The Shore Luxury Apartment Homes
5680 Waterside Blvd,
Lakeland, FL 33805
$1,480 - $2,250 | 1-3 Beds
Nestled about halfway between two of Florida’s major cities, Lakeland enjoys a tranquil locale along I-4. Lakeland’s laidback atmosphere is complemented by its close proximity to countless metropolitan attractions, sitting within 45 minutes’ driving distance from Tampa and about an hour’s drive from Orlando.
Lakeland is comprised of numerous historic districts and Old Florida-style neighborhoods as well as more modern residential communities. The cost of living in Lakeland is quite affordable, boasting an array of rental homes and apartments that fit a variety of budgets. The cityscape is full of beautifully preserved historic architecture and the Florida Southern College campus is home to a world-famous collective of Frank Lloyd Wright designs.
Lakeland’s vibrant offerings range from MLB spring training games at Joker Merchant Stadium to the vast art collection at the Polk Museum. The city’s relatively isolated location puts thousands of acres of unspoiled nature at your fingertips, from the many wooded areas to the 38 lakes that the city is named after. Some of the most popular outdoor destinations include Lake Mirror and Lake Parker, which feature scenic waterfront parks, as well as the Circle B Bar Reserve, offering nearly 1,300 acres of marshes, wildlife, and bird habitats to explore.
Many Lakeland residents enjoy easy commutes, with the Publix corporate headquarters and Florida Polytechnic University situated within city limits. Direct access to I-4, Amtrak, Greyhound buses, and Lakeland Linder International Airport makes commuting and traveling from Lakeland simple.
As of April 2025, the average apartment rent in Lakeland, FL is $960 for a studio, $1,307 for one bedroom, $1,568 for two bedrooms, and $1,871 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Lakeland has decreased by -1.1% in the past year.
Car-Dependent
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This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
Minimal Transit
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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Bikeable
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While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
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526 Students
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Grades PK-5
861 Students
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803 Students
James W. Sikes Elementary School
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563 Students
Oscar J. Pope Elementary School
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Grades PK-5
410 Students
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803 Students
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649 Students
Lakeland Highlands Middle School
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† 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.
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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.