Neighborhood · Lakeland, Florida
Southwest Lakeland
Established streets and easy commutes between Tampa and Orlando
6
Homes for sale
$334,450
Median list price
$206
Avg price / sqft
69
Median days on market
Southwest Lakeland is a settled residential pocket of Polk County where mature neighborhoods like Sandpiper, Winston, and the streets near Lake Hollingsworth give the area a lived-in, unhurried feel. It's the kind of place that draws families and commuters who want space without giving up a central position on the I-4 corridor. With Downtown Tampa about 39 minutes west and Walt Disney World roughly 47 minutes east, you get real reach in both directions.
For buyers, the market here is tight and steady rather than frenzied. There are just 6 active listings right now with a median list price of $334,450, and homes are taking a median of 68.5 days to sell — enough breathing room to negotiate. Over the past year 31 homes sold at a median of $297,500, with sellers collecting about 98% of asking, so well-priced Lakeland homes for sale still move.
Southwest Lakeland is a community in Lakeland, Florida.
Quick facts
$157,000 – $550K price range
1,751 sqft median home
$251/mo median HOA
$2,450/mo median rent
31 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Southwest Lakeland
$157,000
223 WINDSOR STREET UNIT 6, LAKELAND
2 bd · 1 ba · 748 sqft
$550,000
503 PRADO PLACE, LAKELAND
6 bd · 6 ba · 2,045 sqft
$274,900$279,900
3142 HENDERSON CIRCLE W, LAKELAND
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,457 sqft
$289,900$299,950
521 W PALMEDEN DRIVE, LAKELAND
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,426 sqft
$379,000$399,950
717 W END CRESCENT N, LAKELAND
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,366 sqft
$425,000$429,000
504 PRADO PLACE, LAKELAND
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,052 sqft
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Southwest Lakeland market
31
Sold, last 12 months
$297,500
Median sold price
98%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
21 days
Median time to sell
Southwest Lakeland vs Lakeland
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 47.6% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Southwest Lakeland boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Southwest Lakeland is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Southwest Lakeland home
≈ $2,496/mo
$334,450 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$251/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$2,450/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
2,199
Median age
53
Median income
$61,133
Median home value
$198,536
Beyond the listings
Living in Southwest Lakeland
Appearance oriented
Body Art
Who says the body isn't a canvas? This population loves talking about tattoos, body art and piercings.
Appearance oriented
All About Hair
Passionate about all things hair, this population is talking about hair tutorials or the hottest celebrity blowout.
Attitudes
Deal Seekers
These people are hunting discounts, contests, and promotions. The population loves a good sale, and they can't wait to share their bargain finds and winnings with friends and family.
Food & Drink
Fueling for Fitness
A population characterized by healthy eating. Often pre-planning for meals for the purpose of fitness and convenience. Likely to participate in meal prep trends.
Food & Drink
Trendy Eats
Meals are a social experience, and these foodies take it to the next level. This population can't wait to snap a pic of their plate and share it before chowing down.
Food & Drink
Sweet Treats
This population has a sweet tooth, and they're looking for treats to satisfy their sugar craving, including candy, cupcakes and flavorful toppings.
Straight answers
Southwest Lakeland FAQs
Is Southwest Lakeland a good place to live?+
It suits buyers who want an established residential feel with quick access to both Tampa and Orlando. Neighborhoods like Sandpiper and the area near Lake Bentley are settled and family-oriented, and homes feed into the Southwest Elementary, Southwest Middle, and Lakeland Senior High cluster. Downtown Tampa is about 39 minutes and Disney around 47.
Is Southwest Lakeland expensive?+
It's moderately priced for the I-4 corridor, with a median list price of $334,450 and homes averaging about $206 per square foot. Active listings currently range from $157,000 up to $550,000, and none are in the $1M-plus bracket. There's no new-construction premium here right now either.
What do homes cost in Southwest Lakeland?+
The median list price is $334,450 with a typical home around 1,751 square feet, while the median sold price over the past year came in at $297,500 across 31 sales. If you'd rather rent, the median is about $2,450 a month. You'll find everything from $157,000 up to $550,000 among the current Lakeland homes for sale.
How is the market in Southwest Lakeland?+
It's tight but not overheated — only 6 homes are active right now, and they're taking a median of 68.5 days to sell. Sellers are getting about 98% of asking on average, so pricing is realistic and there's room to negotiate. The steady pace of 31 sales over the past year points to consistent demand near Lake Hollingsworth.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA runs about $251 a month, though that varies by community and not every street carries one. Median property tax comes in around $3,271 a year. Both are worth confirming per listing, since older neighborhoods near Lake Bentley often have lower or no HOA dues.
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