Kathleen
Midcentury designs, including ranch-style homes, mingle with new construction
A variety of older homes and midcentury designs line the neighborhood’s streets, many of which feature sidewalks. Driveways and carports are common. Ranch-style homes on spacious lots featuring attached garages stand out. Newer homes feature cozy contemporary designs. “The neighborhood attracts people looking for smaller or newer builds with a little bit of land and more of a laid-back feel,” Ramirez says. The area has been a focus of new construction in recent years as the city has expanded post-pandemic. “Lakeland has grown a lot since COVID, with people moving down from up north,” Ramirez says. “So they are building a lot more to make room for the population.” There are no HOAs in the neighborhood, so homeowners are not restricted by residential regulations. Prices typically range from the high $100,000s to the low $300,000s. Flooding is not a concern, but wind damage is a risk during hurricane season from June through November.Lake Gibson Senior High School earns a B from Niche
Younger students can attend Edgar L. Padgett Elementary School, rated C-plus by Niche, and Kathleen Middle School, rated C. Older students can attend Lake Gibson Senior High School, which earns a B from Niche and offers academy programs in subjects that include education, finance and business and technology.Plenty of shopping and dining options nearby
The neighborhood is surrounded by shopping and dining options. Restaurants and grocery stores such as Super Choice Foods and Lakeland Seafood line Memorial Boulevard. Publix and Romeo’s Pizza & Pasta anchor the Town and Country Square shopping center across I-4. In addition, big-box retailers and restaurants are concentrated at shopping centers along U.S. Highway 98 just minutes away. Contemporary dining and entertainment options can be found in downtown Lakeland less than 3 miles away.Bonnet Springs Park is a family-oriented, lakeside destination
Bonnet Springs Park is right across Memorial Boulevard. A contemporary jewel of the city’s parks, the 168-acre interactive complex on the shores of Lake Bonnet features a nature center, a lagoon, a butterfly house and three playgrounds. The park is also home to the Florida Children’s Museum. “It’s one of the city’s newer parks,” Ramirez says. “It’s very family oriented, and it has a lot of entertaining events. We were just there last week. You can take your dogs, and it has nature trails.” Boaters, anglers and outdoors enthusiasts can find plenty to do at Lake Parker. The city’s largest lake is about 6 miles away and can be accessed within 15 minutes via Memorial Boulevard.Buses are easily accessible for travel to regional hospital, other local stops
While I-4 provides travel to regional destinations such as Tampa about 30 miles away, the neighborhood is conveniently located for travel by bus and commuter train. Citrus Connection buses run regularly along Kathleen Road, which bisects the community, and several streets in and around the community. Local stops of interest include Lakeland Regional Medical Center less than 2 miles away. Lakeland Station downtown offers daily Amtrak service between Auburndale and Tampa.
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Matt Pallister
Photography Contributed By
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Jared Rutherford
Jared Rutherford
KELLER WILLIAMS TAMPA PROP.
(813) 710-4173
85 Total Sales
1 in Kathleen
$189,000 Price
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Courtney Casey
Courtney Casey
Responds QuicklyCOLDWELL BANKER REALTY
(813) 212-9072
42 Total Sales
1 in Kathleen
$195,000 Price
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Joyce Langston
Joyce Langston
REAL BROKER, LLC
(417) 302-4010
80 Total Sales
1 in Kathleen
$157,000 Price
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Jack Miller
Jack Miller
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
(863) 250-7157
38 Total Sales
1 in Kathleen
$166,666 Price
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Aimee Millan
Aimee Millan
Responds QuicklyDALTON WADE INC
(656) 218-6654
70 Total Sales
1 in Kathleen
$230,000 Price
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Emily Lietz
Emily Lietz
Responds QuicklyLA ROSA REALTY PRESTIGE
(813) 945-9623
61 Total Sales
1 in Kathleen
$250,000 Price
Schools
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- Pre-K to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
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Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Kathleen | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 8 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 7 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 7 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 8 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 6 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Kathleen Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Kathleen, Lakeland sell after 15 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Kathleen, Lakeland over the last 12 months is $1,400,000, up 229% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$1,497,500
Median Sale Price
$1,400,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$849,995
Median Change From 1st List Price
18%
Last 12 months Home Sales
3
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
229%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$681
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
468
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
1970
Months of Supply
8.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,746
Below the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
11,543
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,477
Median Age
33
Population under 18
31.7%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$31,595
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$37,555
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
68%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
12.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.5%
% Population in Labor Force
47.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
57''
Average Winter Low Temperature
51°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
47
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
38
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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