Winter Haven

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Winter Haven, FL

Area Guide

Lake-filled Winter Haven is simply dazzling.

Lakes Outdoor Activities Historic Great Location Walkable Downtown Family-Oriented

Winter Haven, located in Central Florida's lakes region, features 50 lakes within its borders, earning its nickname "The Chain of Lakes City." The community offers diverse rental options, from lakefront properties to downtown apartments. Current average rents range from $1,010 for studios to $1,835 for three-bedroom homes, with rental rates showing minimal fluctuation between -0.6% to 1% across unit sizes. The historic Interlaken neighborhood showcases colonial revival architecture, while other areas of the city offer contemporary living spaces.

The interconnected lakes and canals create opportunities for boating, fishing, and water sports. Winter Haven's water skiing legacy is particularly notable, as the city has produced more Water Ski Hall of Fame inductees than any other location globally. Downtown's Central Avenue offers local shopping and dining options, while Legoland Florida, located on the former Cypress Gardens site, stands as a prominent regional attraction. With average temperatures of 74.6°F, the subtropical climate supports year-round outdoor activities. The city's position between Tampa and Orlando provides convenient access to both metropolitan areas.

Rent Trends

As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Winter Haven, FL is $1,056 for a studio, $1,281 for one bedroom, $1,523 for two bedrooms, and $1,795 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Winter Haven has decreased by -2.2% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,281/month
714 Sq Ft
House
$1,889/month
1,516 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,397/month
1,005 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,321/month
894 Sq Ft
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Transportation

44

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

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

49

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Frank E. Brigham Academy

Public

Grades PK-5

564 Students

Chain Of Lakes Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

1,130 Students

Garden Grove Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

723 Students

Jewett School Of The Arts

Public

Grades PK-8

679 Students

Fred G. Garner Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

901 Students

Jewett Middle Academy Magnet

Public

Grades 6-8

584 Students

Jewett School Of The Arts

Public

Grades PK-8

679 Students

Westwood Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

878 Students

Denison Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

738 Students

Winter Haven Pace

Public

Grades 1-12

11 Students

Winter Haven Senior High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,467 Students

Winter Haven Pace

Public

Grades 1-12

11 Students

Ridge Teen Parent Program

Public

Grades PK & 6-12

8 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 November 2025.