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Polk County

Living in Beautiful Polk County

Polk County became Florida’s 39th county on February 8, 1861, when the State of Florida divided Hillsborough County into eastern and western halves. The eastern half was named Polk, in honor of the 11th President of the United States, James Knox Polk. Polk was sworn in as president on the day after Florida’s March 3, 1845 statehood.

Tourism is a strong economic force in Polk County and dates back to the dedication of Bok Tower Gardens in 1929 by President Calvin Coolidge. In the mid-1930s, the late Dick Pope, Sr. established the world famous Cypress Gardens, in Winter Haven, Florida’s first theme attraction, which is being replaced with Legoland. Legoland Florida will be the largest of the five Legoland attractions and officials said it may be up and running by the end of 2011. Today, millions of people visit Polk County each year to enjoy these two attractions as well as Fantasy of Flight, the Sun ‘N Fun Fly-In, and many more. Polk County is also located within an hour drive from the Walt Disney World resort area, Universal Studios, Sea World and Busch Gardens. In addition to these attractions, Polk is the spring training headquarters for the Detroit Tigers in Lakeland. As an added bonus, Florida ’s gorgeous Gulf and Atlantic beaches are less than 75 miles away.

Polk County is perfectly located in the Center of Florida, with its versatile relaxed lifestyle, recreational opportunities, infinite waterways , ever present sunny skies and year round warm temperatures, has become a popular destination for visitors and permanent relocation.

Polk counties 544 natural freshwater lakes offer a soothing contrast, a haven for wildlife and a boater’s paradise with world class fishing and water skiing. Some of Florida ’s finest golf courses can be found in Polk County and within a 50 mile radius, you will find some of the best courses in the State. Residents of all ages enjoy a great lifestyle, with easy access to shopping malls, restaurants, excellent schools and superb weather year round

Polk County homes range from modestly priced to million dollar estates. Whether you are searching for a home in Auburndale, Bartow, Davenport, Haines City, Lake Alfred, Lakeland, Lake Wales, Mulberry, Polk City or Winter Haven there is a wide selection that will match every taste and budget.

Polk County has so much to offer; it’s no wonder so many make it their permanent residence.