Neighborhood · Lakeland, Florida
Honey Tree
Affordable Lakeland living between Tampa and Orlando
6
Homes for sale
$174,995
Median list price
$111
Avg price / sqft
289
Median days on market
Honey Tree is a modest, low-key pocket of Lakeland where the appeal is straightforward: manageable homes, a central Polk County location, and easy reach in either direction along I-4. Sitting roughly midway between the coast and the theme parks, it puts Downtown Tampa about 48 minutes away and Walt Disney World around 55 — close enough that a day trip or a Tampa commute is realistic. It's the kind of neighborhood that trades flash for practicality, and buyers who want a foothold in the area without a big price tag tend to look here.
The market reality is buyer-friendly right now. With 10 active listings and a median list price of $177,450, this is one of the more accessible corners of Lakeland, and homes take their time — the median is 140 days on market, which gives you room to negotiate. Over the past year, 11 homes sold at a median of $155,000, with sellers netting about 96% of asking, so there's real space between list and close if you come prepared. If Honey Tree feels tight on inventory, it's worth comparing nearby Sandpiper and Winston for more options at a similar level.
Honey Tree is a community in Lakeland, Florida.
Quick facts
$164,900 – $225K price range
1,730 sqft median home
$405/mo median HOA
$1,875/mo median rent
12 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Honey Tree
$164,900
1836 N CRYSTAL LAKE DRIVE UNIT 87, LAKELAND
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,730 sqft
$164,900$179,000
1836 N CRYSTAL LAKE DRIVE UNIT 70, LAKELAND
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,482 sqft
$179,990$189,990
1836 N CRYSTAL LAKE DRIVE UNIT 104, LAKELAND
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,730 sqft
$224,900
1880 N CRYSTAL LAKE DRIVE UNIT 12, LAKELAND
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,520 sqft
$170,000
1836 N CRYSTAL LAKE DRIVE UNIT 95, LAKELAND
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,730 sqft
$210,000
1880 N CRYSTAL LAKE DRIVE UNIT 4, LAKELAND
2 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,960 sqft
Every active listing inside the Honey Tree boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Honey Tree market
12
Sold, last 12 months
$155,000
Median sold price
95%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
76 days
Median time to sell
Honey Tree vs Lakeland
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 24.0% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Honey Tree boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Honey Tree is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Honey Tree home
≈ $1,717/mo
$174,995 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$405/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$1,875/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
688
Median age
36
Median income
$53,563
Median home value
$156,100
Beyond the listings
Living in Honey Tree
Hobbies & Interests
Top 5% in the U.S.Engine Enthusiast
This population loves working on and showing off their cars, trucks and motorcycles. You can find them researching car shows and the hottest models on the lot.
Culture
Top 7% in the U.S.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.
Entertainment
Top 8% in the U.S.Competitive Nature
These folks have their head in the game. Whether it's creating a card game tournament with friends or cheering on the home team, these people want to win.
Relationships
Top 10% in the U.S.My Crew
Family, and friends who are like family - that's what this population is all about. These people love celebrating and nurturing their closest relationships.
Active
Top 15% in the U.S.Organized Sports
From tryouts and casual pick-up games, to varsity tournaments and intramural matches, this population includes people who participate in organized athletics. Often through schools or public recreational areas.
Active
Top 18% in the U.S.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.
People who close here
Our Lakeland experts
Straight answers
Honey Tree FAQs
Is Honey Tree a good place to live?+
It's a practical, affordable neighborhood with a strong central location — about 48 minutes to Downtown Tampa and 55 to Walt Disney World. Homes feed into Crystal Lake Elementary, Crystal Lake Middle, and Lakeland Senior High School. If you want a wider set of choices at the same level, nearby Sandpiper is worth a look too.
Is Honey Tree expensive?+
No — it's one of the more affordable parts of Lakeland, with a median list price of $177,450 and active listings ranging from $110,000 to $269,900. At an average of $128 per square foot, your dollar stretches further here than in many surrounding areas like Lake Hollingsworth.
What do homes cost in Honey Tree?+
Currently there are 10 active listings with a median list price of $177,450, and the median home is about 1,501 square feet. Over the last 12 months, 11 homes sold at a median of $155,000, so recent closings have landed below current asking prices.
How is the market in Honey Tree right now?+
It favors buyers. Homes sit a median of 140 days on the market, and sellers are netting about 96% of their asking price — both signs there's room to negotiate. With only 11 sales in the past year, it's a small, slow-moving market where taking your time pays off.
What are the HOA fees and property taxes like?+
The median HOA here runs about $405 per month, which is on the higher side and worth confirming for any specific property. Property taxes are modest by comparison, with a median around $1,415 per year, and typical rents sit near $1,600 per month if you're weighing an investment.
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