Located just north of Tampa , the beautiful city of Land O’ Lakes is situated among more than 100 local lakes. With so many boating, fishing and water sport opportunities, Land O’ Lakes has become a popular destination for families and executives who choose to escape life in the big city to return to a natural outdoor lifestyle.
Land O’ Lakes affords that perfect harmony between laid-back country lifestyle and all the convenience and amenities found in the nearby Tampa metropolitan area. Here, you will find your small town refuge among the natural Pasco County flora and fauna. You won’t find skyscrapers or traffic jams among Land O’ Lakes real estate, just lakeside houses with covered back porches and all the relaxation you can handle.
The number of lakes in this area means you’ll never have to wander far to enjoy fishing, boating or any number of relaxing water sports. Saltwater fishing is just a short drive 30 miles to the west to the Gulf of Mexico , and if golf is your thing, the nearby Saddlebrook Golf Resort and the Arnold Palmer Golf School offer some of the best golf in the region . Quail Hollow and Lexington Oaks courses are also nearby.
Although Land O’ Lakes was once a haven for tourists “roughing it” in vacation cottages, Tampa ‘s slow northward push brought in more permanent homes and neighborhoods. Land O’ Lakes has several major residential communities that stand out. Connerton, Oakstead, Wilderness Lake Preserve, and Ballantrae are a small sampling of the many fine communities and developments offering remarkable Land O’ Lakes homes for sale. This is also one of the few remaining areas where houses are available on up to five acres of property.
Options for housing in Land O’ Lakes are numerous and diverse, with a wide variety of single-family houses and multi-family condominiums and town houses. Homes currently on the market in Land O’ Lakes start at around $200,000 , and even better deals can be found with assistance from the right real estate agent. Executive-style estates are available in Land O ‘Lakes for just under $1,000,000 and many new homebuilders in the area are available to suit your taste and budget. There are also many existing homes available for purchase on waterfront lots, including homes with substantial acreage.
Only 20 miles north of downtown Tampa , Land O’ Lakes offers you that small-town atmosphere you crave while keeping you close to the urban necessities of life in the big city. While you’ll appreciate having all of the local services like doctors and dentists and shopping found in Land O’ Lakes, locals here also enjoy easy access to the nearby Tampa International Airport (just 30 minutes away). Additionally, a number of pro sports venues offer non-stop action for hockey, baseball and football fans.
Land O’ Lakes residents are fortunate to have easy access to family-friendly places such as Busch Gardens , Adventure Island , the Florida Aquarium and the Lowery Park Zoo. Not only is Land O’ Lakes close enough to Tampa to offer residents an exponentially increased number of entertainment and leisure activities, but in addition, famous destinations like Disney World, Epcot, Universal Studios, Sea World, Animal Kingdom, and MGM Studios are within 90 miles of Land O’ Lakes.
If you live in Land O’ Lakes but work in the Tampa metro area, Land O Lakes provides convenient access to both the Suncoast Parkway and I-75 for an easy commute , but that doesn’t mean it’s necessary for you to commute to work. Land O’ Lakes has a robust local economy with key employment outlets including tourism, light manufacturing, government, distribution, public service, warehousing, and public education. The median income for a family in Land O’ Lakes is $60,721, and there are no state income taxes, with lower than average local taxes and insurance costs.
If you have school-age children or are considering furthering your own education, Land O’ Lakes is definitely a prime learning location. Land O’ Lakes citizens take great pride in their highly-rated public school system that includes three elementary schools, one junior high school, and a high school situated on a massive hundred-acre campus with sports fields and an activity center. Adults or upcoming high school graduates who may be continuing or beginning their higher education have a number of choices. From the local Pasco-Hernando Community College to the University of South Florida , St. Leo College , the University of Tampa , and the Hillsborough Community College (all within 25 miles).
As part of the growing and vibrant central Pasco County area, you won’t have to look any further than Land O’ Lakes to find your slice of sub-tropical nature and small-town Florida lifestyle. If you are thinking about moving, consider making Land O’ Lakes your new hometown. If you are selling real estate here, let our expert team make it a hassle free and positive experience for you. To learn more about Land O’ Lakes real estate, simply complete our online form and one of our friendly experienced representatives will contact you shortly.