Homes zoned for
Southwest Elementary School
Family-friendly Lakeland living between Tampa and Orlando
34
Homes for sale
$334,500
Median list price
$190
Avg price / sqft
57
Median days on market
The Southwest Elementary attendance zone sits in a practical, family-oriented corner of Lakeland, close enough to feed into schools like Sleepy Hill Middle School and Kathleen Senior High School for households planning around the school calendar. It's an easy base for commuters, too — downtown Tampa is about 37 minutes out and Walt Disney World is roughly 53, so you can work one way and play the other. This is everyday Central Florida, where new roofs and cul-de-sac streets matter more than flash.
For buyers, the numbers tell a steady, mid-market story. There are 36 active listings across a wide $145,000 to $699,000 range, with a median list price of $319,995, and 13 of those are new construction — a real opening if you want something turnkey. Homes sold over the last year closed at a median of $323,700 with sellers getting 98% of asking, so it's balanced rather than frantic. Browse the full picture of Lakeland homes for sale or check the live map to see how listings sit relative to the schools.
Southwest Elementary School is an attendance zone in Lakeland, Florida.
Quick facts
$145,000 – $699K price range
1,622 sqft median home
$235/mo median HOA
$1,399/mo median rent
196 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in this zone
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$370,000
4547 Windee, Lakeland FL 33811, LAKELAND
4 bd · 3 ba
$359,900
730 MARTINIQUE CIRCLE, LAKELAND
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,651 sqft
$560,000
2411 OLD MEDULLA ROAD, LAKELAND
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,117 sqft
$395,065
1303 MOTTLED DUCK LANE, LAKELAND
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,005 sqft
$374,760
1793 BURROWS AVENUE, LAKELAND
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,715 sqft
$369,900
4570 WINDEE AVENUE, LAKELAND
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,484 sqft
$240,000
1155 W 5TH STREET, LAKELAND
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,045 sqft
$157,000
223 WINDSOR STREET UNIT 6, LAKELAND
2 bd · 1 ba · 748 sqft
$339,000
552 PALENCIA PLACE, LAKELAND
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,295 sqft
$339,950
527 PRINCESS PLACE, LAKELAND
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,830 sqft
$155,000
616 COTTAGE LANE UNIT 616, LAKELAND
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,176 sqft
$279,900$284,900
3142 HENDERSON CIRCLE W, LAKELAND
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,457 sqft
Every active listing inside the Southwest Elementary School attendance boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Southwest Elementary School market
196
Sold, last 12 months
$329,945
Median sold price
98%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
29 days
Median time to sell
Southwest Elementary School vs Lakeland
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 11.0% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Southwest Elementary School boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Southwest Elementary School home
≈ $2,420/mo
$334,500 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$235/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$1,399/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
8,121
Median age
42
Median income
$62,806
Median home value
$239,752
Beyond the listings
Living in Southwest Elementary School
Lifestyles
Top 18% in the U.S.Nerd Culture
These people aren't afraid to nerd out. Common activities include comic books, video games, and often intellectual pursuits.
Active
Fitness Obsession
Passionate about strength training, this population relies heavily on the encouragement of the exercise community. While these people seek the latest fitness techniques, they're also interested in supplements and equipment.
Entertainment
Lighthearted Fun
This population is all about keeping the mood light and good, clean fun. Common activities include spending time outdoors, catching up with friends, and dancing.
Pieces of History
You can find these people researching an upcoming exhibit at the natural history museum or learning about a famous monument. This population enjoys learning about the past.
Appearance oriented
Body Art
Who says the body isn't a canvas? This population loves talking about tattoos, body art and piercings.
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.
People who close here
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REALTOR®
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REALTOR®
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CEO & Managing Broker
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Straight answers
Southwest Elementary School FAQs
Is the Southwest Elementary zone a good place to live?+
It's a solid, family-oriented pocket of Lakeland with easy access to both Tampa and Orlando — about 37 minutes to downtown Tampa and 53 to Walt Disney World. The zone connects to established schools like George W. Jenkins Senior High, which matters for buyers planning around the school calendar. It suits commuters and growing households who want everyday convenience over resort polish.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
Not by Central Florida standards — the median list price is $319,995 and homes have been selling at a median of $323,700. With active listings ranging from $145,000 to $699,000, there's genuine room for both budget-conscious and move-up buyers. Average price per square foot runs about $187 on a median home size of 1,622 square feet.
What do homes cost in this area?+
Active listings currently span $145,000 to $699,000, with a median list price of $319,995. Over the past 12 months, 192 homes sold at a median price of $323,700. You can see how each listing stacks up on the live map.
How is the market right now?+
It's steady and balanced rather than overheated. Homes take a median of about 55 days to sell, and sellers are getting 98% of their asking price on average — enough movement to keep prices firm but with real room to negotiate. The 13 new-construction listings among the 36 active homes give buyers extra choice.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
Costs here are moderate: the median HOA runs about $138 per month, and only one active listing is in a gated community, so many homes carry no HOA at all. Median property tax is around $2,551 per year. If you're weighing renting first, the median rent in the area is about $1,372 per month.
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