Lakeland metro, FL relocation guide
Moving to Auburndale, FL
About Auburndale
Auburndale is a small lake town on the north side of the Lakeland metro with a classic Main Street core, a National Register-listed city hall, and easy I-4 and US 92 access. Housing runs from affordable mid-century houses and apartments to newer subdivisions, and the town punches above its weight on recreation with the Lake Myrtle Sports Park complex. It has a quiet, small-town feel with commuter convenience to both Lakeland and the Orlando side of I-4.
Home prices in Auburndale
The median listing price in Auburndale is $351,863.
Top places in Auburndale
- Lake Myrtle Sports Park
- Auburndale TECO Trail
- Downtown Main Street
- Auburndale City Hall
- Lake Ariana
- Auburndale Speedway
Commuting from Auburndale
- Approximate typical drive to downtown Lakeland: ~20 minutes (~10 miles via US 92/I-4). Approximate.
Schools in Auburndale
Public schools: Polk County Public Schools. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Auburndale FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Auburndale, FL?
The median listing price in Auburndale is $351,863. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 2026 - How is the commute from Auburndale, FL?
Approximate typical drive to downtown Lakeland: ~20 minutes (~10 miles via US 92/I-4). Approximate. - Which school district serves Auburndale, FL?
Auburndale is served by Polk County Public Schools. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.