The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 33801 sells for about $270,000, or $182 per square foot.
Prices are down 3.3% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 53 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,167 a month.
ZIP 33801 — Lakeland
The 33801 housing market is currently characterized by low inventory and a slight year-over-year price correction. Demand remains steady, supported by a diverse local economy and a high rate of remote work, though buyers are showing price sensitivity.
This area is well-suited for local commuters and families seeking urban access, as well as investors looking for entry-level housing opportunities.
Median prices moved down 3.3% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 53 days on market with 0.0 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.4% · poverty 20.6% — a stable, low-distress profile.
versus the prior ACS vintage
in-migration and out-migration balanced
ZCTA 33801, Polk County FL
Lakeland maintains a strong economic base with significant employment in computer and math-related sectors, alongside a high share of remote workers.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Florida) — Statewide Uniform Property Tax Lien Priority & Tax Deed Sale Enforcement: Unpaid real ad valorem and non-ad valorem taxes become a first-priority sovereign lien on January 1 of the tax year, superior to all mortgages and private liens. If unpaid by April 1 following the tax year, tax certificates are sold via competitive bidding under § 197.432. State (Florida) — Community Development District (CDD) Special Assessment & Financing Lien Mandate: Binds the parcel to non-ad valorem assessments levied directly by the CDD board to fund infrastructure bonds (capital assessments) and operations/maintenance (O&M assessments). State (Florida) — Florida Constitutional Homestead Exemption & Save Our Homes (SOH) Assessment Cap: Reduces taxable value by up to $50,000: base $25,000 exemption applies to all taxing authorities (including school districts); second $25,000 exemption applies to assessed value between $50,000 and $75,000 for non-school millage. State (Florida) — Florida Ad Valorem Real Property Assessment & Tax Mechanics: Parcels are assessed annually at 100% just value (market value) as of January 1 by county property appraisers. Tax formula: Tax Bill = (Taxable Value / 1,000) * Total Levied Millage Rate. Assessed Value = Just Value - Assessment Limitations.
The area provides access to major regional corridors, with a significant portion of the workforce telecommuting.
The ZIP features proximity to local lakes, including Lake Morton, and various community parks and shopping districts within the Lakeland urban core.
The rental market shows slight downward pressure on pricing with a competitive vacancy environment.
The local economy is anchored by a mix of service, retail, and professional sectors, with a notable concentration of technology-related employment.
The area is served by regional highway networks connecting to the broader Lakeland and Polk County transit infrastructure.
Parcels are subject to standard Polk County municipal and school district assessments.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau and GreatData.com.
- LEGOLAND® Florida Resort4.413.3 mi
- PEPPA PIG Theme Park Florida4.113.5 mi
- Dinosaur World4.517.9 mi
- LEGOLAND® Florida Water Park4.513.2 mi
- Family Fun Center4.56.2 mi
- Bonnet Springs Park4.94.1 mi
- RP FUNDING CENTER4.34 mi
- Keel Farms4.717.6 mi
- Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium4.73.7 mi
- Lake Myrtle Sports Park4.65.9 mi
- Silver Moon Drive-In Theatre4.77.1 mi
- Circle B Bar Reserve4.84.1 mi
- Cinemark Lakeland Square Mall and XD4.65.6 mi
- CMX Lakeside Village 18 & IMAX4.36.1 mi
- Florida Air Museum4.49.1 mi
- Florida Children's Museum4.64.2 mi
- Florida Air Museum4.49.1 mi
- The Ashley Gibson Barnett Museum of Art (The AGB) at Florida Southern College4.63.1 mi
- Fantasy of Flight4.310 mi
- Wonder House4.812.7 mi
- Bonnet Springs Park4.94.1 mi
- Lake Myrtle Sports Park4.65.9 mi
- Circle B Bar Reserve4.84.1 mi
- Common Ground Playground4.83.8 mi
- Hollis Garden4.83.2 mi
- Lakeland Country Club4.43.6 mi
- Cleveland Heights Golf Course4.23.9 mi
- The Club At Eaglebrooke4.58.2 mi
- Schalamar Creek Golf & Country Club Community4.32 mi
- Bartow Golf Course4.111.6 mi
- Willowbrook Golf Course412 mi
- Lakeland Square Mall4.25.7 mi
- International Market World Flea and Farmers Market4.34.4 mi
- Lakeside Village4.56 mi
- Mi Pueblo Flea Market4.26.2 mi
- Publix Super Market at Town and Country Square4.56.1 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A central landmark known for its scenic walking paths and wildlife.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.