| Name | Blue Heron Bay |
| Type of community | Age-restricted community ? |
| Lot rent range | $360 - $740 |
| Office Phone | (863) 422-3157 |
| Total # of lots | 252 |
| Community owner type | Private individual |
| Property manager on site | |
| Water type | City |
| Sewer type | City provided |
| Street width | Average |
| Parking | Off-street |
| Street type | Paved |
| Climate Zone Rating | HOT-HUMID |
The lot rent ranges from $360 - $740 per month and includes:
| Trash pickup | Water | Sewer |
Blue Heron Bay is a 55+ community on US Highway 27 North in Haines City, Polk County-a central Florida location that puts residents within reach of both small-town convenience and larger regional amenities. The park sits in an area with easy access to shopping, dining, and healthcare services typical of the Haines City corridor.
The community spans 252 lots with a property manager on site, city water and sewer service, and paved streets with off-street parking. Lot rent ranges from $360 to $740 monthly and includes trash pickup.
Haines City itself offers a quieter pace compared to nearby Orlando and Tampa, while remaining close enough for residents who want periodic access to those markets. The area is known for its warm climate year-round-typical of central Florida’s hot-humid zone-and a mix of long-time residents and newer retirees seeking affordable, established communities.
Onsite recreation includes a fitness center, clubhouse, swimming pool, and sidewalks for walking. The combination of manageable lot rent, established infrastructure, and age-restricted community focus makes this park relevant for retirees prioritizing affordability and accessibility in central Florida.
| Fitness center | Clubhouse | Swimming pool |
| Sidewalks | ||
Blue Heron Bay is located in Climate Zone 1. A HOT-HUMID climate is defined as a region that receives more than 20 inches (50 cm) of annual precipitation, and where the monthly average outdoor temperature remains above 67°F (19.5°C) throughout the year.
Knowing your area’s climate zone (as assigned by the U.S. Department of Energy’s Building America Program into one of eight zones), can help you predict your heating and cooling needs. Humidity and temperature can of course vary, even by county.
The Building America HOT-HUMID climate zone corresponds to the portions of IECC zones 2 and 3 in the dry category.
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