8365 US 98 N hwy - 8365 US Hwy 98 N (Wilder) 4.97 Acres of Commercial Land Offered at $3,000,000 in Lakeland, FL 33809

Positioned at a high-visibility hard corner along Lakeland’s primary retail corridor, this 4.97-acre site offers unmatched development potential in one of Central Florida’s fastest-growing markets. Zoned NAC, the property supports a wide array of permitted uses including medical and general office, retail, restaurants, banks, and convenience services. The site is level and dry, with electric and sewer infrastructure already in place and water access from two road frontages. Located just five miles north of I-4, the property benefits from 42,000 vehicles per day and a surrounding population of over 86,000 within a five-mile radius.
Lakeland’s strategic location between Tampa and Orlando, combined with its robust infrastructure—two major airports, CSX rail access, and proximity to I-75, I-95, and Hwy 27—makes it a magnet for corporate investment. The city is home to major employers like Publix, GEICO, and FedEx, and boasts a strong labor pool supported by nearby universities. With a median household income nearing $73,000 and projected population growth exceeding 1.9% annually through 2030, this site is ideally positioned for retail, service, or mixed-use development.
Whether you're seeking a prime location for a flagship retail center, medical office campus, or neighborhood-serving commercial hub, this site delivers the visibility, access, and demographic strength to support long-term success.