Introduction
The City of Lehigh Acres

Lehigh Acres is one of Lee County’s fastest growing communities, with almost 40,000 residents now calling the community home. Affordable housing and a relaxed rural lifestyle are attracting a younger population, dominated by families, with a median age of 38. With a plentiful supply of land, convenient access to the Interstate and Southwest Florida Regional Airport, and a growing workforce, Lehigh Acres is poised for explosive growth in the coming years.


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  Community Information

Population

Total Population 21,677
Population Density 573 Persons/Sq. Mile
Female Population 11,178
Male Population 10,499
Median Age 39.56 Years
Percentage Population Change since 1990 85%
Percentage Population Change Since 2000 0%

Colleges

Nearest 2-Year Public College EDISON COLLEGE
Distance to EDISON COLLEGE 15 Miles
Nearest 4-Year Public College FLORIDA GULF COAST UNIVERSITY
Distance to FLORIDA GULF COAST UNIVERSITY 14 Miles

Households and Income

Total Number of Households 8,900
Family Households 5,980
Average Family Size 3.07
Average Household Income $49,850
Median Household Income $41,303
Percentage Income Change Since 1990 85%
Percentage Income Change Since 2000 0%

Crime Rates Compared to National Average

The National Average is designated 1.0 - A value of 2.0 represents twice as much risk while a value of 0.5 represents half as much risk.
Total Crime Risk 0.90
Total Crime Risk (County) 0.98
Personal Crime Risk (County) 1.15
Murder Risk (County) 0.78
Rape Risk (County) 1.28
Robbery Risk 0.82
Assault Risk (County) 1.00
Property Risk (County) 0.98
Burglary Risk (County) 1.01
Larceny Risk (County) 0.89
Motor Vehicle Theft Risk (County) 1.01

Environment

Average July High Temperature 91.3° F
Average January Low Temperature 50.3° F
Annual Precipitation 50.07 inches
Air Pollution Index 82% of National Average

Miscellaneous

Sales Tax Rate 6%
Nearest Airport SOUTHWEST FLORIDA INTL
Distance to SOUTHWEST FLORIDA INTL 10 Miles
Nearest Major Sports Team FT. MYERS MIRACLE (A)
Distance to FT. MYERS MIRACLE (A) 15 Miles

  
  School Information
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School NameGradesAddress
LEHIGH ACRES MIDDLE SCHOOL5 - 8104 ARTHUR AVE, LEHIGH ACRES, FL 33936
VARSITY LAKES MIDDLE SCHOOL5 - 8801 GUNNERY RD, LEHIGH ACRES, FL 33971
EAST LEE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL9 - 121200 HOMESTEAD RD, LEHIGH ACRES, FL 33936
LEHIGH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL9 - 12901 GUNNERY RD, LEHIGH ACRES, FL 33971
TREELINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 61200 HOMESTEAD RD N, LEHIGH ACRES, FL 33936
VETERANS PARK ACADEMY FOR ARTSK - 849 HOMESTEAD RD S, LEHIGH ACRES, FL 33936
LEHIGH ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 5200 SCHOOLSIDE CT, LEHIGH ACRES, FL 33936
SUNSHINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 5601 SARA AVE, LEHIGH ACRES, FL 33971
MIRROR LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 5525 CHARWOOD AVE S, LEHIGH ACRES, FL 33936
HARNS MARSH ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 51800 UNICE AVE N, LEHIGH ACRES, FL 33971
 
  Neighborhood Establishments

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Type of BusinessNameAddress
BANKSBANK OF AMERICA1360 HOMESTEAD RD N LEHIGH ACRES, FL 33936
BANKSCOLONIAL BANK1190 HOMESTEAD RD N LEHIGH ACRES, FL 33936
BANKSFLORIDA COMMUNITY BANK1261 HOMESTEAD RD N # 1 LEHIGH ACRES, FL 33936
BANKSPANTHER COMMUNITY BANK NA50 JOEL BLVD LEHIGH ACRES, FL 33936
BANKSSUN TRUST BANK1110 HOMESTEAD RD N LEHIGH ACRES, FL 33936
BANKSWACHOVIA BANK1130 HOMESTEAD RD N LEHIGH ACRES, FL 33936
BANKSCOLONIAL BANK2511 LEE BLVD LEHIGH ACRES, FL 33971
BANKSPREFERRED COMMUNITY BANK3020 LEE BLVD # 8 LEHIGH ACRES, FL 33971
BANKSREGIONS BANK5767 LEE BLVD LEHIGH ACRES, FL 33971
BANKSWACHOVIA BANK402 ELVA AVE N LEHIGH ACRES, FL 33971
BANKSWACHOVIA BANK5765 LEE BLVD LEHIGH ACRES, FL 33971
BANKSSHAMROCK BANK OF FLORIDA895 5TH AVE LEHIGH ACRES, FL 33972
GOLFADMIRAL LEHIGH GOLF RESORT225 JOEL BLVD LEHIGH ACRES, FL 33936
GOLFMIRROR LAKES GOLF CLUB640 BELL BLVD LEHIGH ACRES, FL 33974
GOLFMIRROR LAKES GOLF CLUB670 MILWAUKEE BLVD LEHIGH ACRES, FL 33974
HOSPITALSLEHIGH REGIONAL MEDICAL CTR1500 LEE BLVD LEHIGH ACRES, FL 33936



  Recent Home Sale Data ( click to expand )
 

Previous quarter's home sale average by Zip Code. Click zip code to view homes for sale.
 Total SoldMedian PriceAverage Price
33936531$155,000$166,476
33971673$192,000$191,612
33972260$190,000$187,687
3397328$193,000$185,389
33974166$169,950$171,746
3397697$175,300$175,375
Displaying 1-10 of 32 in $5-200k range
H.3462 - Priced to please! This is a pool home that will please your heart and your wallet. You can own a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home your family will love for years to come! Call today before its gone!
 817 Jefferson Ave
 Lehigh Acres, FL 33936
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 2 bathrooms
$199,000

H.3462 - Priced to please! This is a pool home that will please your heart and your wallet. You can own a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home your family will love for years to come! Call today befoe its gone!
 817 Jefferson Ave
 Lehigh Acres, FL 33972
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 2 bathrooms
$199,000

Charming home nestled in a spectacular neighborhood of large yards and exceptionally well maintained homes.  This property sits on an approximately 1/2 acre, pie-shaped lot which provides ample room for a pool, shed, play area or garden.  3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, formal living room, formal dining room, family room, breakfast room and L-shaped, oversized lanai make this the perfect family home.  Underground utilities and expertly designed drainage, insure an almost worry free rainy season.  Close to elementary, middle and high schools and the recently remodeled Mirror Lakes Golf Club.  You won't find another home offering more for the price!  Come see it today!  Sellers will consider all offers.
 541 Foxcreek Dr
 Lehigh Acres, FL 33936
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms
$180,000

DRASTICALLY REDUCED!!  MOTIVATED SELLER.  Brand New 4br/2.5 ba 2 story home on extra deep lot with canal behind for lots of privacy.  Home features wood cabinets, full appliance package and a screened lanai.  Yard boasts plenty of room for a pool and a sprinkler system.
 408 Mcclure St
 Lehigh Acres, FL 33972
 4 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms, 1 half bathrooms
$167,500

THIS IS A SHORT SALE SUBJECT TO CURRENT MORTGAGE LENDERS APPROVAL AND MAY HAVE TIME CONSTRAINTS.  Tennant occupied until 10/31/08.
 539 S Summit Ave
 Lehigh Acres, FL 33936
 4 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms
$166,000

H.3312 - Pristine condition, excellent floor plan, tempting price.  Easily accessible and conveniently located in a spacious development.  Immediately available for occupancy.  Built in 2004 and maintained with pride.
 733 La Plata Ave
 Lehigh Acres, FL 33936
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 2 bathrooms
$164,500

Immaculate, like new home on corner lot just off Lee Blvd near Gunnery. Minutes to airport, short commute to Fort Myers. Room for a pool. A true value in a convenient Lehigh location.
 105 Alan Ave
 Lehigh Acres, FL 33971
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms
$162,000

Brand new 4 bedroom 2.5 bath plus LOFT near Greenbriar.  Wisconsin model offers open kitchen featuring a walk-in pantry, raised panel cabinets, kitchen island, and full package of Kenmore appliances including large capacity washer and dryer.  Enjoy morning sunrises from the screened and covered lanai.
 1910 Lemona Ave
 Lehigh Acres, FL 33972
 4 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms, 1 half bathrooms
$159,000

Only 3 years old, immaculate 3BR/2BA home on large lot with extra storage shed, don't miss out on this well maintained home and a great location close to Airport, Lehigh Acres and Fort Myers.
 440 Conlee St
 Lehigh Acres, FL 33974
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms
$155,000

THIS IS A SHORT SALE SUBJUECT TO EXISTING LENDER'S APPROVAL AND MAY RESULT IN TIME CONSTRAINTS.
 3211 30th St
 Lehigh Acres, FL 33971
 4 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms
$149,000
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