Polk County · Local guide
Living in Davenport, Florida
Davenport is in northeast Polk County along US 27, just south of I-4 and close to the theme parks. The area around it, including the US 27 corridor and Four Corners, has grown quickly with new communities and vacation homes.
Getting around
- Walt Disney World: about 15 miles via US 27 and I-4
- Downtown Orlando: about 35 miles via I-4
- Tampa: about 55 miles via I-4
- Main roads: US 27, I-4, US 17-92
Rough driving distances; times depend on traffic.
Things to do
- Theme parks and ChampionsGate golf a short drive north
- Lake Marion and nearby lakes for fishing and boating
- Posner Park shopping at I-4 and US 27
- Day trips to Lakeland and Winter Haven
Homes in Davenport
Mostly newer single-family homes and townhomes in planned communities, including many resort communities where short-term vacation rentals are allowed. Many communities have an HOA, and some a CDD.
Costs to plan for
- Check whether a community allows short-term rentals, or doesn't, depending on your plans
- Check HOA and CDD fees
- Polk County property tax rates differ from Orange and Osceola: check the estimate for the address
Florida homeowner costs guide →
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Buying in Davenport: what to check
Check any home with these official sites
- Polk County Property Appraiser (value, taxes, homestead)
- Polk County Public Schools (school zones)
- FEMA flood map search (is the home in a flood zone?)
- Our Florida schools guide (types of school, scholarships and official grades)
- Polk County school grades and rankings (every public school, official 2025-26 results)
What to look for when you view a home, plus a printable checklist →
Example: the loan part of the payment
A $380,000 home with 5% down ($19,000) and a 30-year loan at 6.5% works out at about $2,282 a month for principal and interest.
On top of that come property tax, home insurance, mortgage insurance and any HOA or CDD fees, which vary a lot from one home to the next in Davenport.
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Example only, not a quote. Rates change daily, and your rate depends on your credit, down payment and loan type.
Nearby areas
Davenport & Four Corners Kissimmee Lakeland All areas Florida map
Common questions
How far is Davenport from Orlando and the theme parks?
Walt Disney World: about 15 miles via US 27 and I-4. Downtown Orlando: about 35 miles via I-4. Tampa: about 55 miles via I-4. Main roads: US 27, I-4, US 17-92. Times depend on traffic.
What costs should I plan for when buying a home in Davenport?
Check whether a community allows short-term rentals, or doesn't, depending on your plans. Check HOA and CDD fees. Polk County property tax rates differ from Orange and Osceola: check the estimate for the address. Our Florida homeowner costs guide explains property tax, homestead, insurance, HOA and CDD fees.
Can Bill help me buy or sell a home in Davenport?
Yes. Bill McElhill is a Realtor and a licensed mortgage loan originator who works across Florida, so he can help with the home and the loan. Call or text 352-988-4900, or use the form on this page to get matching homes sent to you.
How can I lower property taxes on a home in Davenport?
If it's your main home, apply for Florida's homestead exemption with the Polk County property appraiser by March 1 of the year after you buy. It takes up to $50,000 off the taxable value (the second $25,000 doesn't apply to school taxes), and the Save Our Homes rule then limits yearly increases in the assessed value to 3% or the rate of inflation, whichever is lower.
General information for 2026; check details such as fees, flood zones and rental rules for any home you're considering. In line with fair housing law, we describe places and homes, not the people who live there, and the choice of where to live is always yours.
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