Neighborhood · Lakeland, Florida
Sandpiper
Easy Lakeland living between Tampa and Orlando
28
Homes for sale
$349,950
Median list price
$220
Avg price / sqft
80
Median days on market
Sandpiper sits on Lakeland's north side in Polk County, the kind of established Central Florida neighborhood where daily life is quiet and practical. It falls within the Lake Gibson school zone, feeding Edgar L. Padgett Elementary, Lake Gibson Middle, and Lake Gibson Senior High, and it keeps you within reach of the golf-course community feel found nearby at Grasslands and the lakefront draw of Lake Hollingsworth. The location is genuinely central: about 44 minutes to downtown Tampa and roughly 49 minutes to Walt Disney World.
For buyers, the market here is small and focused. There are 31 active listings across Lakeland homes for sale tied to this neighborhood, with a median list price of $349,900. That price point puts Sandpiper in reach for a wide range of buyers, and with a manageable inventory it pays to move decisively when the right home surfaces near Lake Bentley or over toward Winston.
Sandpiper is a community in Lakeland, Florida.
Quick facts
$229,000 – $385K price range
1,478 sqft median home
$150/mo median HOA
$1,900/mo median rent
65 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Sandpiper
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$282,000
1001 CANARY CIRCLE S, LAKELAND
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,148 sqft
$350,000
5832 SWALLOW DRIVE, LAKELAND
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,814 sqft
$229,000
6213 RAVEN RUN, LAKELAND
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,172 sqft
$345,000
6068 SWALLOW DRIVE, LAKELAND
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,762 sqft
$239,000
6381 EGRET DRIVE UNIT 14, LAKELAND
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,526 sqft
$242,000
6357 EGRET DRIVE, LAKELAND
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,121 sqft
$275,000
6380 EGRET DRIVE UNIT 6, LAKELAND
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,326 sqft
$248,000
6121 KITTIWAKE DRIVE, LAKELAND
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,135 sqft
$237,600$240,000
6264 PEACOCK RUN, LAKELAND
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,028 sqft
$370,000$375,000
6008 SWALLOW DRIVE, LAKELAND
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,857 sqft
$269,000
6228 EGRET DRIVE, LAKELAND
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,468 sqft
$269,000$274,000
669 EAGLE RUN, LAKELAND
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,134 sqft
Every active listing inside the Sandpiper boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Sandpiper market
65
Sold, last 12 months
$265,000
Median sold price
97%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
38 days
Median time to sell
Sandpiper vs Lakeland
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 6.4% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Sandpiper boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Sandpiper is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Sandpiper home
≈ $2,280/mo
$349,950 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$150/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$1,900/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
1,739
Median age
66
Median income
$57,152
Median home value
$228,472
Beyond the listings
Living in Sandpiper
Relationships
Top 23% 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.
Beliefs
Top 23% 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.
Lifestyles
Top 25% in the U.S.Wealth Signaling
Interested in the finer things life has to offer, this population wants to display their lifestyle by discussing luxury products. Often references jewelry, cars, and home features.
Culture
Sites to See
This population finds the most beautiful sites just by looking up. Sunrise, sunset or sometime in between, these people love to marvel at man-made and natural wonders.
Relationships
Networking
Driven to succeed in the business world, this population seeks to progress in their career through networking happy hours, summits, and connecting with other professionals online.
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
Our Lakeland experts
Yordanka Sanchez Quillen
REALTOR®
Brittany Huey
REALTOR®
Kevin Johnson
CEO & Managing Broker
Iain Robinson
Broker Associate
Straight answers
Sandpiper FAQs
Is Sandpiper a good place to live?+
It's a practical, established north-Lakeland neighborhood assigned to the Lake Gibson schools, including Edgar L. Padgett Elementary. The central location means about 44 minutes to downtown Tampa and 49 minutes to Walt Disney World, so commuting and weekend trips both stay easy. It suits buyers who want everyday convenience over resort amenities.
Is Sandpiper expensive?+
No — the median list price is $349,900, which sits below Lakeland's premium lakefront and golf communities. That makes it one of the more attainable entry points among Lakeland homes for sale for buyers watching their budget.
What do homes cost in Sandpiper?+
Right now there are 31 active listings with a median list price of $349,900. Detailed per-square-foot and size data isn't broken out for this pocket, so it's worth comparing individual listings closely with an agent who knows the street-by-street differences.
How is the market here?+
Inventory is small and focused at 31 active listings, which keeps the search manageable but rewards buyers who act when the right home comes up. Because closed-sale data for this specific neighborhood is limited, leaning on nearby comps in areas like Winston helps you price an offer with confidence.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
Specific HOA and property-tax figures aren't published for the Sandpiper listing set at the moment, so they'll vary by individual home. Always confirm the monthly HOA and annual tax amount directly on each listing before you write an offer.
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