Area Information

Lakeland is a city in Polk County, Florida, within an hour's drive of both Tampa and Orlando. Lakeland retains its Old Florida charm with a traditional downtown that boasts pretty Mirror Lake, which is surrounded by a historic promenade. With 38 lakes, the city really is a land of lakes. Several have resident swans that are descendants of two royal swans bestowed on the city by Queen Elizabeth in 1954.

Downtown Lakeland is also the site of regular festivals and programs, including monthly food-truck rallies in Munn Park, and First Friday events that feature free music and themed activities.

History and architecture are important parts of Lakeland's personality. Florida Southern College, established in 1883 and located in central Lakeland, has 2,000 students and features a number of buildings designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. The campus sits on a hillside overlooking scenic Lake Hollingsworth, and has more than once been named the nation's most beautiful by the Princeton Review.

Lakeland residents enjoy the local theaters and museums, but also easily access events and programs in Tampa and Orlando via I-4.

Renting in Lakeland

Those seeking apartments for rent in Lakeland can choose from a variety of options, including historic districts with vintage character in town and newer apartment complexes with lush landscaping and pools outside the city's core. Rental prices in Lakeland are more affordable than in major-metro markets in Florida.

Lakeland highlights:

The Detroit Tigers: Detroit's Major League Baseball team comes to Lakeland annually for spring training at Joker Marchant Stadium, north of downtown.
The Polk Museum of Art: This popular museum hosts modern and contemporary art collections and exhibits.
The Florida Air Museum at SUN 'n FUN: An aviation museum and education center that features a major air show every spring.
The Polk Theater: A busy downtown theater that's been called a mini Radio City Music Hall because it has 1,400 seats and maintains the ornate details of its 1928 'movie palace' origins.
Circle Bar B Reserve: This nature preserve draws visitors from around the state. It's just minutes outside of town and features hiking, picnic facilities and a nature center.

459 Beech Ave

2441 E Magnolia St

6783 Treymont Dr

6223 Snow Rd

2014 Charnes Dr

1113 Pogonia Dr

1306 Golconda Rd

1246 Dorothy St

1106 Brook Meadow Dr

3002 Chasewood Dr

1702 Holton Rd

3122 Julia Ct

1415 Ridge Lake Ct

6315 Snow Rd

4416 Highland Ln

1335 W Walnut St

725 S Wilson Ave

811 Krenson Woods Ln

1105 Old South Dr

3245 E Main St #2

2220 Christy Ln

2697 Hickory Ridge Dr

2401 Everett St

1216 E Myrtle St

2117 Ivey Ln

7018 Cascades Ct

3824 Exeter Ln

641 Bald Cypress Dr

720 Lakehurst St

506 S McKay Ave