Neighborhood · Lakeland, Florida
Lake Horney
Quiet lakeside living between Tampa and Orlando
7
Homes for sale
$450,000
Median list price
$205
Avg price / sqft
17
Median days on market
Lake Horney sits in the everyday rhythm of Lakeland — a residential pocket in Polk County where mid-sized homes, mature yards, and easy access to the rest of the city set the pace. It's the kind of place that appeals to buyers who want space and a little breathing room without giving up a short drive to the amenities of nearby Lakeland neighborhoods like Lake Hollingsworth and Lake Bentley. Families are drawn to the assigned schools, and the central location keeps both Tampa and Orlando within an hour's reach.
For buyers today, the market here is tight and moves quickly. There are just 7 active listings with a median list price of $450,000, and homes are averaging only 17 days on market before going under contract. With sellers collecting 99% of asking over the last year, this isn't a place for lowball offers — but the range from the high $200Ks to $655,000 means there's room for different budgets, especially compared with pricier addresses like Sandpiper and Winston.
Lake Horney is a community in Lakeland, Florida.
Quick facts
$274,990 – $655K price range
2,481 sqft median home
10 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Lake Horney
$649,000
1433 ELLISON LANE, LAKELAND
6 bd · 5.5 ba · 3,410 sqft
$274,990
1645 HUNTINGTON STREET, LAKELAND
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,482 sqft
$450,000
1231 NEWPORT AVENUE, LAKELAND
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,543 sqft
$615,000
1211 HUNT AVENUE, LAKELAND
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,685 sqft
$450,000
926 HOLLINGSWORTH ROAD, LAKELAND
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,481 sqft
$278,000$298,000
1615 SKINNER STREET, LAKELAND
4 bd · 1 ba · 1,550 sqft
$655,000$669,000
929 CLEARVIEW AVENUE, LAKELAND
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,222 sqft
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Lake Horney market
10
Sold, last 12 months
$374,400
Median sold price
99%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
78 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
▲ 8.5% 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
≈ $2,788/mo
$450,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
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.
Straight answers
Lake Horney FAQs
Is Lake Horney a good place to live?+
It's a steady residential neighborhood in central Lakeland with mid-sized homes, established streets, and assigned schools including Lakeland Senior High School and Philip O'Brien Elementary. The location keeps you within about an hour of both Tampa and Orlando, so it works well for commuters and families alike. If you like the pace of nearby Lakeland neighborhoods, this one fits the same mold.
Is Lake Horney expensive?+
It sits in the middle of the Lakeland market, with a median list price of $450,000 and listings ranging from $274,990 to $655,000. The average price of $205 per square foot is reasonable for the space you get, and there's more entry-level room here than in premium areas like Sandpiper.
What do homes cost in Lake Horney?+
Active listings currently span from about $275,000 to $655,000, with a median list price of $450,000. Homes that actually sold over the past year came in with a median sold price of $374,400, and the median home size is around 2,481 square feet.
How is the market in Lake Horney right now?+
It's tight and competitive — only 7 homes are active, and the median time on market is just 17 days. With 10 sales in the last 12 months and sellers averaging 99% of asking, serious buyers should come prepared to move quickly.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median property tax here runs about $2,479 per year, which is modest for the price point. HOA data isn't available for the current listings, so many homes appear to carry little or no association fee — worth confirming property by property.
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