New Construction Homes in Polk County

BuildTB tracks 26 new-construction communities in Polk County, of which 19 are currently selling or coming soon. They span 11 cities and 23 active builders.

New construction in Polk County currently ranges from roughly $200K to $460K, depending on builder, home type, lot premium and upgrade selections. Base prices advertised by builders exclude lot premiums and most upgrades, so the realistic all-in number is typically higher than the figure on the sign.

23 builders are currently active in Polk County, including Adams Homes, Ashton Woods, Beazer Homes, D.R. Horton, Del Webb, Dream Finders Homes and others. Representation is not tied to any builder list — if a builder is selling in Polk, you can be represented there.

Many do, particularly inside larger master-planned communities. A Community Development District is a financing mechanism that repays the infrastructure bonds for roads, drainage and amenities, and it appears on your annual property tax bill on top of regular taxes — commonly $1,000 to $3,000 a year, sometimes more. Always ask for the CDD amount in writing before signing, because sales offices quote monthly payments that frequently omit it.

You are not required to have one, but the agent in the model home represents the builder, not you. A buyer's agent reviews the builder contract, compares the builder's lender against outside lenders, coordinates independent pre-drywall and final inspections, and negotiates the terms that actually move. The builder pays that commission, so there is no added cost to you — and you must name your agent on your first visit, because most builders will not add one later.

Active new-construction cities in Polk County include Auburndale, Bartow, Davenport, Dundee, Haines City, Lake Alfred, Lake Hamilton, Lakeland, Poinciana, Polk City, plus 1 more.