Neighborhood · Lakeland, Florida
Lake Bonny
Lakeside living close to the heart of Lakeland
6
Homes for sale
$316,950
Median list price
$191
Avg price / sqft
17
Median days on market
Lake Bonny sits on the east side of Lakeland, wrapped around its namesake lake in a part of Polk County where waterfront and everyday practicality overlap. It's the kind of neighborhood where you're minutes from downtown but still get room to breathe, with nearby pockets like Lake Bentley and Lake Hollingsworth shaping the character of this corner of the city. Families here are assigned to Philip O'Brien Elementary, Crystal Lake Middle, and Lakeland Senior High.
For a buyer today, the market is small and moving. There are only 6 active listings among the broader pool of Lakeland homes for sale, with a median list price of $316,950 and homes going under contract in about 16.5 days. Over the last year 15 homes sold at a median of $245,000, and sellers are collecting roughly 98% of their asking price — a sign of a tight, competitive pocket rather than a place to lowball. Neighboring communities like Sandpiper and Winston give you comparison points if inventory here runs thin.
Lake Bonny is a community in Lakeland, Florida.
Quick facts
$268,500 – $1.2M price range
1,642 sqft median home
15 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Lake Bonny
$334,900
1533 E ELM ROAD, LAKELAND
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,444 sqft
$299,000
1509 E ELM ROAD, LAKELAND
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,527 sqft
$419,000$450,000
1410 ELGIN STREET, LAKELAND
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,756 sqft
$268,500$269,000
1516 E ELM ROAD, LAKELAND
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,862 sqft
$274,999$279,999
1708 E MAIN STREET, LAKELAND
4 bd · 3 ba · 1,421 sqft
$1,200,000$1,300,000
201 LAKE BONNY DRIVE E, LAKELAND
8 bd · 7 ba · 8,396 sqft
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Lake Bonny market
15
Sold, last 12 months
$245,000
Median sold price
98%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
37 days
Median time to sell
Lake Bonny vs Lakeland
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 16.0% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Lake Bonny boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Lake Bonny is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Lake Bonny home
≈ $2,151/mo
$316,950 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
Population
1,049
Median age
40
Median income
$53,563
Median home value
$133,627
Beyond the listings
Living in Lake Bonny
Hobbies & Interests
Top 7% in the U.S.Engine Enthusiast
This population loves working on and showing off their cars, trucks and motorcycles. You can find them researching car shows and the hottest models on the lot.
Beliefs
Top 9% in the U.S.Spiritual Practices
Making it to church on Sunday, this population is drawn together by their devotion to, primarily Christian, religion. Common activities include worship services and bible studies.
Attitudes
Top 13% 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.
Active
Top 15% in the U.S.Fitness Obsession
Passionate about strength training, this population relies heavily on the encouragement of the exercise community. While these people seek the latest fitness techniques, they're also interested in supplements and equipment.
Culture
Top 19% in the U.S.Hip Hop Culture
Dropping the beat and raising the roof, this population enjoys everything hip hop culture has to offer, including music, dance moves, and fashion.
Food & Drink
Top 24% in the U.S.Fueling for Fitness
A population characterized by healthy eating. Often pre-planning for meals for the purpose of fitness and convenience. Likely to participate in meal prep trends.
People who close here
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Straight answers
Lake Bonny FAQs
Is Lake Bonny a good place to live?+
It's a lakeside neighborhood on Lakeland's east side, assigned to Philip O'Brien Elementary, Crystal Lake Middle, and Lakeland Senior High. You're about 46 minutes from downtown Tampa and 53 minutes from Walt Disney World, which suits families and commuters alike. Nearby communities like Sandpiper round out the area's options.
Is Lake Bonny expensive?+
It's moderate for the region, with a median list price of $316,950 and a median sold price of $245,000 over the last year. There's a wide spread, though — active listings range from $268,500 to $1,200,000, so both entry-level and higher-end waterfront buyers have something to look at.
What do homes cost in Lake Bonny?+
The median list price is $316,950 and homes average about $191 per square foot on a typical 1,642-square-foot house. If you want context, comparing against Lake Hollingsworth nearby helps you gauge where the value sits.
How is the market in Lake Bonny right now?+
It's tight and quick. There are just 6 active listings, homes are going under contract in about 16.5 days, and sellers are averaging 98% of asking price — so serious buyers should be ready to move on the right home.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
HOA data isn't reported for the neighborhood, which is common for older lakeside pockets like this. Property taxes run around $3,251 a year at the median, so it's worth confirming the specific figures on any home you're considering.
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