Lake Mattie Preserveby Ryan HomesNew Construction Homes in Auburndale, FL
Price Range
$244K to $427K
Square Footage
1,687 to 3,029 sq ft
Est. Monthly Fees
$398/mo
Resort-style lakeside living in Auburndale's Lakes District — marketed as "homeownership that feels like a vacation," centered on a beach-entry pool, cabana, dog parks, and landscaped trails around Lake Mattie.
Quick answer
Lake Mattie Preserve is a new construction community in Auburndale, FL, with homes priced $244K to $427K, HOA $172/mo, CDD/MUD $2,712/yr, flood Zone X (low risk).
- Price range
- $244K to $427K
- Home sizes
- 1,687 to 3,029 sq ft
- HOA
- $172/mo
- CDD / MUD
- $2,712/yr
- Flood zone
- Zone X (low risk)
- Builders
- Ryan Homes
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True Monthly Cost
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HOA Fee
$172
monthly
CDD / Stewardship
$2,712
Annually
Est. Monthly Total
$398
community fees
Special Assessments
Single Family is $60 permonth
* Fees shown are the latest amounts supplied for this listing, not a final quote. Confirm the current HOA, district assessments and billing periods with the community before buying.
Learn more: CDD, MUD & PID fees explained · CDD vs HOA · Lot premiums
🏖️ Coastal & Vacation Details
Short-Term Rental Policy
Long Term Only (6-12 Months)
Water Access
🏖️ Beach: 67 miles
Primary Use Case
Full-Time Living
Exterior Materials
The Vibe
It really does feel a little like vacation — that's the pitch, and it holds up. The beach-entry pool is the gravitational center: kids cannonballing while parents claim cabana chairs, retirees doing laps before the heat sets in. Morning coffee comes with lake views; evening walks wind through landscaped trails where the dog park crowd does its daily reunion. The townhome owners love the lock-and-leave math — gone to the airport for a long weekend, nothing to worry about. Saturdays, it's the lake, the playground, or the short drive to LEGOLAND with the grandkids. Auburndale keeps it small-town: the Publix run is quick, the traffic is thin, the stars are visible. This is Florida living at its most relaxed — new construction, resort amenities, and a pace that makes you wonder why you ever lived anywhere faster.
Construction Update
Ongoing construction
Pros & Cons
An honest look at this neighborhood
Pros
- Strong value — builder pricing runs 10%+ below the area's average new-home price
- 2. Resort-style amenities (beach-entry pool, cabana, dog parks, trails, lake access) with low SF-home HOA ($60/mo)
- 3. Cable and high-speed internet included; new construction with BuiltSmart energy efficiency (ENERGY STAR windows, Ecobee thermostat) and flood zone X
Cons
- •1. CDD adds ~$2,712/yr (single-family) to carrying costs on top of HOA and taxes
- •2. No short-term rentals — rules out Airbnb/vacation-rental investment use
- •3. Car-dependent location (Walk Score 10) with ongoing multi-year construction; beaches and Tampa airport are each ~1 hour away
Things to Consider
Important factors to be aware of before making a decision
- Ongoing Construction Noise
- Flood Zone Proximity
Community Amenities
- Resort-style beach entry swimming pool and cabana
- Clubhouse
- Community dog parks
- Playground
- Community Park
- Scenic Walking trails
- Open greenspaces
- Lake access and Lake views
- Future walkable Village Centers planned with Boutique shopping, restaurants, parks, and entertainment
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the schools zoned for this neighborhood?
• Lena Vista Elementary School (~2.2 mi) • Stambaugh Middle School • Auburndale High School (~3.5 mi)
Who provides internet/cable?
BB/HS Available
How much are the HOA fees at Lake Mattie Preserve?
Townhomes pay $172/month; single-family and Estates homes pay $59–$60/month. The townhome HOA covers exterior maintenance, and cable + high-speed internet is included for all homes.
Townhomes pay $172/month; single-family and Estates homes pay $59–$60/month. The townhome HOA covers exterior maintenance, and cable + high-speed internet is included for all homes.
Yes — Lake Mattie Preserve has a Community Development District. MLS listings show total annual CDD assessments of ~$2,712/year for single-family homes (2026) and ~$2,160/year for townhomes (2025), collected annually with property taxes on top of HOA dues and property taxes.
Can I use my home as a short-term rental or Airbnb?
No. Community restrictions require a minimum 1–2 year lease and explicitly prohibit short-term leases.
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