Neighborhood · Lakeland, Florida
John Cox
Quiet Lakeland living close to everything
John Cox is a small, settled pocket of Lakeland in Polk County, the kind of place where houses turn over rarely and neighbors tend to stay. It sits within easy reach of Lakeland landmarks like Lake Hollingsworth, and shares its stretch of the city with established communities such as Sandpiper, Winston, and Gibsonia. Central location is a real draw here — downtown Tampa is about 42 minutes away, Walt Disney World roughly 52, and both Tampa and Orlando airports are inside an hour.
For buyers, the story is scarcity. There are currently no active listings in John Cox, and only five homes have sold here in the past 12 months, so inventory is thin and comes and goes fast. Those sales landed at a median of $225,000, with sellers collecting about 99% of asking — a sign that when a home does hit the market, it moves at close to full price.
John Cox is a community in Lakeland, Florida.
Quick facts
$995/mo median rent
5 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in John Cox
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Every active listing inside the John Cox boundary
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The John Cox market
5
Sold, last 12 months
$225,000
Median sold price
99%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
45 days
Median time to sell
John Cox vs Lakeland
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 189.6% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the John Cox boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools John Cox is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
Population
536
Median age
44
Median income
$19,005
Median home value
$162,338
Beyond the listings
Living in John Cox
Relationships
Top 1% in the U.S.Connected Motherhood
Motherhood is a unique journey for every woman. There are highs, lows,and lots to celebrate. These moms seek to share their experiences and engage with a community of moms.
Emotional
Top 3% in the U.S.Memory Lane
Intentionally preserving memories of lost loved ones, joyful times, or reflecting on painful experiences in the past.
Beliefs
Top 5% in the U.S.Spiritual Practices
Making it to church on Sunday, this population is drawn together by their devotion to, primarily Christian, religion. Common activities include worship services and bible studies.
Entertainment
Top 7% 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.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 8% in the U.S.Animal Advocates
Passionate about animal welfare, this population wants to know how best to care for their own pets (with toys and training) and help other animals find their fur-ever home.
Active
Top 11% 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.
People who close here
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Straight answers
John Cox FAQs
Is John Cox a good place to live?+
It's a quiet, established residential pocket of Lakeland with strong central access — about 42 minutes to downtown Tampa and 52 to Walt Disney World. The low turnover, with only five sales in the past year, points to residents who settle in and stay.
Is John Cox expensive?+
No — it's one of the more attainable corners of Lakeland, with a median sold price of $225,000 over the last 12 months. For renters, the median is around $1,248 a month.
What do homes cost in John Cox?+
There are no active listings right now, so pricing is best read from recent sales, which had a median of $225,000. Because inventory is scarce, expect homes to sell quickly when they do appear.
How is the market in John Cox?+
It's tight and low-inventory — zero active listings and just five closings in the past year. Sellers have been getting about 99% of their asking price, so buyers should be ready to act and offer close to list when a home comes up.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
We don't have reliable HOA or property-tax figures for John Cox given how few homes trade here. Any buyer should confirm the specific dues and tax amounts on a given property before making an offer.
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