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Lake Placid, FL

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Bask in the beauty of the Caladium Capital of the World

Scenic Affordable Quaint Rural Suburban Lakefront

Nestled alongside the eastern shores of Lake June-in-Winter, Lake Placid offers residents its own unique take on small-town charm. Lake Placid is regarded for its many fine art murals, which adorn numerous buildings scattered throughout the town, adding an artistic feel to the town’s quaint atmosphere.

Lake Placid is undeniably scenic, with its tranquil tree-lined roads, vast stretches of green space, and many freshwater lakes. Nicknamed “the Caladium Capital of the World,” Lake Placid naturally hosts an annual Caladium Festival every summer, bringing the local community together to enjoy the natural beauty their town is so revered for.

Lake Placid’s downtown area stretches along Main Avenue, boasting an array of local eateries and independent shops. A wide variety of houses, apartments, townhomes, and condos are all available for rent at an affordable rate in Lake Placid, making the community a top choice for many.

Rent Trends

As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in Lake Placid, FL is $787 for one bedroom, $863 for two bedrooms, and $1,831 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Lake Placid has increased by 19.3% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$787/month
650 Sq Ft
House
$1,999/month
1,227 Sq Ft
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Transportation

31

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

34

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Lake Placid Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

594 Students

8
out of 10

Lake Country Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

685 Students

6
out of 10

Lake Placid Middle School

Public

Grades 6-9

621 Students

4
out of 10

Lake Placid High School

Public

Grades PK & 9-12

868 Students

4
out of 10

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.