Lake Wales, FL Real Estate

Median Income $33,641

Median Age 44.91

Population 23,496

	Median Temperature
	January	HI 72°	LO 49°	July	HI 91°	LO 71°

	School Test Scores
	Elementary: Ben Hill Griffin Junior Dale R Fair Babson Park Es Hillcrest Janie Howard Wilson Polk Avenue Spook Hill Frostproof Our Children's Academy		Middle: Bok Academy Mclaughlin		High: Frostproof Middle Senior Lake Wales Roosevelt Academy South County Center
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Travel to the very heart of Florida and you'll find yourself in the rolling hills of scenic Lake Wales, which is located in the geographic center of peninsular Florida and at 298 feet above sea level, boasts the highest elevation in the state. Where there are hills, there are valleys and the valleys of this region are home to some of the most pristine waters in Florida.

Prized for its rich soil and warm climate, Lake Wales has long been a major source of citrus production in the state. In fact, Lake Wales owes its very existence to the fertile soil and great climate as it was these attributes that attracted the first settlers to the area in 1911.

The small-town and slower pace of life, coupled with warm fellowship and community pride, make Lake Wales a wonderful place to live and work. The vitality of the area is reflected in the many cultural and recreational opportunities offered. Take a stroll around pristine Lake Wales at the heart of the city, or enjoy a day at the Lake Wales Arts Center. Take in a show at the historic Lake Wales Little Theater, a rodeo at the Westgate Ranch, or if action is your thing, experience the thrill of a lifetime with a tandem skydive at The Florida Skydiving Center and don’t forget Historic Bok Sanctuary with its famous carillon tower and gardens.

Educational opportunities abound in Lake Wales as the city has recently decided to step up and take responsibility for the quality of its schools. Charter schools are the latest development in a city that is proudly home to four elementary schools, one middle school, one vocational technical school, one senior high school, two private colleges (Warner Southern College and Webber College) and local extensions of the University of South Florida and Bethune-Cookman University. Other major college campuses within 90 minutes of Lake Wales include Florida Southern College, the main campuses of the University of South Florida and the University of Central Florida.

In June 2008, the average sales price of a single family home or condo in Lake Wales, FL was $160,458. While this data is collected from the MLS and deemed reliable, it is not guaranteed.

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