Neighborhood · Lakeland, Florida
Lake Horney
Quiet Lakeland living with easy reach to two cities
7
Homes for sale
$300,000
Median list price
$194
Avg price / sqft
43
Median days on market
Lake Horney sits in the heart of Polk County's Lakeland, a pocket that trades big-city noise for a slower pace while keeping you connected to the rest of Central Florida. Neighbors here draw on the same corridor that serves established communities like Lake Hollingsworth, Dixieland, and Winston, with children zoned to Philip O'Brien Elementary, Crystal Lake Middle, and Lakeland Senior High. The location splits the difference between coasts and theme parks — roughly 49 minutes to downtown Tampa and about 54 minutes to Walt Disney World.
For a buyer today, this is a small, steady market: just 7 active listings with a median list price of $300,000 and a range that runs from $264,900 up to $605,000. Homes here average $194 per square foot on a median size near 1,993 square feet, and over the past year sellers have taken home about 99% of asking — a sign that well-priced homes move without much back-and-forth. If you're browsing the broader Lakeland homes for sale, Lake Horney rewards patience, since inventory is thin and the right fit doesn't surface every week.
Lake Horney is a community in Lakeland, Florida.
Quick facts
$264,900 – $605K price range
1,993 sqft median home
$1,600/mo median rent
9 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Lake Horney
$264,900
1617 MOCKINGBIRD LANE, LAKELAND
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,346 sqft
$450,000$470,000
1224 DUNCAN AVENUE, LAKELAND
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,338 sqft
$300,000$305,000
1639 SKINNER STREET, LAKELAND
3 bd · 1 ba · 1,142 sqft
$299,900$338,000
1024 AVON AVENUE, LAKELAND
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,993 sqft
$390,000$400,000
1231 NEWPORT AVENUE, LAKELAND
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,543 sqft
$605,000$615,000
1211 HUNT AVENUE, LAKELAND
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,685 sqft
$278,000
1615 SKINNER STREET, LAKELAND
4 bd · 1 ba · 1,550 sqft
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The numbers that matter
The Lake Horney market
9
Sold, last 12 months
$388,000
Median sold price
99%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
30 days
Median time to sell
Lake Horney vs Lakeland
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 4.1% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Lake Horney boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Lake Horney is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Lake Horney home
≈ $2,098/mo
$300,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$1,600/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
1,341
Median age
24
Median income
$74,152
Median home value
$290,215
Beyond the listings
Living in Lake Horney
Culture
Top 2% in the U.S.Dance Devotion
Some dance for fitness, others for fun, and a few turn it into a profession. No matter how these people groove to the music, their love for dance is what bonds them.
Beliefs
Top 2% 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 3% in the U.S.Live Experiences
When it comes to entertainment, this population is looking for the ultimate experience. Whether it's a charity fundraiser or a concert, elements such as lights, sounds, and merchandise are critical for a good time.
Lifestyles
Top 3% in the U.S.Student Life
There's more to student life than academics. It's about the experience - from classes and homecoming, to making lifetime friends and alumni events. These are students at school, taking classes online, or finding other ways to be students in their daily lives.
Emotional
Top 5% in the U.S.Memory Lane
Intentionally preserving memories of lost loved ones, joyful times, or reflecting on painful experiences in the past.
Entertainment
Top 6% in the U.S.Late-night Leisure
Ready to turn up when the sun goes down, this population is looking for nighttime entertainment at home or out on the town.
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Straight answers
Lake Horney FAQs
Is Lake Horney a good place to live?+
It's a quiet residential pocket of Lakeland with easy access to both Tampa and Orlando, roughly 49 and 54 minutes respectively. Families are zoned to Philip O'Brien Elementary, Crystal Lake Middle, and Lakeland Senior High, and you're near established neighborhoods like Lake Hollingsworth. It suits buyers who want space and a central location without the bustle.
Is Lake Horney expensive?+
It's moderately priced for Central Florida, with a median list price of $300,000 and active listings running from $264,900 to $605,000. At an average of $194 per square foot, your dollar stretches further here than in many Tampa-side neighborhoods. The median rent sits around $1,600 a month for those weighing renting versus buying.
What do homes cost in Lake Horney?+
Current active listings carry a median list price of $300,000, while homes that actually sold over the past 12 months closed at a median of $354,000. The median home size is about 1,993 square feet at $194 per square foot. Inventory is limited to 7 active listings, so pricing can vary with what's available at any moment.
How is the market in Lake Horney?+
It's a low-volume, stable market — just 8 homes sold in the past year, with sellers netting about 99% of asking on average. The median days on market is 43, so homes don't linger long once priced right. With only 7 active listings, well-prepared buyers should be ready to move when the right property appears.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
There's no reported median HOA fee for the Lake Horney area, which keeps monthly carrying costs simpler than in many gated communities. The median annual property tax runs about $3,681. Always confirm specifics on any individual home, since tax figures shift with assessed value and exemptions.
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