New Homes In Lakeland, FL

Lakeland, which is in Polk County, has some of the lowest taxes anywhere in the I-4 corridor. Lakeland's Income Tax is 0%, compared to the rest of the U.S. average at 4.6% - making Lakeland, FL, a very affordable place to live.

The city's many lakes include Lake Mirror, with its Frances Langford promenade and neoclassical Hollis Garden. Hollis Gardens, a lakefront botanical garden, boasts more than 10,000 flowers, beautiful fountains, and a picturesque view of Lake Mirror. Lake Mirror Park was recently voted one of the ten great public spaces in the United States.

Barnett Family Park is a local favorite. Located at the top of the Lake Mirror Amphitheater, the park includes a splash pad water feature, two playgrounds, a labyrinth, a covered picnic area, restrooms, and a multipurpose field.

Designed for small children, ages 3-5, Sunflower Preschool Playground is part of Barnett Family Park. The park's equipment is specially selected to help little ones develop coordinated motion, balance, and climbing skills.

Explorations V Children's Museum has three floors of kid-powered, hands-on exhibits and mind-stretching programs in the arts and sciences to celebrate the five senses! Exhibitions and programs vary throughout the year. Read more about family fun in Lakeland!

Spring Training draws thousands to Joker Marchant Stadium, home of the Detroit Tigers and Lakeland's Flying Tigers. Just 2 miles north of downtown, Joker Marchant Stadium is fun for baseball fans of all ages.

The Downtown Farmers Curb Market is open every Saturday from 8 am to 2 pm, September through May (and 8 am-1 pm in June and July). Instead of ending at the railroad tracks, the Market now extends South to Lemon St. for two additional blocks (with plenty of room for social distancing between vendors).

The Lakeland area is home to four universities: Southeastern University, Florida Polytechnic University, Polk State College's Lakeland campus, and Florida Southern College, which hosts the most extensive on-site collection of Frank Lloyd Wright architecture.

The Polk Museum of Art's collection ranges from pre-Columbian artifacts to contemporary paintings. One of the top 10 Art Museums in Florida, the Polk Museum of Art has a diverse exhibition schedule, dynamic event calendar, and comprehensive educational programming. The Polk Museum of Art at Florida Southern College is genuinely more than an art museum.

The Imperial Symphony Orchestra, founded in 1965, has been educating, entertaining, and inspiring central Florida audiences for more than 50 years.

The Polk Theatre is a 1,400-seat historic theatre. It was built in 1928 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Offering a mix of films and live theatre.

Residents also enjoy the Florida Dance Company, Lakeland Community Theatre, and the R.P. Funding Center (formerly The Lakeland Center) plays host to many events.

Then there's Bok Tower Gardens, Local Artists & Art Galleries, Polk County History Center, and much more in the Lakeland area to enjoy.

Describe the item or answer the question so that site visitors who are interested get more information. You can emphasize this text with bullets, italics or bold, and adHere is a sampling of the many choices and variety of cuisine in Lakeland:

Black & Brew Coffee House & Bistro: Hip casual eatery specializing in fresh salads, toasts, flatbreads, pressed sandwiches, and soups. The beverage menu features traditional and inventive espresso beverages, World's Finest Cold Brew, and craft sodas.

The Garden Bistro: On the Lake Mirror side of the Magnolia Building, enjoy fresh homemade salads, sandwiches, soups, and desserts while overlooking the Frances Langford Promenade.

The Chop Shop Bar & Grill: A hot rod culture-inspired diner is serving amazing wings and the best burgers anywhere!

Harry's Seafood Bar & Grill: A New Orleans-style restaurant. Great food, excellent service, good value, and good times.

Lakeland Loft: The Lakeland Loft is a smooth jazz nightspot offering fine cigars and spirits, with a balcony overlooking Munn Park.d links.

There’s always something to do in Lakeland! Events change, and Covid-19 has changed in 2020. But in recent years, some of the events included were:

Swan Derby: An annual community event typically held in April to raise funds for Lakeland Volunteers in Medicine. Enjoy swan boat races, live entertainment, a derby hat contest, youth activities, and fireworks.

Polk Pride Festival: Pride in the park, typically in June, will feature vendors from various LGBT-Friendly organizations, food trucks, community service organizations, and live entertainment.

Mayfaire by the Lake: One of Florida's premier largest, and oldest outdoor art festivals, held on Mother's Day weekend each year, Mayfaire by the Lake is on the shores of beautiful Lake Morton.

Lakeland, FL was voted #11 of 228: Best Cities to Retire in America, and #28 of 228 Cities with the Lowest Cost of Living in America by U.S. News & Reports.

Recent job growth is at 2.9%, higher than the national average of 1.6%. Future job growth is at 42.5%, which is far outpacing the national average of 33.5%! Sources: Niche.com and U.S. News & Reports

One of the South's largest supermarket chains, Publix, is based in Lakeland. Other large employers include Amazon, Geico, Saddle Creek Logistics Services, Sykes, and G.C. Services. The area also has opportunities for those in the education and health care sectors. The Lakeland area is home to Florida Polytechnic University, Southeastern University, and Polk State College, and the Lakeland Regional Health employs a large number of residents. Source: Downtown Lakeland

Located across from the Florida Polytechnic University, BridgeWater has beautiful lakes, a community clubhouse, a swimming pool, a tennis court, a playground, and a fishing pier!

William Ryan Homes Tampa offers five floor plans to choose from, with options to personalize your new home to fit your needs. Square footage ranges from 1,500-2,000 sq ft of living space to over 2,500 should a buyer opt for the 2nd-floor bonus rooms.

Homes will come with a 2-car garage and a low maintenance lifestyle. All William Ryan homes are built to National Green Building Standards (NGBS – Gold Certified) and have Energy Star appliances. Learn more about our BridgeWater community. 

Holiday Walkabout | Tuesday, December 1, 2020 | 6 pm to 9 pm.

The Holiday Walkabout is a family-friendly event held in downtown Lakeland's streets between Lemon and Oak Streets along Kentucky Ave. and Tennessee Ave. Enjoy horse-drawn wagon rides around Munn Park, Santa photos, Santa's Workshop (Free Craft Activities for Kids)  and Ice Skating on synthetic ice at the Elves’ Playground.

First Friday | December 4, 2020 | 6 pm to 9 pm.

Downtown Lakeland. Take pictures with Santa in Munn Park for $5 per person (6:30-8:30 pm), and later, stroll around and enjoy the city's holiday light display.

Downtown shops and restaurants will be open late. Enjoy goodies, giveaways, and discounts from local business exhibitors.