Lakeland metro, FL relocation guide
Moving to Davenport, FL
About Davenport
Davenport is the fast-growing northeast gateway of Polk County, where an old railroad town core is now surrounded by sprawling new subdivisions and vacation-rental communities. Housing is dominated by new construction — single-family subdivisions, townhomes, and resort-style short-term rentals — with older homes near the historic downtown. US 27 and I-4 access plus Posner Park retail and nearby ChampionsGate make it a commuter and visitor hub, though growth has brought noticeable traffic congestion.
Home prices in Davenport
The median listing price in Davenport is $394,900.
Top places in Davenport
- Davenport Historic District and City Hall
- Posner Park
- ChampionsGate
- Davenport Diner
- Northeast Regional Park
- Lake Davenport
Commuting from Davenport
- Approximate typical drive to downtown Lakeland: ~40 minutes (~30 miles via I-4). Approximate.
Schools in Davenport
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.
Davenport FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Davenport, FL?
The median listing price in Davenport is $394,900. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 2026 - How is the commute from Davenport, FL?
Approximate typical drive to downtown Lakeland: ~40 minutes (~30 miles via I-4). Approximate. - Which school district serves Davenport, FL?
Davenport 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.