Lakeland Highlands, FL Community

Discussions, reviews and tips from residents and people considering a move

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Brielle M.

Biggest downsides of living in Lakeland Highlands?

First post here. Just moved here 15 months ago and Rent is about $1,817/month for a decent place. The median home value here is around $352,000, which seems about average. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. What are your go-to spots? Appre...

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Eleanor Campbell

Anyone regret moving to Lakeland Highlands?

Longtime lurker here, I'm retired and Crime rate is something to consider -Lakeland Highlands sits at 446.6 per 100K. Median household income is $106,012, which feels pretty solid for the area. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.

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Brooks Harris

Relocating to Lakeland Highlands, FL -pros and cons?

You can expect to pay around $1,817 for rent here. Rent is about $1,817/month for a decent place. With a population of 11,669, Lakeland Highlands is a small town. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The parks and out...

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Gianna Hernandez

Lakeland Highlands is underrated, change my mind

Homes are going for about $352,000 on average. The unemployment rate is 1.5%, which is pretty low. Median household income is $106,012, which feels pretty solid for the area. Crime rate is something to consider -Lakeland Highlands sits at 446.6 per 100K. You can expect to pay around $1,817 for rent ...

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Aaron Cox

How is the nightlife in Lakeland Highlands?

Hey, We're a young couple and Rent is about $1,817/month for a decent place. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. What neighborhoods would you suggest? Property taxes are high but you get good services. The city has invested a lot...

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Aaron Cox

Is Lakeland Highlands still affordable?

Hey everyone, The unemployment rate is 1.5%, which is pretty low. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, n...

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Aaron Cox

Cheapest neighborhoods in Lakeland Highlands?

Hey, We're a young couple and It's a a small town city with about 11,669 people. With a population of 11,669, Lakeland Highlands is a small town. The median home value here is around $352,000, which seems about average. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Public transit needs a lot of...

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Ian A.

Housing market in Lakeland Highlands right now

Curious what people think. I'm a teacher here and Median household income is $106,012, which feels pretty solid for the area. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. There's a growing tech scene w...

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