559 WATERFERN TRAIL DRIVE, AUBURNDALE, FL, 33823
Active353 days on marketListed Aug 16, 2025MLS #P4935576
About this home
559 WATERFERN TRAIL DRIVE
Welcome to this brand-new, waterfront, custom-built luxury home offering exceptional craftsmanship, high-end finishes, and thoughtful design throughout. Nestled in a prime location with breathtaking views of the canal and Lake Van, this home delivers spectacular sunsets and serene waterfront living. Featuring a highly sought-after in-law suite with a private entrance and kitchenette - perfect for multi-generational living, guests, or a private office setup. Step inside to a spacious and open floor plan featuring 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and premium details at every turn. The gourmet kitchen is a chef’s dream, boasting premium quartz countertops, a matching quartz backsplash, a massive center island, top-of-the-line appliances, custom high-end cabinetry, and a spacious walk-in pantry with built-in shelving. Whether you're entertaining or cooking a quiet meal at home, this kitchen is designed to impress. The open-concept great room features soaring 12-foot vaulted ceilings and opens to a large lanai through elegant French doors, providing the perfect space to relax and enjoy stunning sunset views over the water and the wooded nature preserve. The formal dining area is framed by a beautiful 12-foot tray ceiling, adding depth and character to the space. The primary suite offers a luxurious retreat with a spa-inspired bathroom, complete with a soaking tub, large walk-in shower with a rain shower head, and an oversized walk-in closet featuring custom built-ins. The laundry room is equally impressive, with custom cabinetry, a storage wall, and a sink for added convenience. Expertly crafted with attention to detail and thoughtfully designed for today’s lifestyle, this custom home offers timeless style, high-end amenities, and exceptional waterfront living. Don’t miss your chance to own a Dream home in a one-of-a-kind, upscale community with unparalleled Resort-Style amenities. Enjoy multiple Tennis and Pickleball courts, a Basketball court, 3 Pools, Access to 3 Lakes, Boat Ramps, Fishing docks, Boat Storage area, a large Fitness center, Sauna and a beautiful clubhouse. Engage in community activities like game nights, social gatherings, and Live Music events, all thoughtfully designed to bring neighbors together, have fun, and create lasting memories. Perfectly located between Tampa and Orlando with easy access to I-4, you’re just a short drive from Universal Studios, Disney Parks, Legoland, premier shopping, dining, and much more!
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
3.5
Bathrooms
2,407
Sqft
0.2 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
2025
Year built
One
Levels
$290
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record and the real association fee — not generic estimates.
$4,477 /mo · 10% down Conventional, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
Above the FHA loan limit for our service areas, so Conventional is the default. VA buyers: switch below — $0 down.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Run your own numbers
FHA isn’t available at this price — the loan would exceed the $541,287 FHA limit for our service areas.
Estimated payment
$4,477/mo
Includes estimated PMI — it drops off once you reach 20% equity. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. Your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
Value check
Is the price right?
The internet’s favorite home-value number comes from a single automated model that has never seen the street, the finishes, or the view — which is why it routinely misses by tens of thousands of dollars. The edgeAI estimate combines multiple independent data sources with our team’s on-the-ground expertise in this exact market.
$/sqft vs WATER RIDGE SUB
$290 vs $269
Days on market
353 vs 62 typical
Where $290/sqft sits among the 7 homes for sale in WATER RIDGE SUB
The edgeAI estimate is a starting point, not an appraisal or a broker price opinion. It is generated from public records, listing data and market modeling, and is subject to change once a licensed real estate professional personally inspects the property. Condition, floor, view and lot are not fully captured by any model — ask us for a full comparative market analysis.
Where it sits
Inside Water Ridge
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Get to know Auburndale. See the full Auburndale guide →
Water Ridge — neighborhood snapshot
Population
256
Median age
46
Median income
$66,839
Median home value
$255,481
Avg household
3
Households w/ children
24%
For the school run
Polk County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Auburndale market
$316K → $345K
Auburndale median sold, yr/yr
97.8%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
4 of 7
WATER RIDGE SUB have cut their price
Median sold price, Auburndale, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 118% above the AUBURNDALE 33823 median. See the full Auburndale market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 559 WATERFERN TRAIL DRIVE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Mar ’26$560,000
193 STARGRASS DRIVE · same community
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,400 sqft · $233/sqft · 148 DOM
Sold · Feb ’26$734,561
481 WATERFERN TRAIL DRIVE · same community
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,470 sqft · $297/sqft · 0 DOM
Sold · Aug ’25$474,000
544 WATERFERN TRAIL DRIVE · same community
3 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,475 sqft · $192/sqft · 806 DOM
Closed-sale data from the MLS, last 12 months, selected for similarity in size and location. No two homes are identical — ask us for a full comparative analysis.
Your home team
The pros in your corner
Buying a home is two conversations — the home and the money. Here’s who handles each, side by side, already working together.
Your agent
David Ramirez
Real Estate Agent · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 559 WATERFERN TRAIL DRIVE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 559 WATERFERN TRAIL DRIVE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
559 WATERFERN TRAIL DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 559 WATERFERN TRAIL DRIVE?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $4,477/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $175/mo association fee and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
How much are the HOA fees at 559 WATERFERN TRAIL DRIVE?+
The association fee works out to $175 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 559 WATERFERN TRAIL DRIVE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2024) was $1,295. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
Are pets allowed at 559 WATERFERN TRAIL DRIVE?+
The listing reports pets: Yes. Communities often layer on breed or weight rules — we'll verify the specifics with the association before you commit.
How does the price compare to other homes in Auburndale?+
At $699,000, this home is listed about 100% above the Auburndale median of $349,995. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 559 WATERFERN TRAIL DRIVE?+
Lake Alfred Polytech Academy (middle), Lake Alfred Elementary School (elementary), Auburndale Senior High School (high) — Polk County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Four things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$699,000 runs 118% above the AUBURNDALE 33823 median — but at 2,407 sqft it's also 30% larger than the typical Auburndale listing.
02Waterfront living
This home sits directly on the water — the single scarcest feature in Florida inventory and the strongest long-term value anchor.
03Time on market is leverage
353 days on market against a Auburndale median of 62 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
04The price has already moved
Listed at $699,900, now $699,000 — a $900 cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY SMART 1 · Indira Shakirova. MLS #P4935576.
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