Touchstone is a new-construction community by Highland Homes in Lakeland, Polk County priced from $330K to $460K. The community features offering single-family homes. Zoned for Polk County Public Schools. Contact Barrett Henry for free buyer representation and current incentive details.
Touchstone at a Glance
| Price Range | $330K – $460K |
| HOA Monthly | $13/month |
| School District | Polk County Public Schools |
| Status | Now Selling |
| Home Types | Single-Family Homes |
Amenities
Current Incentive
Save up to $60,000
Highland Homes Special Offers
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About Touchstone
Touchstone has a young, family-forward energy to it. Drive through and you'll see the hallmarks of a growing Highland Homes community — fresh landscaping, kids' bikes in driveways, neighbors who are all more or less in the same stage of life. It's not a resort-style showpiece, and it's not trying to be. The pool and clubhouse give residents a spot to connect without the overhead of a country club atmosphere, and the open green spaces and playground mean families with young kids have room to breathe. The $330K–$460K price range pulls in a mix of first-time buyers, young families, and folks relocating from higher-cost markets who want a brand-new home without the premium price tag of the Tampa side of I-4. Location-wise, Touchstone sits in Lakeland, which puts you squarely in the middle of the I-4 corridor — roughly 45 minutes to downtown Tampa and about the same distance to Orlando, depending on traffic. That's not a small thing. You've got real access to two metro job markets, two major airports (Tampa International and Orlando International), and some flexibility most buyers in a single metro don't have. Closer to home, you're near Lakeland's everyday infrastructure — Publix, Target, and the usual retail corridors along US-98 and Polk Parkway (SR-570). Lakeland Linder International Airport is just a few miles away, and for healthcare, Lakeland Regional Health is one of the stronger hospital systems in Polk County. Students here feed into Polk County Public Schools. The HOA at Touchstone runs about $13 a month, which is about as low as it gets — don't expect that fee to cover much beyond basic community maintenance, so read the documents carefully to know exactly what's included. There's no CDD disclosed here, which is a meaningful cost savings compared to a lot of new construction communities in the Tampa Bay region where CDDs can add $1,500–$3,000+ to your annual tax bill. Highland Homes typically delivers in the 6–10 month range from contract to close, though timelines have stretched industry-wide and you should confirm current build schedules directly with the sales team. As with any Polk County new construction, make sure you're budgeting realistically for Florida property insurance — it's a real line item in your monthly payment, and new construction's concrete block structure will help, but won't eliminate that cost.
New Homes From
$330K – $460K
Barrett's Take on Touchstone
Here's my take on Touchstone in Lakeland — it's one of the better-priced new construction options in Polk County right now, and Highland Homes is a genuinely solid choice for buyers who want a Florida-built home without paying for a brand name. Highland has been building here for decades and they understand the market in a way that national builders sometimes don't. At $330K–$460K for single-family homes, you're getting real square footage in a community with a pool, clubhouse, and playground — and that $13/month HOA is about as low as it gets in a new construction community. This one fits best if you're a first-time buyer, a commuter who doesn't need to be in Tampa daily, or someone relocating to Central Florida who wants value over zip code cachet. On negotiation: Highland Homes is known for transparent pricing, which is genuinely refreshing, but don't mistake that for "there's nothing left to negotiate." The $60,000 savings incentive is real, but read the fine print — part of that is typically tied to using their preferred lender, and part may already be baked into base pricing as a promotional adjustment. Push for closing cost contributions, upgraded appliances, or blinds before you let them roll everything into the lender credit. Lot premiums here are worth paying attention to — pond-facing and conservation lots can add $10,000–$25,000 depending on the site, and corner lots sometimes carry a premium too. Know what you're getting before you fall in love with a specific homesite. Construction timelines with Highland tend to run 6–10 months depending on where you are in the build cycle, which is pretty standard for the market right now. For schools, Touchstone feeds into Polk County Public Schools, which is a mixed bag depending on the specific campus. It's worth looking up the assigned elementary, middle, and high school individually on GreatSchools or the FLDOE school grades site before you commit — ratings vary significantly across the district. On commute: Lakeland sits right on I-4 between Tampa and Orlando, which sounds great until you're doing it daily. You're looking at 45–60 minutes to Tampa during peak traffic, closer to 35–40 minutes off-peak. If you work in Brandon or Plant City, it's more manageable. For Polk County employers — Publix's corporate HQ, Lakeland Regional Health, Amazon and other warehouse/distribution hubs near the I-4 corridor — this location actually makes a lot of sense. Day-to-day, Touchstone is a suburban neighborhood doing what suburban Lakeland neighborhoods do: quiet streets, families, and weekend traffic at the Lakeland Square area. It's not walkable, but it's not trying to be.
Barrett Henry, REALTOR®
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What You'll Find at Touchstone
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.
HOA Details
$13/month
Covers community maintenance and amenities. Ask Barrett for the full HOA disclosure.
County
Builder
Why Buyers Choose Touchstone
Located in Lakeland, Polk County — easy access to Tampa Bay employment centers, beaches, and everyday conveniences.
Competitively priced from $330K to $460K — strong value for new construction in Polk County.
Built by Highland Homes, established in 1996 — a builder with a track record Tampa Bay buyers can evaluate before signing.
Community amenities include Pool, Clubhouse, Playground and 1 more — lifestyle perks that come with your HOA.
About Highland Homes
Highland Homes is a Florida-only homebuilder — and that's not a marketing line, it actually matters. Founded in 1996 and headquartered right here in Lakeland, they've spent nearly three decades building exclusively in the Sunshine State.
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Visit Touchstone with Barrett — Not the Sales Team
The on-site sales rep at Touchstone works for Highland Homes. They will not tell you about the lot premium you should avoid, the upgrades that do not add resale value, or the contract clauses that favor the builder. Barrett handles all of that. His representation costs you nothing — the builder pays the commission. Call (813) 692-9099 or fill out the form below.
Current Incentive at Touchstone
Save up to $60,000
Builder incentives change frequently. Barrett can confirm this incentive is still available and help you take full advantage of it.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Touchstone
How much do homes cost in Touchstone?
New homes in Touchstone are priced from $330K to $460K. 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 Touchstone?
Touchstone is built by Highland Homes. Highland Homes is a Florida-only homebuilder — and that's not a marketing line, it actually matters. Barrett Henry provides free buyer representation so you have an agent working for you, not the builder.
What amenities does Touchstone offer?
Touchstone amenities include Pool, Clubhouse, Playground, Open Green Spaces. The HOA fee is $13 per month, which covers community maintenance and amenity access.
What schools serve Touchstone?
Touchstone is located in Lakeland, 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 20, 2026
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