Neighborhood · Lakeland, Florida
Crystal Lake South
East Lakeland living between two big-city commutes
6
Homes for sale
$286,950
Median list price
$201
Avg price / sqft
122
Median days on market
Crystal Lake South sits on Lakeland's east side, close enough to the Crystal Lake school cluster that families tend to settle in and stay. The neighborhood keeps that quiet, established Polk County feel while putting you between the two metros that shape Central Florida life. You can reach downtown Tampa in about 45 minutes, Walt Disney World in roughly 53, and both major airports — TPA at 59 minutes and MCO at 65 — are an easy day-trip drive.
For buyers, this is a small, focused market right now. There are 6 active listings with a median list price of $289,950, which keeps Crystal Lake South well under the price ceilings you'll find around Lake Hollingsworth or the newer builds near Grasslands. If you're comparing east-side options like Sandpiper and Lake Bentley, the value here is straightforward and worth a look before inventory turns over.
Crystal Lake South is a community in Lakeland, Florida.
Quick facts
$175,000 – $325K price range
1,361 sqft median home
$1,549/mo median rent
27 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Crystal Lake South
$279,000$285,000
1726 CORDOVA CIRCLE W, LAKELAND
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,407 sqft
$324,900$334,900
1615 SENECA AVENUE, LAKELAND
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,602 sqft
$255,000$260,000
1431 HESTER DRIVE, LAKELAND
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,273 sqft
$325,000
1815 LOWRY AVENUE, LAKELAND
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,660 sqft
$175,000
1817 CRYSTAL GROVE DRIVE, LAKELAND
2 bd · 2.5 ba · 944 sqft
$294,900$299,900
1604 CRYSTAL COURT E, LAKELAND
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,314 sqft
Every active listing inside the Crystal Lake South boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Crystal Lake South market
27
Sold, last 12 months
$247,000
Median sold price
98%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
35 days
Median time to sell
Crystal Lake South vs Lakeland
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 27.0% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Crystal Lake South boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Crystal Lake South is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Crystal Lake South home
≈ $1,932/mo
$286,950 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$1,549/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
3,062
Median age
38
Median income
$43,971
Median home value
$121,500
Beyond the listings
Living in Crystal Lake South
Beliefs
Top 1% in the U.S.Politically Engaged
Politically aware, this population is interested in civic issues on both the local and national level. They often discuss candidates for office, taxes, and political ideologies.
Emotional
Top 3% in the U.S.Happy Place
Expressing feelings of safety, comfort and happiness - especially with loved ones.
Relationships
Top 3% in the U.S.Girl Squad
From girls night out to a movie night in with their closest gal pals, this population is all about getting the girls together for an evening of fun.
Attitudes
Top 5% in the U.S.Volunteering & Giving
Expressing a desire to give back and do good for the community, this behavior emphasizes charity. Common activities include volunteering, fundraisers, and donations.
Lifestyles
Top 9% in the U.S.Daily Grind
Whether throwing punches at the boxing club or punching the clock at work, this population likes to talk about their hard work.
Food & Drink
Top 11% in the U.S.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.
People who close here
Our Lakeland experts
Yordanka Sanchez Quillen
REALTOR®
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REALTOR®
Kevin Johnson
CEO & Managing Broker
Iain Robinson
Broker Associate
Straight answers
Crystal Lake South FAQs
Is Crystal Lake South a good place to live?+
It's a settled east-side Lakeland neighborhood organized around the Crystal Lake school cluster, which is a big draw for families wanting a consistent K-12 path. You get quiet residential streets with quick access to both Tampa and Orlando, and neighbors in communities like Winston share the same commuter-friendly location.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
No — the current median list price is $289,950, which sits comfortably below Lakeland's premium lakefront areas. For buyers weighing east-side options, it's one of the more attainable entry points into the market.
What do homes cost in Crystal Lake South?+
Right now there are 6 active listings with a median list price of $289,950. Inventory is limited, so the exact mix shifts quickly — it's worth checking current Lakeland homes for sale alongside this neighborhood to compare.
How is the market right now?+
This is a small, tight market with just 6 homes active at the moment, so choices are focused rather than sprawling. With no recorded sales in the past 12 months in the data, pricing here is best read against nearby east-side communities like Sandpiper to gauge value.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
HOA and property tax figures aren't reflected in the current data for Crystal Lake South, which is common for established neighborhoods with a mix of ownership types. Your agent can pull the exact carrying costs on any specific listing before you write an offer.
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