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Lakeland, FL 55+ active adult communities & homes for sale
Living in Lakeland
Lakeland is a centrally located community in Florida with plenty of activities for the active, outdoor-seeking retiree. Residents enjoy its abundant natural areas, and easy access…
Lakeland is a centrally located community in Florida with plenty of activities for the active, outdoor-seeking retiree. Residents enjoy its abundant natural areas, and easy access to larger metropolitan areas, along with its warm and sunny weather. 55+ communities in Lakeland are becoming increasingly popular with 55 and over homebuyers.
Lakeland Climate & Geography
Lakeland is located in the flatlands between Tampa and Orlando in Central Florida and experiences a typical Florida tropical climate. Hot, humid summers with afternoon thunderstorms lead to dry, mild winters with sunny skies. The landscape is generally level with a large mix of wooded areas and orchards.
There are 38 named lakes in Lakeland. Lakes Mirror, Morton, and Hollingsworth are among the largest and most popular.
Recreation, Culture & Entertainment in Lakeland
As the name suggests, Lakeland’s main attraction is its 38 named lakes. Many of them offer bike trails and fishing, and those interested in birdwatching can enjoy the many acres of Circle Bar Preserve, a protected natural area. Hollis Garden is another popular destination with impressive landscape architecture and neoclassical art.
Lakeland also has a wide variety of antique shopping options, from the Wildwood Antique Mall to numerous vintage boutiques downtown. There is also a downtown farmers market and the Polk Museum of Art.
Lakeland Cost of Living & Taxes
Polk County has a lower cost of living compared to both Florida and the U.S., mainly because the average home cost is much lower. Other factors, like health care, utilities, and transportation are lower than average as well. Groceries tend to match the average U.S. cost.
Florida is a popular destination for retirees because there is no state income tax, which includes Social Security benefits and other forms of retirement income, allowing active adults to enjoy more travel and entertainment. The combined sales tax in Lakeland is 7 percent, and property taxes tend to dip below the U.S. average.
Health Care in Lakeland
55+ communities in Lakeland are part of the Lakeland-Winter Haven metro area which ranks within the top 100 communities in Gallup’s Well-Being Index.
The Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center is the only hospital in the city, and it is ranked by U.S. News as the No. 21 hospital in the state as well as high performing in four specialties. Two other high performing hospitals are located nearby, which are AdventHealth Heart of Florida in Davenport and Winter Haven Hospital in Winter Haven.
Frequently Asked Questions
Of the 10 55+ communities in Lakeland, 10 are for sale and none are rentals. By size, there are 2 large communities with over 1000 homes, 3 medium communities with 500-1000 homes, and 5 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Lakeland has 65 homes, the largest has 1604 homes, and the average communities consists of 550 homes.
Yes, there are new 55+ homes available in Lakeland. The most recent communities started in Lakeland include Lakes at Laurel Highlands, Heritage Landings, Lake James. There are also 4 communities in Lakeland that offer new construction homes, including Lakes at Laurel Highlands, Lake James, Sandpiper Golf & Country Club.
Yes, there are gated 55+ communities in Lakeland. Approximately 80.0% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, Lakes at Laurel Highlands is a gated communities with 65 homes, and Lake James is another gated communities with 216 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Lakeland stay on the market for around 419 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $295,328, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in Lake James average around $462,487, while homes in Silver Lakes average around $306,250.
10 communities near Lakeland
108 homes near Lakeland
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,069 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,387 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|2,193 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,456 sq ft
|Manufactured Home
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,597 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,300 sq ft
|Manufactured Home
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,112 sq ft
|Villa
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,852 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,355 sq ft
|Modular
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,306 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,335 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,300 sq ft
|Manufactured Home
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,662 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,662 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,811 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,704 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,481 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,335 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|1 baths
|872 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,863 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,459 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,021 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,767 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,272 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|896 sq ft
|Manufactured Home
Frequently Asked Questions
Of the 10 55+ communities in Lakeland, 10 are for sale and none are rentals. By size, there are 2 large communities with over 1000 homes, 3 medium communities with 500-1000 homes, and 5 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Lakeland has 65 homes, the largest has 1604 homes, and the average communities consists of 550 homes.
Yes, there are new 55+ homes available in Lakeland. The most recent communities started in Lakeland include Lakes at Laurel Highlands, Heritage Landings, Lake James. There are also 4 communities in Lakeland that offer new construction homes, including Lakes at Laurel Highlands, Lake James, Sandpiper Golf & Country Club.
Yes, there are gated 55+ communities in Lakeland. Approximately 80.0% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, Lakes at Laurel Highlands is a gated communities with 65 homes, and Lake James is another gated communities with 216 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Lakeland stay on the market for around 419 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $295,328, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in Lake James average around $462,487, while homes in Silver Lakes average around $306,250.
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