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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

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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

Downtown Tampa≈ 46 min
Walt Disney World≈ 51 min
Tampa Int’l Airport (TPA)≈ 59 min
Orlando Int’l Airport (MCO)≈ 62 min

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Every active listing inside the Edgar L. Padgett Elementary attendance boundary

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Where the market lives

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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

Edgar L. Padgett Elementary$335K
Lakeland Co.$331K

Price per sqft

Edgar L. Padgett Elementary$215
Lakeland Co.$202

Days on market

Edgar L. Padgett Elementary90d
Lakeland Co.60d

Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling

▼ 8.5% yr/yr

$242K$278K$314KOct ’23Sep ’26

Homes sold per month

01019Oct ’24Sep ’26

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

Principal & interest $1,762
Property tax $123
HOA / fees $150
Insurance (est.) $210

$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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