The Neighborhood
Winter Haven: lakeside energy with small-city ease
Brunch downtown, lake sunsets, Cypress Gardens afternoons, and spur‑of‑the‑moment LEGOLAND® nights— all without Orlando/Tampa pricing or traffic.
Downtown, Done Right
Less than a mile away - walkable cafes, local breweries, and weekly markets just minutes from your door.What's to Love
Lake Life, Everyday
Miles of shoreline and the famous Chain of Lakes—sunsets, paddle sessions, and boat tours on repeat.Lake Life 101
LEGOLAND® Moments
When friends visit or you need a quick win with the kids, the park is right here in town.More on LEGOLAND
Why Choose Winter Haven
Downtown Living, City Access
50 lakes, inland coastal vibe. Paddle, ski, fish—this is Florida’s Chain of Lakes City.
Access without the grind. Orlando & Tampa in about an hour; Lakeland in ~25 minutes.
Genuine community. Saturday markets, local breweries, restored theatres, and lakefront sunsets.
More for your money. Homes, dining, and entertainment without big‑city pricing.
Learn about the Chain of Lakes
See & Do in Polk County
Community, Events, Attractions
LEGOLAND® Florida Resort & Peppa Pig Theme Park
Frank Lloyd Wright at Florida Southern, Polk Museum of Art
Bok Tower Gardens, Circle B Bar Reserve, Bonnet Springs Park
Water life: paddleboard outfitters, bass guides, sunset cruises
Regional events & attractions
Love Winter Haven
A few hyper-local spots our residents actually use - all within ~1 mile of The Jade.
Grove Roots Brewing
Citrus‑inspired beers, food trucks, and community nights—two blocks from the market.
The Ritz Theatre
A restored local icon with concerts, films, and live theatre - date nights solved.
Union Taproom
40 self‑pour taps (plus pizza) and a dog‑friendly patio—easy meet‑ups any night.
Farmers Market
Every Saturday: makers, produce, music under the trees—across from Grove Roots.What's Around?
Check out what's around The Jade Apartments, from restaurants to shopping, activities and so much more. Click a hotspot to find out how far it is away from The Jade, and more info.Loading map…
Commute
- Lakeland: ~25 min
- Downtown Tampa: ~55–65 min
- Downtown Orlando: ~55–65 min
Within ~30 miles
- Disney Springs & Orlando attractions
- Orlando Science Center
- Gatorland
- Universal Orlando Resort
Within ~50 miles
- Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
- The Florida Aquarium
- Tampa Museum of Art & Riverwalk
- Adventure Island
Why Now in Polk County
- Top U.S. in‑migration. Recent Census estimates show Polk leading counties for net movers.
- Access to two metros. Commutable reach to both Tampa Bay and Orlando job hubs.
- Value & lifestyle. Exurban growth trend: more space, lakes, and everyday convenience.