Median Age
40 Years
Largest Age Group
10-19 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
25%
Over 65
18%
Auburndale, FL
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,215
Population
20,326
Renter Mix
26% Rent
Experience small-town charm in the heart of Central Florida
Suburban
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Rural
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Affordable
Located about midway between Orlando and Tampa, Auburndale exudes a secluded sense of small-town charm just east of Lakeland. Auburndale offers a wide variety of affordable houses and apartments available for rent in a laid-back locale brimming with lush greenery and tranquil lakes. Auburndale’s small-town vibe is most evident in its downtown area stretched along Main Street, which touts a bevy of offices, restaurants, and shops in old-fashioned buildings.
Although Auburndale may feel quiet and secluded, the community sits within easy driving distance of Central Florida’s biggest attractions, including the many theme parks of Greater Orlando, Tampa’s vibrant nightlife, and the gorgeous beaches on the Atlantic and Gulf coasts. Getting around from Auburndale is simple with direct access to Interstate 4 and U.S. Highway 92.
Explore the City
Enjoy a day out running or biking the Auburndale trail.
Downtown Auburndale is a hub for many local events throughout the year.
Auburndale has eight large lakes with smaller lakes surrounding them ideal for fishing.
Florida Polytechnic University is one of Florida's newest universities for STEM.
Many lakefront homes in Auburndale have large locks where residents can park their boats.
Satisfy your need for speed at Auburndale Speedway, which hosts weekly races.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$70,226
Average: $86,015
Education
3,871
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
9,176
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Auburndale has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
26%
Non-Renters
74%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
14%
Other Education
86%
Rent Trends
As of June 2026, the average apartment rent in Auburndale, FL is $1,221 for one bedroom, $1,599 for two bedrooms, and $2,017 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Auburndale has decreased by -3.8% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,221/month
595 Sq Ft
House
$1,917/month
1,435 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Auburndale, FL is for everyday living.
Not Walkable
Walkability
10
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
696 Students
Clarence Boswell Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
620 Students
Walter Caldwell Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
860 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
876 Students
Auburndale Central Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
364 Students
Berkley Accelerated Middle School
Public
Grades 6-12
628 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,127 Students
Jere L. Stambaugh Middle School
Public
Grades 6-8
1,009 Students
Berkley Accelerated Middle School
Public
Grades 6-12
628 Students
Public
Grades PK & 9-12
1,898 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
39 Students
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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 June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.