
Homes zoned for
Edgar L. Padgett Elementary
Room to grow between Tampa and Orlando
46
Homes for sale
$334,500
Median list price
$215
Avg price / sqft
90
Median days on market
The Edgar L. Padgett Elementary zone sits in north Lakeland, the kind of Polk County pocket where new rooftops are going up alongside established streets and you're never far from a middle or high school. It feeds into schools like Sleepy Hill Middle School and Kathleen Senior High School, and its position along the I-4 corridor puts both Tampa and Orlando within reach — downtown Tampa is about 46 minutes and Walt Disney World roughly 51. It's a practical, family-first part of Lakeland rather than a resort-style enclave.
For buyers, the market here is approachable: the median list price is $330,000, and with 14 of the 51 active listings being new construction, there's genuine choice at the entry level. Homes sit a median of 69 days before selling, and sellers are landing about 97% of asking — a balanced picture that leaves room to negotiate. Browse the current inventory on the live map to see how the range plays out street by street.
Edgar L. Padgett Elementary is an attendance zone in Lakeland, Florida.
Quick facts
$99,900 – $699K price range
1,554 sqft median home
$150/mo median HOA
$1,850/mo median rent
148 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in this zone
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$409,999
1607 WRIGHT DRIVE, LAKELAND
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,102 sqft

$309,997
853 TRINA LANE, LAKELAND
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,264 sqft

$269,000
6015 SEAGULL LANE, LAKELAND
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,481 sqft

$290,000
425 W DAUGHTERY ROAD, LAKELAND
3 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,525 sqft

$269,000
6303 EGRET DRIVE, LAKELAND
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,335 sqft

$119,900
310 MARTIN DRIVE, LAKELAND
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,248 sqft

$359,000
257 PADGETT PLACE N, LAKELAND
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,662 sqft

$299,950$315,000
5836 DAUGHTERY DOWNS LOOP, LAKELAND
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,686 sqft

$285,000
6019 CONDOR DRIVE, LAKELAND
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,459 sqft

$197,500
6464 SANDPIPERS DRIVE UNIT 2, LAKELAND
2 bd · 1 ba · 872 sqft

$699,000
8515 TOM COSTINE ROAD, LAKELAND
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,271 sqft

$295,000$304,000
348 VINEYARD DRIVE, LAKELAND
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,622 sqft
Every active listing inside the Edgar L. Padgett Elementary attendance boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Edgar L. Padgett Elementary market
148
Sold, last 12 months
$275,000
Median sold price
97%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
30 days
Median time to sell
Edgar L. Padgett Elementary vs Lakeland
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 8.5% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Edgar L. Padgett Elementary boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Edgar L. Padgett Elementary home
≈ $2,245/mo
$334,500 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
$1,850/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
10,923
Median age
41
Median income
$58,124
Median home value
$227,096
Beyond the listings
Living in Edgar L. Padgett Elementary
Beliefs
Top 11% 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.
Food & Drink
Top 19% in the U.S.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.
Active
Top 19% 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.
Active
Top 20% 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.
Entertainment
Top 21% 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.
Attitudes
Top 21% in the U.S.Deal Seekers
These people are hunting discounts, contests, and promotions. The population loves a good sale, and they can't wait to share their bargain finds and winnings with friends and family.
People who close here
Our Lakeland experts
Straight answers
Edgar L. Padgett Elementary FAQs
Is the Edgar L. Padgett Elementary area a good place to live?+
It's a solid choice for families who want school access and space over resort amenities — the zone connects to schools like Kathleen Senior High School and sits along the I-4 corridor with Tampa about 46 minutes out. It leans practical and residential, with a steady mix of established homes and new construction.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
Not by Central Florida standards — the median list price is $330,000 and listings run from $79,900 up to $1,700,000. With an average of $212 per square foot and a median home size of 1,573 square feet, there's a range that works for first-time buyers and move-up families alike.
What do homes cost in this zone?+
Over the last 12 months, 142 homes sold at a median price of $275,000, while today's active median list price is $330,000. That gap reflects the 14 new-construction listings currently on the market, which tend to price above resale homes.
How is the market right now?+
It's balanced and buyer-friendly: homes take a median of 69 days to sell and sellers are getting about 97% of their asking price. With 51 active listings to choose from, you can see the full picture on the live map.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
Costs here are modest — the median HOA runs about $150 a month and median property tax is roughly $1,645 a year. If you're weighing renting first, the median rent in the area is around $2,000 per month.
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