Selling with Petra Norris

Selling a home in Lakeland, Florida goes best with an honest valuation, a clear plan, and steady communication from the first conversation through closing. As a broker working as a single agent, I represent sellers only in their best interest, and every sale follows The CLEAR Path™ Method.

What to expect when you sell with me

That’s exactly why I use The CLEAR Path™ Method, a clear, step-by-step process designed to bring structure and confidence to what can feel overwhelming.

  1. Understand the Situation. Every home and family situation is different. We start by identifying your goals, timeline, and any probate considerations.
  2. Evaluate the Property & Options. We look at current market conditions and decide whether selling as-is or preparing the home makes the most sense.
  3. Create a Strategic Plan. Together, we build a plan that aligns with your timeline, financial goals, and the Lakeland market.
  4. Guide You Through the Process. From start to closing, I provide clear communication so you always know what to expect.

What is included when you sell with me

  • An honest valuation. A pricing opinion grounded in recent comparable sales and current Lakeland and Polk County market data, with pricing strategies explained so you understand the reasoning behind each recommendation.
  • Preparation recommendations. When improvements make sense, such as minor landscaping or staging, I recommend them and connect you with the resources to complete them. When they do not, I will tell you that as well.
  • Professional photography. High-resolution photos of your home’s strongest features and of the neighborhood, so buyers can picture themselves living there.
  • A marketing plan for your home. A dedicated property website, shared across social media, blog posts, and print materials.
  • Communication your way. Updates at every step, by the method you prefer, with adjustments to the plan as the market responds.
  • Paperless transactions. Documents are handled electronically, so you can sell without disrupting your daily life, even from out of town.

Selling an inherited home or handling an estate

Probate and inherited property sales follow a different sequence, and the timeline is often set by the court rather than the market. As a Certified Residential Probate Specialist, I guide personal representatives (the person the court appoints to manage the estate) and their families through each step. You can read more about that process at sellinglakeland.com.

Frequently asked questions

How is the listing price for my Lakeland home determined?

The listing price starts with recent comparable sales in your neighborhood and current Lakeland and Polk County market conditions. I explain the data behind the recommendation and the pricing strategies available, so the final decision is yours and fully informed.

Do I need to make repairs before selling?

Not always. Some homes sell best as-is, while others benefit from modest preparation. We weigh your home’s condition, current buyer expectations, and your timeline before deciding.

Can I sell my Lakeland home if I live out of town?

Yes. Documents are handled electronically, and I keep you updated by the method you prefer, so you can manage the sale without being in Lakeland.

How much can my home sell for?

There is no need to rush this decision. If you would like to talk through your plans, call or text me at 863-712-4207. If you would simply like to know what your property may sell for in today’s market, complete the brief form below and I will respond with an honest estimate as soon as I can.


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Petra Norris, REALTOR® / Broker-Owner
Lakeland Real Estate Group, Inc.

What seller clients say

We recommend her to everyone.

Petra Norris is the consummate professional when it comes to real estate. She helped us sell our investment property within 10 days.

Lorrie Walker

Lakeland Real Estate Group, Inc.
5
2018-07-09T13:01:48-04:00

Lorrie Walker

Petra Norris is the consummate professional when it comes to real estate. She helped us sell our investment property within 10 days.

You made the experience magical.

From the moment we listed to the moment we closed there was no denying you were the correct choice in realtors.

Ginger Tormoehlen

Lakeland Real Estate Group, Inc.
5
2018-07-09T13:04:20-04:00

Ginger Tormoehlen

From the moment we listed to the moment we closed there was no denying you were the correct choice in realtors.

Such an outstanding job.

Petra sold my 90 year old father's home after his death. No matter how many obstacles came up, Petra always handled each and every one of them with professionalism and extreme thoughtfulness.

Mary D.

Lakeland Real Estate Group, Inc.
5
2018-07-09T13:06:42-04:00

Mary D.

Petra sold my 90 year old father's home after his death. No matter how many obstacles came up, Petra always handled each and every one of them with professionalism and extreme thoughtfulness.

Would definitely Recommend

So glad we chose Petra for our short sale.

Jeanna Cochran

Lakeland Real Estate Group, Inc.
5
2018-07-09T13:07:59-04:00

Jeanna Cochran

So glad we chose Petra for our short sale.

Would recommend Petra to anyone

Did a good job selling my house and kept me informed during the entire selling process. She also helped me during my search to locate another house. I would happily recommend here to anyone wishing... read more »

Michael Williams

Lakeland Real Estate Group, Inc.
5
2018-07-09T14:12:11-04:00

Michael Williams

Did a good job selling my house and kept me informed during the entire selling process. She also helped me during my search to locate another house. I would happily recommend here to anyone wishing to buy or sell their property.

Approachable and responsive!

Incredibly knowledgeable and professional, yet still very approachable and responsive. Petra is everything I looked for in a realtor and, due to her work, I was able to sell my home within the time frame... read more »

Stephen Lutz

Lakeland Real Estate Group, Inc.
5
2018-07-09T14:13:31-04:00

Stephen Lutz

Incredibly knowledgeable and professional, yet still very approachable and responsive. Petra is everything I looked for in a realtor and, due to her work, I was able to sell my home within the time frame I wanted. I believe that would not have been possible without her. Not only did she sell my home but she also sold my parents home, a home that was on the market with another realtor for over one (1) year. I can not say enough about Petra and recommend her highly!

Working with Petra has been a great pleasure!

My husband and I were in the process of moving to Lakeland and traveled here several times looking for the right home, but didn't find one during those visits. Petra kept house hunting for us,... read more »

Lisa & Michael Ries

Lakeland Real Estate Group, Inc.
5
2018-07-09T14:15:25-04:00

Lisa & Michael Ries

My husband and I were in the process of moving to Lakeland and traveled here several times looking for the right home, but didn't find one during those visits. Petra kept house hunting for us, while we returned to Georgia, until she found the perfect home for us. I would not have trusted anyone else to go house hunting on our behalf, but Petra knew exactly what we were looking for and found us the perfect place to call home! The time has come for us to move on from Lakeland and once again, we called on Petra's expertise, this time to help us sell our home. Petra handled everything for us in the most professional and efficient manner, but always with a sense of humor and a personable touch. Petra really took time for us again, and was always available to answer questions. Working with Petra has been a great pleasure! Thank you for everything, Petra! You totally rock!!

Absolutely cares about her clients!

Petra is a true professional and absolutely cares about her clients; she has a passion for what she does that really shows in her work. Her dedication and perseverance throughout the sale process of my... read more »

Kim Stevens

Lakeland Real Estate Group, Inc.
5
2018-07-09T14:16:52-04:00

Kim Stevens

Petra is a true professional and absolutely cares about her clients; she has a passion for what she does that really shows in her work. Her dedication and perseverance throughout the sale process of my home was beyond expectation, and she was truly a blessing to have on my side. Short sales area never easy, so I hear, and my case was no exception; there were many bumps along the way, which she took perfectly in stride providing appropriate counsel without a hitch. Along with her professionalism, she was extremely knowledgeable throughout the sale process and timely in returning all of my texts, emails, and phone calls. Cannot recommend her highly enough! Thank you, Petra!

She gets the job done!

Petra Norris helped me when I needed help selling my house. After much searching in the Lakeland, FL area for short sale real estate agents, Petra's name kept coming up. I contacted her and we... read more »

Benjamin White

Lakeland Real Estate Group, Inc.
5
2018-07-09T14:22:24-04:00

Benjamin White

Petra Norris helped me when I needed help selling my house. After much searching in the Lakeland, FL area for short sale real estate agents, Petra's name kept coming up. I contacted her and we set up an appointment for 2 days later. She was on time and very friendly. I figured the sale was going to be a year long thing but she had a buyer for my property in 3 months time. She stayed with me and answered all of my questions no matter how trivial they were. Petra even stayed in email contact with me while she was on holiday. Short sales are not fun as they usually come from a "bad thing that has happened". In my case, it was a lay-off. Petra made the process "not" bad at all. She always has a smile, she is upbeat and just a wonderful person to be around. She is professional and gets the job done. Do business with her. I promise you won't be disappointed. Petra, I'm still indebted to treat you and your husband to dinner. 🙂 Take care, Benjamin White

Handled EVERYTHING for us!

Petra, We just wanted to send you a letter thanking you for your help in selling our home. Our experience was wonderful and we will never forget your understanding and compassion in our situation. It... read more »

The Winchester Family

Lakeland Real Estate Group, Inc.
5
2018-07-09T14:26:41-04:00

The Winchester Family

Petra, We just wanted to send you a letter thanking you for your help in selling our home. Our experience was wonderful and we will never forget your understanding and compassion in our situation. It was a very difficult decision for us to sell our home after 21 years. We could not believe we had showings within days of you posting our home. Each and every time we had a showing you gave us plenty of time to prepare and if we could not, you were again always understanding and able to reschedule. We cannot think of a time that you were never available to take our phone calls, emails or even our texts. You answered all of questions and explained things to us in detail and if we didn’t understand, you were patient to explain again. And trust us we had lots of questions/concerns!!! We also liked the fact that you handled EVERYTHING for us. We could not believe it. Once we started the original paperwork, you took it from there. You have also maintained contact with us after the selling of our home. You were recommended to us by a friend and we recommended you to one of our friends. All 3 of us had wonderful experiences with you and we will recommend you to all of our friends. When we are ready to purchase our next home, you can be reassured we will be calling you!! Thank you again Petra!! The Winchester Family Mark, Wendy and Keelan

Made the process easy for us

Thank you so much for all your help. You really made the process very easy for us – from making us aware of all the necessary paperwork to providing a drop box so we could... read more »

Laurie and Nick

Lakeland Real Estate Group, Inc.
5
2018-07-09T14:27:43-04:00

Laurie and Nick

Thank you so much for all your help. You really made the process very easy for us – from making us aware of all the necessary paperwork to providing a drop box so we could easily upload the documents to you. We also appreciate the way you were on top of correspondence with the bank and other realtors. You are very knowledgeable about the short sale process and we would definitely recommend you to anyone looking to move forward with a short sale. Hope all is well with you and your family and truly, thank you for everything!

Your efforts and professionalism were second to none!

Petra, We could not have been happier with the service you provided. From the moment we listed the properties with you, it was clear we had made the right choice. Your efforts and professionalism were... read more »

Tom Barnett

Lakeland Real Estate Group, Inc.
5
2018-07-09T14:28:43-04:00

Tom Barnett

Petra, We could not have been happier with the service you provided. From the moment we listed the properties with you, it was clear we had made the right choice. Your efforts and professionalism were second to none. Your marketing was outstanding and your communication with us scattered to the four winds was extremely valuable. Thank you again for all your hard work to sell our properties. Regards...

Cannot recommend her highly enough!

A genuine professional. Petra knows and understands the local market which was key to helping us prepare Mom's home. Her photographs -- available online -- illustrated the house's best features in a style far superior... read more »

Maryann Deno Brock

Lakeland Real Estate Group, Inc.
5
2018-07-09T14:34:58-04:00

Maryann Deno Brock

A genuine professional. Petra knows and understands the local market which was key to helping us prepare Mom's home. Her photographs -- available online -- illustrated the house's best features in a style far superior to anyone other. The accompanying prose concisely stated salient information about the home and surrounding neighborhood, all key facts that a sincere buyer needs. We remain impressed with Ms. Norris' online presence and personal warmth. Petra coordinated among me and my siblings and spouses, with the three of us all living far apart. I saw Petra's business card in the fat portfolio of the drywaller; he also respected Petra's acumen and integrity. She listened to us, worked with us, gave great advice. I cannot recommend Petra highly enough.
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Lakeland Real Estate Group, Inc.