Homes zoned forLake Placid Middle School
Small-town lakes living in the heart of Highlands County
43
Homes for sale
$279,000
Median list price
$198
Avg price / sqft
69
Median days on market
Lake Placid sits in the lake-dotted interior of Highlands County, the kind of small Central Florida town where water views and quiet streets come standard. The attendance zone for Lake Placid Middle School folds in a mix of in-town neighborhoods and lakefront pockets, with 10 of the current 42 Lake Placid homes for sale touching the water. It's a practical fit for families who want space and a slower pace without big-city prices.
For buyers, the numbers are genuinely approachable: the median list price sits at $279,450, and homes range all the way from $49,900 up to $2,588,000 depending on how close you get to the water. The market moves deliberately — a median of 66.5 days on market and sellers landing about 94% of asking — which leaves room to negotiate. You can tour the full set on the live map and compare feeder schools like Lake Placid High School and Lake Country Elementary School as you narrow in.
Lake Placid Middle School is an attendance zone in Lake Placid, Florida.
Quick facts
$49,900 – $2.6M price range
1,415 sqft median home
$135/mo median HOA
$1,550/mo median rent
60 sold in 12 months
Living in the Lake Placid Middle School zone
Lake Placid sits in interior Highlands County, in the lake-rich stretch of Central Florida south of the better-known cities along the coast. The attendance zone for Lake Placid Middle School pulls together in-town neighborhoods and the shorelines of the area's many lakes, so daily life here is defined by water and open space rather than strip-mall sprawl. It's a small town, and the zone reflects that — a mix of modest established homes and a handful of larger lakefront properties.
The buyer who thrives here is someone trading pace and price for density and convenience. Families appreciate having elementary, middle and high school options clustered within the community, and retirees and remote workers are drawn by the quiet and the water access. With a median home size around 1,411 square feet, much of the housing stock is right-sized for a first home or a downsize.
This isn't a place for someone who wants walkable urban living or a deep bench of restaurants and entertainment. What it offers instead is room to breathe, genuine lakefront at an approachable cost, and a tight-knit small-town feel. Browse the current Lake Placid homes for sale to get a sense of the range before you visit.
Schools for homes in the Lake Placid Middle School zone
The zone is anchored by Lake Placid Middle School, and families buying here typically plan around a full feeder path through the community's public schools. Nearby elementary options include Lake Placid Elementary School and Lake Country Elementary School, while older students continue on to Lake Placid High School.
Having elementary, middle and high schools all within the same small town is one of the practical draws of buying here — it keeps commutes and after-school logistics simple for families with kids at different ages. We're deliberately not quoting ratings or scores; those change year to year and are easy to look up directly.
One important caveat: school attendance boundaries are redrawn periodically, and a home near the edge of a zone may feed a different school than you expect. Always confirm the exact assigned schools for a specific address with the Highlands County School District before you write an offer.
Homes for sale in the Lake Placid Middle School zone: prices and housing
The market here is affordable by Central Florida standards. Across 42 active listings, the median list price is $279,450, with an average of $200 per square foot and a median home size of about 1,411 square feet. Prices span an unusually wide range — from $49,900 at the entry end up to $2,588,000 for the top lakefront estate — so your budget stretches a long way or not, depending on proximity to the water.
Over the past 12 months, 60 homes sold at a median price of $262,500, and sellers are collecting roughly 94% of their asking price. Segments skew toward value: 10 waterfront listings, 4 with pools and 3 gated, with no active golf-course or 55+ homes and just one property above $1 million. Five listings are new construction, a modest but welcome share in a town built mostly of established homes.
Ongoing costs are light. The median HOA runs $135 per month and generally applies only to specific communities rather than the broader zone, and the median property tax is $1,778 a year. For buyers weighing a rental or house-hack strategy, the median rent sits at $1,550 per month.
Getting around from the Lake Placid Middle School zone
Lake Placid is a small town in interior Highlands County, and getting around is straightforward because the community is compact. Most daily trips — schools, groceries, errands — stay local and short, which is part of the appeal for families who are tired of long suburban commutes.
U.S. 27 is the main north-south corridor through this part of Highlands County, connecting Lake Placid with Sebring and the larger towns to the north. Expect to drive for most things; this is not a transit-oriented market, and a car is essential for day-to-day life here.
Because specific drive-time data isn't published for this zone, plan on test-driving your own key routes — to work, to school, to the stores you use most — before committing. The small scale of the town usually works in your favor on in-town trips.
Is the Lake Placid Middle School zone a good fit?
This zone makes the most sense for buyers who prioritize affordability, water access and a quiet pace. With a median list price of $279,450, property taxes around $1,778 a year and a strong supply of waterfront listings, it's a rare chance to own near a lake in Central Florida without a coastal price tag. Families also benefit from having the full school path — elementary, middle and high — close together.
The trade-offs are real and worth naming. This is a small town, so you give up the shopping, dining and job density of a metro area, and you'll drive for most errands. Inventory in sought-after segments is thin — only four pool homes, three gated listings and five new builds are active right now — so buyers with specific requirements may need to wait for the right property.
The market's measured pace is an advantage if you're patient: a median 66.5 days on market and sellers accepting about 94% of asking leave room to negotiate. Study the current inventory on the live map, confirm the school zone for any address you like, and you'll have a clear read on whether this corner of Highlands County fits your life.
On the market now
Homes for sale in this zone
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$189,900
37 JASMINE STREET, LAKE PLACID
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,406 sqft
$299,000
112 CUMBERLAND STREET, LAKE PLACID
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,108 sqft
$130,000
6 HIDDEN HARBOR LANE, LAKE PLACID
1 bd · 2 ba · 911 sqft
$989,900
275 CATFISH CREEK ROAD, LAKE PLACID
3 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,297 sqft
$2,588,000
492 SUNSET POINTE DRIVE, LAKE PLACID
8 bd · 7 ba · 8,158 sqft
$357,620
208 FIJI WAY NE, LAKE PLACID
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,560 sqft
$199,900
450 ROSE LN, LAKE PLACID
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,344 sqft
$49,900$59,900
1441 CROSSVIEW STREET, LAKE PLACID
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,056 sqft
$240,000$260,000
1102 REDBIRD STREET, LAKE PLACID
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,415 sqft
$234,500$239,900
1739 TAYLOE LANE, LAKE PLACID
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,231 sqft
$284,900$289,900
580 SUMMER HILL DRIVE, LAKE PLACID
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,184 sqft
$319,900$330,000
3011 WATERWAY DRIVE, LAKE PLACID
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,361 sqft
Every active listing inside the Lake Placid Middle School attendance boundary
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The numbers that matter
The Lake Placid Middle School market
60
Sold, last 12 months
$262,500
Median sold price
94%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
54 days
Median time to sell
Lake Placid Middle School vs Lake Placid
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 29.0% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Lake Placid Middle School boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Lake Placid Middle School home
≈ $1,972/mo
$279,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$135/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$1,550/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
22,781
Median age
55
Median income
$57,647
Median home value
$203,500
Beyond the listings
Living in Lake Placid Middle School
Hobbies & Interests
Natural Beauty
This population marvels at the beauty of nature, and they want to capture every breath-taking scene.
Hobbies & Interests
Wanderlust
Always thinking about their next destination, this population loves exploring new places abroad or right in their own backyard. They hold onto past trips by sharing their favorite memories and pictures year round.
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.
Beliefs
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
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.
Food & Drink
Ingredient Attentive
These folks are conscious about what they eat. They're looking for ingredients that not only taste great, but also have great nutritional benefits.
Straight answers
Lake Placid Middle School FAQs
Is the Lake Placid Middle School zone a good place to live?+
It suits buyers who want a quiet, lake-oriented small town over suburban density. The zone blends in-town homes with waterfront pockets, and families can line up feeder schools like Lake Placid Elementary School nearby. If you value space and affordability over nightlife and shopping, it delivers.
Is Lake Placid expensive?+
No — it's one of the more affordable markets in Central Florida, with a median list price of $279,450 and an average of $200 per square foot. Entry-level listings start as low as $49,900, while lakefront and estate properties push up toward the $2,588,000 ceiling. There's genuine range here for different budgets.
What do homes cost in the Lake Placid Middle School zone?+
The median list price is $279,450 across 42 active listings, and the median home runs about 1,411 square feet. Over the past 12 months, 60 homes sold at a median price of $262,500. The spread is wide, so your price depends heavily on whether you're buying in town or on the water.
How is the market right now?+
It's a measured market that favors patient buyers. Homes take a median of 66.5 days to sell, and sellers are accepting about 94% of their asking price on average. With 42 active listings against 60 sales in the past year, there's real inventory to choose from.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
Carrying costs are low. The median HOA is $135 per month and applies mostly to specific communities rather than the whole zone, while the median annual property tax is just $1,778. That combination keeps monthly ownership affordable relative to much of Florida.
What are the schools like for this zone?+
The zone centers on Lake Placid Middle School, with elementary feeders including Lake Country Elementary School and Lake Placid Elementary, and older students moving on to Lake Placid High School. Attendance boundaries can change, so confirm the exact zone for any specific address with Highlands County schools before you buy.
Is there new construction available?+
Yes, though it's limited — five of the 42 active listings are new construction. Most of the market is made up of established homes, so new-build buyers should act when inventory appears. You can filter for current new-construction options on the live map.
Can I find waterfront or pool homes here?+
Waterfront is a real strength, with 10 of the current listings on the water, plus 4 homes with pools and 3 in gated communities. There are no golf or 55+ listings active right now, and only one property above $1 million. For a lake town, the waterfront inventory is strong relative to the price point.
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Other Lake Placid school zones
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