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The Lakes

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Lake Alfred Neighborhood
Total Views 36,202
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,878 Sq Ft
Starting at $400K Price Range

Available Homes

Move-In Ready

Highlights

  • Marina
  • Community Lake

About The Lakes

Welcome home to The Lakes, a lakefront neighborhood of new homes for sale in Lake Alfred, FL, offering exclusive canal-front and lakefront homes on the Chain of Lakes!

Nestled on the shores of Lake Haines, The Lakes offers a beautiful setting with a limited number of homes on Lake Haines, the canal between Lake Haines and Lake Rochelle, or open space and ponds, providing backyard privacy and peaceful nature views.

In this private enclave away from hustle and bustle, you'll feel apart from the busy city despite being less than 5 miles north of Downtown Winter Haven and near US-17, US-92, and I-4 for easy access to the nearby Orlando/Kissimmee area. In addition, the neighboring Mackay Gardens and Lakeside Preserve, a Lake Alfred public recreation area, provides hiking trails, a playground, a dock on Lake Rochelle, and more.

Only one new home remains available at The Lakes - Do not miss out on this rare opportunity to own a home on the Chain of Lakes in this desirable community! Call or email Highland Homes' Lake Alfred New Home Specialists today!

Builder

Sales Office

All tours are by appointment only. Please contact sales office to schedule.
Office Address
413 Galloway St
Lake Alfred, FL 33850

Move-In Ready

New construction homes available for immediate or near-term move in.

$399,900 $426,805
3 Beds 2 Baths 1,878 Sq Ft
1496 Melrose St
0.14 Acre Available Now
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Updated Aug 3, 2026

Activity

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Standard Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family Detached Home

Taxes

  • No Community Development District Tax

Year Built

  • New Construction

Parking

  • 2 Garage Spaces

HOA Fees

  • $43/month

Lot Details

  • Minimum 6,499 Sq Ft Lot
  • Minimum 55 Ft Wide Lot

Additional Features

  • 1 Story

Community Details

Overview

  • Community Lake
  • Views Throughout Community
  • Pond in Community
  • Greenbelt

Additional Features

  • Marina

Community Map

Map

Recently Sold Homes

$390,235 Sold May 6, 2026
3 Beds 2 Baths 2,029 Sq Ft
413 Galloway St
Shelby Plan 6,499 Sq Ft Lot
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$375,810 Sold Apr 1, 2026
4 Beds 3 Baths 2,109 Sq Ft
1364 Melrose St
Savannah Plan 6,499 Sq Ft Lot
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$396,565 Sold Mar 5, 2026
3 Beds 2 Baths 1,878 Sq Ft
1500 Melrose St
Ryleigh Plan 6,499 Sq Ft Lot
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Updated Aug 3, 2026

Area Factors

Low Crime

Crime®

4 / 10

Moderately bikeable

Bikeability®

60 / 100

Somewhat walkable

Walkability®

30 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

Local Logic measures the walkability, access to public transit and bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.

Environmental Factors

Calm

Sound Score®

91 / 100
Source: First Street, How Loud
Sources: First Street, How Loud

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Environmental risk data is provided by First Street Foundation® and is designed to approximate risk and not intended to include all possible scenarios.

Schools

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Disclaimer: Please note that this community may not be in these schools' attendance zones.

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About the Builder

At Highland Homes, the company is dedicated not only to building dream homes but also to delivering the most satisfying homebuilding experience possible. Since 1996, they have helped more than 15,000 homeowners achieve their dreams, offering the best in new home choices, quality, and value, all from a team committed to total customer satisfaction. With desirable neighborhoods, homes designed to fit various lifestyles, and both quick move-in and personalized new build options, Highland Homes is excited to help make each customer's new home dream come true.
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