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Cleveland Heights

Cleveland Heights

Suburban Neighborhood in Lakeland, Florida

Polk County 33803
$290,611 Average Value
$288 Average Price per Sq Ft
8 Homes For Sale

Cleveland Heights, H. A. Stahl's vision

Cleveland Heights has a distinctly Floridian feel, down to palm trees lining its eponymous boulevard. A tranquil suburb of Lakeland, Cleveland Heights is named after the hometown of H. A. Stahl, an Ohio real estate magnate who came to Polk County in the 1920s to develop the community. Today, the neighborhood offers modest starter homes beside a 27-hole golf course.
Cleveland Heights has a distinctly Floridian feel, down to palm trees lining its eponymous Blvd.
Cleveland Heights has a distinctly Floridian feel, down to palm trees lining its eponymous Blvd.
The crown jewel of the neighborhood is the 27 hole championship caliber Cleveland Heights GC.
The crown jewel of the neighborhood is the 27 hole championship caliber Cleveland Heights GC.
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Golfing at Cleveland Heights Golf Course and walking Lake Hollingsworth

Common Ground Park, directly north of Cleveland Heights, opened in 2009 as the first inclusive playground in Polk County. Open to all children but catering to those with physical and developmental disabilities, the park incorporates non-traditional play zones with classics like swings and slides. Peterson Park, farther south, offers an optimal space for little league games with four baseball diamonds. Cleveland Heights Golf Course, an expansive feature of the neighborhood’s landscape, is the brainchild of H.A. Stahl. A 27-hole public facility, the clubhouse spans 20,000 square feet and offers a full-service pro shop, golf instruction and a restaurant. Locals enjoy walking and biking along Three Parks Trail, a 4-mile path along the neighborhood’s outskirts and a section of Cleveland Heights Boulevard. However, according to David Fridovich, area local and broker associate with RE/MAX experts, outdoor enthusiasts usually flock 1 1/2 miles north to “the matriarch of the city: Lake Hollingsworth.” He shares, “Every time I drive past the lake, I see half my friends and family walking it. I remember right before they shut down the city at the start of the pandemic, I swear the entire city was walking that lake because they knew they couldn’t tomorrow.”
Cleveland Heights offers 27 holes of golf that will challenge those of all levels.
Cleveland Heights offers 27 holes of golf that will challenge those of all levels.
Joggers are always out on the Lake Hollingsworth Trail in Cleveland Heights.
Joggers are always out on the Lake Hollingsworth Trail in Cleveland Heights.
Search for shark teeth among the sand in the Fossil Beach area of Common Ground Park.
Search for shark teeth among the sand in the Fossil Beach area of Common Ground Park.
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Getting stuffed on Fat Jack's overstuffed sandwiches

Florida Avenue South, one of Lakeland’s primary thoroughfares and the western boundary of Cleveland Heights, is the shopping and dining epicenter of the region. To the west of the avenue is Merchant’s Walk, a retail corridor featuring a Walmart Supercenter, Hobby Lobby, Marshalls and Burlington. Chain restaurants like Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen, Texas Roadhouse and Keke’s Breakfast Cafe are nearby. For dining with a more local flair, Cleveland Heights features a few distinct establishments. Fat Jack’s Deli & Pub has been serving intentionally overstuffed sandwiches since 1963, and Antojitos Navideños Restaurant serves Puerto Rican favorites, including flan and mofongo.
Merchant’s Walk, a retail corridor features a list of shops for residents to visit and shop.
Merchant’s Walk, a retail corridor features a list of shops for residents to visit and shop.
Locals rave about Fat Jack's Deli & Pub Sandwiches, since its inception in 1963.
Locals rave about Fat Jack's Deli & Pub Sandwiches, since its inception in 1963.
Keke's Cafe at Merchants Walk offers delicious breakfast to enjoy with the family.
Keke's Cafe at Merchants Walk offers delicious breakfast to enjoy with the family.
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Historic homes along the brick roads

While the first plat in Cleveland Heights was filed in 1925, the neighborhood's oldest homes were built in 1901. The area experienced development surges in the 1950s and 1980s, creating a landscape with various styles, from ranches to midcentury modern homes. Many properties feature prominent carports that face residential streets. Home prices typically range between $190,000 and $380,000, lower than surrounding communities. The community is making efforts to preserve the history of the area despite renovating many properties. “They just tore up a lot of asphalt on some of the streets to expose the original brick roads,” Fridovich says. “It’s an effort to bring back some of the nostalgia.”
Cleveland Heights is making efforts to preserve the history of the area by restoring brick roads
Cleveland Heights is making efforts to preserve the history of the area by restoring brick roads
Mid-Century Modern homes have become highly sought after in Cleveland Heights for its nostalgia.
Mid-Century Modern homes have become highly sought after in Cleveland Heights for its nostalgia.
Many homes in Cleveland Heights offer large front and backyards.
Many homes in Cleveland Heights offer large front and backyards.
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Deaf and hard-of-hearing students served at Southwest Middle

Young students can attend Cleveland Court Elementary, which has been in the community for nearly 100 years and has landed a place on the National Register of Historic Places, or Carlton Palmore Elementary. Cleveland Court earns a B-plus on Niche, while Carlton Palmore has a score of B-minus. Middle schoolers can attend Southwest Middle School, which has a C grade and is also home to the only deaf and hard-of-hearing (DHH) program in the district. The program is led by two teachers, three interpreters and two paraprofessionals. Lakeland Senior High School has a B-plus on Niche and has three specialized academies in Multimedia Communication, Fashion Design and Veterinary Science.
Cleveland Court Elementary School serves students in the Lakeland community.
Cleveland Court Elementary School serves students in the Lakeland community.
Southwest Middle School is a public school located in Lakeland, FL.
Southwest Middle School is a public school located in Lakeland, FL.
Home of the Dreadnaught's a football power house, is Lakeland Senior High School.
Home of the Dreadnaught's a football power house, is Lakeland Senior High School.
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For pilots and commuters Lakeland Linder International Airport offers a great aviation hub.
For pilots and commuters Lakeland Linder International Airport offers a great aviation hub.

Driving along Polk Parkway

Florida Avenue South and Cleveland Heights Boulevard are two major thoroughfares for the area, and bus stops run along Florida Avenue for commuters who use public transit. Florida State Route 570 is also in the neighborhood along the southern border. Also known as Polk Parkway, this toll road leads to Lakeland Linder International Airport 6 miles west and connects to U.S. State Route 98 4 1/2 miles east.
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Agents Specializing in this Area

  • Mary Kay Cook

    Mary Kay Cook

    STRAIGHT UP REALTY & PM LLC

    (863) 400-3301

    88 Total Sales

    1 in Cleveland Heights

    $297,500 Price

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  • TAMMY SCHNEIDER

    TAMMY SCHNEIDER

    S & D REAL ESTATE SERVICE LLC

    (863) 450-1453

    69 Total Sales

    1 in Cleveland Heights

    $275,000 Price

    TAMMY SCHNEIDER
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  • Brock Jennings

    Brock Jennings

    THE MARKET REALTY COMPANY

    (863) 485-6138

    160 Total Sales

    1 in Cleveland Heights

    $287,300 Price

    Brock Jennings
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  • Jack Miller

    Jack Miller

    COLDWELL BANKER REALTY

    (863) 250-7157

    38 Total Sales

    2 in Cleveland Heights

    $250K - $313K Price Range

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  • Bridgette Donahue

    Bridgette Donahue

    Responds Quickly

    BETTER HOMES & GARDENS REAL ESTATE LIFESTYLES REAL

    (863) 400-0620

    35 Total Sales

    1 in Cleveland Heights

    $135,000 Price

    Bridgette Donahue
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  • Cyleste Goodson

    Cyleste Goodson

    Responds Quickly

    FLORIDA REAL ESTATE COMPANY

    (863) 777-5247

    162 Total Sales

    2 in Cleveland Heights

    $244K - $342K Price Range

    Cyleste Goodson
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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Cleveland Heights US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 3 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 4 4

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Cleveland Heights Demographics and Home Trends

On average, homes in Cleveland Heights, Lakeland sell after 32 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Cleveland Heights, Lakeland over the last 12 months is $335,900, down 24% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$335,900
Median Sale Price
$335,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$335,900
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$145,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
20
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-24%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$288

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
954
Number of Homes for Sale
8
Median Year Built
1956
Months of Supply
4.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,628
Below the national average
1,927
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
9,147

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    5 - 7pm

    418 Cardinal Place, Lakeland, FL 33803

    $450,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,047 Sq Ft
    • 418 Cardinal Place
    • New 2 days ago

    Welcome to this beautifully updated Mid-Century Modern gem, ideally located in Central Lakeland with unmatched convenience to South Florida Avenue, the Polk Parkway, and just minutes from downtown Lakeland and the scenic shores of Lake Hollingsworth. Move-in ready and freshly repainted throughout, the home features a full interior repaint of walls and trim completed in July 2025, offering a

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value

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Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
3,915
Median Age
36
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.9%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$67,166
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$79,017

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
91.4%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
30.6%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
14.2%
% Population in Labor Force
67.2%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
56''
Average Winter Low Temperature
51°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

57 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

1 / 100
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STRAIGHT UP REALTY & PM LLC
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