For Sale
Lakeland, FL
Commercial Real Estate Market Trends & Data
$284
Avg asking sale price
$1,194
Avg asking lease rate
41,958 SF
Avg unit lease size
48,469 SF
Avg building size for sale
6.73%
Average cap rate
Lakeland's Demographic Profile
Lakeland has 49,495 households and a median income of $54,511, providing context for rent absorption and tenant demand across retail and multifamily assets. A +17% five-year population trend is a key signal for evaluating long-term demand in this market.
| Key Demographic Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Population | 121,426 |
| # Households | 49,495 |
| Median age | 39 |
| Median household income | $54,511 |
| Avg household size | 2.0 |
| Renter-occupied housing units | 22,056 |
| 5-year population change | +17% |
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| Nearby Office Markets | Avg Cost/SF | Typical Size | Cap Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeland | $282 | 5,652 SF | 6.88% |
| Highland City | $491 | 5,953 SF | 6.50% |
| Plant City | $156 | 9,085 SF | 8.00% |
| Nearby Industrial Markets | Avg Cost/SF | Typical Size | Cap Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeland | $167 | 64,116 SF | 7.60% |
| Plant City | $142 | 97,349 SF | 7.72% |
| Zephyrhills | $177 | 11,550 SF | 7.80% |
| Nearby Retail Markets | Avg Cost/SF | Typical Size |
|---|---|---|
| Lakeland | $285 | 7,632 SF |
| Auburndale | $173 | 8,319 SF |
| Highland City | $283 | 2,770 SF |
| Plant City | $323 | 9,910 SF |
| Zephyrhills | $1,995 | 2,535 SF |
| Nearby Multifamily Markets | Avg Cost/SF | Typical Size | Cap Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeland | $226 | 184,391 SF | 6.30% |
| Plant City | $279 | 3,477 SF | 10.17% |
| Zephyrhills | $498 | 3,036 SF | 9.89% |
| Winter Haven | $455 | 3,798 SF | 12.62% |
Commercial Properties For Sale in Lakeland
The listings below reflect how current market pricing and building scale translate into active opportunities available today.
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Nearby Commercial Markets
Comparing nearby markets helps investors see whether Lakeland pricing and building scale sit above, below, or in line with surrounding areas.
| Commercial Markets | Avg Cost/SF | Average Size |
|---|---|---|
| Lakeland | $284 | 48,469 SF |
| Kathleen | $123 | 8,847 SF |
| Auburndale | $174 | 15,967 SF |
| Highland City | $412 | 3,543 SF |
Regional Demographic Comparison
This comparison places Lakeland alongside nearby cities to show how population size, household counts, and income levels differ across the region. Viewing these markets side by side helps investors understand whether local demand and income characteristics are concentrated in Lakeland or distributed across surrounding areas.
| City | Population | # Households | Age | Median Household Income | Avg Household Size | Renter Occupied Housing Units | Five Yr Pop Growth % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeland | 121,426 | 49,495 | 39 | $54,511 | 2 | 22,056 | 17% |
| Kathleen | 6,945 | 2,377 | 39 | $56,235 | 3 | 515 | 17% |
| Auburndale | 20,326 | 7,412 | 40 | $70,226 | 3 | 1,967 | 20% |
| Crystal Springs | 1,381 | 539 | 43 | $52,121 | 2 | 112 | 25% |
| Highland City | 13,372 | 4,801 | 39 | $88,884 | 3 | 1,173 | 16% |
Disclaimer: The figures on this page reflect LoopNet's active commercial listings in Lakeland, FL and update as inventory changes. Averages can shift between periods or vary across property types depending on the mix of listings available at a given time, so individual metrics may not reflect broader market trends. These figures are best used as directional benchmarks for early market evaluation. For comprehensive commercial real estate data and analytics, subscribe to CoStar.
FAQs About Commercial Investing in Lakeland
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Is Lakeland a good market for a first-time commercial real estate investor?
Lakeland offers commercial properties across a wide range of sizes and price points. By reviewing the market data and benchmarks on this page, first-time investors can better understand what a typical commercial property looks like before committing capital and narrowing in on specific listings.
How can this market data help me decide whether to buy commercial property for my business in Lakeland?
The pricing and size metrics on this page help business owners compare the cost of ownership against leasing in Lakeland. Typical building sizes and asking prices provide a starting point for evaluating space needs, budget fit, and long term occupancy costs before engaging lenders or brokers.
What should conservative investors focus on when evaluating commercial properties in Lakeland?
Conservative investors often prioritize manageable deal sizes, stable pricing ranges, and cap rate benchmarks shown for Lakeland. These metrics help assess whether current market conditions support steady income potential without relying on aggressive assumptions.
How does Lakeland compare to nearby commercial real estate markets?
Nearby market comparisons highlight differences in pricing, building scale, and cap rate ranges relative to Lakeland. Reviewing these side by side helps experienced investors identify relative value, pricing premiums, or alternative markets that may better align with return targets.
How can this page support early-stage deal screening for Lakeland acquisitions?
This page provides high-level benchmarks for pricing, deal size, and observed cap rates in Lakeland, which are useful for initial market filtering. Institutional and data-driven investors often use these signals to prioritize listings that meet size, pricing, and return thresholds before deeper underwriting.
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