Homes for sale in
Waverly, Florida
Small-town Polk County living within reach of Orlando
2
Homes for sale
$187,000
Median list price
$194
Avg price / sqft
89
Median days on market
Waverly sits in the citrus country of central Polk County, a quiet unincorporated pocket where life runs at a slower pace than the theme-park corridor to the north. It's the kind of place where the housing is straightforward — nearly all single-family homes on real land — and Winter Haven's shops, lakes, and schools are just up the road. Families here are zoned for Chain O Lakes Elementary, McLaughlin Academy of Excellence, and Winter Haven Senior.
For a buyer today, this is one of the more affordable corners of the region, with a median list price of $187,000 and homes ranging from $159,000 to $215,000. Inventory is genuinely thin — just two active listings right now — so patience matters, and at a median 89 days on market you'll have time to make a considered decision. If your budget is tight, it's easy to browse by price and see nearly everything available under $200K.
Waverly is in Polk County, Florida.
Within a 30-minute drive
Quick facts
$159,000 – $215K price range
1,046 sqft median home
Drive times
Fresh on the market
Newest homes in Waverly
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$213,000$215,000
1163 LAKE DRIVE, WAVERLY
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,420 sqft
$154,900$159,000
272 AVENUE A, WAVERLY
2 bd · 1 ba · 672 sqft
2 of 2 active listings shown
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The Waverly market
Waverly vs Polk County
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 6.8% yr/yr
Homes on the market
▲ 200.0% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — listings and closed sales in Waverly, FL. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in thin markets.
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Waverly neighborhoods
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Neighborhood boundaries by edgeAI — listings matched to the actual polygon, not agent-entered subdivision names.
For the school run
School zones with homes for sale
Assigned schools as reported on active MLS listings — always verify zoning with the district.
Beyond the listings
Living in Waverly
Affordable single-family focus
The market here is entirely single-family houses, with a median price of $187,000 — well below most of the Orlando region.
Winter Haven schools nearby
Homes are zoned for Chain O Lakes Elementary, McLaughlin Academy of Excellence, and Winter Haven Senior.
Low property taxes
Median property tax runs about $1,970 a year, keeping ongoing ownership costs modest.
Room to reach the parks
Walt Disney World is roughly 56 minutes away and Universal Orlando about 70, so day trips stay easy.
A patient buyer's pace
With homes sitting a median 89 days on market, there's time to tour, compare, and negotiate without pressure.
Population
302
Median age
59.4
Median income
$78,259
Median home value
$189,100
What people here are into
Active
Fitness Obsession
Passionate about strength training, this population relies heavily on the encouragement of the exercise community. While these people seek the latest fitness techniques, they're also interested in supplements and equipment.
Food & Drink
Ingredient Attentive
These folks are conscious about what they eat. They're looking for ingredients that not only taste great, but also have great nutritional benefits.
Active
Functional Fitness
Looking good and reaching fitness goals is all about discipline: Eat right. Work hard. No excuses. This population is more likely to view working out as a means to an end.
Hobbies & Interests
Engine Enthusiast
This population loves working on and showing off their cars, trucks and motorcycles. You can find them researching car shows and the hottest models on the lot.
Active
Organized Sports
From tryouts and casual pick-up games, to varsity tournaments and intramural matches, this population includes people who participate in organized athletics. Often through schools or public recreational areas.
Emotional
Gratitude
From generous tipping to standing ovations, this population has a way with giving someone a pat on the back.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Waverly home
≈ $1,359/mo
$187,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
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In a FEMA flood zone
Most homes here sit outside high-risk zones
Straight answers
Waverly real estate FAQs
Is Waverly a good place to live?+
Waverly is a small, quiet community in central Polk County suited to buyers who want space and affordability over nightlife and density. It's zoned for Winter Haven-area schools including Chain O Lakes Elementary and Winter Haven Senior, and Disney is about 56 minutes away for weekend trips.
Is Waverly expensive?+
No — it's one of the more affordable spots in the region, with a median list price of $187,000 and everything currently available under $215,000. You can browse by price to see how far a modest budget goes here.
What do homes cost in Waverly?+
Current listings run from $159,000 to $215,000, with a median of $187,000 and an average of about $194 per square foot on a typical 1,046-square-foot home. Every active property is a single-family home.
How is the Waverly housing market?+
It's a very low-inventory market — just two active listings at the moment — so options are limited and worth watching closely. Homes take a median of 89 days to sell, which gives buyers breathing room but also means the right house doesn't come along every week.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
Property taxes here are low, with a median of about $1,970 per year. HOA data isn't available for the current listings, which is typical for these detached single-family homes on their own lots.
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