Identity
Auburndale keeps a small-town scale on the Polk lakes, with the Auburndale TECO Trail linking it into the county's growing cycling network and a downtown that serves the surrounding neighbourhoods.
Polk County
Auburndale
Greater OrlandoCentral Florida
A small Polk County city between Lakeland and Winter Haven, with lakes, trail access and a compact historic centre.
Talk to DaniLocation and access
Central Polk County on US-92, between Lakeland and Winter Haven, near I-4.
Everyday life
Lakes, trails and local sports facilities; larger retail is minutes away in either neighbouring city.
- Lake Ariana and Lake Whistler parks.
- The Auburndale TECO Trail.
- Downtown's civic blocks.
Housing
- Older homes on established streets.
- New subdivisions on the outskirts.
- Some lakefront properties.
New construction
Growing steadily, supported by the I-4 corridor's logistics employment.
Getting around
Car-based; US-92 and I-4 are the main links.
Honest trade-offs
What you accept when you choose this area.
Trade-offs
- Limited retail and dining inside the city.
- Older housing stock varies in condition.
- Rail and highway noise affects some areas.
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