The Groves at Lake Juliana
935 Groves Blvd,
Auburndale, FL 33823
$1,518 - $3,188
1-3 Beds
Located about midway between Orlando and Tampa, Florida Polytechnic University prides itself on being the state’s newest and most innovative university. Florida Poly specializes in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) education, boasting cutting-edge technology and degree programs that help students prepare for careers in an array of fast-growing industries.
The Florida Poly campus sits in northwestern Lakeland, near the intersection of Interstate 4 and Polk Parkway. If you want to live close to campus, be sure to focus your search on rentals near these roadways. Rentals in Downtown Lakeland may not be within walking distance, but they are just a short drive away.
As of August 2025, the average apartment rent in Lakeland, FL is $980 for a studio, $1,312 for one bedroom, $1,551 for two bedrooms, and $1,884 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Lakeland has increased by 0.1% in the past year.
Studio
464 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$980/month
Average Rent
1 BR
720 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,312/month
Average Rent
2 BR
1,084 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,551/month
Average Rent
3 BR
1,394 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,884/month
Average Rent
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.
Public
Grades PK-5
861 Students
Public
Grades K-5
526 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
803 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
727 Students
Oscar J. Pope Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
410 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
803 Students
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Grades 6-8
649 Students
Lakeland Highlands Middle School
Public
Grades 6-8
1,265 Students
Public
Grades K-12
604 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,218 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,451 Students
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Grades 9-12
2,043 Students
Public
Grades K-12
604 Students
Lake Gibson Senior High School
Public
Grades PK & 9-12
2,080 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
34 Students
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