I have a property just outside Haines City on Southern Dunes (Top 10 Rated Golf Course). It is very nice there. Haines City is up and comming with many new developments, it is also away from the mad rush of Orlando. It is situated in a gr8 area close to most things nature beaches close and Disney 25mins away. Southern Dunes has 24hr Wal Mart 2mins some really good Food places too. Dont dissmiss it, it has a lot going for it and wont cost the earth to live. Haines City (Town) is not gr8 but surrounding area is superb value.Then with all that Florida and Polk county have to offer the town is really the last place you would go. PLUS PRICES ARE GOING UP IN THIS AREA !! Southern Dunes also has condos.
Welcome and good luck.
PS you could rent my house for $1200.00 pm 3/2 with pool.
