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What counties is Poinciana in?
Poinciana spans two counties: Osceola County and Polk County.
The community is divided by the county line. Different sections of Poinciana fall under different county jurisdictions, school districts, and tax authorities.
How Poinciana Is Structured
Poinciana is one of the largest master-planned communities in the Greater Orlando area. It was originally developed as a large-scale residential community with multiple villages, neighborhoods, and villages. The community straddles the Osceola/Polk County line.
The Osceola County portion uses ZIP code 34758. The Polk County portion uses ZIP code 34759. These are different ZIP codes, different school districts, and different county jurisdictions.
Why It Matters
- School districts: The Osceola County side is served by the Osceola County School District. The Polk County side is served by Polk County Public Schools.
- County taxes and services: Property taxes, county services, and road maintenance differ between the two sides.
- Property values: The two sides of Poinciana may have different price trends, HOA structures, and community amenities.
If you are considering a home in Poinciana, verify which county the property is in and what school district it is zoned for. The county line runs through the community, so two neighboring homes could be in different counties.