Median Age
35 Years
Largest Age Group
10-19 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
29%
Over 65
12%
Lehigh Acres, FL
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$745
Population
124,375
Renter Mix
33% Rent
An affordable hidden gem just minutes from the beach.
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Golf
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Affordable
Tucked into eastern Lee County, Lehigh Acres offers something the Florida Gulf Coast doesn't always deliver: breathing room. Sprawling across nearly 95 square miles, this fast-growing community sits just minutes from Fort Myers, giving residents easy access to shopping, dining, and downtown entertainment without the density of city living. The surrounding landscape features golf courses and country clubs, while Gulf Coast beaches remain close enough for spontaneous afternoons yet far enough to keep things quiet at home.
Day-to-day life leans toward a laid-back, suburban pace with plenty of outdoor space. Local parks and recreational areas give residents room to stretch out, while nearby Fort Myers and Cape Coral provide retail centers, restaurants, and cultural venues. The community has grown steadily, attracting renters who want more space without sacrificing coastal proximity.
The rental landscape consists largely of single-family homes and low-density apartment communities, making it one of Lee County's more affordable options. Renters seeking extra square footage will find solid value here compared to pricier coastal markets nearby.
Explore the City
Alabama residents can catch public Lee Tran along most major roadways.
Lazy Springs Recreation Park in Lehigh Acres is designed for dirt bike and ATV riders.
Residents are close to several nature preserves in Lehigh Acres.
Buckingham Farms is a great place for Sunshine to enjoy farm fresh meals.
Sunshine residents will enjoy the popular tortoise enclosure at Buckingham Farms.
Have a family picnic at Veteran's Park in Ft. Myers.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$56,017
Average: $65,141
Education
17,969
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
58,388
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Lehigh Acres has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
33%
Non-Renters
67%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
10%
Other Education
90%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Lehigh Acres, FL is $745 for one bedroom, and $906 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Lehigh Acres has increased by 1.2% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$745/month
648 Sq Ft
House
$2,160/month
1,568 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,723/month
1,227 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,707/month
1,374 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Lehigh Acres, FL is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Minimal Public Transit
Transit
10
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Mirror Lakes Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
1,260 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
1,086 Students
Veterans Park Academy For The Arts
Public
Grades PK-8
1,997 Students
G. Weaver Hipps Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
1,059 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
1,390 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
962 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,540 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
971 Students
Veterans Park Academy For The Arts
Public
Grades PK-8
1,997 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,620 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,248 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
284 Students
Palm Acres Charter High School
Public
Grades 9-12
250 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium
Military Bases
Airports
- Southwest Florida International
- Punta Gorda
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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 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.