Auburndale Community Spotlight

At a Glance

Small-town Polk County between Lakeland and Winter Haven — chain-of-lakes living, big new master plans, and a 45-minute drive to either Tampa or Disney.

Did You Know?

Auburndale sits on the Auburndale Chain of Lakes — six connected lakes you can navigate by boat without ever trailering.

What Stands Out

Lake access at Polk County prices, plus large new-construction communities (like Lake Juliana Reserve) that draw families priced out of Hillsborough.

Fun Spots

• Lake Myrtle Sports Complex
• Auburndale Chain of Lakes boat ramp
• Lake Ariana Park & beach
• TECO Trail (paved rail-trail)

Distance to Key Spots

• Downtown Tampa — 55 min
• Tampa International Airport (TPA) — 60 min
• Orlando International (MCO) — 45 min
• Lakeland — 20 min

Theme Park Distances

• Walt Disney World — 40 min
• Universal Studios Orlando — 45 min
• SeaWorld Orlando — 40 min
• Busch Gardens Tampa — 40 min
• LEGOLAND Florida (Winter Haven) — 15 min

Popular Restaurants

• Brew Hub (taproom)
• Hillbilly's Southern BBQ
• Pancho's Villa Mexican
• Sunset Grille

Airports

• Orlando International (MCO) — 45 min
• Tampa International (TPA) — 60 min
• Lakeland Linder (LAL) — 20 min

Medical

AdventHealth Heart of Florida (Davenport) and Lakeland Regional Health — both ~25 min.

Schools & Education

Polk County Schools — Auburndale High, plus charter options at Berkley Accelerated Middle.

Growth

Lake Juliana Reserve, Old Eagle Lake Rd corridor, and continued I-4 / SR-559 industrial growth toward the Lakeland logistics hub.

Helpful Local Links

Greater Auburndale Chamber · Polk County

Realtor Tip

Chain-of-lakes access is the headline — call out which lake, whether it's connected, and any private ramp or boathouse rights.