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Lakeland, Florida Area DemographicsLakeland, Florida real estate is situated near the center of the Sunshine State, between the large metropolitan areas of Tampa-St. Petersburg and Orlando. With a population of 88,357 (2004 U.S. census estimate), Lakeland is easily the largest city in Polk County (population: 524, 389), the 10th-largest county in Florida, and ranks among the top 25 in the state; Winter Haven (population: 27,885) is the second-largest city in the county, followed by the county seat of Bartow (population: 16,278).
While Polk County has more of a rural character than some of its neighboring counties, Lakeland is a beautiful, modern city that at the same time embraces its historical past. As the economic hub of Polk County, Lakeland is a center for the commerce related to Polk County’s three main industries: phosphate, citrus and cattle. About 75 percent of the phosphate used in the U.S. and 25 percent of the world’s supply is mined in Polk County or a neighboring Central Florida county. Polk ranks sixth among Florida counties in agricultural production and with more than 95,000 acres planted in citrus was ranked first in citrus harvested in 2003-04. Polk is also ranked third in the state in number of cattle in 2004, with an estimated 105,000 head of beef and dairy cows.
Due to its inland location, Lakeland experiences wider temperature fluctuations than many other parts of Florida. The average high during the summer months is 92 degrees and Lakeland can exceed 100 degrees on the hottest days. Winter lows average 50 degrees in the coldest months, with temperatures sometimes flirting with the freezing mark, although rarely for more than a few hours overnight.
Lakeland, Florida History and CultureLakeland, Florida real estate combines the best of old Florida with the conveniences of a modern city. It takes an about an hour to drive from Lakeland to the Gulf of Mexico and a trip to the Atlantic Ocean takes a little longer, but watersports are extremely popular anyway, thanks to Polk County’s 550 lakes of all shapes and sizes. About 80 of the county’s lakes offer public access. There are 38 named lakes and numerous other small lakes in the city of Lakeland.
Lakeland was founded by Abraham Munn, who purchased 80 acres of land in what is now downtown Lakeland in 1882 and donated the land for the town in 1884. Among the names reportedly considered for the town by its residents were Munnville, Red Bug and Rome City. The city of Lakeland was incorporated in 1885 and named for the many lakes in and around the city.
Reminders of Lakeland’s ancient history abound, as archeologists have cataloged bones from dinosaurs, mastodons and extinct marine animals, often discovered as a result of phosphate-mining operations in and around Lakeland. Native Americans roamed the wide-open ranges of Polk County for thousands of years and the Seminole tribe fought three wars with settlers in the 19th century, but settlers had taken over much of the land by the time of the Civil War. Polk County was established from the eastern half of Hillsborough County in 1861 and named for James K. Polk, the 11th president of the U.S. (1845-49).
The world’s largest deposit of phosphate was discovered in Polk County 1881. A climate favorable to citrus, strawberry and cattle production didn’t begin to flourish until the arrival of the railroad in the mid-1880s. Towns popped up overnight, as produce, phosphate and cattle all could reach markets more easily, but the area grew slowly until after World War II, when military training facilities brought young men to the area who stayed or returned after the war. The Lakeland area became popular with retirees and tourists, lured by attractions such as Cypress Gardens, Historic Bok Sanctuary (Bok Tower Gardens) and an affordable cost of living.
Lakeland, Florida Attractions, Activities and AmenitiesLakeland, Florida real estate offers a wide variety of things to do. People who live here choose a less hectic, old-Florida lifestyle, but they will find many of the perks, too, such as: clean air, less crime and traffic and lower taxes. From nearby cow camps to a college campus designed by legendary architect Frank Lloyd Wright, Lakeland has plenty to see and do.
Natural wonders are all around. With so many lakes in the city and county, Lakeland is a water lover’s paradise. Fishing, swimming, boating and water skiing are popular among Lakeland residents and visitors, who enjoy these activities in mostly uncrowded surroundings. The wide open spaces of Polk County attract hunters, hikers, cyclists and bird watchers. More than 100 of golf courses beckon. Charming towns and villages dot Polk County and central Florida and many of them retain links to their historic pasts. It’s no wonder that Polk County and Lakeland are popular with retirees.
Lakeland is home to Florida Southern College, a private, liberal arts school with about 1,800 students that is home to the largest collection (12 buildings) of Frank Lloyd Wright architecture in the world. The city of Lakeland is known for its Promenade of Lake Mirror and the black swans of Lake Morton. Lakeland’s well-maintained historic district includes many large buildings erected from the 1920s to the 1940s, such as the Terrace Hotel and the Marble Arcade.
The annual Sun ’n Fun Fly-in, held annually since 1975 at Lakeland’s Linder Regional Airport, is a weeklong event that draws about 4,000 airplanes and more than 160,000 people to enjoy the wonders of flight.
Nearby Winter Haven is surrounded by 45 fresh-water lakes, which either touch or are contained within its city limits. Fourteen of the lakes are connected by a system of navigable canals. Winter Haven is home to Cypress Gardens Adventure Park, Florida’s first theme park, which opened in 1936. Once the biggest attraction in Florida with its botanical gardens, water ski shows and Southern belles, Cypress Gardens has added thrill rides, including five roller coasters with a sixth planned for 2007.
Saddle Creek Park, between Lakeland and Winter Haven, is almost 800 acres of land converted into a public recreation area from a former phosphate mine.
Other Polk County attractions include: Historic Bok Sanctuary (Bok Tower Gardens) in Lake Wales, with 128 acres of gardens and a 205-foot marble and coquina carillon tower perched on the highest point in peninsular Florida; Cow Camp at Lake Kissimmee State Park, where the lives of cattle ranchers in the 1800s are reenacted on weekends and holidays; International Market World in Auburndale, a flea market featuring more than 800 vendors; Fantasy of Flight, a collection of more than 40 vintage aircraft in Polk City; and Grove House, at Lake Wales, where exhibits and a museum celebrate Florida citrus.
Residents and vacationers enjoy music festivals and drama and dance performances at Theatre Winter Haven and Polk Community College’s 500-seat auditorium. The Florida Citrus Festival, Winterfest and Polk County Fair provide the kind of old-Florida experiences that make Polk County a rare blend of cultural diversity and exhilarating festivity. The Lakeland Center is the county’s primary venue for conventions, sports, concerts and entertainment.
Baseball’s Detroit Tigers have held spring training at Joker Marchant Stadium in Lakeland for 70 years and a Tigers minor-league team plays in Lakeland during the summer months. The Cleveland Indians hold spring training in Winter Haven at beautiful Chain-O-Lakes Park.
Lakeland offers a true escape from the rest of the Sunshine State. Whether you seek a luxury home, a starter home, a condominium, a townhouse or an investment property, NewHomesRealEstate.net can help you find the Lakeland, Florida real estate you desire.
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