Memphis metro, TN relocation guide
Moving to Lakeland, TN
$594,400Median listing price
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About Lakeland
Lakeland is a city of roughly 13,000 in northeastern Shelby County, Tennessee, about 18 miles northeast of downtown Memphis. Built around Lake Garner and named for its lakes, it offers a quieter, semi-rural suburban feel — larger lots, lake views, and quick access to Arlington, Bartlett, and I-40.
Home prices in Lakeland
The median listing price in Lakeland is $594,400.
Top places in Lakeland
- Lake Garner and the city's lakefront neighborhoods
- Lakeland's parks and the Canada Road corridor
- Nearby Arlington's Depot Square
- Shelby Farms Park about 15 minutes southwest
Commuting from Lakeland
- Downtown Memphis is about 18 miles southwest via I-40, roughly a 25-minute drive. The Memphis airport is about 25 minutes away.
Lakeland FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Lakeland, TN?
The median listing price in Lakeland is $594,400. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Lakeland, TN?
Downtown Memphis is about 18 miles southwest via I-40, roughly a 25-minute drive. The Memphis airport is about 25 minutes away.
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Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.