Lynncrest
Homes for Sale in Lakeland, FL
All 1,284 homes for sale in Lakeland, FL · median $326,450 · 135 homes for sale in 33803 · Polk County homes for sale
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As of November 2026, the MLS records 3 closed sales in Lynncrest in Lakeland, FL since 2013, the most recent in August 2021. Across Lakeland as a whole, 2,881 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $315,000, 54 median days on market, with 1,143 homes for sale today. At that median and Polk County's FY2025-26 rate of 16.19 mills, annual property tax runs about $5,100 ($4,420 with the full homestead exemption).
Lynncrest is an older Lakeland pocket where price is driven almost entirely by condition and updates, not by square footage. With a median build year of 1953 and homes dating as far back as 1920, you are buying into original bones. The gap between a thoughtfully renovated house and a deferred-maintenance one is wide here, and that spread - not any single price band - is the real story. Expect to underwrite each home on its own merits.
As of August 2026 there are no active listings against 59 homes, so inventory is effectively dry. For a seller, that scarcity is leverage if your home is in good shape. For a buyer, it means patience and readiness to move when something does list - you will not have a shelf of options to compare side by side.
Figures in this note are as of October 26, 2026. The live market numbers elsewhere on this page update nightly and are newer.
Nearby homes for sale
No active listings inside LYNNCREST right now. These are the 6 closest homes on the market, by straight-line distance from the community's center; some may sit just outside its boundary.
Listing data from the MLS feeds named on each listing page; deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Refreshed nightly.
The 60-Second Overview
Lynncrest is a small, established neighborhood of 59 homes in central Lakeland, built mostly mid-century with a scattering of pre-war properties, and a median living area around 1,500 square feet. With no community amenities identified, the draw is the housing stock and the location rather than any shared facilities.
Stellar MLS sales records identify 30 homes in LYNNCREST that have changed hands since 2007, built between 1920 and 1986 (median 1953), with a median living area of about 1,184 sq ft and a typical 3-bedroom, 1-bath layout; 100% are single-family homes. Source: Stellar MLS closed-sale history compiled by Momentum Research; counts reflect homes with a recorded MLS sale, not every home in the community.
Pre-construction details are compiled from public records, builder announcements and builder listings, and are subject to change without notice; figures are deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Momentum Research figures are our own analysis. This page describes homes, pricing and community attributes, not residents.
Who Lynncrest is best for.
Best for
- Buying to renovate and willing to underwrite an older home on its condition
- Buyers who want a compact, mid-century footprint in a central Lakeland location
- Holding for the long term and comfortable waiting for the right listing to surface
Probably not for
- Needing to choose from multiple active listings right now
- Wanting new construction or community amenities
- Preferring a turnkey home with no deferred-maintenance risk
The market around Lynncrest
Lynncrest is a small community — 4 recorded sales on file, most recently in 2014 — too few for its own price trend. Here is the market around it.
In ZIP 33803, 146 homes are on the market and 21% are under contract — a steady corner of Lakeland.
Across Polk County, 5,189 homes are active and 1,757 pending (25% under contract).
Homes here are single family residence.
In ZIP 33803 (Lakeland), 179 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $362K ($201/sq ft), up 4.9% year over year, with a median 55 days on market. Right now 4 active listings. See the live ZIP 33803 housing market and the Polk County market.
ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Lynncrest specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.
Schools
- Polk County Public Schools
- Verify the zoned schools by address
- Magnet and choice options may be available
- Polk County Public Schools (verify by address) · Public
- Confirm zoned elementary, middle, and high · By address
- Magnet and choice options may apply · Choice
Zoned schools reflect the assignments reported on recent Lynncrest listings and can change; always confirm with Polk County Public Schools for a specific address.
Buying with schools in mind? We can confirm the exact zoned schools for any Lynncrest address.
Recent Developments in Lynncrest
Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Lynncrest, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated October 2026.
- September 2026Development
Pointe Grand Opens 288 Apartments at 901 Patriot Drive in South Lakeland
Hillpointe's Pointe Grand opened in June 2026 with 288 two-bedroom apartments of about 1,170 square feet each. As of mid-September 119 units, or 42 percent, were occupied, with rents starting at $1,540 per month plus a $199 monthly fee. The city raised the allowed unit count from 152 to 288 in 2022.
What it may mean for the marketThe new rental supply adds 288 units in south Lakeland, and the lease-up pace gives a read on current rental absorption. The site is about 4 miles southwest of Lynncrest.
Source: LkldNow - September 2026Infrastructure
Lakeland Approves Three-Year Uber Agreement at Lakeland Linder International Airport
On Sept. 8 the Lakeland City Commission voted 7-0 for a three-year, non-exclusive agreement with Rasier LLC (Uber) at Lakeland Linder International Airport, with a $1.75 fee per passenger pickup or drop-off. The same meeting approved a $400,000 citywide stormwater master plan funded with $300,000 in federal hazard mitigation money and $100,000 from the city.
What it may mean for the marketRide-hail access at Linder adds a ground transportation option for air travelers, and the stormwater plan will identify drainage needs. The site is about 6 miles west of Lynncrest.
Source: DailyRidge - August 2026Civic
Lakeland Commission Approves 12-Month Moratorium on Data Center Permit Review
The Lakeland City Commission voted 4-3 to pause review of data center permit applications for 12 months so staff can study impacts and regulations. Lakeland Electric will draft requirements for large-load customers. The 600,000-square-foot Project Swan proposal on about 60.5 acres in West Lakeland was withdrawn in June, and no applications are pending.
What it may mean for the marketThe pause removes near-term large data center construction from the city's pipeline and defers large electric loads while rules are written. The site is about 4 miles west of Lynncrest.
Source: Lakeland Sun (Mid-Florida Newspapers) - July 2026Development
Lakeland Commissioners Approve Zoning Changes for Hallam Drive and Laura Road Projects
Lakeland commissioners unanimously approved zoning changes on July 20, 2026 for two projects. One rezones 17 acres at 1212 Hallam Drive for 24 single family homes on 1.5 acre lots, and the other rezones 3.87 acres at 559 Laura Road for a proposed self storage facility.
What it may mean for the marketRezonings clear the way for new low density housing and commercial storage in Lakeland, adding to residential lot supply and local commercial infrastructure. The project is about 2 miles south of Lynncrest, elsewhere in Polk County.
Source: LkldNow - June 2026Civic
Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital to Open July 8
Orlando Health will open its seven-story Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital at 4000 Lakeland Highlands Road on July 8, 2026. The facility has more than 300 inpatient beds, 11 operating rooms, and a Center for Women and Babies, and is reported to add more than 1,500 jobs.
What it may mean for the marketA new full service hospital adds major health infrastructure and a large employment anchor to south Lakeland, supporting commercial activity and property demand around the site. The project is about 4 miles southwest of Lynncrest, elsewhere in Polk County.
Source: LkldNow - May 2026Retail & Dining
La Pinata Mexican Restaurant Coming to Lakeland's Dixieland
La Pinata, a Mexican restaurant from four Michelin trained partners, is opening at 850 S. Tennessee Avenue in Lakeland's Dixieland neighborhood, the former Patio 850 space. Weekend pop up service is already running, with full indoor dining planned for later in summer 2026.
What it may mean for the marketA new sit down restaurant adds dining options and reinvests in a vacant storefront in Lakeland's Dixieland commercial district. The project is about 2 miles west of Lynncrest, elsewhere in Polk County.
Source: Lakeland Gazette
Summaries reflect public reporting and official sources linked above as of the dates shown. Project details, timelines, and approvals can change. Commentary on potential market effects is general observation, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific property. For the freshest items across the whole region, see This Week in Northeast Florida.
The Lynncrest buying strategy.
If we were buying in Lynncrest today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.
Underwrite the condition first. Price the roof, HVAC, and systems honestly before judging any list price; condition swings value here more than square footage alone.
Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.
Move deliberately, not desperately. Neither side has a decisive edge, so a well-prepared, fairly-priced offer wins without overpaying.
Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.
Keep an agent in your corner. The listing agent works for the seller; we represent you and prepare a hand-built valuation before any offer in Lynncrest.
An older stock that rewards due diligence
The age range here - 1920 to 2003, with the median at 1953 - tells you to expect variety under the roof. Some homes have been updated over the decades; others carry original systems, wiring, and layouts. Living space clusters near 1,501 square feet at the median, so these are modest-footprint homes where renovation quality, not size, separates one listing from the next.
Homestead share sits just under half at roughly 49%, meaning a meaningful portion of these homes are held as something other than a primary residence. That mix can mean more turnover potential over time, but with zero active listings right now, the immediate reality is a tight, low-churn market. Inspection and a clear scope of work matter more here than in a newer subdivision.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Lynncrest. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Why work with Momentum here
In a neighborhood with no active listings and a wide condition-driven value spread, the edge comes from knowing what trades off-market and how to read an older home's true cost. We help buyers pressure-test a 1953-era house before they commit, and we help sellers position condition honestly against thin competition so the scarcity actually works in their favor.
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| Location | Lakeland, Polk County, FL · ZIP 33803 |
|---|---|
| Homes in the community | 59 (FL DOR 2025 assessment roll) |
| Years built | 1920–2003 (median 1953) |
| Typical living area | 1,501 sq ft (median) |
| For sale right now | 0 active, 0 pending |
| Owner-occupied (homestead) share | 49% |
| Zoned public schools | Polk County Public Schools (verify by address); Confirm zoned elementary, middle, and high; Magnet and choice options may apply |
Data as of August 2, 2026. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period 2013 through 2021; housing-stock figures from Florida Department of Revenue public records. Market figures describe homes, not residents. Cite as: Momentum Realty, “Lynncrest key facts,” movewithmomentum.com/neighborhoods/lynncrest-lakeland, data as of August 2, 2026.
Housing distress & ownership in LYNNCREST, Lakeland
Who owns here, how much is not owner-occupied, and how much for-sale inventory is under distress.
Source: Momentum Realty Research. Ownership & parcels from the FL DOR 2025 tax roll; distress from MLS active-listing status/remarks; price from MLS closed sales. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period October 2026 through October 2026. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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Streets in this community
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- Richmond Road (11 homes on record)
- Richmond Road (4 homes on record)
- Sylvester Road (1 homes on record)
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Data sources & freshness
| Live listings | Stellar MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: June 30, 2026) |
| Housing stock & ownership | Florida DOR assessment roll (community parcel extract) |
| Under-contract shares | Stellar MLS records, as of 2026-08-01 |
| Schools | 2025-26 district assignments + FLDOE school grades; verify with the district |
| Historical depth | Closed-sale records back to 2013 (3 transactions analyzed) |
Verify the primary sources yourself: Florida DOR · U.S. Census · FEMA flood maps · Citizens Property Insurance.
Momentum Research figures are our own analysis of Stellar MLS records; MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Methodology: how Momentum market scores are computed. Market metrics describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.
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