering single-family homes. Zoned for Polk County Public Schools. Contact Barrett Henry for free buyer representation and current incentive details.
Lake Mattie Preserve Estates at a Glance
| Price Range | $350K – $413K |
| School District | Polk County Public Schools |
| Status | Now Selling |
| Home Types | Single-Family Homes |
Amenities
About Lake Mattie Preserve Estates
Lake Mattie Preserve Estates has a quiet, outdoor-oriented feel that's becoming harder to find in Polk County's faster-growing corridors. The community sits around natural water, and that shapes everything — morning walks along the trail with views of the lake, afternoons at the fishing pier, evenings at the pool when the Florida heat finally backs off. This isn't a high-density neighborhood packed wall to wall. The atmosphere skews toward families and buyers who want space, a backyard, and a reason to actually be outside. Dogs are welcome here in a real way — there's a dedicated dog park, not just a patch of grass with a sign. If you're coming from a busier suburb and want something that still feels like it breathes, this is the kind of community that delivers that without requiring you to move to the middle of nowhere. Auburndale sits in the heart of Polk County, right in the I-4 corridor between Lakeland and Winter Haven — which means you're roughly 45 to 50 minutes from downtown Tampa and about the same distance from Orlando depending on traffic. US-92 and SR-559 are your main local arteries, and I-4 gets you moving east or west quickly. Lakeland's shopping, medical facilities, and dining are 15 to 20 minutes away. Winter Haven and its chain of lakes are practically next door. For families, you're in Polk County Public Schools — one of Florida's larger districts — so researching your specific school zones based on the home's address is worth doing before you commit. This part of Polk is growing, but it hasn't hit the full build-out pace of the US-98 corridor yet, which is part of what keeps it feeling a little more settled. Metro Development Group is the builder here, and they've been active across Polk and Hillsborough counties building communities that lean into natural features — lakes, preserves, trails — rather than trying to out-amenitize every competitor. Build timelines can vary, so if you're working with a financing deadline or lease expiration, get a realistic window directly from their sales team before you fall in love with a specific lot. HOA fees weren't specified at time of listing, so ask what's covered before you compare this to other communities on monthly cost alone — pool maintenance, trail upkeep, and common areas all have to be funded somewhere. The price range landing between $349,990 and $412,990 puts this in a competitive spot for new construction in Polk County, especially with the lake and preserve setting included. Bring a REALTOR® with you on your first visit — Metro's onsite agents represent the builder, not you.
New Homes From
$350K – $413K
Barrett's Take on Lake Mattie Preserve Estates
Here's my take on Lake Mattie Preserve Estates — it's a community that makes a lot of sense if your life is centered around the I-4 corridor or you're working somewhere between Tampa and Orlando. Auburndale sits right in the heart of Polk County, and from this community you're roughly 30-35 minutes to Lakeland, about 45 minutes to downtown Tampa via I-4 to I-275, and under an hour to the Disney/Universal employment corridor. That's the real selling point here — you're getting a new single-family home with a lake, walking trails, a pool, a fishing pier, and a dog park for under $415K in a market where that same square footage would cost you significantly more if you moved it 20 miles west into Hillsborough County. The trade-off is that you're in Auburndale, not Wesley Chapel or Brandon, so if your job or your life pulls you toward Tampa Bay regularly, factor in that commute honestly before you fall in love with the price tag. Metro Development Group isn't one of the national giants like D.R. Horton or Meritage, which actually works in your favor in some ways — smaller builders tend to have a little more flexibility in conversation, especially if you're a serious buyer with financing already in hand. I wouldn't expect them to budge much on base price, but it's worth asking about closing cost contributions, lot premium reductions on harder-to-sell inventory, or upgrade credits on flooring and cabinets as the community matures and they need to move homes. Speaking of lot premiums — in a community with a lake and a fishing pier, expect the pond-facing and conservation-view lots to carry a meaningful premium, potentially $10,000-$25,000 over a standard interior lot depending on placement. If the view isn't critical to you, an interior lot is often where you get the best value per square foot. Before you sign anything, get clarity on the HOA monthly fee structure and whether there's a CDD — Polk County communities at this price point often carry CDDs that add to your effective monthly cost, and that number needs to be in your math from day one. Schools here fall under Polk County Public Schools, which is a mixed bag depending on the specific campus your address feeds into — I'd pull the exact school assignments for your lot and look at the current performance data directly rather than assuming. Polk County has some solid schools and some that are still working toward it, so it's worth five minutes of homework. Day-to-day, Auburndale is a quieter, more suburban-rural feel than what you'd get in a master-planned community in Wesley Chapel or Riverview — there's no walkable town center, no nearby Costco five minutes away, but there's also less traffic and more elbow room. If you want a peaceful neighborhood with amenities inside the gates, a reasonable commute to Central Florida employment, and a price point that doesn't require you to stretch your budget to the breaking point, Lake Mattie Preserve Estates is worth a serious look. Just go in with eyes open on the total cost picture.
Barrett Henry, REALTOR®
Broker Associate at REMAX Collective · 23+ years of real estate experience
What You'll Find at Lake Mattie Preserve Estates
Home Types Available
Detached homes with private yards, typically 3-5 bedrooms with owners suites and 2-car garages.
Community Amenities
School District
Polk County Public Schools
Verify current zoning with the district before purchase.
County
Builder
Why Buyers Choose Lake Mattie Preserve Estates
Located in Auburndale, Polk County — easy access to Tampa Bay employment centers, beaches, and everyday conveniences.
Competitively priced from $350K to $413K — strong value for new construction in Polk County.
Built by Metro Development Group — a builder with a track record Tampa Bay buyers can evaluate before signing.
Community amenities include Lake/Pond, Pool, Walking Trails and 3 more — lifestyle perks that come with your HOA.
About Metro Development Group
Metro Development Group is a Tampa-based real estate development company that's carved out a specific niche in the local market — master-planned communities. Unlike production builders who focus primarily on the homes themselves, Metro Development Group operates as the land developer and community creator behind some of Tampa Bay's larger mixed-use and residential projects.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Lake Mattie Preserve Estates
How much do homes cost in Lake Mattie Preserve Estates?
New homes in Lake Mattie Preserve Estates are priced from $350K to $413K. Pricing depends on the floor plan, lot premium, and design center selections. Contact Barrett Henry at (813) 692-9099 for the most current pricing and available incentives.
Who is the builder of Lake Mattie Preserve Estates?
Lake Mattie Preserve Estates is built by Metro Development Group. Metro Development Group is a Tampa-based real estate development company that's carved out a specific niche in the local market — master-planned communities. Barrett Henry provides free buyer representation so you have an agent working for you, not the builder.
What amenities does Lake Mattie Preserve Estates offer?
Lake Mattie Preserve Estates amenities include Lake/Pond, Pool, Walking Trails, Playground, Dog Park, Fishing Pier. HOA fees cover community maintenance and amenity access.
What schools serve Lake Mattie Preserve Estates?
Lake Mattie Preserve Estates is located in Auburndale, Polk County and is zoned for Polk County Public Schools schools. School zoning can change, so verify current assignments with the district before purchasing.
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Last updated: July 19, 2026
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