Located only a 30-minute drive north from Tampa, Land O’ Lakes, Florida offers a great selection of homes for families of all sizes. A smaller town perfect for those looking for a quiet retreat, Land O’ Lakes has a population of just over 31,000 residents. The median income for Land O’ Lakes households in 2010 was $72,500, well over the median income for households in the entire state of Florida, which was $46,956, perfect for those looking for a nice, peaceful area with friendly neighbors. But don’t let the serenity of Land O’ Lakes fool you! The close proximity to major areas of interest, particularly Tampa, guarantees that there is still plenty to enjoy for nearby residents of Land O’ Lakes.
Nearby Tampa is home to Busch Gardens, a tremendously popular African-themed amusement park that first opened on March 31, 1959. Busch Gardens features a large variety of exhilarating roller coaster rides and acts as one of the United States of America’s largest zoological organizations with over 12,000 animals belonging to 250 different species, 30 of which designated as threatened or endangered. Busch Gardens Tampa also hosts many various events, including the spooky Halloween event “Howl-O-Scream” as well as numerous concerts and holiday-specific events. Combining the thrills of a theme park and the wild adventure of a zoo, at Busch Gardens you can tear through the sky on a roller coaster and come face-to-face with a lion – all in the same place! Tampa also features the Florida Aquarium, the Yuengling brewery, and Adventure Island, a water park located directly across the street from Busch Gardens. There’s no shortage of adventure with Tampa within an hour’s drive!
Known for its many natural attractions, Land O’ Lakes is the home of Dupree Gardens, now a historical site marking the entrance to one of the original roadside attractions in Florida. Dupree Gardens’ beautiful 25-acre botanical garden brought in over 30,000 visitors per year from its inception in 1940 until the enactment of World War II rationing began to prevent tourists from travelling to Florida. Eventually, as government officials initiated a ban on unnecessary private travel, Dupree Gardens closed entirely. Over the years, Dupree Gardens has fallen into disarray, but the ruins of the entrance to the gardens still stands as a reminder of the grand beauty kept within. Land O’ Lakes is also home to two water preserves: Cypress Creek Preserve and Conner Preserve. These preserves are popular areas for many recreational activities including hiking, camping, horseback riding, and bicycling.
Most Land O Lakes homes for sale tend to fall into the $200,000 to $400,000 range, though many more economical options exist for those on a tight budget with homes priced as low as $50,000. The real estate market of Land O’ Lakes continues to grow as nearby towns, such as Denham, Ehren, and Gowers Corner. No matter if you’re looking for a humble residence or a lavish manor, there are plenty of great options for you to consider when choosing a home in Land O’ Lakes.
If you are interested in more information on Land O Lakes homes for sale, or real estate in the local area, please contact Rose & Joe LoCicero at (813) 435-5411 or start your home search now.