Neighborhood · Lakeland, Florida
Lake Bentley
Lakeside living between Tampa and Orlando
17
Homes for sale
$169,000
Median list price
$170
Avg price / sqft
50
Median days on market
Lake Bentley sits on Lakeland's east side, a quiet water-adjacent pocket in Polk County where the lake itself sets the pace. It's the kind of neighborhood where you can be at Lake Hollingsworth for a walk one minute and out the door toward the Interstate the next — with a handful of waterfront lots keeping things interesting for buyers who want frontage without leaving town. Nearby Sandpiper and Winston round out the area's mix of established, lived-in streets.
For buyers, the market here is approachable by Central Florida standards. There are 18 active listings with a median list price of $171,750, though the range runs all the way to $1.29M for the rare waterfront estate, so what you pay depends heavily on which segment you're shopping. Homes are taking a median of 51.5 days to sell and sellers are getting about 97% of asking, which tells you there's room to negotiate but not a fire sale. If you're weighing the broader market, it's worth comparing against Lakeland homes for sale as a whole and neighbors like Gibsonia.
Lake Bentley is a community in Lakeland, Florida.
Quick facts
$92,500 – $470K price range
1,028 sqft median home
$494/mo median HOA
$1,605/mo median rent
42 sold in 12 months
Drive times
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Homes for sale in Lake Bentley
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$274,900
1408 NEW JERSEY Road, Lakeland FL 33803, LAKELAND
2 bd · 1 ba · 1,028 sqft
$439,000
1626 SIMS PLACE, LAKELAND
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,018 sqft
$274,900
1408 NEW JERSEY ROAD, LAKELAND
2 bd · 1 ba · 1,028 sqft
$470,000$475,000
1925 JOHN ARTHUR WAY, LAKELAND
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,968 sqft
$92,500
2025 SYLVESTER RD UNIT N305, LAKELAND
1 bd · 1 ba · 854 sqft
$168,000$175,000
1920 E EDGEWOOD DRIVE UNIT I 10, LAKELAND
3 bd · 2 ba · 993 sqft
$169,000
1920 E EDGEWOOD DRIVE UNIT J8, LAKELAND
3 bd · 2 ba · 993 sqft
$174,500$179,900
2025 SYLVESTER RD UNIT C1, LAKELAND
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,387 sqft
$139,900$142,500
1920 E EDGEWOOD DRIVE UNIT R3, LAKELAND
2 bd · 2 ba · 831 sqft
$185,000
2025 SYLVESTER ROAD UNIT MM4, LAKELAND
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,605 sqft
$249,900$255,000
1950 RICHMOND ROAD, LAKELAND
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,656 sqft
$129,000$1,290,000
1920 E EDGEWOOD DRIVE UNIT A8, LAKELAND
2 bd · 2 ba · 831 sqft
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The numbers that matter
The Lake Bentley market
42
Sold, last 12 months
$276,250
Median sold price
97%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
17 days
Median time to sell
Lake Bentley vs Lakeland
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 4.3% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Lake Bentley boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Lake Bentley is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Lake Bentley home
≈ $1,762/mo
$169,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$494/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$1,605/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
2,464
Median age
39
Median income
$68,107
Median home value
$276,245
Beyond the listings
Living in Lake Bentley
Hobbies & Interests
Top 7% in the U.S.Animal Advocates
Passionate about animal welfare, this population wants to know how best to care for their own pets (with toys and training) and help other animals find their fur-ever home.
Relationships
Top 10% in the U.S.Connected Motherhood
Motherhood is a unique journey for every woman. There are highs, lows,and lots to celebrate. These moms seek to share their experiences and engage with a community of moms.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 11% in the U.S.Dog Lovers
Pups are just another member of the family. Dog lovers adore their tail-wagging friends and are looking for new ways to make them happy.
Emotional
Top 16% in the U.S.Happy Place
Expressing feelings of safety, comfort and happiness - especially with loved ones.
Appearance oriented
Top 19% in the U.S.All About Hair
Passionate about all things hair, this population is talking about hair tutorials or the hottest celebrity blowout.
Attitudes
Top 21% in the U.S.Volunteering & Giving
Expressing a desire to give back and do good for the community, this behavior emphasizes charity. Common activities include volunteering, fundraisers, and donations.
Straight answers
Lake Bentley FAQs
Is Lake Bentley a good place to live?+
It's a quiet, water-adjacent neighborhood on Lakeland's east side with quick access to both Tampa and Orlando — downtown Tampa is about 47 minutes out and Disney around 55. Homes here are assigned to Philip O'Brien Elementary, Crystal Lake Middle, and Lakeland Senior High. The proximity to lakes like Lake Hollingsworth makes it appealing for buyers who want outdoor life close by.
Is Lake Bentley expensive?+
Not by Central Florida standards — the median list price is $171,750, and 42 homes sold over the past year at a median of $276,250. That range reflects the mix here, from modest homes near $92,500 up to a $1.29M waterfront property, so your budget stretches further than in many parts of Lakeland.
What do homes cost in Lake Bentley?+
Active listings run from $92,500 to $1,290,000, with a median list price of $171,750 and an average of $249 per square foot. The median home is compact at about 1,028 square feet, so pricing rewards buyers looking for a smaller, well-located property.
How is the market in Lake Bentley right now?+
There are 18 active listings, and homes are taking a median of 51.5 days to sell — a measured pace that gives buyers time to think. Sellers are averaging 97% of their asking price, so there's modest room to negotiate but not deep discounting.
What are HOA fees and property taxes like?+
The median HOA runs about $485 per month and median property tax is around $1,892 per year, though both vary by segment and property type. If you're considering renting first, the median rent in the area sits near $1,605 per month.
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