Neighborhood · Auburndale, Florida
Mariana Woods
Compact homes and easy access in central Polk
3
Homes for sale
$220,000
Median list price
$243
Avg price / sqft
30
Median days on market
Mariana Woods is a small, walkable pocket of Auburndale in the heart of Polk County, where modest single-family homes sit close to everyday errands and the wider network of Auburndale homes for sale. It's the kind of neighborhood that appeals to first-time buyers and downsizers who want an established street over a sprawling master-plan, with lake-country amenities like Lake Juliana Estates and Water Ridge just a short drive away. The location also earns its keep on commutes — Walt Disney World is about 45 minutes out, and Orlando International Airport roughly 56.
For a buyer today, this is a tight, fast-moving market. There are just three active listings with a median list price of $220,000, and homes here have been selling in about 30 days — with sellers averaging 102% of asking over the last year. That combination means well-priced homes don't linger, so it pays to be ready to move when the right one lists, and to keep options open in nearby areas like Lena Vista and Auburndale Heights.
Mariana Woods is a community in Auburndale, Florida.
Quick facts
$203,000 – $289K price range
1,028 sqft median home
5 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Mariana Woods
$203,000
220 PINEHURST DR, AUBURNDALE
3 bd · 1 ba · 1,028 sqft
$289,000$299,000
212 KAYLOR DRIVE, AUBURNDALE
2 bd · 1 ba · 672 sqft
$220,000$235,000
503 MARIANNA ROAD, AUBURNDALE
6 bd · 1.5 ba · 2,173 sqft
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The numbers that matter
The Mariana Woods market
5
Sold, last 12 months
$200,000
Median sold price
102%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
11 days
Median time to sell
Mariana Woods vs Auburndale
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 19.5% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Mariana Woods boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Mariana Woods is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Mariana Woods home
≈ $1,635/mo
$220,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
Population
635
Median age
42
Median income
$59,250
Median home value
$201,400
Beyond the listings
Living in Mariana Woods
Beliefs
Politically Engaged
Politically aware, this population is interested in civic issues on both the local and national level. They often discuss candidates for office, taxes, and political ideologies.
Lifestyles
Student Life
There's more to student life than academics. It's about the experience - from classes and homecoming, to making lifetime friends and alumni events. These are students at school, taking classes online, or finding other ways to be students in their daily lives.
Hobbies & Interests
Bookish
Always seeking the next book, article, or poem to read, this activity is prevalent in areas where reading is a way of life. Although a solo activity, the expression of the love of books is a bonding, communal experience.
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.
Appearance oriented
Trend Trackers
This population lives as fast as the culture. They like to keep up with the latest trends, especially when it comes to apparel and accessories.
Relationships
Dating Life
With dating comes highs, lows, and lots of questions. You can find this population talking about dating advice, breakups and how to express their feelings.
Straight answers
Mariana Woods FAQs
Is Mariana Woods a good place to live?+
It's a good fit if you want an established, right-sized neighborhood in central Auburndale with quick access to both Tampa and Orlando. Homes feed Walter Caldwell Elementary, Jere L. Stambaugh Middle, and Auburndale Senior High School, and lake-focused communities like Water Ridge are close by. It leans toward first-time buyers and downsizers rather than luxury shoppers.
Is Mariana Woods expensive?+
No — it's one of the more accessible pockets of Auburndale, with a median list price of $220,000 and recent sales at a median of $200,000. That's well below Florida's luxury tiers, and there are no active listings above $1M here. For broader options at different price points, it's worth scanning Auburndale homes for sale.
What do homes cost in Mariana Woods?+
Active listings currently run from $203,000 to $289,000, with a median list price of $220,000 and an average of about $243 per square foot. Median home size sits near 1,028 sqft, so you're generally looking at compact, single-family houses. Recent sales closed at a median of $200,000.
How is the market in Mariana Woods right now?+
It's fast and competitive on limited supply. There are just three active listings, homes are selling in a median of 30 days, and sellers have averaged 102% of asking price over the past 12 months. With only five sales in that window, well-priced homes tend to move quickly.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
Median property taxes here run about $3,187 per year. We don't have reliable HOA figures for Mariana Woods itself, which is common for older, non-master-planned streets; nearby planned communities like Lake Juliana Estates are more likely to carry association dues. Always confirm any HOA obligation on a specific property before you write an offer.
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